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Pining for Tux | CR 54

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 11:29:24 -0700

Mike and Chris discuss the tough choices that have to be made when the hardware or software you depend on, is killed by the creator.

Plus a few more thoughts on the OUYA, the PS4 impresses but Mike’s cautious, your emails, and much more!

The Tribe Has Spoken | CR 53

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 12:08:56 -0700

Mike and Chris struggle with pragmatism taking a backseat to tribalism. They discuss how the culture of the Toolchain warrior is leading to short term choices.

Plus a your feedback, a practical MVC chat, and why sometimes a little magic code is the right solution.

52 Commits | CR 52

Mon, 03 Jun 2013 11:58:03 -0700

Mike and Chris chat about Firefox OS’s big boost, and how things could be starting to get very interesting for mobile and HTML5 developers. Then debate if Canonical is surrendering the desktop war.

Plus Mike reviews his new HTC One, your emails, and more!

Living Room Brawl | CR 51

Mon, 27 May 2013 11:52:43 -0700

Mike’s had his Ouya for a couple weeks and shares his review, plus Microsoft announces the Xbox One but the developer situation seems a bit murky.

Meanwhile Chris suspects the world is ignoring the big chances Apple could dominate the living in just a few minutes, with the push of some bits.

Plus picking the right language for an open source project, Openshift v Heroku, and thoughts on the future of Go.

Me Oh My I/O! | CR 50

Mon, 20 May 2013 16:37:05 -0700

Google I/O has wrapped up and the guys have two very different takeaways. Has Google addressed our pleas from episode 49, or did we only see half the answer from I/O? Mike and Chris debate.

Plus: How Google’s focus on G+ could be great for developers, the new guy challenge, and a batch of your emails!

Google I/O Wish List | CR 49

Mon, 13 May 2013 12:15:40 -0700

What we’d like to see come out of Google I/O, and the real changes they need to make to boost Android development to the next level. We’ve got our list, and we’re checking it twice.

Plus is there such a thing as a VPS on the cheap? The real improvements Apple needs to make in iOS 7, your feedback and more!

Calling all Coders | CR 48

Mon, 06 May 2013 12:16:55 -0700

We open the lines and take live calls. From billing for your time, java, FirefoxOS, and more, Mike and Chris answer questions and help solve your problems!

Plus: Mike releases a new app, Chris get’s grumpy about Ubuntu, and your emails!

Conference Blues | CR 47

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 11:46:48 -0700

Is it time to reboot the big development conferences? We contrast WWDC to a community focused event like LinuxFest Northwest and attempt to answer the value question behind the larger conferences, why pressing the flesh can be important, and if Google Hangouts can be part of the solution.

Plus working from home tricks, making the switch from a 9-5 job to contracting, the start of the great app exit, and does using Chrome make you against the free web?

Payola Problems | CR 46

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 13:27:17 -0700

A leaked email blows the lid off App store payola practices, Mike lays out why this is a major issue that undermines the future of the software industry.

Plus getting in the zone to do your best work, breaking the bad news to your boss or client about their bad code, and the 25% problem.

Great App Recession | CR 45

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 11:49:45 -0700

Things get real this episode as the guys look at the market pressures that are creating the conditions for a console like the Ouya, and it’s discounted software titles. Plus Mike’s results from playing the “free” game.

Plus observations from the shuttering of LucasArts, and the drama of an always on future, your questions, and much more!

Browser War 2.0 | CR 44

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 12:35:15 -0700

Blink a new fork of Webkit announced by Google looks to reignite the age old browser war, but this time around Mike and Chris think it’s only going to hurt developers, support personnel, and end users.

Plus the return of a notorious patent troll, and you won’t believe what they are claiming this time. Betting on the OUYA, a big batch of your emails, and much more!

Risky Business | CR 43

Mon, 01 Apr 2013 12:05:38 -0700

The Play Framework has been on Mike’s mind a lot recently. Also known as JavaPlay, an easy way to build web applications with Java and Scala. This week Mike shares what started out as a grand idea, but developed into a major reboot and overhaul of the project.

And why in the end, no matter what platform, software stack, or store you choose or avoid is always a risky choice.

Plus: How to bounce back from burnout, find new motivation, and get started.

License to Kill | CR 42

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 12:04:19 -0700

Mike and Chris contemplate how to gracefully killer a project, end a contract, or quit a job. Then they debate the merits of Google killing Reader, the challenges of Android, and reservations about open sourcing your code.

And much more, on this week’s Coder Radio!

