#web developers austin

[webii1]

Get Professional Website Developer in Austin | WEBii Services

Choose WEBii for professional website developer in Austin. We specialize in responsive web design, custom applications, and SEO to elevate your business in the digital space.

[encoresky]

In today’s fast digital world, it’s crucial to make software that’s safe from hackers. But often, speed and features are prioritized over security. That’s where DevSecOps comes in. Here is our guide to DevSecOps best practices.

DevSecOps means blending Development, Security, and Operations. It’s a smarter way to build software. It puts security at every step of making software, so it’s both quick and safe.

[ahom-technologies]

If you're looking for Austin Texas web development solutions, the city is home to several companies that offer comprehensive digital services. These firms provide a wide range of web development services tailored to meet the specific needs of businesses, from startups to established enterprises in Austin. Their expertise in web design & development services ensures that your website is not only visually engaging but also fully functional and user-friendly.

In addition to standard web development, many companies in Austin specialize in web application development services, which are crucial for businesses seeking dynamic, interactive platforms. Whether you need a simple website or complex, scalable applications, these firms offer complete web design development services to turn your vision into reality. By partnering with experienced developers in Austin, you can create a powerful online presence that helps your business thrive in a competitive digital landscape.

[offsureit]

Offsure Software Solutions: Leading Mobile App Development in Austin

In the thriving tech hub of Austin, Offsure Software Solutions has emerged as a premier mobile app development company, known for its innovative approach, technical expertise, and customer-centric services. With a commitment to excellence, Offsure Software Solutions transforms ideas into powerful, user-friendly mobile applications that drive business success.

About Offsure Software Solutions

At Offsure Software Solutions, we believe in the power of technology to revolutionize businesses. Our team of seasoned developers, designers, and project managers collaborate to deliver customized mobile solutions that address the unique needs and goals of each client. Our expertise spans both iOS and Android platforms, ensuring that your app reaches a broad audience with a seamless user experience.

Our Services

Custom Mobile App Development: We specialize in creating tailor-made mobile applications that solve business challenges and engage users. Our custom solutions are designed to scale and adapt as your business grows.

iOS App Development: Leveraging the latest Apple technologies, we develop iOS apps known for their smooth performance, intuitive design, and robust functionality.

Android App Development: Our Android apps cater to a diverse range of devices and user preferences, ensuring broad compatibility and excellent performance.

Cross-Platform Development: Using frameworks like React Native and Flutter, we create cross-platform apps that offer a consistent experience on both iOS and Android, reducing time-to-market and development costs.

App Maintenance and Support: Our commitment doesn't end at launch. We provide ongoing maintenance and support to ensure your app remains up-to-date, secure, and running smoothly.

Why Choose Offsure Software Solutions?

Innovative Solutions: We stay ahead of industry trends and incorporate the latest technologies to create state-of-the-art mobile applications.

User-Centric Design: Our apps are designed with the user in mind, ensuring intuitive and engaging experiences.

Experienced Team: Our team brings a wealth of experience and expertise, ensuring high-quality outcomes for every project.

Transparent Process: We maintain clear and open communication throughout the development process, keeping you informed and involved every step of the way.

Commitment to Excellence: Quality is our top priority. We are dedicated to delivering top-notch solutions that exceed our clients' expectations.

Success Stories

Offsure Software Solutions has a proven track record of delivering successful mobile applications across various industries, including e-commerce, healthcare, finance, and entertainment. Our portfolio showcases our ability to drive business growth and enhance user engagement through innovative mobile solutions.

The Offsure Advantage

Choosing Offsure Software Solutions means partnering with a company that is as invested in your success as you are. We understand the dynamic nature of the mobile app landscape and are equipped to navigate its complexities with ease. Our local presence in Austin allows for close collaboration and a deep understanding of the regional market, ensuring that we deliver solutions that truly resonate with your target audience.

Join Us on Your Mobile Journey

In the fast-paced world of mobile technology, having a reliable and innovative partner is crucial. Offsure Software Solutions is dedicated to helping businesses in Austin and beyond harness the power of mobile technology to achieve their goals. Whether you're a startup looking to make a splash or an established company seeking to enhance your mobile presence, we have the expertise and passion to make it happen.

Contact Us

Ready to elevate your business with a custom mobile app? Contact Offsure Software Solutions today and let's discuss how we can turn your vision into a reality.

