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Jan 12, 2020 • 53min

Server-Side Swift with Tim Condon

GuestTim Condon - Twitter @0xTimRelated EpisodesEpisode 8 - Cloud and Backend ServicesEpisode 23 - Modularizing in Xcode with Abbey JacksonRelated LinksHello Server-Side Swift by Logan WrightLeo's Vapor Tutorials and VideosHow to get started developing Server-Side Swift - SwiftTO 2019Vapor – Deep Dive Guide into Setup and Deployment for Heroku and UbuntuAsynchronous Multithreaded Parallel World of SwiftServer Side Swift with Vapor on raywenderlich.comPorting Swift to Windows by Saleem AbdulrasoolSponsorsBrightDigitSpecialize in helping businesses build apps for iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Watch10 years of experience developing for a variety of Apple platformHelping dev shops which lack experience with Apple platforms and SwiftContact me if you need help today.We have an opening for sponsorsDo you have a product or service which can target our ever growing community of developers as well as technology and business leaders? Contact me today if you are interested in sponsoring or go to our Patreon page.How does Vapor compare With other backends?Why not use CloudKit or Firebase?How does it compare to NodeJS, Ruby, .Net or PHP?Limitation of various programming languagesPreferred Database BackendWhat's the difference between Vapor and other Server-Side Swift backend frameworks?What is the Server-Side Group and SwiftNIO?Using Vapor TodayIs it ready for production?What are some considerations a dev team should make?What's the best way to get started?What plugins are available? (Database, Authentication, Leaf, etc...)What are differences with Swift on the server vs. the client?How can you share code correctly between iOS and the server?The Future of Vapor 4What improvements are being made in Vapor 4?How does SwiftNIO2 affect Vapor?How does Swift 5 change the way database models work?How has SwiftUI and Combine affected Vapor and the way HTML is rendered?Social MediaEmailleo@brightdigit.comTwitter BrightDigit - @brightdigitLeo - @leogdionLinkedInBrightDigitLeoInstagram - @brightdigitPatreon - empowerappshow Thanks to our monthly supporters Bertram Eber Edward Sanchez Satoshi Mitsumori Danielle Lewis Steven Lipton ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
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Jan 6, 2020 • 46min

2020 Developer Wish List with Alex Bush

GuestAlex Bush - Twitter @alex_v_bushLinkedIniOS Interview Guide Inside iOS Dev PodcastRelated EpisodesEpisode 12 - iOS Developer Interviews with Alex BushEpisode 23 - Modularizing in Xcode with Abbey JacksonInside iOS Dev - First Thoughts on SwiftUIInside iOS Dev - WWDC 2019Inside iOS Dev - Protocol ExtensionsSponsorsBrightDigitSpecialize in helping businesses build apps for iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Watch10 years of experience developing for a variety of Apple platformHelping dev shops which lack experience with Apple platforms and SwiftContact me if you need help today.We have an opening for sponsorsDo you have a product or service which can target our ever growing community of developers as well as technology and business leaders? Contact me today if you are interested in sponsoring or go to our Patreon page.Podcast Update in 2020EmpowerApps is Moving to 3 episodes per monthAbout the Inside iOS Dev PodcastXcode Wish ListLeoImprovements to Auto Completion and SourceKitImprovements to PlaygroundsBrand New IDE (similar to Objective-C, iTunes, UIKit, etc...)XcodeGen - Swift command line tool for generating your Xcode projectBetter Support for Modularization and Swift PackagesFastlane - App Automation swift-sh - Swift ScriptingSpeculid - Asset Management and Using SVGsAlexFix Look Up References in XcodeVim Support - XVim2Buck - A high-performance build toolGuard - automate testingMore Command Line Tools and AutomationSwift Wish ListLeoAdd More UI to SwiftUIMore Guidance on Complex Data BindingAsynchronous Multi-Threaded Parallel World of Swift - Add Async and AwaitBetter Asynchronous Unit TestingIn-App Purchases for the WatchAlexAlex's thoughts on SwiftUICombine and Reactive Programming vs RxSwiftSwiftUI and UIKit interopAlex's thoughts on Protocol ExtensionsInstant apps?Future-Proofing with SwiftUIAbstracting Implementation Details for Future HardwareLearn Once and Code Everywhere Not Ready For Production Now But is the FuturePerfect for the Apple WatchLikely to Change in the FutureBackwards Support for UIKit/AppKitUIActivityIndicatorViewSocial MediaEmailleo@brightdigit.comTwitter BrightDigit - @brightdigitLeo - @leogdionLinkedInBrightDigitLeoInstagram - @brightdigitPatreon - empowerappshow Thanks to our monthly supporters Bertram Eber Edward Sanchez Satoshi Mitsumori Danielle Lewis Steven Lipton ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
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Dec 22, 2019 • 37min