Killer Chrome | CR 41

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 12:07:13 -0700

Google shuffles the head of Android to a new role, folding Android under the Chrome division. We take live calls and speculate on the long-term possible transition from Android to ChromeOS, how it would impact developers and how the transition could be accomplished.

Plus rumor has it Windows Phone 8 will lose support in July 2014, and the dark cloud of uncertainty around the struggling platform this creates.

Then the hard choice when developing for desktop Linux, the Samsung problem, and much more!

Xamarin Warrior Princess | CR 40

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 12:14:27 -0700

We question the real purpose of Xamarin’s recent initiatives, the likely and unfortunate outcome of alternative mobile operating systems, and pontificate on HTML5′s continued growth.

Plus: A little more on logging, some of our favorite accessories, and a plea for your calls next week!

Captain’s Log | CR 39

Mon, 04 Mar 2013 13:41:30 -0800

You know you need to do it, and today Mike tries to convince you. At a minimum errors need to be logged with enough information to point to the line of code, but where do you go from there? Slogging through bug reports, pulling important metrics, and a few bumps and bruises.

Plus: The inventory problem developers face, some forgotten glory, defending Yahoo, a batch of your feedback and more!

Office Hours | CR 38

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 11:49:55 -0800

Yahoo disappoints Mike and Chris with their high-profile announcement that all remote workers must return to their cubes. We’ll get into why this encourages a culture of “B-Players”, and serves as a disservice to the entire industry.

Plus the awkward gadget habit our jobs can force us to have, the possibilities Sony’s PS4 could present indie game devs, an honest look at the Chrome Pixel, and much more!

Gandalf the Whiteboard | CR 37

Mon, 18 Feb 2013 11:52:31 -0800

From text editors and compilers to Project management tools Mike shares his toolchain for getting projects done.

But we start with fending off the trolls, trouncing Chris over the OYUA, and struggling with nuances of an open sources ASP.NET.

Plus defending a dev underfire for speaking his mind, and we answer a batch of your emails.

Off the Rails | CR 36

Mon, 11 Feb 2013 12:15:01 -0800

Mike and Chris discuss Mike moving away from Rails and just what the Hell has happened to Rails in the past few years. If you are running or supporting an older Rails site, this is a must listen!

Plus Chris changes his tune a bit on the OUYA, Mike has some thoughts on Java Play, and we answer your emails!

R.I.P. XNA | CR 35

Mon, 04 Feb 2013 12:07:06 -0800

Microsoft leaves developers in a lurch with the death of XNA, Blackberry 10’s early results look promising, Microsoft won’t admit they’re an Enterprise company, and the mixed message the Surface Pro sends developers.

Plus the Python vs Ruby debate is finally settled, Mike publicly admits his chicken habit, and we answer audience questions.

GitHub Calls You Stupid | CR 34

Mon, 28 Jan 2013 12:14:11 -0800

The guys attempt to answer when to sunset a project, Github calls you stupid, and is depending on other software that can’t last forever simply kicking the can down the road?

Plus taking on too many projects at once, your feedback, Mike’s pick of the week, and more!

Just Ship | CR 33

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 11:58:28 -0800

When is the time right to launch your project? Mike and Chris discuss how understanding your market can be key to answering that question, building a community, advertising, and when to just ship it.

Plus: Things to tell your IT guy, QA war stories, and a batch of your feedback!

Monday Morning Java | CR 32

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 11:54:57 -0800

Mike’s got Java on his mind this week, and takes issue with the recent coverage it’s been receiving, and and offers some perspective.

Google allows developers to reply to bad reviews, is this the start of a major rage train? And the really good news for Qt, new challenges for monetization, and the depressing sales numbers in the Ubuntu Software Center.

Plus: Lots of great feedback, and much more!

Developing for Ubuntu Phone | CR 31

Mon, 07 Jan 2013 11:36:46 -0800

Ubuntu for Phones holds a lot of promise, but so many glaring questions remain for developers. Can the choice of a powerful toolkit, and a small passionate community really break this new OS into the mobile market? We debate that, answer your emails…

AND MORE!

The Road Ahead | CR 30

Mon, 31 Dec 2012 13:47:06 -0800

Mike’s got his hands on some new Windows RT devices, and shares his thoughts, challenges, and hopes.

Plus we discuss the Super Meat Boy vs Canonical drama, share our predictions for what’s to come in 2013, and answer some emails.

Indie Games Special | CR 29

Sun, 23 Dec 2012 18:22:51 -0800

It’s our favorite indie games from the last couple years. Plus the big shake up the Steam Box could bring to the market, if Valve is crushing the Ouya, and why Microsoft and Sony will be forced to adapt.