[wisitechinfosolutions]

Silicon Valley 2.0? Exploring How Austin Became a Tech Hub

Austin, Texas, has emerged as a thriving tech hub known as "Silicon Hills." Several key factors have contributed to its rise:

1. Highly Skilled Workforce

Austin boasts a well-educated workforce, with about 50% of adults holding degrees, making it an attractive destination for tech companies.

2. Remarkable Job Growth

The tech job market in Austin has seen impressive growth, with a 41.4% increase in jobs from 2015 to 2020.

3. Cost-Effective Living

While living costs are above the national average, they are considerably more affordable than major tech hubs like New York City, making it an attractive place for businesses and tech professionals.

4. Thriving Startup Ecosystem

Austin has a strong entrepreneurial spirit and a supportive ecosystem of incubators, accelerators, and venture capital, fostering innovation and economic growth.

5. Major Tech Companies

Household names like Apple, Google, and Facebook have established significant offices in Austin, further enhancing its tech ecosystem.

6. Ecosystem for Investment

Austin startups have attracted substantial venture capital funding, leading to innovation and growth.

Wisitech, a digital solutions provider in Austin, is strategically positioned to empower businesses in the city's tech landscape. Their services include e-commerce solutions, digital marketing, web development, UX/UI design, and graphic design, making them a valuable business partner in the Austin tech scene.

For more info- https://www.wisitech.com/silicon-valley-2-0-exploring-how-austin-became-a-tech-hub/

[sskyramtechnology]

Skyram Technologies is a leading digital marketing agency based in Austin, Texas. Specializing in a wide range of digital services, they excel in providing strategic solutions to enhance online visibility, drive traffic, and boost ROI for businesses. With a dedicated team of experts, Skyram Technologies offers services encompassing SEO, PPC, web design, and social media marketing. Their commitment to delivering effective and tailored digital strategies has made them a trusted partner for businesses looking to thrive in the competitive digital landscape.

[femboypussy420]

Hey holy shit?

Press Release Rooster Teeth to Find a New Home with the Brand’s Original Creator Burnie Burns at Box Canyon Productions Nine months ago, Rooster Teeth announced that it would shut its doors after 21 years of creating content. Today, the Rooster Teeth brand and much of its remaining assets have been acquired by founder Burnie Burns, and his independent company, Box Canyon Productions. Austin, TX – February 5, 2025 – Burnie Burns, founder of the online media outlet Rooster Teeth, has officially acquired the beloved entertainment brand. This milestone marks a new chapter for Rooster Teeth as it returns to the hands of its original creator as part of his company Box Canyon Productions. Under Burns’ leadership, the historic brand plans to renew its focus on innovation, community engagement, and the spirit of creativity that first defined its success. Burns started Rooster Teeth in 2003 with the breakout success of Red vs. Blue, the longest-running web series in history. Over the years, Rooster Teeth expanded into a multimedia powerhouse, producing hit shows like RWBY and the international RTX convention series, while fostering a passionate global fanbase. With this acquisition, Burns aims to reignite the collaborative and community-driven energy that made Rooster Teeth a trailblazer in digital entertainment. “I am excited at the challenge of bringing Rooster Teeth back to its roots,” said Burns. “The heart of this brand has always been its fans, and I look forward to writing a new chapter together.” As an early pioneer of online video content, Rooster Teeth set the standard for how fan-first entertainment could thrive in the digital age. With Burns back at the helm, fans can anticipate a renewed dedication to Rooster Teeth’s original mission: to entertain, inspire, and connect. Along with the acquisition, Box Canyon announced a new development slate of productions for 2025, including renewed production of some of the platform’s classic shows, a new original audio adventure Again, and an untitled reimagining of Burns’ first film The Schedule.

Posted 2/5/2025

This audio is also on the RT main site

[mostlysignssomeportents]

Object permanence

I'm on a 20+ city book tour for my new novel PICKS AND SHOVELS. Catch me in AUSTIN on Mar 10. I'm also appearing at SXSW and at many events around town, for Creative Commons, Fediverse House, and EFF-Austin. More tour dates here.