Training Your Team with Steve Lipton

GuestSteve Lipton- Twitter @Steve_LiptonLinkedInMakeAppPieiOS Development Tips WeeklyLinkedIn Learning CoursesSteve Lipton - No Biz Like Show Biz: Video Recording Your App for Marketing and InstructionRelated EpisodesEpisode 25 - Hiring an iOS Developer with John KnoxEpisode 29 - Managing iOS Development with Peter WithamSponsorsBrightDigitSpecialize in helping businesses build apps for iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Watch10 years of experience developing for a variety of Apple platformHelping dev shops which lack experience with Apple platforms and SwiftContact me if you need help today.We have an opening for sponsorsDo you have a product or service which can target our ever growing community of developers as well as technology and business leaders? Contact me today if you are interested in sponsoring or go to our Patreon page.Why Training Is ImportantWhat is the Red Queen Dilemma?What's the difference between Coding and ProgrammingWhy knowing your customer's needs helps your training be better focusedThe significance of Soft Skills tooWhy you should invest in your current employees rather than hiring new employeesWhen consultants and trainers make the most senseBuilding Good DocumentationWhat Makes For Good Training MaterialMake sure the pattern and style matches yoursGood production qualityMake sure it's readable!Make sure your audience understands - Bloom's TaxonomyMake sure it sticksCreating Good Training VideosSteve Lipton - No Biz Like Show Biz: Video Recording Your App for Marketing and InstructionHave a decent microphoneHave a quiet roomFont Size 20 and upBalance Size, Resolution and File Size - 16:9 HD ResolutionHave a script to followHow to Judge Good Training Material OnlineHow many video do they have?Watch the welcome videoGood series of tracksGood organizationSpecific Challenges with Xcode and SwiftDealing with constant changes and updates (i.e. Xcode)Understand updates are part of the workflowPatterns are more stable then APIs (i.e. Reactive Programming vs Combine)Apple's Character ArcsSocial MediaTwitter - @brightdigitFacebook - BrightDigitLinkedIn - BrightDigitInstagram - @brightdigitPatreon - empowerappshow Thanks to our monthly supporters Bertram Eber Edward Sanchez Satoshi Mitsumori Danielle Lewis Steven Lipton ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
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Dec 15, 2019 • 43min

Future Proofing Your Apps with Gui Rambo

GuestGui Rambo - Twitter @_insideBlogGithubStacktrace Podcast9to5MacRelated EpisodesEpisode 18 - WWDC 2019 - Apple Watch with Gary SaboEpisode 19 - WWDC 2019 - Swift UI with Jason AndersonEpisode 29 - Managing iOS Development with Peter WithamEpisode 14 - iOS App Architecture with René Cacheaux and Josh BerliniPhreaks Episode 244 - MicroConf and Writing Health Apps for Apple WatchStacktrace Episode 63 - Classic ButterflySponsorsBrightDigitSpecialize in helping businesses build apps for iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Watch10 years of experience developing for a variety of Apple platformHelping dev shops which lack experience with Apple platforms and SwiftContact me if you need help today.We have an opening for sponsorsDo you have a product or service which can target our ever growing community of developers as well as technology and business leaders? Contact me today if you are interested in sponsoring or go to our Patreon page.Developer Apps and WWDCNew Apple Developer App!Apple keeping in contact with developersStreamlining getting started as a developerApple Business bureaucracy and DUNS number fun!Cocoahub App for Swift DevelopersWWDC Mac App by GuiLack of Apple DocumentationSupporting Future HardwareAdam Bell (@b3ll) - Getting ahead of the curve - NSSpain 2015Don't deviate from what Apple expects Random iOS Architecture NamesThe Multi-Threaded Asynchronous World of Swift from 360iDev by LeoWill ARM matter when they switch from Intel?GitHub? Remember SourceForgeFuture-Proofing with SwiftUIAbstracting Implementation Details for Future HardwareLearn Once and Code Everywhere Not Ready For Production Now But is the FuturePerfect for the Apple WatchLikely to Change in the FutureBackwards Support for UIKit/AppKitUIActivityIndicatorViewWhere is AR Headed with Apple?Gui Rambo: Why an AR skeptic is excited about RealityKit and Reality ComposerMeasurement App Are AirPods Pro a step towards Augment Reality?Google Translate and WordlensBeing Able to Connect to Third-Part AR Similar to CarPlayTinkering with Raspberry PI and HomeKitGraphical Swift Development with GTKDeveloping with the Raspberry Pi 4 and Raspberry Pi ZeroHomebridgeDeveloping a HomeKit device in SwiftWhat's Missing on the Apple WatchFaster Processor and Better BatteryLack of In-App PurchasesLack of Biometric Authentication (i.e. Finger Print Reader)Social MediaTwitter - @brightdigitFacebook - BrightDigitLinkedIn - BrightDigitInstagram - @brightdigitPatreon - empowerappshow Thanks to our monthly supporters Bertram Eber Edward Sanchez Satoshi Mitsumori Danielle Lewis Steven Lipton ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
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Dec 1, 2019 • 8min

