A lot of people in our industry haven’t had very diverse experiences. So they don’t have enough dots to connect, and they end up with very linear solutions without a broad perspective on the problem. The broader one’s understanding of the human experience, the better design we will have.
Last week was missing a post because I decided to switch to a 2 week period. While the one week version was good for creating a sense of urgency, the downside was an unnecessary pressure that didn’t comport with the reality of my goals. I took a step back after a particularly draining few days and realized that such a myopic view of my progress was negatively impacting my outlook. Progress isn’t always linear. There are good days and bad ones. On balance, things are going well.
Learning Cocoa (iOS/macOS):
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DTSEssentials Framework: Shared Code for iOS/macOS apps
Added some helpful updates to the framework. Finally got a version of my FormViewController done that I likes, only to discover an existing library. Still, the learning process was beneficial.
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Gobo (iOS): Nomad Expense Log
Beta was delayed but I’m within a few days of getting it out.
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Voice Over Work:
Still haven’t gotten to the new VO platforms yet. Have to get that done this sprint. I landed another audiobook narration too, which is great.
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Health:
Holding steady with the step count. Back to boxing as main part of workout regimen (no bag work/sparring yet). I want to add capoeira back in but I need better knee support.
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Reading List:
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The Cocoa Nomad 
I love the agile approach to life with these retros, Alondo! I hate to admit it, but this is the first one I’ve read through… and I was missing out :). So… I’m thinking I want to steal your format for my own life. And maybe you should consider making an iOS app for this. I think you’re on to something! Holding yourself and others accountable via an agile approach to life.
BTW, if you need another beta test for your expense app (albeit, a non-nomad), I’d be happy to help out.
Cheers,
Mark Evans
Thanks, Mark! Feel free to use the format. These posts have actually sparked a few accountability meetings.
I actually am working on an iOS app for the Retro. 🙂