Merge Conflict

This week we take a look at how we design mobile applications based on your questions from Twitter. We discuss designing for multiple platforms including the choice to design for the platform or use a custom app design. What are users expecting from the operating system they are using and how have we adapted our apps over the years to make our users happy? Links & Show Notes Material Design Guidelines Material Up Frank: Twitter, Blog, GitHub James: Twitter, Blog, GitHub Music : Amethyst Seer - Citrine by Adventureface Subscribe iTunes Google Play Music Stitcher Pocket Casts Overcast Sponsored By: Bitrise: Continuous Integration and Delivery for your mobile apps. Receive $25 off a Pro. Promo Code: RESOLVE-CONFLICT

We seem to be addicted to refactoring code, but what about checking in on CPU and Memory performance and usage with profiling? This week we take a look at the desktop and mobile tools available to developers to diagnose their applications and code to fully optimize them on the different platforms. Sponsor Bitrise: Continuous Integration and Delivery for your mobile apps. Receive $25 off a Pro plan when you visit bitrise.io/mergeconflict and use promo code RESOLVE-CONFLICT Links & Show Notes Xamarin Profiler Video on Channel 9 Xamarin Profiler Android Device Monitor Frank: Twitter, Blog, GitHub James: Twitter, Blog, GitHub Music : Amethyst Seer - Citrine by Adventureface Subscribe iTunes Google Play Music Stitcher Pocket Casts Overcast Merge Conflict may make commission from affiliate linksSponsored By: Bitrise: Continuous Integration and Delivery for your mobile apps. Receive $25 off a Pro. Promo Code: RESOLVE-CONFLICT

It is lightning talk week on Merge Conflict as we cover six different development topics in under thirty minutes. Each topic gets just five minutes of back and forth debate before moving on to the next. This week's topics include the recent Connect(); event, .NET Standard Libraries, Xamarin.Mac, Mobile Market Share, Git, and more. While Frank and James picked a few of the topics, many are from you our listeners who have been tweeting at us about what you want to hear. Get ready for fast paced development fun on this week's Merge Conflict. Sponsor Bitrise: Continuous Integration and Delivery for your mobile apps. Receive $25 off a Pro plan when you visit bitrise.io/mergeconflict and use promo code RESOLVE-CONFLICT Links & Show Notes DJI Mavic Pro Drone Connect(); Xamarin Videos VS for Mac Xamarin.Mac for Xamarin.Forms Mobile Market Share Frank: Twitter, Blog, GitHub James: Twitter, Blog, GitHub Music : Amethyst Seer - Citrine by Adventureface Subscribe iTunes Google Play Music Stitcher Pocket Casts Overcast Merge Conflict may make commission from affiliate linksSponsored By: Bitrise: Continuous Integration and Delivery for your mobile apps. Receive $25 off a Pro. Promo Code: RESOLVE-CONFLICT

James has gone and purchased a Google Home and now thinks he can fully automate his entire house, but can he wrap his developer mind around the new world of IoT in his home and get it all playing together? With so many devices and so many APIs where do you even begin when you want to automate your house and what happens when things don't work as expected? Can Frank help James create the world's smartest apartment? Find out in this week's show. Sponsor Bitrise: Continuous Integration and Delivery for your mobile apps. Receive $25 off a Pro plan when you visit bitrise.io/mergeconflict and use promo code RESOLVE-CONFLICT Links & Show Notes Amazon Echo Google Home Nest Security Camera Smart Things Ian Mercer: World's Smarest Home James Clancey's Rosie Library Homeboy: Insteon Control App Frank: Twitter, Blog, GitHub James: Twitter, Blog, GitHub Music : Amethyst Seer - Citrine by Adventureface Subscribe iTunes Google Play Music Stitcher Pocket Casts Overcast Merge Conflict may make commission from affiliate linksSponsored By: Bitrise: Continuous Integration and Delivery for your mobile apps. Receive $25 off a Pro. Promo Code: RESOLVE-CONFLICT

Users and developers are overwhelmed with options to monetize their mobile applications. With so many strategies, how do you know what to pick and what will work for your apps? James recently when through the tough choice between creating a paid app, using in app purchases, or just shoving ads into his latest app. This week we discuss all the options that have worked and what haven't worked in the world of monetization. Sponsor Bitrise: Continuous Integration and Delivery for your mobile apps. Receive $25 off a Pro plan when you visit bitrise.io/mergeconflict and use promo code RESOLVE-CONFLICT Links & Show Notes Frank: Twitter, Blog, GitHub James: Twitter, Blog, GitHub Music : Amethyst Seer - Citrine by Adventureface Subscribe iTunes Google Play Music Stitcher Pocket Casts Overcast Merge Conflict may make commission from affiliate linksSponsored By: Bitrise: Continuous Integration and Delivery for your mobile apps. Receive $25 off a Pro. Promo Code: RESOLVE-CONFLICT

Frank is off to deliver a technical presentation in London and James is here to help with his Tips and Tricks on presenting code. We have a lively discussion about submitting, accepting, and actually delivering the technical presentation including some do's and don'ts. We take a look at IDE setup, slides, topics, fonts, and about a hundred other things to consider when you step up on stage. Sponsor Bitrise: Continuous Integration and Delivery for your mobile apps. Receive $25 off a Pro plan when you visit bitrise.io/mergeconflict and use promo code RESOLVE-CONFLICT Links & Show Notes James' How To Deliver a Great Technical Presentation Blog Frank: Twitter, Blog, GitHub James: Twitter, Blog, GitHub Music : Amethyst Seer - Citrine by Adventureface Subscribe iTunes Google Play Music Stitcher Pocket Casts Overcast Merge Conflict may make commission from affiliate linksSponsored By: Bitrise: Continuous Integration and Delivery for your mobile apps. Receive $25 off a Pro. Promo Code: RESOLVE-CONFLICT

