
Empower Apps
An exploration of Apple business news and technology. We talk about how businesses can use new technology to empower their business and employees, from Leo Dion, founder of BrightDigit.
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Apr 24, 2021 • 34min
Conferences with John Wilker
GuestJohn Wilker (johnwilker.com)360|iDev - August 22 - 25, 2021Use the promo code EmpowerApps to get 25% off registration.Twitter (jwilker)Instagram (johntwilker)360ConferencesYoutube Video - https://youtu.be/XXQB24mqQp4Related EpisodesEpisode 36 - Upgrading Your Skills in 2020 with Paul HudsonEpisode 9 - iPad Apps for Businesses and ProsRelated LinksWWDC 2021 AnnouncedGoodNotesScrivener360|iDev 2021 Call For Papers will close May 7, 2021!Plex now works with the Apple TV app, but not all content is available - iMoreJohn on using his iPadWriting wherever you are - johnwilker.comI might finally not need a moleskine - johnwilker.comWhere's the iPad fit in? - johnwilker.comiPad..... nice but not magical, yet (my Review) - johnwilker.comSponsorsAppFiguresThe tools you need to monitor, optimize, and get more downloads.There's a lot of demand for apps right now, so it's a really great time to give it a try. It's easier than you think.The guys who run it are indie devs who had a need and created a tool. 11 years later, it's an all-in-one platform for developers who want to get more downloads and make more money with their apps.The folks at Appfigures have easy step-by-step guides and intuitive tools to do that, which many indie developers are using to get more downloads:https://appfigures.com/resources/asoAlso check out our episode with CEO Ariel Michaeli:https://share.transistor.fm/s/15b7ff63Try Appfigures for free, and if you like it use the special link to get 30% off for the next 3 months:https://appfigures.com/account/upgrade?p=empower3030RevenueCatUsing RevenueCat to power your in-app purchase infrastructure solves:For edge cases you don’t even know you haveProtects from outages your team hasn’t seen yetSaves you time on future maintenance As well as new features released by the app storesEmpowers your marketing teams with clean, reliable IAP dataAll that to say, RevenueCat handles all the headaches of in-app purchases so you can get back to building your app. Try RevenueCat today at revenuecat.com.360iDev - August 22 -25 (Hybrid)The Leading indie iOS/Mac (and watchOS, and tvOS) Developer conferenceIt's all about Community and Code!Four days of hands-on training, amazing sessions, and the great community. All Swift.Available Online or In-PersonUse the promo code EmpowerApps to get 25% off registration.Hosting Conferences TodayDifferent Challenges with 2021 vs 2020Getting Signups and RegistrationsImprovements to Online PlatformsDealing with Zoom FatigueBeing a SpeakerThere's always something the audience can learnTeaching as a novice and avoiding missing stepsPractice at your "local" meeting or on a podcast 😁Encourage others to speaker for the first time The More The MerrierWWDC Wish ListAllowing more content available on Apple TVLeo's novice experiences with Apple TVThoughts on multi-user Fitness+Apple Watch Band for Watch Enthusiasts?More Interactive Widgets on iOS 15iPad Pro vs Mac Book Air M1 Social MediaEmailleo@brightdigit.comGitHub - @brightdigitTwitter BrightDigit - @brightdigitLeo - @leogdionRedditLeo - /u/leogdionLinkedInBrightDigitLeoInstagram - @brightdigitPatreon - empowerappshowCreditsMusic from https://filmmusic.io"Blippy Trance" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
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Apr 14, 2021 • 39min
Core Data Fun with Tim Mitra
GuestTim Mitra (website)Twitter @TimMitraMore Than Just Code Podcast Spockcast PodcastPragmatic Hero's JourneyRoundaboutFMYoutube Video - https://youtu.be/SwVF-wihDvERelated EpisodesEpisode 47 - Practical Combine with Donny WalsEpisode 62 - Local Database Storage on iOS with Aaron DouglasOk Productive - 030. Neuroplasticity with Tim MitraRelated LinksWWDC 2021 AnnouncedSwift TOMistKit - Swift Package for Server-Side and Command-Line Access to CloudKit Web ServicesNSPersistentCloudKitContainerSetting Up Core Data with CloudKit - Apple DocsCoreStore by John Estropia - real power of Core Data with the elegance and safety of SwiftSponsorsAppFiguresThe tools you need to monitor, optimize, and get more downloads.There's a lot of demand for apps right now, so it's a really great time to give it a try. It's easier than you think.The guys who run it are indie devs who had a need and created a tool. 11 years later, it's an all-in-one platform for developers