#20yrsago EU software patents pass in the teeth of decency and democracy https://web.archive.org/web/20050310004103/http://wiki.ffii.org/Cons050307En

#20yrsago Europe’s “Broadcast Flag” dangers https://web.archive.org/web/20050305062313/http://www.theinquirer.net/?article=21595

#20yrsago Koster’s keynote from Game Developers Conference https://crystaltips.typepad.com/wonderland/2005/03/raphs_keynote.html

#20yrsago Sterling on the counterfeits of Belgrade https://web.archive.org/web/20050223100218/https://www.wired.com/wired/archive/13.03/view.html?pg=4

#15yrsago Ubisoft DRM servers go down, punishing customers but not pirates https://www.escapistmagazine.com/Ubisoft-DRM-Authentication-Servers-Go-Down/

#10yrsago Albuquerque PD encrypts videos before releasing them in records request https://www.techdirt.com/2015/03/06/albuquerque-police-dept-complies-with-records-request-releasing-password-protected-videos-not-password/

#10yrsago Judge who invented Ferguson’s debtor’s prisons owes $170K in tax https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2015/mar/06/ferguson-judge-owes-unpaid-taxes-ronald-brockmeyer

#10yrsago Hartford, CT says friends can’t room together unless some of them are servants https://www.courant.com/2015/02/17/hartford-upholds-action-against-scarborough-street-family/

#10yrsago Improving the estimate of US police killings https://fivethirtyeight.com/features/a-new-estimate-of-killings-by-police-is-way-higher-and-still-too-low/

#5yrsago The savior of Waterstones will turn every B&N into an indie https://pluralistic.net/2020/03/07/bookselling-is-back/#dauntbn

#5yrsago Compromise threatens Intel's chip-within-a-chip https://pluralistic.net/2020/03/07/bookselling-is-back/#csme

#5yrsago Gig economy drivers won't get sick-pay if they have covid-19 symptoms https://pluralistic.net/2020/03/07/bookselling-is-back/#covid-gig

#5yrsago Audio from last night's Canada Reads event in Kelowna https://pluralistic.net/2020/03/07/bookselling-is-back/#kelowna

#1yrago 1900s futurism https://pluralistic.net/2024/03/07/the-gernsback-continuum/#wheres-my-jetpack

If you'd like an essay-formatted version of this post to read or share, here's a link to it on pluralistic.net, my surveillance-free, ad-free, tracker-free blog:

https://pluralistic.net/2025/03/05/printers-devil/#show-me-the-incentives-i-will-show-you-the-outcome

[legends-expo]

We have a new team member! Austin Verburg is a cosplayer, Lego collector and gamer who's childhood favorite was none other than Knights of the Old Republic. He represented us last year as the man behind the mask of his Darth Revan cosplay that was used in our advertising artwork and many photos. He has now joined the tech team as a web developer and also contributes artwork for the monthly stickers our Ko-Fi subscribers receive!

Anakin photo by Nina Church Revan photo by @galactic_factotum (IG)

[ahom-technologies]

If you're looking for Austin Texas web development solutions, the city is home to several companies that offer comprehensive digital services. These firms provide a wide range of web development services tailored to meet the specific needs of businesses, from startups to established enterprises in Austin. Their expertise in web design & development services ensures that your website is not only visually engaging but also fully functional and user-friendly.

In addition to standard web development, many companies in Austin specialize in web application development services, which are crucial for businesses seeking dynamic, interactive platforms. Whether you need a simple website or complex, scalable applications, these firms offer complete web design development services to turn your vision into reality. By partnering with experienced developers in Austin, you can create a powerful online presence that helps your business thrive in a competitive digital landscape.

[heeluvviee]

UPCOMING WORKS ° ♡

cupid's corner | ex!heeseung x reader (smau)

as a brilliant and driven app developer, y/n has always believed in data and algorithms over fate when it comes to love. after a tough breakup, she channels her heartbreak into creating cupid's corner- a dating app that promises to find the perfect match for its users. as cupid's corner skyrockets in popularity, y/n decides to put her app to the ultimate test by signing herself up (after much convincing from her friends). confident in her technology, she's shocked when the app matches her with none other than her ex lee heeseung- the very person she's been trying to forget. caught between her head and her heart, y/n must decide whether to trust the algorithm she created- or risk everything on a love she thought was over.

brewed for two | barista!heeseung x reader (smau)

y/n, your typical popular high school it girl, finds herself intrigued by the heartfelt notes left on her coffee cups by the shy barista at the local cafe she frequently visits. each note is a small yet profound message, sparking the girl's curiosity and making her look forward to her daily coffee runs. as she starts to engage more with the cute barista, she discovers that there's more to him than his quiet demeanor suggests. with each passing day, y/n and heeseung find themselves getting closer despite their contrasting worlds. but you know what they say: opposities attract!

