[Ep309] Gut Nerve KABLAM

[Ep309] Gut Nerve KABLAM

Author: Butterscotch Shenanigans May 5, 2021 Duration: 54:47
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Good day, Shenanites! This week, we talk about why ketchup is in the sink, weird replay value, and the ratcheting cost of rewards. Early commitments might mean turning down future opportunities. But hey, if it makes sense for you to do, then do it. After all, if it’s good enough for physics, then it’s good enough for us.

Podcast recs: This American Life, Radiolab, The Cut, Syntax.fm, Darknet Diaries Book rec: Phallacy by Emily Willingham

Questions answered (abbreviated):

  • Gearwip Toppybeep: Are there any podcasts that you listen to often and would recommend? Elyip Nipmoppa: Can you share the web dev podcasts and blogs you follow?
  • Emaerchie Coolayuppa: Any tips for getting from ok at touch typing to blazingly fast? Do you use intellisense at all when coding, or is it faster to just type?
  • Xeflat Doorveer: How do you share/store game assets so everyone can access them? Do you use version control for any assets other than code?
  • Woland77: What are your attitudes towards using crowdfunding for BScotch projects?

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