who want to get more downloads and make more money with their apps.The folks at Appfigures have easy step-by-step guides and intuitive tools to do that, which many indie developers are using to get more downloads:https://appfigures.com/resources/asoAlso check out our episode with CEO Ariel Michaeli:https://share.transistor.fm/s/15b7ff63Try Appfigures for free, and if you like it use the special link to get 30% off for the next 3 months:https://appfigures.com/account/upgrade?p=empower3030RevenueCatUsing RevenueCat to power your in-app purchase infrastructure solves:For edge cases you don’t even know you haveProtects from outages your team hasn’t seen yetSaves you time on future maintenance As well as new features released by the app storesEmpowers your marketing teams with clean, reliable IAP dataAll that to say, RevenueCat handles all the headaches of in-app purchases so you can get back to building your app. Try RevenueCat today at revenuecat.com.Building Apps with Core Data TodayWorking with CloudKit and CoreDataFun with SwiftUI and CoreDataLearning how to use AppDataPower of CombineHow to Sync Subscriptions with Core DataCloudKit on the ServerBusiness Problems with CloudKitWhy Choose Core Data?Power of Live PreviewsSocial MediaEmailleo@brightdigit.comGitHub - @brightdigitTwitter BrightDigit - @brightdigitLeo - @leogdionRedditLeo - /u/leogdionLinkedInBrightDigitLeoInstagram - @brightdigitPatreon - empowerappshowCreditsMusic from https://filmmusic.io"Blippy Trance" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
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Apr 4, 2021 • 44min
Third-Party APIs with Christian Selig
GuestChristian Selig (website)Twitter @ChristianSeligReddit /u/iamthatisYouTube CLeeSeligApolloAppYoutube Video - https://youtu.be/rhVazmvPTYoRelated EpisodesEpisode 73 - Multi-Platform SwiftUI with Malin SundbergEpisode 66 - UI Design for Developers with Heidi Helen PilypasEpisode 38 - Accessibility with Kim ArnettEpisode 31 - Future Proofing Your Apps with Gui RamboSponsorsAppFiguresThe tools you need to monitor, optimize, and get more downloads.There's a lot of demand for apps right now, so it's a really great time to give it a try. It's easier than you think.The guys who run it are indie devs who had a need and created a tool. 11 years later, it's an all-in-one platform for developers who want to get more downloads and make more money with their apps.The folks at Appfigures have easy step-by-step guides and intuitive tools to do that, which many indie developers are using to get more downloads:https://appfigures.com/resources/asoAlso check out our episode with CEO Ariel Michaeli:https://share.transistor.fm/s/15b7ff63Try Appfigures for free, and if you like it use the special link to get 30% off for the next 3 months:https://appfigures.com/account/upgrade?p=empower3030RevenueCatUsing RevenueCat to power your in-app purchase infrastructure solves:For edge cases you don’t even know you haveProtects from outages your team hasn’t seen yetSaves you time on future maintenance As well as new features released by the app storesEmpowers your marketing teams with clean, reliable IAP dataAll that to say, RevenueCat handles all the headaches of in-app purchases so you can get back to building your app. Try RevenueCat today at revenuecat.com.How building around Reddit works?Why Reddit is easier than Twitter?How the variety in apps helps the experience?Simplicity and Native FeaturesDealing with Walled Gardens like Reddit ChatHow Apollo works?How Server-Side Push NotificationsDealing with ImgurWhether to use third-party libraryFinding great beta usersTesting Accessibility UI Design notesBuilding Widgets with SwiftUIFinding a user communityDesigning great gesturesSocial MediaEmailleo@brightdigit.comGitHub - @brightdigitTwitter BrightDigit - @brightdigitLeo - @leogdionRedditLeo - /u/leogdionLinkedInBrightDigitLeoInstagram - @brightdigitPatreon - empowerappshowCreditsMusic from https://filmmusic.io"Blippy Trance" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
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Mar 28, 2021 • 33min
AWS Amplify with Kilo Loco
