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Since 2001, Adage has been providing web application development services and solutions. During that time, we have used the web to find solutions to problems we have run into, this is our effort to give back.

Building a Windows 8 App Part 2

A few weeks ago I posted a blog about connecting to Asana through their RESTful API and built the foundation for this connection. In this post I’ll show you how to use the WebAuthenticationBroker i... Read More
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by: Phillip Stewart at 06/14/2013 04:41 PM

Rule #1: Hire Passionate People

Time and time again, companies are chosen for awards and asked for the secret formula to their success. Representatives will quote benefits, vacation policies, flexible work environments and... Read More
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by: Julianne Zeglin at 06/13/2013 11:17 AM

How to Perform a Website Audit

Your website is due for a site audit. What are the next steps to optimize your company’s performance online? Website audits are a great way to monitor and optimize your overall web presence. They... Read More
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by: Julianne Zeglin at 06/13/2013 10:35 AM

Tessitura Conference 2013: Adage Event Line Up

The 2013 Tessitura Conference is fast approaching and we have plenty to look forward to! You’ll find our event lineup outlined below as well as a sneak peek into our first ever Social Media Contest... Read More
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by: Julianne Zeglin at 06/04/2013 01:39 PM

Adage Technologies Wins 'Best in Class' Interactive Media Award for LA Opera Website

Adage Technologies is happy to announce that the LA Opera website was awarded the ' Best in Class' Interactive Media Award in the Entertainment category for 2013.  This award is the highest honor... Read More
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by: Julianne Zeglin at 05/21/2013 09:08 AM

10 Signs Your Website Is Due for a Site Audit

As the online face of your organization, your website is often times the first point of contact between interested visitors and your organization.  For this reason and more, your site needs to ensu... Read More
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by: Julianne Zeglin at 05/10/2013 11:33 AM

Adage All-Star: Glenn Lalas

It’s that time of year again ─ we’re excited to announce Glenn Lalas, Developer, as our Adage All-Star of the quarter! Glenn is known for putting in late hours, getting the job done, and always bei... Read More
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by: Julianne Zeglin at 05/02/2013 01:09 PM

Building a Windows 8 App Part 1: Binding Data to Your Page and Basic Controls

My last blog post covered how to set up your very first Windows 8 application. These next several blogs will be covering a handful of basic concepts while working towards creating a fully functiona... Read More
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by: Phillip Stewart at 05/01/2013 04:00 PM

Adage Technologies Achieves a Microsoft Silver Application Development Competency in the Microsoft Partner Network

Adage Technologies Earns Distinction through Demonstrated Technology Success and Customer Commitment  CHICAGO, Illinois — April, 22, 2013 — Adage Technologies, today announced it has achieved a... Read More
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by: Julianne Zeglin at 04/22/2013 11:41 AM

An Introduction to Windows 8 Development

In today’s ever growing mobile world, a new challenger has arisen to combat the Apple and Android Titans. This new contender is of course Windows 8, which includes the desktop and mobile operating... Read More
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by: Phillip Stewart at 04/10/2013 04:00 PM

How to Choose the Most Effective Project Management Tools

  The next installment of our Lunch & Learn series covers project management tools and best practices. We’ll be discussing and evaluating the pros and cons of Basecamp, Asana, and Google Docs while... Read More
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by: Julianne Zeglin at 04/04/2013 01:44 PM

Get Lean: Avoid 8 Wastes in Development

How Adage incorporates Lean, Agile and Test Driven Development to provide successful and efficient solutions. Lean is a process improvement approach largely derived from Japenese auto manufacturing... Read More
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by: Patrick Emmons at 03/29/2013 09:00 AM

SQL Profiler and Database Engine Tuning Advisor

The next installment of our Lunch & Learn series covers SQL Profiler and Database Engine Tuning Advisor. Learn how to optimize query performance, and create a set of indexes, indexed views, and tab... Read More
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by: Julianne Zeglin at 03/07/2013 04:00 PM

Adage All-Star - Sam Cicero

As another quarter comes to a close, it means it’s time to announce a new Adage  All-Star. Currently, the Adage office has been buried in big projects, but despite this fact we still like to take t... Read More
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by: Richelle Wescott at 02/28/2013 10:36 AM

2013 CMS Updates and New Releases

What new features and updates do you need to be aware of as a .Net CMS user?  We’ve outlined some upcoming releases from our partners to help you integrate the latest technology solutions into your... Read More
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by: Julianne Zeglin at 02/20/2013 04:06 PM

