Episode notes
John and Rambo celebrate the 5-year anniversary of the show by looking back at how their work and the technology they use have changed since the beginning of the show. Also, how might things change during the next 5 years, specifically when it comes to machine learning, AR, and the openness of Apple’s platforms?
Stacktrace
by John Sundell and Gui Rambo · English · Tech & Science
A podcast about life and technology from two developers’ perspectives. With John Sundell and Gui Rambo.
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