GuestKilo LocoTwitterYoutubeLinkedInYoutube Video - https://youtu.be/kQP7dCaKdEcRelated EpisodesEpisode 83 - Interviewing Tips with Kim ArnettEpisode 75 - Year of the Server with Tim Condon - Part 2Episode 10 - Cloud and Backend Services For Apps with Erik GillespieRelated LinksGetting Started with AWS AmplifyAWS Free TierAPNs Push Notifications for iOS Using AWS Lambda in Swift - Kilo LocoAWS Amplify Playlist - Kilo LocoAWS Amplify RepoAmazon DynamoDBAmazon CognitoAmazon SNSAmazon Pinpoint How Do I Write If Case Let in Swift?GoshDarnSwiftUISwiftUIPropertyWrappersSponsorsAppFiguresThe tools you need to monitor, optimize, and get more downloads.There's a lot of demand for apps right now, so it's a really great time to give it a try. It's easier than you think.The guys who run it are indie devs who had a need and created a tool. 11 years later, it's an all-in-one platform for developers who want to get more downloads and make more money with their apps.The folks at Appfigures have easy step-by-step guides and intuitive tools to do that, which many indie developers are using to get more downloads:https://appfigures.com/resources/asoAlso check out our episode with CEO Ariel Michaeli:https://share.transistor.fm/s/15b7ff63Try Appfigures for free, and if you like it use the special link to get 30% off for the next 3 months:https://appfigures.com/account/upgrade?p=empower3030Swift Heroes Digital 2021Swift Heroes Digital is a one day event, for developers, designers and project managers at all levels of experience with the Swift platform. Combining resources from the Swift Heroes Global network, we’re excited to be bringing you this international, interactive event. Share this code with your network and they receive 20% discount on all Swift Heroes tickets: SH21-SPEAKERS-COMMUNITYInsert the code under 'redeem voucher' on the ticketing platform to receive 20% discount on all ticket types.What does AWS Amplify do?How it works with your iOS projectWhy Amplify vs your own backendHow does it compare with other MBaaS servicesWhat are the different componentsHow does it compare with something like SOTOHow does the cost compareCan you opt-out later and use the individual servicesGetting Started with AWS AmplifyUsing Cocoapods vs SPMHow to use the AWS CLIHow to setup your data model in DynamoDBHow you can take advantage of AWS LambdaHow do you get started with Push Notifications and APNSSocial MediaEmailleo@brightdigit.comGitHub - @brightdigitTwitter BrightDigit - @brightdigitLeo - @leogdionLinkedInBrightDigitLeoInstagram - @brightdigitPatreon - empowerappshowCreditsMusic from https://filmmusic.io"Blippy Trance" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
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Mar 21, 2021 • 31min
Automation Fun with Jared Sorge
Part 2 of Episode at Xcoders!More on Swift Package Manager, Graphics Management, and Server-Side Dev 👆GuestJared SorgeXcoders PodcastMicro.blog (@jsorge)Twitter (@jsorge)GitHub (@jsorge)LinkedInYoutube Video - https://youtu.be/hWVfxNkY5SwRelated EpisodesXcoders Podcast - March 2021Episode 73 - Multi-Platform SwiftUI with Malin SundbergEpisode 24 - Continuous Integration with Kyle NewsomeEpisode 80 - A Tour of Software Testing with Christina MoultonEpisode 51 - Haikus of Code with Erica Sadun - Part 1Episode 52 - Haikus of Code with Erica Sadun - Part 2Related LinksXcode Project Generation: A PrimerTuistXcodeGenApp DistributionAppCenterAppCenter Fastlane PluginFastlaneTestFlightSparkleContinuous IntegrationJenkinsGitLab CIGithub ActionsScriptingShellOutSwift-ShArgumentParserMakefilesRake for RubyMac DevelopmentMacStadiumMacs in AWSDockerDocker-OSXAnsible ChefSponsorsAppFiguresThe tools you need to monitor, optimize, and get more downloads.There's a lot of demand for apps right now, so it's a really great time to give it a try. It's easier than you think.The guys who run it are indie devs who had a need and created a tool. 11 years later, it's an all-in-one platform for developers who want to get more downloads and make more money with their apps.The folks at Appfigures have easy step-by-step guides and intuitive tools to do that, which many indie developers are using to get more downloads:https://appfigures.com/resources/asoAlso check out our episode with CEO Ariel Michaeli:https://share.transistor.fm/s/15b7ff63Try Appfigures for free, and if you like it use the special link to get 30% off for the next 3 months:https://appfigures.com/account/upgrade?p=empower3030Swift Heroes Digital 2021Swift Heroes Digital is a one day event, for developers, designers and project managers at all levels of experience with the Swift platform. Combining resources from the Swift Heroes Global network, we’re excited to be bringing you this international, interactive event. Share this code with your network and they receive 20% discount on all Swift Heroes tickets: SH21-SPEAKERS-COMMUNITYInsert the code under 'redeem voucher' on the ticketing platform to receive 20% discount on all ticket types.Why AutomateGetting started with Continuous IntegrationAvoiding Xcode Project MergesAvoiding over-automationUsing test plans to empower your testsAutomation ToolsXcodegen vs Tuist for Project GenerationGitlab CI vs GitHub Actions vs JenkinsThe power of FastlaneYes Makefiles are still great!Using ArgumentParser and ShellOutmacOS Development ChallengesSocial MediaEmailleo@brightdigit.comGitHub - @brightdigitTwitter BrightDigit - @brightdigitLeo - @leogdionLinkedInBrightDigitLeoInstagram - @brightdigitPatreon - empowerappshowCreditsMusic from https://filmmusic.io"Blippy Trance" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
