

Empower Apps
Leo Dion, Principal CEO and Swift Developer at BrightDigit
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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Jun 1, 2022 • 41min
Microapps Architecture with Majid Jabrayilov
GuestMajid JabrayilovSwiftWithMajid.comSwiftUI WeeklyTwitter @mecidYoutube Video - https://youtu.be/XRVO43j1ogQRelated EpisodesE119 - Swift Package Manager Super Powers with Marco EidingerE93 - Test-Driven Development in Swift with Gio LodiE77 - Swift Package Index with Sven A. SchmidtE57 - SwiftUI with Majid Jabrayilov - Part 2E56 - SwiftUI with Majid Jabrayilov - Part 1E46 - Developer Community (Part 2) with Dave VerwerE23 - Modularizing in Xcode with Abbey JacksonRelated LinksOutgrowing your app: how to scale iOS app developmentMeet the microapps architecture by Gio LodiMicroapps architecture in Swift. Dependency Injection.Microapps architecture in Swift. Resources and localization.Microapps architecture in Swift. Feature modules.Microapps architecture in Swift. SPM basics.How to Control the World by PointFreeBuild Graph for XcodeSponsorsRiversideThe easiest way to record podcasts and videos in studio quality from anywhere. All from the browser.Continuously uploads everyone’s audio and video during recording to the cloud, so when it ends you can download the files in seconds. Computer crashed or reloaded while in session? The recordings are saved automatically.Local recording up to 4K video resolutionTry it for free today. Use our referral link:https://riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_1&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=empowerappsAppFiguresThe 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=empower3030360iDev - Denver, CO – August 28-31, 2022 (Hybrid)Grand Hyatt DenverThe 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 20% off registration.Show NotesWhat is microapps architecture?What are some ideal circumstances to use it?How does SPM fit into itWhat are some ideal “modules”Why featuresHow does dependency injection fit into thisHow does the PointFree “World” method work?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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May 19, 2022 • 41min
Apple Developer Academy with Sarah Gretter, PhD
GuestSarah Gretter, PhD (@SarahGretter)LinkedIn - Sarah Gretter, PhDYoutube Video - https://youtu.be/2uXDG04aJUIRelated EpisodesE38 - Accessibility with Kim ArnettE36 - Upgrading Your Skills in 2020 with Paul HudsonE101 - How to Learn New APIs with Stewart Lynch - Part 1E112 - Indie Dev #1 - Dark Noise by Charlie ChapmanE115 - Indie Dev #4 - Making an App Best-in-Class with Jordan MorganRelated LinksApple opens Developer Academy in Detroit to create new career opportunitiesApple Developer Academy | Michigan State UniversityApple Developer Academy at Michigan State University in Detroit – MSU Hub for Innovation in Learning and TechnologyMSU iOS Design Lab – Discover, create, impact.Student applications for 2022-2023 still open!Coding mentor position(s) openSponsorsSwift Remote StudioVirtual Coworking for iOS, Mac, and Swift Developers. The last two years have taken a toll on us all. You may have been feeling isolated while working remotely, but now you can do something about it. Join a growing community of iOS, Mac, and Swift developers, designers, and creators just like you. Help one another out. Get motivated. Create new friendships. Work Together, Swiftly. Enjoy:Virtual CoworkingSilent CoworkingCommunity SpacesJob BoardMember DiscountsCommunity EventsUse the promo code EMPOWER15 will get them 15% off any plan.360iDev - Denver, CO – August 28-31, 2022 (Hybrid)Grand Hyatt DenverThe 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 20% off registration.Show NotesWhat kind of unique skills does the Academy teachHow does it differ from a college class or coding boot campWhat do you think are the most important skills students could learn to participate in the iOS app economyWhat skills do you focus on?codingdesignbusinessWhat are some unique challenges students run into?What do you find to be the most difficult part for students to get started?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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May 1, 2022 • 42min
Server-Driven UI with Mohammad Azam
