Creating An App - Episode 6 - Design And Accessibility PW podcast

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Catching up from a very busy first quarter this year and then talking about decision fatigue and how that grinds us to a halt if we let it get out of control. You can show your support by buying me a coffee https://peterwitham.com/bmc ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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Dev Log - ProjectHack.net game development this week 8:18

10 weeks ago8:18

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A game development dev log episode discussing my ProjectHack.net game as I start building the version 2 after a long time working on ideas and prototypes. So if you are interested in game development, this is the one for you. ProjectHack.net ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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Creating an app - Episode 8 - The final chapter 13:39

11 weeks ago13:39

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This is the eighth and final episode in a series where I will go through the app creation process. This will be generic enough to cover any kind of application on any platform. The idea is to get you thinking about what you are making and how to go about it in a structured way that should help you reach your goal of completing the app by way of a structured approach to the process. In this episode, We are submitting for review, passing review, and celebrating the journey. Like what you hear? Let me know if this series is something of value by reaching out to me at peterwitham.com or sharing with a friend. If you want to say thank you, you can also buy me a coffee ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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Dev Blog - Oh Technology where is my audio 6:37

12 weeks ago6:37

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I finally have one of those 'lost episodes' where the technology failed me, that and more in this dev blog episode. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

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Creating an app - Episode 7 - Preparing the App page and App Store details 11:04

13 weeks ago11:04

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This is the seventh episode in a series where I will go through the app creation process. This will be generic enough to cover any kind of application on any platform. The idea is to get you thinking about what you are making and how to go about it in a structured way that should help you reach your goal of completing the app by way of a structured approach to the process. In this episode, it is time to get the content together for the Web and App Store pages. For App Stores, there are some requirements that need to me and I will cover those. Here is the episode where I dive into deep detail on Apple App Store listing with examples. Like what you hear? Let me know if this series is something of value by reaching out to me at peterwitham.com or sharing with a friend. If you want to say thank you, you can also buy me a coffee ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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Creating an app - Episode 6 - Design and Accessibility 7:39

14 weeks ago7:39

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This is the sixth episode in a series where I will go through the app creation process. This will be generic enough to cover any kind of application on any platform. The idea is to get you thinking about what you are making and how to go about it in a structured way that should help you reach your goal of completing the app by way of a structured approach to the process. In this episode, designs and accessibility are now the last development part of the cycle to talk about as we head to testing and polishing the app. Like what you hear? Let me know if this series is something of value by reaching out to me at peterwitham.com or sharing with a friend. If you want to say thank you, you can also buy me a coffee ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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Creating an app - Episode 5 - Building the prototypes 11:52

15 weeks ago11:52

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This is the fifth episode in a series where I will go through the app creation process. This will be generic enough to cover any kind of application on any platform. The idea is to get you thinking about what you are making and how to go about it in a structured way that should help you reach your goal of completing the app by way of a structured approach to the process. In this episode, it is time to talk about building prototypes and getting them in the hands of users so they can provide invaluable feedback as you build the application. Like what you hear? Let me know if this series is something of value by reaching out to me at peterwitham.com or sharing with a friend. If you want to say thank you, you can also buy me a coffee ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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Creating an app - Episode 4 - Choosing build tools 11:53

16 weeks ago11:53

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This is the fourth episode in a series where I will go through the app creation process. This will be generic enough to cover any kind of application on any platform. The idea is to get you thinking about what you are making and how to go about it in a structured way that should help you reach your goal of completing the app by way of a structured approach to the process. In this episode, I discuss the choices and decisions you need to make to start building the application. There are many options available today and it can be overwhelming. A couple of questions to ask you self as I discuss the pros and cons of going with native technologies or cross-platform options. Like what you hear? Let me know if this series is something of value by reaching out to me at peterwitham.com or sharing with a friend. If you want to say thank you, you can also buy me a coffee ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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Creating an app - Episode 3 - Designing basic views and flows 8:13

17 weeks ago8:13

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This is the third episode in a series where I will go through the app creation process. This will be generic enough to cover any kind of application on any platform. The idea is to get you thinking about what you are making and how to go about it in a structured way that should help you reach your goal of completing the app by way of a structured approach to the process. In this episode, I discuss how to start thinking about the app views. Nothing fancy, at this stage we just want to have some basic line drawings of each screen so we can start to get a feel for the application from the users perspective. This also leads into considering the application flow and experience while using the app. (00:00) - Introduction (07:34) - Buy me a coffee Mockup on AppStore Like what you hear? Let me know if this series is something of value by reaching out to me at peterwitham.com or sharing with a friend. If you want to say thank you, you can also buy me a coffee ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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Creating an app - Episode 2 - Identifying the right platforms 5:48

18 weeks ago5:48

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This is the second episode in a series where I will go through the app creation process. This will be generic enough to cover any kind of application on any platform. The idea is to get you thinking about what you are making and how to go about it in a structured way that should help you reach your goal of completing the app by way of a structured approach to the process. In this episode, I discuss identifying the platforms that will work best for your application based on the features and users. (00:00) - Introduction Like what you hear? Let me know if this series is something of value by reaching out to me at peterwitham.com or sharing with a friend. If you want to say thank you, you can also buy me a coffee ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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Creating an app - Episode 1 - Identify the idea and typical user 10:28

19 weeks ago10:28

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This is the first episode in a series where I will go through the app creation process. This will be generic enough to cover any kind of application on any platform. The idea is to get you thinking about what you are making and how to go about it in a structured way that should help you reach your goal of completing the app by way of a structured approach to the process. There are many different steps to think about, it is not just "I have an idea, let's start coding". In this episode, I discuss having an idea and identifying a user of the app along with a loose timeline for creation. You do not have to be a programmer for this series, I will rarely discuss code in favor of everything else you need to consider and plan. Maybe you are a product or marketing person with an idea that you need to convey to a development team. (00:00) - Introduction (01:18) - Have an idea (03:18) - What does the app do? (04:22) - Who is it for? (05:58) - Define a timeline (09:41) - Reachout Like what you hear? Let me know if this series is something of value by reaching out to me at peterwitham.com or sharing with a friend. If you want to say thank you, you can also buy me a coffee ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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Breaking old projects with updates 5:52

25 weeks ago5:52

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I share a cautionary tale about revisiting and updating old projects with new software. I discuss the pitfalls of using the latest versions of tools on older projects and recount my experience with a game engine and coding tools. I emphasize the importance of source control and provide updates on my current projects, including a new feature for my Job Finder Tracker app, which is in testing. I also touch on the marketing challenges and my plans for future releases. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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Some thoughts on schedules and escaping the calendar for mental health 5:16

27 weeks ago5:16

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In this episode of the PW Podcast, I delve into the importance of breaking free from rigid schedules and calendars, particularly on weekends. Whether you have a full-time job, regular meetings, or commitments, constantly checking a calendar can lead to anxiety. I share my personal experiences with needing time away from structured planning to recharge and maintain productivity mentally. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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Changing perceptions in a digital World 5:08

31 weeks ago5:08

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In this episode of the PW Podcast, I discuss an interesting video I watched (the link is unfortunately missing) that highlights people's reactions to using traditional tools like pen and paper in public. I delve into the absurdity of how a camera or a notepad can draw more suspicion than a phone in today's world. I reflect on my experiences and encourage you to share your thoughts on this topic. Reach out through PeterWitham.com or leave a review! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★…

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Keeping Your Podcast Alive Through Tough Times 6:13

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