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Mar 14, 2021 • 35min
Interviewing Tips with Kim Arnett
GuestKim Arnett (kimarnett.com)Twitter @kaydacodeDEV.TO @kaydacodeYoutube Video - https://youtu.be/UpUQY7sD9g4Related EpisodesEpisode 38 - Accessibility with Kim ArnettEpisode 25 - Hiring an iOS Developer with John KnoxEpisode 12 - iOS Developer Interviews with Alex BushRelated LinksJob Posting TweetSponsorsHeartwitch 1.4.1 released!Live stream your health stats while you play the latest video games or exercise online. Show your heart rate as you live stream with this watch app!Heartwitch is a combination Apple Watch and Web Application for sending your health data to a web browser window.Use the promo code EMPOWERAPPSMARCH to get 3 months premium freehttps://heartwitch.app/AppFiguresThe tools you need to monitor, optimize, and get more downloads.There's a lot of demand for apps right now, so it's a really great time to give it a try. It's easier than you think.The guys who run it are indie devs who had a need and created a tool. 11 years later, it's an all-in-one platform for developers who want to get more downloads and make more money with their apps.The folks at Appfigures have easy step-by-step guides and intuitive tools to do that, which many indie developers are using to get more downloads:https://appfigures.com/resources/asoAlso check out our episode with CEO Ariel Michaeli:https://share.transistor.fm/s/15b7ff63Try Appfigures for free, and if you like it use the special link to get 30% off for the next 3 months:https://appfigures.com/account/upgrade?p=empower3030Interviewing TechniquesRemoving Anxiety for the ProcessTesting Skills ProperlyImportance of Communication and People SkillsCreating a Welcoming Environment Clear Intentions and Company Buy-In Clear Job PostingsWhat to Ask Company During InterviewFind out about TurnoverHow's their DiversityWhat's their Day-to-Day ScheduleWhat's their priority for Mobile Development and iOSSocial MediaEmailleo@brightdigit.comTwitter BrightDigit - @brightdigitLeo - @leogdionLinkedInBrightDigitLeoInstagram - @brightdigitPatreon - empowerappshowCreditsMusic from https://filmmusic.io"Blippy Trance" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
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Mar 7, 2021 • 37min
Game Development with Tammy Coron
GuestTammy CoronJust Write CodeTwitter (@Paradox927)LinkedInYouTubeGloop Drop game Youtube Video - https://youtu.be/cqhSz3-fZtIRelated EpisodesEpisode 64 - A Very Remote Year with Jacob GorbanRelated LinksApple Game Frameworks and Technologies by Tammy CoronTrelloRoyalty Free AssetsOpen Game ArtItchResources for Free/Royalty-Free Assets for Game Dev from /r/gamedevManaging Multiple Projects Without Losing Your Mind (Probably) by Tammy Coron - 360iDev 2019Working Remotely: Best Practices for Distributed iOS development by Leo DionGames Tammy is Playing NowAll of YouIn MostSponsorsAppFiguresThe tools you need to monitor, optimize, and get more downloads.There's a lot of demand for apps right now, so it's a really great time to give it a try. It's easier than you think.The guys who run it are indie devs who had a need and created a tool. 11 years later, it's an all-in-one platform for developers who want to get more downloads and make more money with their apps.The folks at Appfigures have easy step-by-step guides and intuitive tools to do that, which many indie developers are using to get more downloads:https://appfigures.com/resources/asoAlso check out our episode with CEO Ariel Michaeli:https://share.transistor.fm/s/15b7ff63Try Appfigures for free, and if you like it use the special link to get 30% off for the next 3 months:https://appfigures.com/account/upgrade?p=empower3030Swift Heroes Digital 2021Swift Heroes Digital is a one day event, for developers, designers and project managers at all levels of experience with the Swift platform. Combining resources from the Swift Heroes Global network, we’re excited to be bringing you this international, interactive event. Share this code with