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Adam Engst looks back at HyperCard as an early tool that democratized software creation, then connects its legacy to today’s AI-assisted development. He outlines how Claude helped turn an idea for tracking macOS setting changes into a working Mac app, SetShot. Adam discusses Xcode, GitHub, rapid iteration, and the value of visual feedback in his development process, and how AI lowers programming barriers without eliminating the need for thought, judgment, and effort.
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MacVoices #26243: Live! – CarPlay Driving Sales, Gmail Changes, and Ads on Your Monitor
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MacVoices #26238: Live! – Vision Pro Surgery, CarPlay on Boats, and Apple Intelligence in China
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