Mac Power Users 669: Drowning Out the Noise, with Charlie Chapman
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Dec 4, 2022 Charlie Chapman, an iOS developer known for the Dark Noise app and host of the Launched podcast, shares insights about navigating app development in a competitive landscape. He discusses the challenges when Apple introduces features that rival his creations and reflects on designing a niche app for focus and relaxation. The conversation also touches on the importance of community connections in podcasting, the evolution of user experience in app design, and the balance between personal and professional tech use.
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Charlie's Journey into iOS Development
- Charlie Chapman's interest in the Apple ecosystem grew from listening to podcasts like Hello Internet and Cortex.
- His journey into iOS development started with a Windows Phone app for Vimeo and later, Dark Noise, a project to learn Swift and UIKit.
Charlie's Desk Setup
- Charlie uses an M1 Max 14-inch MacBook Pro for personal projects due to its portability and power.
- He also uses a 16-inch M1 Max MacBook Pro for work and utilizes Universal Control heavily for a seamless multi-device workflow.
Managing Work and Personal Devices
- Keep work and personal data separate on different machines to avoid potential legal issues.
- Charlie uses separate machines but shares his personal iCloud account for specific software and features like Universal Control.