Plus realistic funding for Indie devs, the new idea of success, and much more!

Few of Our Favorite Things | CR 28

Mon, 17 Dec 2012 11:54:28 -0800

Mike and Chris discuss their favorite things from 2012. And do developers really need monster rigs to get their jobs done? Plus our thoughts on Github vs code.google.com, the XPS 13…

And more!

HTML4++ | CR 27

Mon, 10 Dec 2012 12:31:26 -0800

HTML5 went big in 2012, but how are things looking for 2013? With some high profile moves away from HTML5, is the Internet’s darling fading or just getting started?

Plus where to start with game design, playing the app store game, and do we hate Firefox?

And much more on this week’s Coder Radio.

2012: Too Scared to Touch | CR 26

Mon, 03 Dec 2012 12:42:38 -0800

Mike and Chris take a retrospective look at mobile in 2012, the good, the bad, and the really bad. Plus we promise Mike doesn’t hate Java, online learning, a bunch of your emails…

And so much more!

The C++ is Alive | CR 25

Mon, 26 Nov 2012 11:51:43 -0800

After some delay our C++ Renaissance episode arrives! But did C++ really fade away? Plus Mike and Chris discuss the various use cases for C++ and the surge of Objective-C.

Plus does posting publicly about software bugs make us haters? Setting expectations, the year of Qt, and more on this week’s Coder Radio!

Lies++ | CR 24

Mon, 19 Nov 2012 12:13:50 -0800

Mike and Chris debate if proprietary software holds the industry and platforms behind at the benefit of an individual, or a group of individuals.

And the practical fallout from the outings of Sinofsky from Microsoft, Forstall from Apple, and the lead Compiz developer from Canonical.

Plus your feedback, a solid C++ tease, and much more!

We Lied About the Title | CR 23

Mon, 12 Nov 2012 12:47:18 -0800

Mike and Chris discuss if sticking to the same job makes you utterly irrelevant, or uniquely positioned for future challenges, the twitter hammer has dropped, and we tackle the topic that was too hot for The Linux Action Show!

Plus some great feedback, the great Orca meltdown, more thoughts on the Ubuntu SDK, and the flexibility of Python!

Callback Coders | CR 22

Mon, 05 Nov 2012 12:03:12 -0800

We discuss if developers get trapped in callback hell, the role of Javascript on the desktop, Android’s birthday, Windows 8’s potential, and the Ubuntu SDK!

Plus a batch of your feedback and much more!

Like a Hurricane | CR 21

Mon, 29 Oct 2012 12:32:11 -0700

Mike and Chris discuss the value and challenges of owning and supporting the infrastructure your project depends on vs. using popular cloud hosting services.

Plus is the Microsoft Surface an ideal platform for independent developers, or is it just too far behind the iPad to matter? We discuss that, Google’s App Engine outage, and much more!

The Modest Rockstar | CR 20

Mon, 22 Oct 2012 13:04:30 -0700

Chris, Mike, and special guest Ben Morse take a look at startup life and everything that comes with it.

Process Them! | CR 19

Mon, 15 Oct 2012 12:03:36 -0700

Sometimes we need a little process to get the job done. Mike and Chris discuss the challenges of getting things done your own way, while adapting to the needs of the job, or the project.

Plus practical advice on building a better workflow can naturally lead to better communication, and setting proper expectations.

The Javascript Problem | CR 18

Mon, 08 Oct 2012 12:36:36 -0700

Mike and Chris take a walk down a dangerous and controversial road — the state of Javascript in modern web development.

Plus a frank look at TypeScript, blaming developers, your emails, and much more.

Focus | CR 17

Mon, 01 Oct 2012 13:31:38 -0700

On heels of our discussion of burnout Chris and MIke discuss a lead cause of burnout: a lack of focus. For developers, focus can mean a lot different things: raw concentration, choosing a single platform, or sticking with a project even when the grass looks a whole lot greener elsewhere.

Burn Baby Burnout | CR 16

Mon, 24 Sep 2012 12:30:01 -0700

Mike and Chris tackle the challenges of burnout, the signs of approaching discontent, the issues that can aggravate it, and what you can do to combat burnout and get back to work.

Plus we answer some of your questions, ask if its no big deal that iOS 6 is more evolution than revolution, and much more!

iSad | CR 15

Mon, 17 Sep 2012 12:51:45 -0700

Chris and Mike take a look at joining an open source project, the formerly brown Ubuntu as a developer platform. Dell is getting ready to launch Sputnik, but should you jump on board or take a big old bite of a Macintosh?

