#development workflow

[kekiiro]

[ what did you do? ]

[qwertyprophecy]

Effects layering for an offensive area-of-effect spell with a wind-up:

Character animation, no FX

Basic spike FX (to show that this is a damaging attack) and a runic circle (to feel magicky and indicate the effect's radius during wind-up). Communicates the idea but lacks oomph.

The oomph: a second layer of ethereal tendrils and a spirally burst for the circle.

Additional spell vibe from glows & added a reflection to better integrate the effect into the environment (character reflections are done in-engine)

[soleta]

remembering the time when Big Finish changed their website to the worst most dogshit unfunctional thing I've ever seen and I was being a hater about it and someone said "I don't really have experience in that field so I'll give them the benefit of the doubt" ok. i do. and i don't. a haters dream

[vanishingmoments]

it would be really exciting that we're finally seeing AI used in sound synthesis if anyone was using it for anything at all cool or useful as an artistic tool

[frog707]

I realize the Ars Technica story linked above wasn't intended to be humorous, but I confess I got a chuckle out of it. And perhaps a bit of schadenfreude.

As someone who spent years learning to write and debug software, "vibe coding" horrifies me. And I love the idea that, the more human we make our AI assistants, the more they will embody our ethics, including the urge to refuse exploitation.

[cataschism-moving]

i am trying to figure out how to use rp thread tracker and will be using that to keep track of my threads rather than Vibes Alone. will be communicating with partners if i need to drop threads for any reason <3 i just have more mutuals than i’ve ever had on any blog ever, and i realized my organization needs to be better than it’s been ! so i appreciate everyone’s continued patience as y’all wait on me, i am tryin

[erotetica]

https://x.com/erotetica/status/1751738597223416266?s=61

More nickistat on twitter. Preview:

Saw this piece featuring freckles Nicki & went red-eyes-peanut-butter-baby until I’d gone back to my roots

[starrypawz]

So recently I found myself falling down a rabbit hole of Adam Savage's youtube channel and realising like it's a very pleasant, soothing experience as a whole and then he mentioned 'I have ADHD' and I was watching one of his videos where he was like reorganising something and it was just like

[mentalisttraceur-software]

Today I improved "git-cotree --init" to handle several edge cases, primarily involving untracked and ignored files. Previously its support for untracked or ignored files was rather limited, covering only the most basic of cases.

But one big goal of git-cotree was to make switching from a normal clone to a nice multiple worktrees setup seamless, and this brings it a lot closer to that goal.

So I am now a lot more confident recommending git-cotree for others to use. I still don't know when I'll actually flesh out the README, but at least now the risk is a lot lower.

However, I'm not sure what happens if for example Git submodules or Git LFS are in the picture. But odds are now good that any remaining issues are due to limitations in how multiple Git worktrees interact with some other Git feature rather than the fault of git-cotree specifically.

[fellty]

if anyone has comic making documentation from adhd artists (or artists who struggle with attention span), please send it over.

[fourleavesnosouls]

I'm trying to figure out a cycle I can use to work on various aspects of my game. Every time a start doing one thing, it turns out I need to do another thing to finish it satisfactorily. So I'm working on placeholders, which is hopefully going to make a difference.

I'm good at writing, I'm good at music, I'm even okay at figuring out coding and event trees. I'm bad at figuring what needs to be done and when. I'm hoping I can learn some good tricks for ADHD workflow, if anyone wants to advise me. This shit is hard.

[bitcot]

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[lostconsultants]

From Value Streams to Team Streams: Designing for Flow

Designing for flow is the cornerstone of modern digital delivery—but many organizations are still stuck optimizing for output instead of outcomes. Features are delivered, tickets are closed, yet customer impact remains unclear. Why? Because the way work flows through teams is just as important as what gets done. To unlock real performance, we must rethink how value flows—through people, teams,…

[omgitzlo]

Unlock the full power of #ChatGPT with this free prompting cheat sheet. Smarter prompts = better results. Let AI work for you. 💡🚀

[officeinfosystem]

Why E-Commerce Applications Are the Future of Retail

Why E-Commerce Applications Are the Future of Retail

E-commerce has reshaped modern retail by transforming how consumers shop and how businesses sell. What began as a niche option is now a dominant global trend. Today, e-commerce applications are the backbone of online retail, helping businesses scale, increase visibility, and serve customers 24/7.

The Rise of E-Commerce Applications

Thanks to smartphones, high-speed internet, and cloud computing, shopping is easier, faster, and more mobile than ever. Mobile shopping apps now offer end-to-end functionality — from product discovery to customer service — all within a user-friendly interface. Businesses in every industry are investing in e-commerce app development to future-proof their sales strategy.