infrunami | bestfriend!heeseung x reader (smau)

situationship after situationship, and countless failed talking stages- y/n has had enough of all these pathetic men wasting her time. what's going on with her generation? the ghosting, half swiping, wyll's, shallow conversations, and meaningless dates have left her disillusioned. it seems like everyone is playing games instead of seeking genuine connections. frustrated and tired of the superficiality, y/n longs for a true and meaningful relationship. little does she know, her one true love might have been right in front of her all along

better than the movies (a series of fics based on my fav romcoms)

binge your favorite romcoms with better than the movies! each story a perfect mix of love, humor, and just a tad bit of chaos. follow a plastic surgeon tangled in lies, a modern-day cinderella with an online crush, the most popular boy at school who might be the ticket to your dream college, a fake boyfriend who becomes something more, and the fiance of your biggest client who turns your world upside down. prepare to be swept off your feet as you fall in love with the different sides of heeseung that you'll discover in each story

just go with it | danny!heeseung x katherine!y/n

heeseung, a charming plastic surgeon, convinces his assistant y/n to pose as his soon to be divorced wife to cover up a careless lie he told his much younger girlfriend, yujin. as the web of lies grows, heeseung and y/n find themselves on a lavish hawaiian vacation with y/n's kids, yujin, and heeseung's cousin jay. amidst the beautiful scenery, heeseung and y/n discover that their fake relationship just might be the real deal.

a cinderella story | austin!heeseung x sam!y/n

working at her family's diner and dreaming to one day escape her wicked stepmother and stepsisters, y/n finds truly her only solace in an anonymous online friendship with the charming and popular heeseung. when a school dance offers y/n a chance to meet her prince, she must navigate a whirlind of misunderstandings and unveil her true identity without losing her dream of a fairytale romance.

prom pact | graham!heeseung x mandy|y/n

y/n has always dreamed of getting into harvard, but when she gets waitlisted, she feels as if her life has been turned upside down. desperate for a recommendation, she decides to tutor lee heeseung, the most popular guy in school and the son of a harvard alum. as she grows closer to heeseung, she realizes her true feelings for him, causing a rift with her best friend jungwon, with whom she promised to attend prom since neither of them had dates.

to all the boys i've loved before | peter!heeseung x lara jean!y/n x josh!niki

what happens when y/n's secret love letters to her past crushes, including her sister's ex-boyfriend niki and popular jock Heeseung, are mailed out, leading to many unexpected consequences. To save face, Y/N and Heeseung enter a fake relationship to make his ex-girlfriend, Giselle, jealous. As their journey as a fake couple go on, y/n starts to develop real feelings. maybe this thing between them could turn into somehting real, but many problems arise preventing them from being a real couple.what happens when y/n's secret love letters to her past crushes, including her sister's ex-boyfriend niki and popular jock heeseung, are mailed out, leading to many unexpected consequences. to save face, y/n and heeseung enter a fake relationship to make his ex-girlfriend, giselle, jealous. As their journey as a fake couple go on, y/n starts to develop real feelings. maybe this thing between them could turn into something real?

the wedding planner | eddie!heeseung x mary!y/n x massimo!jake

y/n, a successful wedding plnner, has everything in her life under control until she falls for heeseung, who she later discovers is the groom in the biggest wedding of her career. as she navigates the complexities of planning the perfect wedding for Heeseung and _ while dealing with her meddling father's attempts to set her up with an old childhood friend, jake, she learns that true love cannot be planned.

[fragile-practice]

Week in Review

October 23rd-29th

Welcome to Fragile Practice, where I attempt to make something of value out of stuff I have to read.

My future plan is to do longer-form original pieces on interesting topics or trends. For now, I'm going to make the weekly reviews habitual and see if I have any time left.

Technology

OpenAI forms team to study ‘catastrophic’ AI risks, including nuclear threats - Tech Crunch; Kyle Wiggers

OpenAI launched a new research team called AI Safety and Security to investigate the potential harms of artificial intelligence focused on AI alignment, AI robustness, AI governance, and AI ethics.

Note: Same energy as “cigarette company funds medical research into smoking risks”.