your network and they receive 20% discount on all Swift Heroes tickets: SH21-SPEAKERS-COMMUNITYInsert the code under 'redeem voucher' on the ticketing platform to receive 20% discount on all ticket types.Why Game DevelopmentWhere to get startedNative vs Cross-PlatformWhat is a Game LoopHow SpriteKit helps?SceneKit vs UnityWorking with Game ControllersOn Managing Multiple ProjectsWhere to get startedWorking RemotelyStaying OrganizedSocial MediaEmailleo@brightdigit.comGitHub - @brightdigitTwitter BrightDigit - @brightdigitLeo - @leogdionLinkedInBrightDigitLeoInstagram - @brightdigitPatreon - empowerappshowCreditsMusic from https://filmmusic.io"Blippy Trance" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
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Feb 26, 2021 • 44min
Awaiting for Async with Vincent Pradeilles
GuestVincent Pradeilles Twitter @v_pradeillesYouTube Channel (vincentpradeilles)GitHubLinkedInAlso iOS Memes 😆 ... Youtube Video - https://youtu.be/hcVJSu7we5wRelated EpisodesEpisode 75 - Year of the Server with Tim Condon - Part 2Episode 72 - Functional Programming with Daniel SteinbergEpisode 47 - Practical Combine with Donny WalsRelated LinksSwift Evolution ProposalAsynchronous Multi-Threaded Parallel World of Swift by Leo Experimenting with async & await in Swift by VincentRunning tasks in parallel using async/await 🚀 by VincentPromiseKit by Max HowellEventLoopFuture in Vapor (and SwiftNIO)Leo's Async Await Test CodeChris Lattner's Async ProposalGetting started with async/await in Swift by Eneko AlonsoSponsorsAppFiguresThe tools you need to monitor, optimize, and get more downloads.There's a lot of demand for apps right now, so it's a really great time to give it a try. It's easier than you think.The guys who run it are indie devs who had a need and created a tool. 11 years later, it's an all-in-one platform for developers who want to get more downloads and make more money with their apps.The folks at Appfigures have easy step-by-step guides and intuitive tools to do that, which many indie developers are using to get more downloads:https://appfigures.com/resources/asoAlso check out our episode with CEO Ariel Michaeli:https://share.transistor.fm/s/15b7ff63Try Appfigures for free, and if you like it use the special link to get 30% off for the next 3 months:https://appfigures.com/account/upgrade?p=empower3030Swift Heroes Digital 2021Swift Heroes Digital is a one day event, for developers, designers and project managers at all levels of experience with the Swift platform. Combining resources from the Swift Heroes Global network, we’re excited to be bringing you this international, interactive event. Share this code with your network and they receive 20% discount on all Swift Heroes tickets: SH21-SPEAKERS-COMMUNITYInsert the code under 'redeem voucher' on the ticketing platform to receive 20% discount on all ticket types.Dealing with Asynchronous Calls NowDealing with GCDHistory of CPU Cores and Asynchronous ProgrammingPower of GCD and QueuesHow Promises fit in with SwiftManaging Network Call AsynchronouslyDealing with UI ChangesWhat is a DispatchGroupWhat Await and Async ProvideAvoiding Blocking the Main ThreadSubscribing/Publisher vs Async/AwaitHow do Tasks workHow to get started now with Async and AwaitWhat are ContinuationsWhat is an Unsafe ContinuationDealing with Errors in Async FunctionsHow do parallel asynchronous tasksHow Combine works with Async/AwaitSocial MediaEmailleo@brightdigit.comGitHub - @brightdigitTwitter BrightDigit - @brightdigitLeo - @leogdionLinkedInBrightDigitLeoInstagram - @brightdigitPatreon - empowerappshowCreditsMusic from https://filmmusic.io"Blippy Trance" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
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Feb 19, 2021 • 31min
A Tour of Software Testing with Christina Moulton
GuestChristina Moulton - @ChristinaMltnGrokSwift.comYoutube Video - https://youtu.be/5LShKIwHEsARelated EpisodesEpisode 77 - Swift Package Index with Sven A. SchmidtEpisode 24 - Continuous Integration with Kyle NewsomeEpisode 15 - Test-Driven Development with Joshua Greene and Michael Katz Related LinksTesting Your Apps in Xcode from Apple DocsSnapshotTesting by PointFreeCoPointFreeCo Episode 41 - A Tour of Snapshot TestingKIF CucumberSponsorsAppFiguresThe tools you need to monitor, optimize, and get more downloads.There's a lot of demand for apps right now, so it's a really great time to give it a try. It's easier than you think.The guys who run it are indie devs who had a need and created a tool. 11 years later, it's an all-in-one platform for developers who