twostraws

twostraws, 10 days ago to random

Today's Hacking with Swift+ live stream starts in three hours! A small spoiler: 🥧 🙂 https://www.hackingwithswift.com/plus

twostraws, 10 days ago to random

I just sent out this month's Hacking with Swift newsletter, with the latest announcements for HWS+, book discounts, news from friends, and more. Get it delivered to your inbox every month here: https://twostraws.gumroad.com/subscribe

twostraws, 11 days ago to random

The most dangerous thing about ChatGPT is how utterly certain it is.

twostraws, 12 days ago to random

In case you haven't yet made firm plans for #WWDC24, there are now events taking place from Saturday 8th through to Friday 14th, many of which are free to attend. It's going to be a blast! 🙌 We're tracking them all here: https://github.com/twostraws/wwdc

twostraws, 13 days ago to random

If you, like me, really disliked the glow / blooming on the M1/M2 iPad Pro display, you’ll be pleased to know it’s gone in the M4 🙌 I’m not sure how much it will be visible, but here’s a side by side comparison of new and old.

twostraws, 13 days ago to random

First words holding the M4 iPad Pro: “holy **** that’s thin.”

Second words, half a minute later: “that’s just absurdly thin.”

Third words, another half a minute later: “the new Magic Keyboard is so much nicer!” Thinner, lighter, better materials 🤩

This is a big upgrade 👍

twostraws, 14 days ago to random

Tomorrow @mikaela__caron and I record the next episode of @swiftovercoffee, and we want your views on our next open ballot: is Swift Evolution working? Is it going in the right direction, do you follow along, do you discuss features in review? Let us know by replying below 👇

twostraws, 14 days ago to random

Hacking with Swift+ subscribers: I started a new series of videos called "Learn something new". Each weekly installment picks an interesting Swift topic to dive into, either explaining how it works, or giving you tips for using it effectively. First one: https://www.hackingwithswift.com/plus/learn-something-new/using-codable-with-protocols

twostraws, 20 days ago to random

It took me longer than I would have liked, but I've just finished updating the GitHub repository for Hacking with iOS, so all 19 of the #100DaysOfSwiftUI projects are now targeting iOS 17, matching the tutorials. Apologies for the delay! https://github.com/twostraws/HackingWithSwift

twostraws, 22 days ago to random

I'm having an "I want to throw my Mac out of the window" kind of day. I hope yours is going better 😅

twostraws, 24 days ago to random

@superbetsy In case you haven’t seen it, I feel like this might be the perfect Betsy meme.

twostraws, 28 days ago to random

Once you discover Japanese stationery, it’s very hard to ever go back.

twostraws, 1 month ago to random

The next Hacking with Swift+ live stream takes place in exactly 24 hours! I'll be showing you how to build a website in Swift using my new Ignite framework – it's going to be a lot of fun 😎 https://www.hackingwithswift.com/plus

twostraws, 1 month ago to random

Tomorrow @mikaelacaron and I are recording the next episode of @swiftovercoffee, and we'd love your input on our next open ballot: with WWDC just two months away, how are you preparing your apps for the inevitable next iOS release that's coming? Reply with your answer! 🙌

twostraws, 1 month ago to random

My grandmother passed away today. I feel so privileged to have known her, and for my children – her great-grandchildren! – to have known her too. 98 is a fantastic age, and I’ll always remember her love and kindness ❤️

twostraws, 1 month ago to random

Another batch of #WWDC24 invites went out last night, and if you're lucky enough to get one please make sure you RSVP for the Special Event at Apple Park, and also pick a slot for the Tuesday event at the Cupertino developer center – I think space is running low on the latter!

twostraws, 1 month ago to random

Today my only goal was to reply to emails, and I managed to get through 150 of them. Tomorrow the goal is the same, and if I manage the same number I’ll be very pleased. So… many… emails…

twostraws, 1 month ago to random

Hacking with macOS has just been updated for macOS 14 – SwiftData is in place, plus the new MapKit API, and lots of cleanups for API improvements in Sonoma and Xcode 15. Free for everyone who bought the book or the Swift Platform Pack! ✨ https://www.hackingwithswift.com/store/hacking-with-macos

twostraws, 1 month ago to random

NEW: What it’s like attending WWDC in Cupertino. See exactly how my week unfolds at the Apple Park special event, going to community meet ups, and more. Hopefully this answers all your questions and gives you some fun behind the scenes tips! https://youtu.be/SneL19Jp1iE

twostraws, 1 month ago to random

So many folks are planning a trip to Cupertino for #WWDC24, either to attend the Apple Park event or to come to some of the many community events. I keep seeing people asking what it's like there during the week, and tomorrow I'll be answering exactly that in a new video 🙂

twostraws, 1 month ago to random

I had to reshoot a couple of videos to make improvements, but I just emailed everyone who bought Hacking with iOS or the Swift Power Pack to say that their purchase has been updated with the new tutorials for iOS 17 – SwiftData, Observable, and more. 23 hours of video! 🤯

twostraws, 1 month ago to random

I’ve finally found time to watch Our Flag Means Death, and it’s so good 🥹

twostraws, 1 month ago to random

Boom! I got a golden ticket for the #WWDC24 special event at Apple Park! 🤩 Check your inboxes, folks – see you there? 💫

twostraws, 1 month ago to random

It’s 11:47am and I’ve already had enough of today. I’m going to have a nap, then make some tea, and start again in 90 minutes. Fingers crossed that works…

twostraws, 1 month ago to random

I had a really nasty ankle injury in October last year, so I’m glad to be moving again. Now to get back into some kind of gym routine!