Software Engineering Insights

Gen Z’s shopping habits are driving a major shift in retail, and for tech leaders, the focus is on how to meet their expectations for speed and personalization. AI in visual search is quickly becoming the preferred tool with the majority of Gen Z favoring it over text-based searches. They want quick results, where a single photo can lead them directly to the products they’re after. AI-powered styling takes it a step further by analyzing personal preferences and delivering real-time suggestions that align with each shopper’s unique taste. These tools don’t just cater to Gen Z’s desire for instant gratification - they create new opportunities for brands to understand and engage with their audience more deeply. 

As we move forward to the future where AI has already started reshaping various industries, image recognition technologies stand at the forefront of innovation. 

According to a study conducted by Grand View Research, the global image recognition market size was valued at USD 45.02 billion in 2022 and is expected to expand at a CAGR of 13.4% from 2023 to 2030.

As we move into 2025, conversational AI is making waves across various industries. According to a report from MarketsandMarkets, the market for conversational AI is expected to grow from USD 13.2 billion in 2024 to USD 49.9 billion by 2030. This growth with a CAGR of 24.9% highlights the growing dependency on AI-based interactions that improve customer experiences.

According to MarketsandMarkets, with AutoML growing at such a fast pace, its market is set to reach an impressive USD 6.4 billion by the year 2028, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 44.6%.

This growth reflects the increasing demand for tools that automate the complex and time-consuming aspects of machine learning (ML), making it more accessible to businesses, developers, and analysts across industries. But what exactly is AutoML, and why is it taking the world by storm? In this guide, we’ll dive into the fundamentals of AutoML, explore its real-world applications, and look at the techniques that are driving its rapid adoption.

The tech industry is on the cusp of breakthroughs that will reshape how we do business. For tech leaders, staying ahead of these trends is important to maintain a competitive edge & drive innovation. 

Choosing between a data lake or a data warehouse can feel like trying to pick the perfect storage unit. Do you need a big and messy space where everything fits or a tidy one that only holds what’s important? While this might sound like a difficult decision to make, it doesn’t have to be one. Once these two concepts are understood, it will be easier to decide which is best for your business.

Legacy systems carry years of business value but maintaining them often feels like an uphill battle. Generative AI is changing how we approach these systems -  providing a smarter and faster way to modernize and reimagine their potential. By automating tedious processes, generating optimized code, and enhancing user experiences, Generative AI makes it possible to future-proof systems without starting from scratch. 

As we enter 2025, the role of restaurant apps has evolved far beyond basic ordering. Today, the best apps create an immersive and interactive experience, meeting diners' expectations for convenience, personalization, and innovation. These apps are reshaping how customers interact with their favorite restaurants from streamlined reservations to dynamic menus and AI-driven recommendations.

A Conversational UI lets you communicate with technology as naturally as you would in a conversation with a friend. It enables seamless communication through simple and human-like exchanges - whether by typing into a chatbot or speaking to a voice assistant. From asking Siri to play your favorite song to engaging with a customer support bot, Conversational UIs are designed to make technology more intuitive, accessible, and personalized.

Ensuring a user-friendly experience is essential nowadays; it's not a choice anymore. But how can you make sure that your app provides the best experience for your users? This is where a UX audit comes into play.