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TVTastic v0.1

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 10:01:55 +0200

In the last post, I briefly mentioned the TVTastic project I started this month. Unlike my previous projects, I’m using more structured planning for this one. I’m breaking the project down into milestones and assigning issues to each milestone. I use my local instance of Forgejo to register these milestones and issues next to the git repository containing the source code. I’ve noticed that planning the project this way helps me stay motivated. It also helps me remember outstanding tasks, because I register TODOs directly in a central place, which keeps my mind clear as well. The built-in progress bar for each milestone (see below) is especially motivating. Every time I close an issue, I see the progress bar move, which gives me a little dopamine boost. It also keeps me on track: I add new ideas and fixes to later milestones, so I can focus on the functionality of the current milestone.

New(-old) project: TVTastic

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:36:32 +0200

Last month, I released the first version of TimeTails, a clock-learning app for kids, and a new version of my weight tracking app ScaleDiary. This month, I’m working on a new app.

I say new, but actually it’s an old idea. In 2021, during the pandemic, I suddenly had a lot of time and I started following Angela Yu’s iOS & Swift development course. In my job at the time, I missed building actual apps. With the course, I started learning Swift, not knowing that this would put me on the journey I am on today.

TVTastic App

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 10:22:13 +0100

TVTastic is the TV app for Apple’s tvOS. It connects seamlessly to your satellite receiver or cable set-top box and makes all TV and Radio channels available on your Apple TV, right on the big screen. Every show comes with rich background content, from cast details to episode summaries, so you always know what you’re watching. TVTastic also serves up personalized recommendations, helping you discover the shows you shouldn’t miss.