The Quantified Self

Building a Better You Through Data

August 13, 2015

Big Data has become an increasingly trendy topic, from fitness bands that test heart rate and steps taken to stress apps that help maintain a "zen" mindset. With all of these excess apps now becoming popular - which ones can provide the right data for you?

July 21, 2015

Two acronyms have gained prominence with the rise of technology and designing for devices - UX and UI. So what are UX and UI? Given how these two terms are used interchangeably in almost every job posting and LinkedIn profile, it can come as a surprise that they are not the same thing. . . . . .

April 18, 2014

Right in time for easter, we pay tribute to Google's greatest Easter eggs, uncover an app that's "Yelp for Medicine" and showcase beautiful pictures of Boston Marathon survivors. See some of the latest tech news and stand #BostonStrong in this weeks Friday Five.

The Case for Responsive Design

April 09, 2014

Healthcare is a trillion dollar industry. From hospitals to providers, these businesses and academic communities are at the forefront of their industries. Yet they seem to trail behind when it comes to their websites and online presences. Learn more about why healthcare needs to embrace responsive design.

Last minute changes rarely work to your advantage.

October 29, 2013

If you’ve listened to the news over the past two weeks, you’d know the rollout for Healthcare.gov, the Federal health-insurance exchange for the Affordable Care Act (ACA), has been far from smooth. From crashes to lost information, it’s clear the site has significant architectural issues.

Discrepancies in medical billing costs are baffling, and patients pay the price—literally.

July 25, 2013

“How much is this going to cost?” It’s a simple enough question, unless you’re asking about your upcoming surgery. Between doctors, billers, insurance companies, and hospitals themselves, no one seems to be able to give a straight (or correct) answer.