Core Benefits of Using E-Commerce Applications

🌐 Global Reach

Break free from physical limitations. With online store applications, businesses can reach global customers, increasing their market share and visibility without setting up physical branches.

🕒 24/7 Shopping Convenience

Your store is open around the clock. Mobile e-commerce apps allow users to shop anytime, anywhere — making retail more accessible and customer-focused.

🎯 Personalized Experience

Data analytics allows personalized shopping apps to suggest products, promotions, and updates tailored to each user’s preferences and behavior.

💳 Seamless Payments

From credit cards to digital wallets and even cryptocurrency, secure and flexible payment gateways make checkout effortless. An integrated e-commerce payment system builds trust and improves conversions.

📱 Mobile-First Access

With a growing mobile audience, mobile commerce platforms are essential. A well-optimized app ensures smooth shopping experiences across all devices.

Key Features of a Great E-Commerce App

To succeed, your custom e-commerce application must include features that drive engagement, trust, and retention.

Intuitive Interface: User-friendly layout with fast loading and clean design

Smart Search: Quick filters, voice search, and product tags for fast discovery

Reviews & Ratings: Builds transparency and credibility

Fast Checkout: One-click checkout, multiple payment modes, and address auto-fill

Order Tracking: Real-time updates from order confirmation to delivery

Built-in Support: AI-powered chatbots or live chat for seamless support

Why Invest in E-Commerce App Development?

🚀 Stay Competitive

A well-designed retail app enhances user experience and makes your brand stand out in a crowded digital space.

💰 Boost Revenue

E-commerce mobile app development leads to higher conversion rates, upselling opportunities, and long-term customer retention.

🔔 Engage Customers

Use push notifications, loyalty program integration, and promo alerts to stay top-of-mind.

📈 Scale with Ease

Add products, manage multiple locations, or integrate with logistics — all within a scalable e-commerce platform.

The Future of E-Commerce

Looking ahead, AI-driven e-commerce apps, AR shopping apps, and voice-based retail apps will define the next wave of innovation. With a focus on sustainability and personalization, green e-commerce solutions will also appeal to ethical shoppers.

Final Takeaway

E-commerce applications are no longer optional — they’re a necessity for businesses seeking long-term success. By investing in robust e-commerce app development, you empower your brand to deliver seamless, secure, and scalable shopping experiences. Whether you're a startup or an enterprise, a future-ready online store app ensures your business thrives in the digital age.

[goaweb]

Social Media Marketing: Why is it so Important?

What Is Social Media Marketing?

Social Media Marketing is the use of social media to build a brand, increase sales, and drive traffic to a website. Social media are the platforms on which users build social networks and share information. Furthermore, social media marketing (SMM) provides marketers with a way to track the success of their efforts and identify even more ways to engage with existing customers and reach new ones.

Why Is Social Media Marketing So Powerful?

In three core marketing areas: connection, interaction, and customer data, social media marketing (SMM) is far more powerful than any other marketing strategy.

Connection: Social media not only allows businesses to connect with their customers in ways previously impossible, but it also provides an extraordinary range of channels for connecting with the target audience—from video platforms (like YouTube) to social networking sites (like Facebook) to microblogging services (like Twitter).

Interaction: Through social media interactions-whether direct communication or passive businesses can leverage free advertising opportunities from electronic word-of-mouth recommendations between existing and potential customers. The positive contagion effect of eWOM is not only an important driver of consumer behavior, but the fact that these interactions occur on social networks makes them measurable as well. Using social media marketing (SMM) campaigns, businesses can measure their “social equity”-a term for return on investment (ROI).

Customer Data:

Boosting marketing outcomes with social media marketing (SMM) relies on another key resource: customer data. Rather than being overwhelmed by big data’s 3Vs (volume, variety, and velocity), SMM tools utilize customer data and turn it into actionable market analysis-or even crowdsource new strategies based on that data.

How Social Media Marketing Works?

The rise of social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram transformed not only how we connect with each other, but also how businesses can influence consumer behavior—from creating engaging content to extracting demographic, geographic, and personal information that helps messaging resonate.

SMM Action Plan: 

It is more effective to target your social media marketing (SMM) strategy. The following action plan is recommended by Hootsuite, a leading provider of social media management software:

Ensure SMM goals are aligned with business objectives.

Get to know your target customer (age, location, income, job title, industry, interests).

Examine your competition’s successes and failures (competitive analysis).

Review your current SMM (failures and successes).

Create a calendar for SMM content delivery.

Create best-in-class content.

Track performance and adjust SMM strategy as needed.