want to get more downloads and make more money with their apps.The folks at Appfigures have easy step-by-step guides and intuitive tools to do that, which many indie developers are using to get more downloads:https://appfigures.com/resources/asoAlso check out our episode with CEO Ariel Michaeli:https://share.transistor.fm/s/15b7ff63Try Appfigures for free, and if you like it use the special link to get 30% off for the next 3 months:https://appfigures.com/account/upgrade?p=empower3030Transistor.FmYour podcast's publishing platformTransistor not only hosts your podcast but also:Help distribute your podcast with integrations to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, YouTube, and MailchimpDeep analytics including average downloads per episode, popular podcast apps, number of subscribers, trendsProfessional support for creatives, businesses, and professional podcasters when it comes to hosting and analyticsHow do you start a podcast?https://transistor.fm/how-to-start-a-podcast/?via=empowerappsTry it today with this special link:https://transistor.fm/?via=empowerappsWhat is Software Testing?Why is important?What can be automated? (and what can't?)Why are unit tests so important?How to automate the workflow between manual tests?What tests should you do before release?What kinds of testing are there?How to use visual snapshots for testing?What is integration testing?How to deal with outside systems which are always changing?How is smoke testing different from integration testing?What should be tested?How to test the visual appearance of your app?Where to draw the line when isolating what should be testedHow to avoid the code coverage trap?How iOS devs can share specs with server developers?Social MediaEmailleo@brightdigit.comGitHub - @brightdigitTwitter BrightDigit - @brightdigitLeo - @leogdionLinkedInBrightDigitLeoInstagram - @brightdigitPatreon - empowerappshowCreditsMusic from https://filmmusic.io"Blippy Trance" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
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Feb 12, 2021 • 37min
Large Scale Teams with Joe Fabisevich
GuestJoe Fabisevich - WebsiteTwitter - @mergesortGitHub - @mergesortLinkedInYoutube Video - https://youtu.be/Mgg9D4JggQIRelated EpisodesEpisode 76 - Scaling and Security with Jeroen LeenartsEpisode 64 - A Very Remote Year with Jacob GorbanRelated LinksHow Complex Systems Fail by Richard I. Cook, MDMy New 1st Principle of Programming – “Good Code Is Easy to Change” by Aaron KingConway's law from WikipediaWrite code. Not too much. Mostly functions. by Brandon SmithSponsorsAppFiguresThe tools you need to monitor, optimize, and get more downloads.There's a lot of demand for apps right now, so it's a really great time to give it a try. It's easier than you think.The guys who run it are indie devs who had a need and created a tool. 11 years later, it's an all-in-one platform for developers who want to get more downloads and make more money with their apps.The folks at Appfigures have easy step-by-step guides and intuitive tools to do that, which many indie developers are using to get more downloads:https://appfigures.com/resources/asoAlso check out our episode with CEO Ariel Michaeli:https://share.transistor.fm/s/15b7ff63Try Appfigures for free, and if you like it use the special link to get 30% off for the next 3 months:https://appfigures.com/account/upgrade?p=empower3030LinodeA cloud experience developers loveGreat for Setting Up a Backend for Your AppVariety of VM Configurations and SettingsReasonable Pricing Starting at $5 per monthGlobal Data CentersThe Developer Cloud SimplifiedTry it today with this special link:https://www.linode.com/?r=97e09acbd5d304d87dadef749491d245e71c74e7Check out OrchardNest Today:https://orchardnest.comWorking with Big TeamsDoes it translate well to each team's work?Dealing with different levels of communication and detailHow to keep communication consistentDocumenting Why Decisions Are MadeHow Early Company Decisions Affect their FutureOrganizing Architecture and Code with Large TeamsStaying away from dependenciesMono-Repo vs ModularityServer-Driven solutionsConsistency in Platform DesignWhat does it mean to put People-first in your code?Social MediaEmailleo@brightdigit.comGitHub - @brightdigitTwitter BrightDigit - @brightdigitLeo - @leogdionLinkedInBrightDigitLeoInstagram - @brightdigitPatreon - empowerappshowCreditsMusic from https://filmmusic.io"Blippy Trance" by Kevin MacLeod (https://incompetech.com)License: CC BY (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)
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