Month: September 2018

  • Flutter — Set up and build a simple ListView

    Flutter: the cross-platform tool to build native iOS and Android apps I have recently started to learn Flutter, I am still at the very beginning exploring it. This article is my learning notes to show you how to build a simple ListView from scratch. Step 1: Install the SDK on macOS Not surprising that the […]

  • Going on a Home Automation Spree

    Going on a Home Automation Spree

    Just under a year ago I have inundated my house with Alexa’s and Google Home’s. I then went on a semi-expensive journey to fill my house with everything from wifi light switches, wifi sockets, Philips hue type bulbs(Yeelight) to Honeywell wifi thermostats. A year later, after spending a few pounds, is our life any better? […]

  • Startup tips: Why you should consider using Firebase

    Startup tips: Why you should consider using Firebase

    Any startup looking to develop a mobile app for either iOS or Android, a web app or any application that requires a backend, should seriously consider using Firebase as a backend. Why? There are so many reasons for it, but I will try to explain as succinctly as possible. The first reason is, comes at […]