Artists Allege Meta’s AI Data Deletion Request Process Is a ‘Fake PR Stunt’ - Wired; Kate Knibbs

Artists who participated in Meta’s Artificial Intelligence Artist Residency Program accused the company of failing to honor their data deletion requests and claim that Meta used their personal data to train its AI models without their consent.

Note: Someday we will stop being surprised that corporate activities without obvious profit motive are all fake PR stunts.

GM and Honda ditch plan to build cheaper electric vehicles - The Verge; Andrew J. Hawkins

General Motors and Honda cancel their joint venture to develop and produce cheaper electric vehicles for the US market, citing the chip shortage, rising costs of battery materials, and the changing market conditions.

Note: What are the odds this isn’t related to the 7 billion dollars the US government announced to create hydrogen hubs.

'AI divide' across the US leaves economists concerned - The Register; Thomas Claburn

A new study by economists from Harvard University and MIT reveals a significant gap in AI adoption and innovation across different regions in the US.

The study finds that AI usage is highest in California's Silicon Valley and the San Francisco Bay Area, but was also noted in Nashville, San Antonio, Las Vegas, New Orleans, San Diego, and Tampa, as well as Riverside, Louisville, Columbus, Austin, and Atlanta.

Nvidia to Challenge Intel With Arm-Based Processors for PCs - Bloomberg; Ian King

Nvidia is using Arm technology to develop CPUs that would challenge Intel processors in PCs, and which could go on sale as soon as 2025.

Note: I am far from an NVIDIA fan, but I’m stoked for any amount of new competition in the CPU space.

New tool lets artists fight AI image bots by hiding corrupt data in plain sight - Engadget; Sarah Fielding

A team at the University of Chicago created Nightshade, a tool that lets artists fight AI image bots by adding undetectable pixels into an image that can alter how a machine-learning model produces content and what that finished product looks like.

Nightshade is intended to protect artists work and has been tested on both Stable Diffusion and an in-house AI built by the researchers.

IBM's NorthPole chip runs AI-based image recognition 22 times faster than current chips - Tech Xplore; Bob Yirka

NorthPole combines the processing module and the data it uses in a two-dimensional array of memory blocks and interconnected CPUs, and is reportedly inspired by the human brain.

NorthPole can currently only run specialized AI processes and not training processes or large language models, but the researchers plan to test connecting multiple chips together to overcome this limitation.

Apple’s $130 Thunderbolt 4 cable could be worth it, as seen in X-ray CT scans - Ars Technica; Kevin Purdy

Note: These scans are super cool. And make me feel somewhat better about insisting on quality cables. A+.

The Shifting Web

On-by-default video calls come to X, disable to retain your sanity - The Register; Brandon Vigliarolo

Video and audio calling is limited to anyone you follow or who is in your address book, if you granted X permission to comb through it.

Calling other users also requires that they’ve sent at least one direct message to you before.

Only premium users can place calls, but everyone can receive them.

Google Search Boss Says Company Invests to Avoid Becoming ‘Roadkill’ - The New York Times; Nico Grant

Google’s senior vice president overseeing search said that he sees a world of threats that could humble his company at any moment.

Google Maps is getting new AI-powered search updates, an enhanced navigation interface and more - Tech Crunch; Aisha Malik

Note: These AI recommender systems are going to be incredibly valuable advertising space. It is interesting that Apple decided to compete with Google in maps but not in basic search, but has so far not placed ads in the search results.

Reddit finally takes its API war where it belongs: to AI companies - Ars Technica; Scharon Harding

Reddit met with generative AI companies to negotiate a deal for being paid for its data, and may block crawlers if no deal is made soon.

Note: Google searches for info on Reddit often seem more effective than searching Reddit itself.  If they are unable to make a deal, and Reddit follows through, it will be a legitimate loss for discoverability but also an incredibly interesting experiment to see what Reddit is like without Google.

Bandcamp’s Entire Union Bargaining Team Was Laid Off - 404 Media; Emanuel Maiberg

Bandcamp’s new owner (Songtradr) offered jobs to just half of existing employees, with cuts disproportionately hitting union leaders. Every member of the union’s eight-person bargaining team was laid off, and 40 of the union's 67 members lost their jobs.

Songtradr spokesperson Lindsay Nahmiache claimed that the firm didn’t have access to union membership information.

Note: This just sucks. Bandcamp is rad, and it’s hard to imagine it continuing to be rad after this. I wonder if Epic had ideas for BC that didn’t work out.