Nintendo has announced Switch, their new hybrid portable game console. What does this mean for mobile games, what are the opportunities for developers, and where to get started? We take an in depth look and pick apart Nintendo's new console and the current state of mobile gaming accessories. Finally, we attempt to figure out if the mobile industry will ever standardize on a real controller to revolutionize the TV with Apple and Android TV. Links & Show Notes Nintendo Switch Apple TV Nvidia Shield Frank: Twitter, Blog, GitHub James: Twitter, Blog, GitHub Music : Amethyst Seer - Citrine by Adventureface Subscribe iTunes Google Play Music Stitcher Pocket Casts Overcast

Bots are the new conversational user interface that integrates with the most popular apps that we use. This week we discuss where to start, what options are available and what is the future? Whether it is a cross platform bot framework or something specific to Google, Apple, or Amazon hardware there is surely something for everyone. Links & Show Notes Amazon Echo Alexa API Google Assistant Facebook Microsoft Bot Framework Frank: Twitter, Blog, GitHub James: Twitter, Blog, GitHub Music : Amethyst Seer - Citrine by Adventureface Subscribe iTunes Google Play Music Stitcher Pocket Casts Overcast

This week Frank and James stumble into a whole new world of virtual reality with new devices, SDKs, and a whole lot of fun. Virtual Reality is becoming much more interactive with motion tracking devices introduced with the HTC Vive and new controllers coming to Playstation VR, Oculus, and Google VR (Daydream). We take a look at the transformation of the industry and what is next for developers whether it is on a smart phone or a dedicated device. Links & Show Notes Google RV/Daydream Aztez HTC Vive Frank: Twitter, Blog, GitHub James: Twitter, Blog, GitHub Music : Amethyst Seer - Citrine by Adventureface Subscribe iTunes Google Play Music Stitcher Pocket Casts Overcast

Let's be honest, no one writes perfect code and those sneaky bugs find their way in. Frank and James take a look at mitigating and managing bugs and how to properly get feedback from their users. What can be added into your application to notify users when bugs are fixed and what can be added to help provide feedback to you when something goes wrong? Let's squash those bugs on this week's Merge Conflict. Links & Show Notes Frank: Twitter, Blog, GitHub James: Twitter, Blog, GitHub Music : Amethyst Seer - Citrine by Adventureface Subscribe iTunes Google Play Music Stitcher Pocket Casts Overcast

It is new OS season, the best time of year and yet the worst time of year. This week we cover how we survive and preparing for the end of beta summer. We take a look at what steps we take to prepare for the latest releases including when to update machines, update apps, and when is the right time to actually add new features. Links & Show Notes Android N APIs iOS 10 APIs Appveyor Visual Studio Team Services Frank: Twitter, Blog, GitHub James: Twitter, Blog, GitHub Music : Amethyst Seer - Citrine by Adventureface Subscribe iTunes Google Play Music Stitcher Pocket Casts Overcast

It is lightning talk week on Merge Conflict as we cover six different development topics in under thirty minutes. Each topic gets just five minutes of back and forth debate before moving on to the next. This week's topics include markdown, asynchronous programming, hardware and software setup, programmer art, and a little bit of science fiction. While Frank and James picked a few of the topics, many from you our listeners who have been tweeting at us about what you want to hear. Get ready for fast paced development fun on this week's Merge Conflict. Links & Show Notes Frank: Twitter, Blog, GitHub James: Twitter, Blog, GitHub Music : Amethyst Seer - Citrine by Adventureface Subscribe iTunes Google Play Music Stitcher Pocket Casts Overcast

Did someone say new Apple hardware? This week we discuss Apple's new phones, watches, accessories, and even a brand new Mario game from Apple's September 7th event. It was also much more then hardware with some exciting announcements around watchOS 3 and iOS 10 going GA this week, which means it is time to make room for a new copy of Xcode on your macOS machine. There was so much packed into this Apple event and we cover it all on Merge Conflict. Links & Show Notes Super Mario Run Apple Watch Series 2 iPhone 7 Frank: Twitter, Blog, GitHub James: Twitter, Blog, GitHub Music : Amethyst Seer - Citrine by Adventureface Subscribe iTunes Google Play Music Stitcher Pocket Casts Overcast

The first time users launch your app is the most important time users launch your app. This week we discuss what goes into a great onboarding experience to win over users in just a few seconds. We take an in depth look at why and how some hardware manufacturers are making spectacular setup experiences and what we can learn from them. What should a first run look like and what should we do when we add new features to our app? Links & Show Notes Nest Cam Coffee Filter Frank: Twitter, Blog, GitHub James: Twitter, Blog, GitHub Music : Amethyst Seer - Citrine by Adventureface Subscribe iTunes Google Play Music Stitcher Pocket Casts Overcast *Merge Conflict may get a commission from affiliate Amazon links

Interpreting is Easy, Compiling is Hard, and Linking is even Harder. This week Frank and James investigate what actually happens when you hit that compile button. Frank is a compiler addict and James loves trying to understand how the linker works, but there is so much more to development, compiling, and packaging. Links & Show Notes Roslyn Frank: Twitter, Blog, GitHub James: Twitter, Blog, GitHub Music : Amethyst Seer - Citrine by Adventureface Subscribe iTunes Google Play Music Stitcher Pocket Casts Overcast