Want Touch Apps in Your Business? Think Windows 8

Microsoft's newest operating system (Windows 8) is a bold move for Microsoft.  And whether you like Microsoft products or not, businesses need to take note of the capabilities of Windows 8 to... Read More
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by: Roy Chomko at 02/19/2013 11:32 AM

The Dangers of Choosing a Proprietary CMS

My stance on proprietary content management systems (CMS) may seem odd, given the fact that my company derives a large portion of our revenue from building custom software. However, we are firm... Read More
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by: Roy Chomko at 02/19/2013 10:50 AM

The Real Cost of Developing an App

The growing demand for smart phones, tablets and enhanced mobile connectivity is causing nearly every business to contemplate an app development program to extend its reach to current and potential... Read More
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by: Roy Chomko at 02/13/2013 03:44 PM

The Pros and Cons of Responsive Design

As mobile becomes an increasingly important aspect of nearly every company's long-term plan, there has been much debate over where responsive design should fit in that strategy. Organizations are... Read More
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by: Patrick Emmons at 02/13/2013 03:13 PM

4 Key Takeaways from the 2013 INTIX Conference

The 34 th  Annual Conference & Exhibition for the International Ticketing Association was held this past week in Orlando, Florida.   Professionals involved in ticketing the arts, professional sport... Read More
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by: Julianne Zeglin at 02/06/2013 09:40 AM

Adage Technologies Named Top 50 Chicago Gen Y Employer for Second Year in a Row

Chicago, Ill. - January 15, 2013  - Adage Technologies, a leader in Chicago web development and design, was named one of the Brill Street's Top 50 Chicago Generation Y Employers for the second year... Read More
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by: Julianne Zeglin at 01/15/2013 10:16 AM

Adage Technologies' First Job Shadow Day

Breakout Session #1: Technical & Professional Development at Adage The first week on the job Mentorships at Adage Technologies Transitioning to a new language- C# in the .NET framework Learning fro... Read More
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by: Julianne Zeglin at 01/03/2013 10:00 AM

2012 Holiday Party Highlights

Adage hosted an annual, yearly Holiday Party last night at Maggiano’s in Chicago.  With great food   Not only did we nearly double our staff, but we also added over 30 new clients from across the... Read More
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by: Julianne Zeglin at 12/21/2012 10:00 AM

Santa's Helpers in the Holiday Season

This holiday season, Adage Technologies participated in the Chicago Sun-Times Season of Sharing Program benefiting Chicago’s needy children.  This holiday gift drive was a great way for us to give... Read More
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by: Julianne Zeglin at 12/18/2012 10:00 AM

Code with Quality

Key advantages of code reviews: Reveal errors in function, logic, & implementation Check for conformance of standards Cheaper to prevent defects upfront than to find and remove them later Learn... Read More
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by: Julianne Zeglin at 12/13/2012 10:00 AM

Empowering Clients Using the YouTube API

Last week, Nick Martin, one of our front-end developers gave a presentation at the November Google Developer meeting.  His presentation covered how to tap into YouTube's powerful API and access... Read More
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by: Julianne Zeglin at 12/06/2012 10:17 AM

Chicago Web Development Firm Adage Technologies Launches Windows 8 ‘Metra Tracker’ App

Chicago, IL – November 28, 2012- Adage Technologies , a Chicago-based leader in website and application development, announced the launch of their new Windows 8 application ‘Metra Tracker’. The app... Read More
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by: Julianne Zeglin at 11/27/2012 10:00 AM

Adage Technologies Team at the Chicago Overnight Website Challenge

A special team of Adage employees participated in The Nerdery Overnight Website Challenge this weekend!  This challenge brings together web development professionals across the Chicago land area to... Read More
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by: Julianne Zeglin at 11/16/2012 10:48 AM

EPiServer 7 CMS is Here!

