Mitch Downey on the Intersection of Open Source Software, Accessibility, and Podcasting

Ever wondered about the mechanics of making an app accessible to all users? Journey with us as we explore this important topic with Mitch Downey , the co-founder of the Podverse podcast app. He shares his commitment to enhancing the app’s accessibility after consultation with an expert. We plunge into the world of open source platforms, underscoring its vital role in fostering inclusion, especially for the visually impaired, and discuss the significant role color contrast plays in designing an accessible app.

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Bonus: Nostalgia, Fediverse, and Permission to Play with Chris Miller

Are you drawn to the nostalgia of the early web days and the charm of open-source communities? Checkout this bonus episode from my interview with Chris Miller ! In this absorbing dialogue, we float into the realms of mastering new coding languages, the appeal of the maker mentality, and the joy found in creating for the sake of creation, not necessarily for profit.

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Bridging the Tech Communication Gap: Insights and Mentorship with Chris Miller

Ever wondered how to bridge the communication gap in the tech world? In my talk with Chris Miller - a tech maestro with an admirable 27-year career - we unravel that and much more! Chris’s vast experience ranges from the inception of the first online bookstore to the uprising startup culture in California. His desire to give back has seen him guide numerous budding developers, helping them efficaciously communicate with diverse cohorts and maneuver through their careers.

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Exploring Nextcloud and Open Source Technology with James Sundquist

Ever wondered how open source technology is revolutionizing the way we store and share data? Well, you are in for a treat! In my latest conversation with James Sundquist, a landscaper with a techie heart, we get down to the nuts and bolts of Nextcloud , an open source file sharing platform that is shaking up the data storage game. James gives us a peek into the Nextcloud Pi project, a genius solution for self-hosting Nextcloud on devices like a Raspberry Pi and the exciting challenges of generating and maintaining documentation with Discourse .

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