Quickie: Swift UI and 2020 Trends

Youtube VideoRelated EpisodesEpisode 22 - September 2019 EventEpisode 19 - WWDC 2019 - Swift UI with Jason AndersonEpisode 18 - WWDC 2019 - Apple Watch with Gary SaboSponsorsBrightDigitSpecialize in helping businesses build apps for iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Watch10 years of experience developing for a variety of Apple platformHelping dev shops which lack experience with Apple platforms and SwiftContact me if you need help today.We have an opening for sponsorsDo you have a product or service which can target our ever growing community of developers as well as technology and business leaders? Contact me today if you are interested in sponsoring or go to our Patreon page.Maturity for the iPhoneUnlikely to see any big hardware innovations at this pointMaybe foldableGreat time to get an app on here, because it’s a mature product11 not a huge change from the 10 (but definite upgrade from the 8)Apple Watch InnovationWaiting for some improvements to battery and processor, but this is about to become an amazing productGreat time to think about developing an app, esp. in the health & fitness sectoriPads and the Pro App MarketApple Arcade shows Apple is interested in a subscription/bundle for gamesHighlighted new iPad but where are the serious pro appsWhy having a subscription for app/games is greatHardware is great, but software needs to improve app ecosystemThe App store eco system is still setup for “casual” apps for there is potentSwift UISwiftUI is changing the way UI is developed but slowlyFirst Swift-only API (no Objective-C compatibility)Maybe not be ideal for some companies with different design patterns but it’s a better starting place then Storyboards and UIKitCross-Platform compatible with iOS, watchOS, tvOS, and macOSSocial MediaTwitter - @brightdigitFacebook - BrightDigitLinkedIn - BrightDigitInstagram - @brightdigitPatreon - empowerappshow Thanks to our monthly supporters Bertram Eber Edward Sanchez Satoshi Mitsumori Danielle Lewis Steven Lipton ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
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Nov 24, 2019 • 43min

Managing iOS Development with Peter Witham

GuestPeter Witham - Compileswift.com - TwitterRelated EpisodesCompileSwift - Episode 10 - Apple Release Cycles CompileSwift - Episode 11 - Source ControlSponsorsBrightDigitSpecialize in helping businesses build apps for iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Watch10 years of experience developing for a variety of Apple platformHelping dev shops which lack experience with Apple platforms and SwiftContact me if you need help today.We have an opening for sponsorsDo you have a product or service which can target our ever growing community of developers as well as technology and business leaders? Contact me today if you are interested in sponsoring or go to our Patreon page.Release CyclesShould Apple keep releasing on a yearly cycle?Rough 2019 Release with iOS and macOSHow iOS 13 is the first significant release since iOS 7iPad vs MacBookImprovements to iPadOS 13What's missing from the iPad for pro-use?Canopy by Studio NeatDealing with App Store and TeamsCertificates and ProfilesWorking with Source ControlAgreeing on Xcode VersionIs Swift UI Ready For New Projects?Depends on Audience and User BaseLack of DocumentationDealing with New Technical HurdlesBig Improvement over UIKitHow to deal with UI Development right now?Changes Over The Years for TeamsBetter Handling of Remote TeamsXcode ImprovementsHow Apple's culture affects the developer experience?How to Deal with Decisions as Team LeadDealing with Third-Party DependenciesSource Control ImprovementsUsing Gitolite for Local Hosted GitIntroducing New Technologies With Tomorrow in MindRealizing the Soft in SoftwareSocial MediaTwitter - @brightdigitFacebook - BrightDigitLinkedIn - BrightDigitInstagram - @brightdigitPatreon - empowerappshow Thanks to our monthly supporters Bertram Eber Edward Sanchez Satoshi Mitsumori Danielle Lewis Steven Lipton ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
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Nov 17, 2019 • 33min