Plus should the release of the iPhone 5 and the Lumia 920 turn developer heads?

The B Team | CR 14

Mon, 10 Sep 2012 12:48:42 -0700

Mike and Chris discuss the recent Amazon Kindle Fire and Windows Phone 8 announcements and how they affect your development work.

We also discuss your feedback and Mike’s epic coffee fail, and some great new audience apps.

Unlucky 13 | CR 13

Mon, 03 Sep 2012 13:46:12 -0700

Michael and Chris discuss what to do when things go wrong. When should you abandon ship? When should you try to land your project in the Hudson?

Plus: Java’s had a bad week, but are we overlooking it’s positive aspects?

For the Love of the Game | CR 12

Mon, 27 Aug 2012 12:13:47 -0700

Michael and Chris discuss the state of XNA, different options when entering the game market, the basics you need to think about, and a bit of a reality check.

Plus – Should everyone start with C? And much more of your feedback!

Outrageous Fortune | CR 11

Mon, 20 Aug 2012 13:30:17 -0700

As Yoda would say — “Always in motion the future is”. Change is a fact of life and a fact of software development. It’s great to be the one driving change, but what happens when change seems to be driving you?

This week’s all about gritting your teeth and hanging on.

Yes Virginia, Worse is Better | CR 10

Mon, 13 Aug 2012 13:14:36 -0700

As much as we might like to have different fully native applications for every platform we target — that can be more than a little inefficient not to mention expensive.

This episode is all about compromise.

Development Bootcamp for CS Grads | CR 09

Mon, 06 Aug 2012 13:13:41 -0700

By popular demand we have specially tailored an episode for fresh computer scientists who are about to enter the development arena. Things are different here, but if you follow some simple guidelines, you’ll have a much better time started out.

This episode is all about those little things academia forgot.

The Dream is a Lie | CR 08

Mon, 30 Jul 2012 12:26:54 -0700

Many of us have at some point dreamed of uploading an app or launching a web-service and becoming fabulously wealthy. For the most part we are all sadly mistaken.

This episode is all about dashing dreams and facing the biting wind of reality.

Eat Your Greens | CR 07

Mon, 23 Jul 2012 13:11:01 -0700

Sometimes doing the things you hate to do, is exactly what you need to do. From working with designers, pushing your clients for extra security, and taking needed time off.

This episode is all about why you need to do the things, you don’t want to do!

20,000 Leagues Under Java! | CR 06

Mon, 16 Jul 2012 12:08:33 -0700

Michael and Chris discuss the current state of lower level development, using C and other low level languages as a window into the deepest parts of software development.

Plus your great feedback, and more!

To the Cloud Alice! | CR 05

Mon, 09 Jul 2012 12:58:35 -0700

Michael and Chris discuss developing on and for the cloud. The risks and advantages therein, and the lessons we’ve learned.

Plus your great feedback, Apple’s DRM problem that lead to app crashes, and some thoughts on the Google Computer Engine.

And More!

Summer of Google | CR 04

Mon, 02 Jul 2012 13:03:30 -0700

Michael and Chris cover the Android and Android related items from Google IO.

Plus: we update you on the Jupiter Broadcasting app’s progress, and share a handy developer tool!

JavaScript != Assembly | CR 03

Mon, 25 Jun 2012 12:26:52 -0700

Some have called JavaScript the “Assembly Language for the Web”. Is this an insane argument, or is there some truth that we should acknowledge?

Plus we lay down the first blocks in our new open source Jupiter Broadcasting community app.

Then Michael shares a great tool for beginners or longtimers looking to refresh their skills.

And we’ve got a big patch of your feedback, and much more!

WWDC Fallout | CR 02

Mon, 18 Jun 2012 12:45:08 -0700

Michael and Chris cover the items from WWDC that they think developers will be impacted by, discuss the Facebook pressure, and reflect on hardware updates announced.

Plus your love for HTML5, the beginnings of a Jupiter Broadcasting app, what programming languages / platforms are best for a beginner to learn for the purpose of getting a job.

Gateways to Programming | CR 01

Mon, 11 Jun 2012 12:54:43 -0700

Michael and Chris introduce our new weekly software development podcast. We start with a look at ways beginners can get started with development.

Plus we chat about the issues new developers face entering a market dominated by App stores.

Then – How platform vendors are feeling the need to reclaim greater control from developers.

Pardon our Dust

Sat, 09 Jun 2012 11:40:57 -0700

A weekly talk show taking a pragmatic look at the art and business of software development and related technologies.

Primers LIVE June 11th 2012 at 9am PDT / Noon EDT. Available for download early June 12th!