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Under the Radar

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Technology
From development and design to marketing and support, Under the Radar is all about independent app development. It's rarely longer than 30 minutes. Hosted by Marco Arment and David Smith.
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Episodes

315: Self-Sufficient Apps

Marco and David discuss the importance of designing self-sufficient iOS apps that don't rely heavily on constant developer input. They share experiences from past projects like Tumblr, Instapaper, Feed Wrangler, Widgetsmith and Overcast, highlighting the challenges of managing essential roles and the benefits of strategic outsourcing. They emphasize planning for developer unavailability and discuss how spending money can free up time and improve sustainability.

Mar 28, 2025•30 min•Ep. 315

313: What's In Our Circles

Marco and David discuss their core values in software development, emphasizing user satisfaction and thoughtful design over pure metric optimization. They explore the trade-offs between business goals and creating enjoyable user experiences, advocating for a user-centric approach even if it means sacrificing potential revenue. They reflect on the personal satisfaction derived from solving challenging design problems and building software they are proud of.

Feb 28, 2025•30 min•Ep. 313