Apple Hardware 2019 with Paul J Schmidt

Guest Paul J Schmidt - UnoDeuce MultimediaYoutubeInstagramTwitterFacebookRelated EpisodesEpisode 13 - Apple and VideoEpisode 7 - Apple 2019SponsorsBrightDigitSpecialize in helping businesses build apps for iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Watch10 years of experience developing for a variety of Apple platformHelping dev shops which lack experience with Apple platforms and SwiftContact me if you need help today.We have an opening for sponsorsDo you have a product or service which can target our ever growing community of developers as well as technology and business leaders? Contact me today if you are interested in sponsoring or go to our Patreon page.AirPods ProImproved Sound Quality and BatteryNoise Cancellation and Transparency ModePossibly A First Attempt at Audio Augmented RealityiPhone 11Video Recording UpdatesFilmic ProFrame Rate ImprovementsWhat's the advantage for Max Vs. Plus?Night Mode, Deep Fusion, and other camera improvementsiPads and Macs for ProfessionalsAre iPads ready for Profession Video Editing?Adobe Premier vs Adobe RushiMac Pro vs Mac ProIntel vs ARMiOS 13 and CatalinaIs there a need to upgrade for non-developers?When will iOS 13 be ready?Issues with 64-bit only on CatalinaSocial MediaTwitter - @brightdigitFacebook - BrightDigitLinkedIn - BrightDigitInstagram - @brightdigitPatreon - empowerappshow Thanks to our monthly supporters Bertram Eber Edward Sanchez Satoshi Mitsumori Danielle Lewis Steven Lipton ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
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Nov 3, 2019 • 43min

Media Outreach with Jeff Gamet

Guest Jeff Gamet - Text Expander Evangelist TextExpander - @textexpanderTwitter @jgametInstagram @jgametRelated EpisodesEpisode 26 - App Search Optimization with Ariel MitcheliSponsorsBrightDigitSpecialize in helping businesses build apps for iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Watch10 years of experience developing for a variety of Apple platformHelping dev shops which lack experience with Apple platforms and SwiftContact me if you need help today.We have an opening for sponsorsDo you have a product or service which can target our ever growing community of developers as well as technology and business leaders? Contact me today if you are interested in sponsoring or go to our Patreon page.Importance of Reaching the PressClear messaging prevents uncertainty and ambiguityPay attention and communicate with usersGet insight from the users by scheduling callsCater your messaging to your audienceUsing PR Services (ex. PRLog) are helpful but personal relationships are importantGoing to the Right AudienceBased on the target device (Android vs iOS) and industry, pitch to right journalistsTalk to developers who have done apps in that spaceMake sure the press release service aligns with your appThe Email - Important Components What is it - Software, Hardware, etc...What does it do - Email Client, Music Player, iPhone Case, etc...Who is it for - for the iPhone, for the Apple Watch, for Windows PCs, etc...Why should I care/What makes it special/What need does it fillEmail Client - AI based Spam Filter for Administrative AssistantThe Email - Subject Line Mistakes Ambiguous or Unclear Subject LineBeing Too CleverPretending Like You're Looping BackTiming is ImportantKeeping It FreshWhen to Actually Follow-UpHow to build a Media KitHigh Resolution Screenshots - PNG or JPEGLogos - SVG and PNG or JPEGProduct Information - PDF - not Microsoft WordReviewers GuideWalkthrough DocumentationFAQ - Addresses questions the media will haveRequired Files or Info - Example Files, Logins, etc...Contact Info - email address, social media, home pageVideos optional - Youtube Link (for in-use) or GIF (for screenshots) How Can Companies Integrate the Messaging Early OnThink About the Messaging Early In the Development ProcessThink About How It's Presented As It's DevelopedMom Test - Rope In Friends and FamilyLook at Other PR Pages such as TextExpander'sLive Stream or Schedule Live Presentations Usage of the AppUsing the Press for Recruiting Beta TestingSocial MediaTwitter - @brightdigitFacebook - BrightDigitLinkedIn - BrightDigitInstagram - @brightdigitPatreon - empowerappshow Thanks to our monthly supporters Bertram Eber Edward Sanchez Satoshi Mitsumori Danielle Lewis Steven Lipton ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
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Oct 27, 2019 • 46min

