Coder Radio

Unlucky 13 | Coder Radio 13

3 September 2012

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 | Coder Radio 12

27 August 2012

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 | Coder Radio 11

20 August 2012

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 | Coder Radio 10

13 August 2012

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 | Coder Radio 9

6 August 2012

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 | Coder Radio 8

30 July 2012

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. And your feedback!

Eat Your Greens | Coder Radio 7

23 July 2012

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! | Coder Radio 6

16 July 2012

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! | Coder Radio 5

9 July 2012

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 | Coder Radio 4

2 July 2012

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 | Coder Radio 3

25 June 2012

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 | Coder Radio 2

18 June 2012

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.

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