The latest version of EPiServer CMS is now available and it’s pulling out all the stops.  This powerful content management system has historically offered its users a wealth of tools to control and... Read More
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by: Julianne Zeglin at 11/13/2012 10:09 AM

Save Time & Development Dollars

Experience before you build You’re building your first home. You’ve submitted housing requirements to the construction company and specify that your house needs three bedrooms, two baths, a kitchen... Read More
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by: Nichole Baiel at 11/05/2012 01:00 AM

What to expect from Microsoft’s latest innovations

Last week marked the official launch of Microsoft’s newest version of the company’s next-generation operating system, Windows 8. The growing anticipation surrounding this release has prompted debat... Read More
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by: Julianne Zeglin at 10/29/2012 12:15 PM

Adage Tech Talk at the University of Illinois

  Don't miss us tomorrow at the Univeristy of Illinois at our Tech Talk for ACM's Web Development Special Interest Group !  We'll be discussing the project development lifecycle with a special focu... Read More
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by: Julianne Zeglin at 10/23/2012 09:25 AM

Adage Awarded W³ Silver Award for Energy Impact Illinois Encompass Application

  Adage is pleased to announce yet another W³ silver award-winning website, this time for the Energy Impact Illinois Encompass application!  The W³ award recognizes the power of web creativity in a... Read More
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by: Julianne Zeglin at 10/09/2012 10:20 AM

An Essential Guide to Choosing a Content Management System

Ask anyone.  Choosing the right CMS will make or break your website, and with it, the online face of your brand.  Without a powerful tool to control your content, you’ll be fighting a losing battle... Read More
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by: Julianne Zeglin at 10/04/2012 09:40 AM

How Windows 8 Changes the Game

Our Co-Founder and Director of Professional Services, Patrick Emmons, was recently interviewed on Visual Studio Magazine aoub his thoughts on Windows 8.  How has a traditional software company's li... Read More
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by: Julianne Zeglin at 10/01/2012 02:03 PM

Inc. Magazine Names Adage Technologies One of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies for Second Straight Year

Chicago, IL – September, 2012 - Chicago web development firm Adage Technologies, a leader in website and application development, is pleased to have been ranked No. 2313 on Inc. Magazine’s annual... Read More
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by: Julianne Zeglin at 09/17/2012 02:54 PM

What Adage Employees are Saying

Are you thinking about working at Adage?  Are you wondering what it’d be like to work with some of Chicago’s finest?  Are you just a little bit curious about what goes on around here? Look no... Read More
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by: Julianne Zeglin at 09/10/2012 09:00 AM

Working with a Developer in 2012: Balancing Guidelines vs. Creative Freedom

Strong client-customer relationships are built on finding the right balance of input. The same is true for businesses looking to form a successful relationship with a development partner. In genera... Read More
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by: Patrick Emmons at 09/04/2012 09:00 AM

First Stage Receives EpiServer and Tessitura Software Upgrade

In conjunction with Milwaukee Repertory Theater,  First Stage  is a member of the Milwaukee Arts Partners that seeks to expand the reach and range of quality arts programming to the Milwaukee area.... Read More
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by: Julianne Zeglin at 08/28/2012 02:19 PM

Microsoft's Surface Makes Cross-Platform Development Easier

Quickly after Microsoft unveiled its Surface tablet, many experts began labeling it the next iPad killer. While it will certainly present a new challenge to Apple, we would be naïve to think the... Read More
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by: Roy Chomko at 08/21/2012 08:00 AM

Adage at the Cubs Game

Every quarter, Adage hosts an outing for its employees. These outings have ranged from segway rides to haunted bus tours, and the most recent one really packed a punch. The Adage office went out to... Read More
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by: Julianne Zeglin at 08/14/2012 11:25 AM

Adage All-Star - Sarah Bordson

It seems to be award season for Adage, and we don't forget those who helped us earn these high marks. Every quarter, Adage takes the time to recogize an employee who goes above and beyond his or he... Read More
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by: Julianne Zeglin at 08/08/2012 02:31 PM

EPiserver Certifies 5 Employees at the Chicago Web Development Firm, Adage Technologies

Five Chicago-based web developers get top certification from the EPiserver content management system. Chicago, IL – July 31, 2012 – Chicago web development firm Adage Technologies , specializing in... Read More
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by: Julianne Zeglin at 08/01/2012 09:03 AM

New Midtronics Website Utilizes EPiServer Content Management System

Chicago, IL – July 26, 2012 –  As a global enterprise founded on the principle of providing better battery management to its customers,  Midtronics  has seen incredible growth since its inception a... Read More
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by: Julianne Zeglin at 07/26/2012 08:00 AM

Adage Technologies Awarded 'Best Place to Work in Illinois' for the Second Year in a Row