Surveillance & Digital Privacy

Mozilla Launches Annual Digital Privacy 'Creep-o-Meter'. This Year's Status:  'Very Creepy' - Slashdot

Mozilla gave the current state of digital privacy a 75.6/100, with 100 being the creepiest.

They measured security features, data collection, and data sharing practices of over 500 gadgets, apps, and cars to come up with their score.

Every car Mozilla tested failed to meet their privacy and security standards.

Note: It would be great if even one auto brand would take privacy seriously.

EPIC Testifies in Support of Massachusetts Data Privacy and Protection Act -Electronic Privacy Information Center (EPIC)

Massachusetts version of ADPPA.

Note: While it may warm my dead heart to see any online privacy protections in law, scrambling to do so in response to generative AI is unlikely to protect Americans in any meaningful way from the surveillance driven form of capitalism we’ve all been living under for decades.

Complex Spy Platform StripedFly Bites 1M Victims - Dark Reading

StripedFly is a complex platform disguised as a cryptominer and evaded detection for six years by using a custom version of EternalBlue exploit, a built-in Tor network tunnel, and trusted services like GitLab, GitHub, and Bitbucket to communicate with C2 servers and update its functionality.

iPhones have been exposing your unique MAC despite Apple's promises otherwise - Ars Technica

A privacy feature which claimed to hide the Wi-Fi MAC address of iOS devices when joining a network was broken since iOS 14, and was finally patched in 17.1, released on Wednesday.

Note: I imagine this bug was reported a while ago, but wasn’t publically reported until the fix was released as a term of apple’s bug bounty program.

What the !#@% is a Passkey? - Electronic Frontier Foundation

Note: I welcome our passkey overlords.

[destinyc1020]

WB DID DEVELOP Z. Literally what is anon on??? It’s no coincidence that Z was doing euphoria for WB and then got Dune. Or that Timmy was going Dune for WB and then got Wonka. Or that Florence was doing Don’t Worry Darling for WB and got Dune. Or that Austin did Elvis for WB and got Dune like hello? Sydney did Madame Web for Sony. Obvi she is going to have a working relationship with Sony. Seek help anon

🤣 😂

Yea, I don't think it was just a coincidence either Anon.

I'll also add that Tom was in Spiderman for Sony, and was also in Uncharted for.... you guessed it.... Sony! 😂

When a studio realizes you can make them some money, they will usually be even more willing to work with you.

[frontierallergy]

Unraveling the Enigma of Alpha-Gal: Unanticipated Allergic Reactions from Tick-Borne Meat Encounters

In a world where culinary adventures usually bring joy and satisfaction, imagine a scenario where indulging in a delectable steak or burger triggers an unexplainable allergic response. At Frontier Allergy, our team of specialists in Austin provides efficient assistance for Alpha-Gal allergies, where the simple act of consuming meat becomes a potential health risk! 

This genuine and confounding phenomenon has captivated scientists and garnered attention from the medical community in recent years. Join us as we delve into the captivating universe of Alpha-Gal and unravel the intricate web of connections between ticks, meat, and the human immune system.

The Alpha-Gal Connection

Alpha-Gal, short for "alpha-galactose," is a carbohydrate molecule found in the organs of many non-primate animals. Not naturally present in humans and other primates, it becomes an alien chemical to our immune systems. While typically well-tolerated by the human body, under certain circumstances, such as tick bites, an unusual immune reaction can occur, transforming alpha-gal into a potential allergen trigger.

Research indicates that individuals who have been bitten by ticks are more prone to red meat allergies, establishing a link between tick exposure and modified immune responses to alpha-gal. This connection was first identified in the early 2000s in regions like the southeastern United States and parts of Europe, where ticks such as the Lone Star tick are prevalent. When these ticks bite, they release alpha-gal molecules into the bloodstream, prompting the immune system to produce antibodies against them.

Allergic Reaction Mechanism

The Alpha-Gal allergy unfolds in a sequence:

Tick Bite: An alpha-gal-carrying tick acquires alpha-gal molecules from the blood of the animals it feeds on, introducing them into its saliva. When the tick bites a person, the saliva, containing alpha-gal molecules, enters the person's bloodstream.

Immune Response: The immune system recognizes alpha-gal as foreign and produces antibodies, known as Immunoglobulin E (IgE).