App Store Optimization with Ariel Michaeli

Guest Ariel Michaeli  - Twitter @arielmichaeliAppFigures - Twitter @appfigures360idev 2019 - App Store Optimization for the Rest of UsAppFigures GuidesAppFigures App Store Optimization ChecklistHow to Optimize Your Keywords List in App Store ConnectOptimizing Your App’s Name to Get More DownloadsHow to Choose the Right Keywords for App Store OptimizationSponsorsBrightDigitSpecialize in helping businesses build apps for iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Watch10 years of experience developing for a variety of Apple platformHelping dev shops which lack experience with Apple platforms and SwiftContact me if you need help today.We have an opening for sponsorsDo you have a product or service which can target our ever growing community of developers as well as technology and business leaders? Contact me today if you are interested in sponsoring or go to our Patreon page.App Store Optimization BasicsThe Importance of MarketingWhy not depend on Today, Category, or Featured by AppleHow it helps established business as well as startups60% of downloads are directly from the App StoreYou only have 20 seconds to capture your audienceAppFigures App Store Optimization ChecklistKey Differences between SEO and ASOBackwards Engineering the Play Store/App Store vs. GoogleASO is restricted by the fields and parameters Apple or Google Play Store providesPeople Search for Solutions on Google vs People Search for Apps on the App StoreWhat are the Components For Successful ASO?Research for Correct Keywords Apply Keywords based on Solutions the App ProvidesBreakdown KeywordsUse the Correct Title and Subtitle CorrectlyTitle and Subtitle in the Apple App Store Are Rendered As One SentenceHow to Optimize Your Keywords List in App Store ConnectOptimizing Your App’s Name to Get More DownloadsHow to Choose the Right Keywords for App Store OptimizationMake Visuals Compelling Which Encourage DownloadsVideos Are Very HelpfulGive Your Screenshots Context and Use the Design of the App PageUser JumpMonitoring Keywords and Algorithm ChangesExperiment with Emulated App Store Pages and A/B TestingWhat are Common Mistakes For Successful ASO?Don't Optimize for Competitor NameDon't Leave Your App Page Alone But Constantly MonitorDon't Optimize for Only Your Competitor Apple Watch App Store and Heartwitch App FeedbackUnderstand Your AudienceUse Branding with Browser WindowSelling on the Apple Watch Store Makes the App UniqueAsk Apple to FeatureReach Out To The CommunitySocial MediaTwitter - @brightdigitFacebook - BrightDigitLinkedIn - BrightDigitInstagram - @brightdigitPatreon - empowerappshow Thanks to our monthly supporters Bertram Eber Edward Sanchez Satoshi Mitsumori Danielle Lewis Steven Lipton ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
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Oct 20, 2019 • 34min

Hiring an iOS Developer with John Knox

Guest John Knox  - Twitter @windaddict - LinkedInHiring An App Developer - Twitter @hireanappdevPrevious EpisodesEpisode 12 - iOS Developer Interviews with Alex BushSponsorsBrightDigitSpecialize in helping businesses build apps for iPhone, iPad, Mac and Apple Watch10 years of experience developing for a variety of Apple platformHelping dev shops which lack experience with Apple platforms and SwiftContact me if you need help today.We have an opening for sponsorsDo you have a product or service which can target our ever growing community of developers as well as technology and business leaders? Contact me today if you are interested in sponsoring or go to our Patreon page.Business of Software HighlightsMatt Wensing on ForecastingOne Second Everyday iOS Hiring ChallengesLack of Experience and Understand of iOS DevelopmentCargo Cult Interview Style (and Burying Dead Bodies😱?)Lack of Training Resources for EmployeesNot Oppurtunities for Growth Lack of Organization Skills in HR/RecruitingGetting HiredDealing with HR AutomationFinding the Right Person at the Company?LinkedIn vs TwitterWhat Companies Should Look For?How John Does Coding ChallengesFinding Coding StyleHave Little to No Complex DependenciesSeeing Actual Experience Social MediaTwitter - @brightdigitFacebook - BrightDigitLinkedIn - BrightDigitInstagram - @brightdigitPatreon - empowerappshow Thanks to our monthly supporters Bertram Eber Edward Sanchez Satoshi Mitsumori Danielle Lewis Steven Lipton ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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