GuestMohammad Azam (Website)Twitter (@azamsharp)YouTube Channel - azamsharpYoutube Video - https://youtu.be/z5JTfzBX4WMRelated EpisodesCross Platform Comparison with Rob KerrSwift Package Manager Super Powers with Marco EidingerScaling and Security with Jeroen LeenartsMulti-Platform SwiftUI with Malin SundbergUI Design for Developers with Heidi Helen PilypasRelated LinksServer Driven UI Crash Course - iOS, Swift, SwiftUI and NodeJS/ExpressIntroduction to Server Driven UI in iOS, Swift & SwiftUI - Udemy CourseA Deep Dive into Airbnb’s Server-Driven UI System by Ryan BrooksSponsorsSwift Remote StudioVirtual Coworking for iOS, Mac, and Swift Developers. The last two years have taken a toll on us all. You may have been feeling isolated while working remotely, but now you can do something about it. Join a growing community of iOS, Mac, and Swift developers, designers, and creators just like you. Help one another out. Get motivated. Create new friendships. Work Together, Swiftly. Enjoy:Virtual CoworkingSilent CoworkingCommunity SpacesJob BoardMember DiscountsCommunity EventsUse the promo code EMPOWER15 will get them 15% off any plan.AppFiguresThe tools you need to monitor, optimize, and get more downloads.Want Ariel to review your screenshots so you can get more downloads? Submit it here and tune into the live stream on Thursday 5/5 @ 10:30AM EST to see it!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/15b7ff63Submit your app today at:https://fg.rs/ls8fand tune into the live stream here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eb4hs-g_bhYon Thursday 5/5 @ 10:30AM EST to see it!Try 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=empower3030360iDev - Denver, CO – August 28-31, 2022 (Hybrid)Grand Hyatt DenverThe 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 20% off registration.Show NotesWhere Server-Driven UI makes senseHow it helps with Cross-Platform developmentSetting decoding components from the serverMigrating your app to use server-driven UIWhich is easier SwiftUI or UIKitDealing with VersioningSocial 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 18, 2022 • 44min
Xcode Tips with Dominik Hauser
GuestDominik HauserTwitter @dasdomXcode.tipsDominik Hauser's BooksYoutube Video - https://youtu.be/bgDI6HbxeDURelated EpisodesEpisode 119 - Swift Package Manager Super Powers with Marco EidingerEpisode 84 - Automation Fun with Jared SorgeEpisode 77 - Swift Package Index with Sven A. SchmidtEpisode 46 - Developer Community (Part 2) with Dave VerwerEpisode 45 - Developer Community (Part 1) with Dave VerwerEpisode 23 - Modularizing in Xcode with Abbey JacksonRelated LinksWWDC 2018 - Advanced Debugging with Xcode and LLDBSteve Jobs presenting Interface BuilderSourcery ProSourceryHot Reloading in SwiftSwiftGenTuistxcodegenSponsors360iDev - Denver, CO – August 28-31, 2022 (Hybrid)Grand Hyatt DenverThe 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 20% off registration.RiversideThe easiest way to record podcasts and videos in studio quality from anywhere. All from the browser.Continuously uploads everyone’s audio and video during recording to the cloud, so when it ends you can download the files in seconds. Computer crashed or reloaded while in session? The recordings are saved automatically.Local recording up to 4K video resolutionTry it for free today. Use our referral link:https://riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_1&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=empowerappsAppFiguresThe 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=empower3030Show NotesThe importance of learning your toolsThe history of XcodeBest keyboard shortcuts to learnHow to edit code while debuggingApple Watch issuesBest third party tools to augment XcodeSwift Packages and XcodeThe future of Xcode CloudWWDC 2022 Xcode Wish ListSocial 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 5, 2022 • 44min
Swift Package Manager Super Powers with Marco Eidinger
