The 4 Most Disruptive Software Development Trends To Look Out For In 2021

  • By Maira Haider
  • 05-07-2021
  • Trends
software development trends 2021

Trends keep evolving. Software development trends are no different. Be it software architecture, programming languages, methodologies, or frameworks, the incessant growth is causing an active commotion in the industry. Businesses worldwide are going for all-inclusive digital solutions while customer care services are re-shaping the digital landscape.

2020 went by trying to make sense of the global pandemic Covid-19. The coronavirus reached almost every country in the world and has changed the world economy. However, since the beginning of 2021, we have witnessed a stimulating societal and technological adaptation. These changes are likely to instigate and propel new interest and technology solutions for everyone from every field and industry in one way or other.

To stay ahead in the game, you just don’t need to adopt the prevailing techs, but excel in it and become a leading-edge tech expert. Without these latest advancements and modernization, businesses cannot progress and take a lead.

So, let’s look at the following software development trends that will dominate the tech industry in 2021 – in other words, your antidote to success in the future.

1. Cloud Computing – the beginning of a new era

Let’s call 2020 the year of ‘cloud services! When all the mainstream industries were suffering due to the global pandemic, it was the ‘cloud’ that remained steadfast and grew stronger with time. No doubt that before the pandemic, businesses had their theories over cloud adoption with little too many reservations, but they now recognize the real importance of this setup.

Statista reveals that 74% of global businesses will carry on investing in cloud computing. Gartner predicts that by the end of 2021 global spending on public cloud services will increase by 18.4%. The global catastrophe has proven that with cloud technology, you can easily scale your business up or down remotely without facing any undue loss.

According to Forrester’s predictions, the global public cloud IT infrastructure market will grow 35%, rising to a whopping USD 120 in 2021. However, here’s the downside – several cloud breaches have been witnessed, reaching a record-breaking number. These concerns arose mainly due to weak security practices.

Nonetheless, cloud computing is here to stay. It is expected to grow even more remarkably in 2021, paving the way for a whole new era for cloud computing.

2. Blockchain rising beyond the financial sector boundaries

While blockchain was originally invented to serve as a transaction ledger of the cryptocurrency bitcoin, and the financial sector has seen its benefits. However, 2020 proved that it can serve beyond the financial sector as a valuable asset.

What came into existence as a means of secure transactions is now helping in the prevention of fraud during sensitive transactions. With that complex code in the block, it facilitates businesses in undergoing smart contracts. The smart contract platform is the future of the blockchain industry. Owing to the transparency and data security it offers, blockchain is rapidly evolving and being implemented in different sectors.

By 2024, blockchain will outgrow and rise to USD 20 billion in annual revenues.

3. Artificial Intelligence- the Game-changer

Artificial Intelligence is among the most revolutionary technologies existing in the present times. With deep learning, machine vision, and speech recognition tools, AI is advancing every sector and helping every industry grow.

The global pandemic pushed AI to the priority level for the corporate sector, helping to empower business flexibility and applicability.

According to IDC, the revenues for the artificial intelligence (AI) market worldwide, consisting of software, hardware, as well as services, will grow 16.4% to $327.5 billion in 2021, making AI a global need across all functional areas of business.

AI is now a game-changer amidst the prevalent tech landscape. In 2021 and beyond, we will witness an increase in computer vision applications. Customers will more likely adopt automated speech recognition and neuro-linguistic programming.

Owing to the increasing use of AI, the theory of ‘Ethical AI’ reached the public eye. Now software engineers are insisted upon to direct their machines to take on additional human functions with absolute accountability.

4. Not the Internet of Things, it's the Internet of Intelligent Things!

The Internet of Things or IoT is an incredible concept that took on the world by storm, connecting billions of internet-connected devices across the globe.

Statista revealed that in 2019, consumer spending on smart home systems made a total of USD 103 billion, which is anticipated to rise to a projected USD 157 billion through 2023.

Because of its crucial need in our daily lives, AI together with IoT is shifting the global landscape for business as well as consumer needs, transforming to the Internet of Intelligent Things.

Benefitting across all modern-day industries, be it automotive or agricultural, the Internet of Intelligent Things can prove to be an exceptionally smart solution. With the Internet of Intelligent Things, consumers will have a chance to reap the benefits of riding highly connected vehicle systems. They will get a chance to experience a highly advanced distinct learning system effortlessly.

The Internet of Intelligent Things will turn out to be a useful predictive assistant, an associate for asset and equipment management, and even facilitate a remote healthcare system. 2021 will be the year of transformation of IoT seen like never before.

Conclusion

2020 massively witnessed fast-tracked app development trends across the globe. To keep up with the ever-changing and dynamic global business landscape, every business needs to adopt these emerging software development trends for a better and more promising tomorrow.

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Maira Haider

A content strategist / copywriter focused on helping B2B tech companies, Maira Haider has more than a decade’s experience in creating high-quality content for the technology industry. Having verve for writing, she has rendered her services to the tech industry through her expertise and knowledge. Currently, she works as a Content Producer, Web Editor, and a Tech Analyst at the Origami Studios, a technology service provider, based in New Jersey US.

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