Recovering from a heavy cold, sharing a key lesson: when you're sick, give in and rest — fighting it only prolongs recovery and hurts your output. Also a new iOS update to Job Finder Tracker, adding multiple resume support.

Plus, a fun April Fools episode of the Compile Swift podcast revisiting early iPhone OS history.

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Are you really owning your media?

In this episode, I share why I'm ditching streaming services and going back to physical media — DVDs, CDs, and even MP3 players. From music that gets swapped out without your knowledge to digital purchases that just disappear, the illusion of ownership is real. Plus, I'm bringing the cloud home with self-hosted services. Let's talk about taking back control.

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I'm diving into why starting with simple on-screen elements is crucial for app and game development.

On a recent live stream, I worked on my UFO cow-abducting Roguelike using basic cubes and shapes instead of fancy graphics. This approach lets me focus on core features, workflows, and how the game actually feels to play.

Once I validated the concept and mechanics, I started replacing those simple elements with polished assets.

Skip the six-hour button design sessions early on—prioritize functionality first, and you'll be amazed at your progress.