GuestMarco Eidinger (website)Twitter (@MarcoEidinger)iOS Dev UpdatesYoutube Video - https://youtu.be/QY0TPCHXMWARelated EpisodesEpisode 77 - Swift Package Index with Sven A. SchmidtEpisode 46 - Developer Community (Part 2) with Dave VerwerEpisode 45 - Developer Community (Part 1) with Dave VerwerRelated LinksSwift Package Manager: understand resolve, reset and updateXcode 13.3 supports SPM binary dependency in private GitHub releaseLocalized SwiftUI Views in a Swift PackageIntegrate a complex Swift Package into your iOS appAutomate the way you keep up with dependency changes in your Swift PackageThe best registries for your Swift PackageUse Swift Package Manager in your own Swift PackageSwift Package Dependencies Checker - Github Action SponsorsSentryFrom error tracking to performance monitoring, developers can see what actually matters, solve quicker, and learn continuously about their applications - from the frontend to the backend.Source code, error filters, stack locals — Sentry enhances application performance monitoring with stack traces.Quickly identify performance issues before they become downtime. Breadcrumbs make application development a little easier by showing you the trails of events that lead to the error(s).Real-time application monitoring means data, in real-time. Dashboards add a visual element to our application monitoring.Over 1M developers and 80K organizations already ship better software faster with Sentry application monitoring. Check out their great iOS dev docs at:https://docs.sentry.io/platforms/apple/guides/ios?utm_source=empowerapps&utm_medium=paid-podcastSign up today for free at:http://sentry.io/for/ios?utm_source=empowerapps&utm_medium=paid-podcastAppFiguresThe 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=empower3030Show NotesHow Swift Package Manager has improved?Dealing with Binary DependenciesPlugin Support in Swift 5.6Xcode IssuesProper Versioning in SPMSwiftUI and Localization with SPMTargets vs ProductsSetting up for CI SuccessFind Packages for your AppSocial 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 23, 2022 • 36min
Tracking and Performance with Philipp Hofmann
GuestPhilipp Hofmann (@phil__hofmann)Articles on SentryMobile Vitals - Four Metrics Every Mobile Developer Should Care AboutClose the Loop with User FeedbackHow to use Sentry Attachments with Mobile ApplicationsYoutube Video - https://youtu.be/xMm7qR0FBDURelated EpisodesEpisode 40 - Handling Errors Correctly with Jeff KelleyEpisode 110 - Connecting Wirelessly with Gui RamboEpisode 58 - Big Bad Bluetooth with Leah VogelEpisode 109 - Objective-C Today with Graham LeeRelated LinksOptimizing App Launch - WWDC19 - Videos - Apple DeveloperApp Startup Time: Past, Present, and Future - WWDC17 - Videos - Apple DeveloperUltimate application performance survival guide - WWDC21 - Videos - Apple DeveloperProxymanCharlesProxyPostmanOfficial Sentry SDKSentry Community DiscordSponsorsRevenueCatUsing 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.SentryFrom error tracking to performance monitoring, developers can see what actually matters, solve quicker, and learn continuously about their applications - from the frontend to the backend.Source code, error filters, stack locals — Sentry enhances application performance monitoring with stack traces.Quickly identify performance issues before they become downtime. Breadcrumbs make application development a little easier by showing you the trails of events that lead to the error(s).Real-time application monitoring means data, in real-time. Dashboards add a visual element to our application monitoring.Over 1M developers and 80K organizations already ship better software faster with Sentry application monitoring. Check out their great iOS dev docs at:https://docs.sentry.io/platforms/apple/guides/ios?utm_source=empowerapps&utm_medium=paid-podcastSign up today for free at:http://sentry.io/for/ios?utm_source=empowerapps&utm_medium=paid-podcastAppFiguresThe 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=empower3030Show NotesWhat you should track in your appWhen to integrate trackingLinking tracing back-end and front-endTools to help debugHow can managers do to helpAndroid Dev PerspectiveSocial 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 10, 2022 • 40min
Empower Station with Matt Braun
GuestMatt Braun (@mattbraun)Twitter (@mattbraun)SketchParty TVYoutube Video - https://youtu.be/HRfciIxoSMoRelated EpisodesE27 - Media Outreach with Jeff GametE71 - App Dev Stack with Jordan MorganE78 - Apple Silicon Review with Gui RamboE113 - Indie Dev #2 - Tasks by Mustafa YusufRelated LinksMatt's Empower Station TweetLeo's Empower Station SpecsEddy Cue mentions SketchParty TVBuy Hacking with tvOS and build apps and games for Apple TVBeginning Native tvOS Apps | raywenderlich.comSwiftUI on tvOS | raywenderlich.comtvOS Top Shelf Tutorial: Static and Interactive | raywenderlich.comBeginning tvOS Development with TVML Tutorial | raywenderlich.comDisney bought baseball’s