MacVoices MacVoices #22139: Catching Up With David Sparks and His Shortcuts Field Guide (2)
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Jun 28, 2022 
David Sparks, a trial attorney turned full-time geek and creator of MacSparky.com, shares insights on software evolution influenced by his legal background. He discusses the balance between productivity and meaningful work, advocating for prioritizing significant tasks. The conversation also touches on the unity of Apple's operating systems and how they evolve together. Sparks dives into touch interface challenges on Macs and presents his new Shortcuts Field Guide, offering listeners a discount while expressing gratitude for their support.
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Technology's Impact
- Technology empowers us to do things better and faster, not necessarily less work.
- David Sparks finds value in technology's ability to improve efficiency and output.
Legal Influence on Projects
- David Sparks's legal background influences his structured approach to projects.
- He emphasizes clear explanations and building arguments step-by-step, like legal briefs.
Clear Explanations
- Explain things clearly and methodically from the beginning.
- Avoid making assumptions about your audience's existing knowledge.
