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Leading and building Raycast (Interview)

The Changelog: Software Development, Open Source

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Building Raycast: User-Centric Innovation

This chapter explores the journey of Raycast's development from a user's perspective, highlighting the significance of user experience and community feedback in shaping the tool. It discusses the evolution of application launchers on macOS, their competition with established features like Spotlight, and the importance of maintaining user privacy. The conversation also covers the growth of the Raycast team and their commitment to fostering a motivated work environment while optimizing productivity through innovative features.

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