tech team to take on NetflixPaper by WeTransferMacStories - SketchParty TV By Federico ViticciCocoaAsyncSocketSponsorsRevenueCatUsing 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.SentryFrom error tracking to performance monitoring, developers can see what actually matters, solve quicker, and learn continuously about their applications - from the frontend to the backend.Source code, error filters, stack locals — Sentry enhances application performance monitoring with stack traces.Quickly identify performance issues before they become downtime. Breadcrumbs make application development a little easier by showing you the trails of events that lead to the error(s).Real-time application monitoring means data, in real-time. Dashboards add a visual element to our application monitoring.Over 1M developers and 80K organizations already ship better software faster with Sentry application monitoring. Check out their great iOS dev docs at:https://docs.sentry.io/platforms/apple/guides/ios?utm_source=empowerapps&utm_medium=paid-podcastSign up today for free at:http://sentry.io/for/ios?utm_source=empowerapps&utm_medium=paid-podcastAppFiguresThe 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=empower3030Show NotesHome Button is here to stayM1 on the iPad AirWhat the Mac Studio MeansLeo's Choice of Configuration Future of Apple TV How the market of the Apple TV worksThe power of being mentioned at an Apple EventTesting Apple TV SoftwareTVML vs UIKit vs SwiftUI on the TVGames on the Apple TVSocial 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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Feb 25, 2022 • 54min
Indie Dev #5 - Knowing Your Market with David Barnard
GuestDavid Barnard (blog)Twitter @drbarnardThe Sub Club PodcastContrastYoutube Video - https://youtu.be/LaCj_Oaw1uoRelated EpisodesE115 - Indie Dev #4 - Making an App Best-in-Class with Jordan MorganE114 - Indie Dev #3 - Focused Work with Michael TigasE113 - Indie Dev #2 - Tasks by Mustafa YusufE112 - Indie Dev #1 - Dark Noise by Charlie ChapmanE104 - In-App Purchases and the StoreKit API with Andy BoedoE68 - App Store Review Guidelines with Paweł MadejE27 - Media Outreach with Jeff GametE26 - App Store Optimization with Ariel MichaeliSub Club - Eric Owens, App Business Brokers — How to Sell Your AppSub Club - Ben Bajarin, Creative Strategies — Quantifying Apple’s Developer Sentiment ProblemSub Club - David Smith, Widgetsmith - Lessons From 50 Million DownloadsSub Club - Ben Thompson, Stratechery - Apple’s App Store ConundrumRelated LinksHow to Game the App StoreRevenueCat - The Ultimate Guide to Subscription Testing on iOSRevenueCat - Managing Cross-Platform SubscriptionsRevenueCat - Subscribers Are Your True Fans RevenueCat - Cashing Out: How to Sell Your AppWhy Amazon Has A Fake Review Problem by CNBCSponsorsRevenueCatUsing 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.SentryFrom error tracking to performance monitoring, developers can see what actually matters, solve quicker, and learn continuously about their applications - from the frontend to the backend.Source code, error filters, stack locals — Sentry enhances application performance monitoring with stack traces.Quickly identify performance issues before they become downtime. Breadcrumbs make application development a little easier by showing you the trails of events that lead to the error(s).Real-time application monitoring means data, in real-time. Dashboards add a visual element to our application monitoring.Over 1M developers and 80K organizations already ship better software faster with Sentry application monitoring. Check out their great iOS dev docs at:https://docs.sentry.io/platforms/apple/guides/ios?utm_source=empowerapps&utm_medium=paid-podcastSign up today for free at:http://sentry.io/for/ios?utm_source=empowerapps&utm_medium=paid-podcastAppFiguresThe 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=empower3030Show NotesDoes not being a developer help?How to check if there's market for your idea?What markets attract “scammy” apps?The Future of App StoreBuilding a Better App StoreBiggest Mistake Indies DoSocial 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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Feb 12, 2022 • 52min
Indie Dev #4 - Making an App Best-in-Class with Jordan Morgan