For the second year in a row, Adage has been named the #8 Best Place to Work in Illinois by the Daily Herald Business Ledger. This statewide survey and awards program was designed to identify,... Read More
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by: Julianne Zeglin at 07/25/2012 12:30 PM

Adage Technologies Wins 'Best in Class' Interactive Media Award for Goodman Theatre Website

Adage Technologies is excited to announce that the Goodman Theatre website was awarded the 'Best in Class' Interactive Media Award in the Arts & Culture category for 2012!  This award is the highes... Read More
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by: Julianne Zeglin at 07/11/2012 08:00 AM

New Website for the Music Center

Los Angelos, CA – July 10, 2012 – With state-of-the-art venues, iconic architecture, and engaging performances, the  Music Center  is the perfect destination for arts, culture and entertainment. ... Read More
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by: Julianne Zeglin at 07/09/2012 08:00 AM

Adage Technologies President Roy Chomko Interviewed on Game Changers Radio

Roy Chomko, president of Adage Technologies, was featured on Game Changers Radio Show today.  The show, which runs every Saturday night at 7 p.m., features a panel of experts, entrepreneuers, and... Read More
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by: Julianne Zeglin at 07/07/2012 08:00 AM

Adage Technologies Completes AAAHC Website Redesign

Chicago-based web and app developers create more effective, easy to use navigation for Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care. Chicago, IL – June, 2012 – Chicago web development firm... Read More
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by: Julianne Zeglin at 06/01/2012 11:00 AM

2012 Chase Corporate Challenge

Check out our photos from the company outing at the 2012 Chase Corporate Challenge! Read More
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by: Patrick Emmons at 05/31/2012 10:39 AM

New Association Management System and Content Management Implementation for ASGE

Oak Brook, IL – April 11, 2012 –The American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ASGE) is dedicated to promoting excellence and innovation in gastrointestinal endoscopy and has nearly 12,000... Read More
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by: Roy Chomko at 04/11/2012 11:00 AM

Huntington Theatre Company Website Update

Boston, MA – July 10, 2012 –  Huntington Theatre Company is Boston’s largest theatre company and is internationally recognized for its artists, productions, and educational programs. Having seen th... Read More
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by: Julianne Zeglin at 04/11/2012 08:00 AM

Chicago Web Development Firm Adage Technologies Launches Improved Goodman Theatre Site

Patrons of Chicago’s award-winning regional theatre can utilize enhanced cross-linking and search capabilities to quickly find photos, videos, news and more for favorite plays and actors Chicago, I... Read More
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by: Roy Chomko at 04/06/2012 11:16 AM

LA Opera Website Redesign

Los Angelos, CA – July 2, 2012 – Cherished for the past quarter-century as a haven for those seeking the thrilling combination of music and theatre,  LA Opera  has become not only a cornerstone of... Read More
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by: Roy Chomko at 04/02/2012 08:00 AM

Adage Technologies Partners with Energy Impact Illinois to Develop Energy Savings Calculator

Chicago-based web and app developers help launch EnCompass, a customized energy and cost saver for local building owners and manager Chicago, IL – June 5, 2012 – Chicago web development firm Adage... Read More
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by: Julianne Zeglin at 02/18/2012 11:00 AM

New Underwriters Laboratories SCCL Mobile Web App

Northbrook, IL – February 16, 2012 –  Underwriters Laboratories needed a way to get their library of product safety guidelines to clients no matter where they were on a wide variety of mobile... Read More
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by: Julianne Zeglin at 02/16/2012 08:00 AM

The Year of HTML 5: What Businesses Should be Ready for in 2012

There is little doubt that HTML5 is already changing the way businesses approach application development. While only debuting a short time ago, both executives and their development partners are... Read More
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by: Patrick Emmons at 02/02/2012 02:04 PM

Adage Technologies Named Top 50 Gen Y Employers in Chicago

Chicago, Ill. - January 26, 2011  - Adage Technologies, a leader in website and application development, was recently named as one of the 2011  Brill Street's Top 50 Generation Y Employers Chicago ... Read More
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by: Patrick Emmons at 01/26/2012 03:54 PM

Adage All-Star - Johnny Chin

It’s that time again, and nominations for the Adage quarterly All-Star are in. What's exciting is that this is the first Adage All-Star to be nominated at our 10 South Riverside Plaza location. In... Read More
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by: Nichole at 01/25/2012 04:59 PM