Mobile
Syncing data with Mobile CouchBase
As anyone who’s used one of Amazon’s Kindle apps knows, synchronization without user interaction is a priceless feature. As any programmer who’s built an app that persists data across multiple devices knows, synchronization takes a lot of work. A todo list for accomplishing this task might look something like this: Ensure the device has connectivity […]
Using Code and Working Software to Inspire others
Successful programmers and technical architects are well known for their ability to deliver rock solid applications, however, it’s their ability to inspire that’s most prized at R/GA. Good programmers execute, while great programmers inspire. In his book, Sketching User Experience, Bill Buxton highlights the importance of sketching as a technique for putting “experience front and […]
Learn more from QR Codes
At R/GA we’ve been using and promoting QR codes for years, and it’s nice to see them gaining traction in the mainstream marketplace. You’re seeing them more and more in print advertising, on packaging and on outdoor signs and you’re also seeing increased reports of QR Code usage. When a consumer sees a QR code, […]
Postcards From The Edge
On April 28, Will Turnage will be hosting the closing keynote at AppNation SF called “Postcards From The Edge.” In this session we’ll be talking about the future of mobile products, and you’ll get to see me wearing a light up, Android powered Arduino skull shirt/. Visit the AppNation SF website for more information about […]