Delayed Reaction: Unlike immediate reactions in common allergies, alpha-gal allergies take time to manifest. Symptoms may appear 3 to 6 hours after consuming red meat, making it challenging to pinpoint the cause of the reaction.

Diagnosis and Symptoms

Alpha-Gal allergies can manifest through symptoms such as hives, itching, swelling, gastrointestinal discomfort, and, in severe cases, anaphylaxis. Diagnosis can be challenging due to the delayed onset of symptoms, requiring specialized blood tests to detect alpha-gal-specific IgE antibodies.

Managing Alpha-Gal Allergies

Living with an Alpha-Gal allergy demands caution and substantial lifestyle changes. Key measures include:

Elimination of Trigger Foods: Avoiding foods high in alpha-galactose, such as red meat and gelatin-containing products.

Tick Control: Minimize exposure to ticks through protective clothing, repellents, and avoiding tick habitats.

Educating Healthcare Professionals: Share experiences and raise awareness about the unique features of Alpha-Gal allergies with healthcare providers.

Emergency Planning: Carry an EpiPen for severe reactions and ensure knowledge of its proper use.

Future Research Directions

Ongoing scientific endeavors aim to comprehend the underlying processes of Alpha-Gal allergies and develop new therapies, diagnostic procedures, desensitization medications, and strategies to reduce tick populations.

In conclusion, the exploration of Alpha-Gal allergies unveils a captivating link between ticks, meat, and allergic reactions. If you suspect any symptoms related to Alpha-Gal, don't hesitate to reach out. Your well-being is our priority, and we're here to address any concerns or questions you may have.

[arachnidiots-a]

ROXY FIELDS . across the alt verses !

"Oh, come on. You're Roxy and Liam. Liam and Roxy. Separating the two of you would probably make the universe implode at this point." — Peter Parker, SPIDERS issue #53

overwatch : spinning the spider web

roxy works at the lab that liam is accepted to, and the two become co-researchers in the development of silk armor. roxy had her own research that she did for years, independent of liam, with her own unique and vital findings.

when the two start working together, they struggle to get along and truly compromise or work together on the research.

the lab gets broken into and liam and roxy both have the same thought: suit up and save the research. synesilk is seldom seen without websurfer in the skies.

ted lasso : brains and footballs

roxy played on the us women's u-20 team alongside liam as a midfielder. they met there and often would get into awkward scuffles. all the time training together brought them closer eventually and they'd stay in touch even while back in their respective homes and playing for collegiate teams.

roxy played u23 when no longer eligible for u20, and just two years later, around the time liam quit, roxy got a call up for the national team. roxy currently plays for the portland thorns as their forward.

the two still keep in touch and roxy is entirely to credit for getting liam back into the sport.

roxy knows liam doesn't really want to hear it, or sees it for themself but every once in a while they can't help but ask: do you think you're ever gonna come home? roxy misses her

liam hopes to be called up one day to the national team for obvious professional reasons and desires, but also just to play alongside roxy fields one more time

9-1-1 : hero at heart

liam and roxy were paired together in their masters program at ucla. the two of them were caught in a horrific explosion at the lab and together attempted to evacuate others from the building. they get trapped together after a couple of successful attempts to help others, and ultimately it changes both of their career paths.

roxy finishes school and then immediately sets out to become a paramedic. she does pretty brilliantly in the career, with a somewhat nervous start.

at the end of the harder days, the two manage to be there for each other, and look forward to coffee outings and bumping into each other on the scenes.

9-1-1 lone star : heart found in austin

liam and roxy meet in their undergrad years in new york and are caught in an explosion at the lab. liam speed runs the rest of their time in college, but roxy finishes out the whole year

roxy's girlfriend brooke gets an offer to play in an austin based soccer league and together they decide to move to austin. liam probably would've followed if it weren't for the fact they were already in the fire academy

roxy sets out to become a parameddic and eventually goes on to work with ems 63

when liam finally moves out to texas, roxy and brooke welcome them with open arms and help them get settled

musician : color crescendo

roxy plays the drums in liam's band and while roxy might be content fading into the background, liam constantly wants their best friend to shine. roxy helps to write many of liam's songs and often most things are made with just the two of them in a small room.

eventually, liam and roxy have a couple duo demos which leads to their band the web, and an album further down the road which they both are lead singer for.

roxy has a single of her own at some point.