GuestJordan Morgan - @jordanmorgan10Swiftjective-CA Best-in-Class iOS App - A Five Book SeriesYoutube Video - https://youtu.be/aMBoJDnBuSoRelated EpisodesE111 - Indie Dev #1 - Dark Noise by Charlie ChapmanE27 - Media Outreach with Jeff GametE26 - App Store Optimization with Ariel MichaeliE62 - Local Database Storage on iOS with Aaron DouglasE112 - Indie Dev #2 - Tasks by Mustafa YusufE106 - Mac Dev in 2021 with Daniel JalkutE94 - iPad Development with Adam ShawE71 - App Dev Stack with Jordan MorganE113 - Indie Dev #3 - Focused Work with Michael TigasRelated LinksSpend StackTry out the new SwiftUI Tour in the Buffer betaA New Home for Spend StackDailyios RevenueCat - Cashing Out: How to Sell Your App by David BarnardCan you learn designMicroacquireFlippaSponsorsRevenueCatUsing 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.SentryFrom error tracking to performance monitoring, developers can see what actually matters, solve quicker, and learn continuously about their applications - from the frontend to the backend.Source code, error filters, stack locals — Sentry enhances application performance monitoring with stack traces.Quickly identify performance issues before they become downtime. Breadcrumbs make application development a little easier by showing you the trails of events that lead to the error(s).Real-time application monitoring means data, in real-time. Dashboards add a visual element to our application monitoring.Over 1M developers and 80K organizations already ship better software faster with Sentry application monitoring. Check out their great iOS dev docs at:https://docs.sentry.io/platforms/apple/guides/ios?utm_source=empowerapps&utm_medium=paid-podcastSign up today for free at:http://sentry.io/for/ios?utm_source=empowerapps&utm_medium=paid-podcastAppFiguresThe 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=empower3030Show NotesHow to manage your time as a side gigHow to decide what apps to work onWhy learning about the competition is importantUsing SwiftUI and CloudKit in 2022How getting an acquired worksOn writing his book series - The Best-in-Class iOS AppWhy accessibility is importantCan you learn designWhy you shouldn't start with designWhy you need to be able to describe your app in one sentencePros and cons of low vs high fidelityWhy the tone of your app is importantSocial 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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Jan 30, 2022 • 1h 9min
Indie Dev #3 - Focused Work with Michael Tigas
GuestMichael Tigas (@michael_tigas)Hey I Make AppsLaunching an Indie App SeriesFocused Work AppOchi AppYoutube Video - https://youtu.be/HwC2_dETDFsRelated EpisodesE111 - Indie Dev #1 - Dark Noise by Charlie ChapmanE112 - Indie Dev #2 - Tasks by Mustafa YusufE106 - Mac Dev in 2021 with Daniel JalkutE94 - iPad Development with Adam ShawE71 - App Dev Stack with Jordan MorganRelated LinksPre-Order Ochi Today!Suggested People to Follow by Michael:Jordi Bruin (@jordibruin): Soosee, NaviEmmanuel Crouvisier (@emcro): CardPointersAaron Pearce (@aaron_pearce): HomeCam/Run/Pass/ScanMustafa Yusuf (@mufasaYC): TasksSponsorsSentryFrom error tracking to performance monitoring, developers can see what actually matters, solve quicker, and learn continuously about their applications - from the frontend to the backend.Source code, error filters, stack locals — Sentry enhances application performance monitoring with stack traces.Quickly identify performance issues before they become downtime. Breadcrumbs make application development a little easier by showing you the trails of events that lead to the error(s).Real-time application monitoring means data, in real-time. Dashboards add a visual element to our application monitoring.Over 1M developers and 80K organizations already ship better software faster with Sentry application monitoring. Check out their great iOS dev docs at:https://docs.sentry.io/platforms/apple/guides/ios?utm_source=empowerapps&utm_medium=paid-podcastSign up today for free at:http://sentry.io/for/ios?utm_source=empowerapps&utm_medium=paid-podcastAppFiguresThe 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=empowerappsShow NotesHow to find the "right" ideaUsing Catalyst to migrate Focused Work from iOS to the MacWhat is AppKit Bridging?How to get started designing your appHow to get beta testersHow to build interestHow to decide what APIs and Features to tap intoSocial 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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