Constant Variables
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Constant Variables is a show where we take a non-technical look at iOS and Android app development. We help non-technical co-founders of mobile app products become more comfortable with technical jargon and concepts in order to help them turn their ideas into successful apps.
Constant Variables
6d ago
When using payment processing software within an app or website, you’ll find dozens of provider options.
JMG’s CTO, Tom Whitten, shares why developers prefer to work with Stripe and the value business owners can get from discussing payment provider options with their development team.
**Show Links**
Find full show notes at https://constantvariables.co
Chat with JMG | https://jmg.mn/chat
Tom Whitten on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-whitten-5857a52b0/
Michael Roth on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/michae ..read more
Constant Variables
6d ago
Dynamic links are intrinsic to marketing campaigns, and Google’s discontinuation of its popular Firebase Dynamic Links tool has businesses concerned about the status of their URLs.
JMG CTO, Tom Whitten, joins Michael Roth to address the implications of Firebase no longer supporting dynamic links come August 2025 and why business owners should start migrating their links to another service provider right away.
**Show Links**
Find full show notes at https://constantvariables.co
Chat with JMG about dynamic links | https://jmg.mn/chat
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Constant Variables
6d ago
How do alt tags work? Why are they important for a website? Can an AI tool create alt tags for you?
Tom Whitten hears questions like these daily in his role as CTO of a software development company. He joins Michael Roth to explain the impact alt tags can have on SEO and when an AI tool can help implement them.
**Show Links**
Find full show notes at https://constantvariables.co
Chat with JMG about alt tags | https://jmg.mn/chat
Tom Whitten on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-whitten-5857a52b0/
Michael Roth on LinkedIn | https ..read more
Constant Variables
11M ago
How does a research project turn into a company with a story to sell? When “How does this not already exist?” is the overwhelming response to the idea.
CEO Mike Pitt shares the obvious need behind the development of Q-rounds, the complications around testing a product intended for hospital use, and why he hasn’t accepted the entrepreneur label.
SHOW LINKS
Email Mike Pitt | mike@q-rounds.com
Q-rounds.com | https://q-rounds.com/
Q-rounds on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/company/q-rounds
Michael Roth on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-roth-508772183/
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Constant Variables
1y ago
Babbl is navigating the noise of market news in order to help DIY investors stay on top of the market. Babbl Founder, Ramsey Shaffer, joins Michael Roth of The Jed Mahonis Group to explain how the technology uses sentiment tracking, why they focused on a web-only platform, and when a mobile app might come into play.
SHOW LINKS
Babbl’s website | https://babbl.dev
Promo code for Constant Variables audience for $4/mo subscription for life is ALPHA (limited time offer)
Michael Roth on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-roth-508772183/
Full episode show notes | https://const ..read more
Constant Variables
1y ago
The Vitals App is bridging communication with a mobile app that aids first responders, caregivers, and self-advocates during an emergency.
Vitals CMO Joe Meyers joins Michael Roth of The Jed Mahonis Group to explain how the technology works, how restraint can actually move you forward when building tech, and how he prioritizes feature feedback for the development team.
**SHOW LINKS**
Full show notes | https://constantvariables.co
Email Joe Meyers | joe@thevitalsapp.com
Joe Meyers on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/joemeyers19/
Download The Vitals App on iOS | https://a ..read more
Constant Variables
1y ago
OG podcast contributor, Rob Bentley, returns to the show to break down how Apple and Google’s newest operating systems will impact app owners.
In this episode, you will learn:
Android 13's changes for handling sensitive data within apps
Push notification permission requirements for Android apps
Why iOS 16 is requiring apps to have permission to access users’ pasteboards
Lock screen widget customizations for iOS apps
How iOS apps will be able to better integrate with Siri
How iOS apps can take advantage of Apple Wallet changes
Updates to in-app purchases for iOS apps
How many operating systems ..read more
Constant Variables
1y ago
Connecting with curiosity led Tim Schuster to found a church, which then evolved into a business to help other founders.
He joins Michael Roth of The Jed Mahonis Group to talk about how his company, Popup Think Tank, is helping founders get to the next level.
He shares why it’s never too soon for feedback, how to foster better conversation, and what leads to a productive community event (and why you should avoid hosting hybrid ones).
What makes Popup Think Tank different from other community events? Listen in and attend one yourself at this year’s Twin Cities Startup Week.
**SHOW LINKS**
Popup ..read more
Constant Variables
2y ago
If the term “API,” has you uttering "Oofda", this episode is for you.
Eric Caron, Senior Director of Digital Experience at Caribou Coffee, is back to talk nerdy with us about APIs.
To get to the very core of what an API is, Eric uses examples of APIs we use daily (and probably never realized).
He explains why APIs need good documentation, why an API should (and shouldn’t) be public, and why an API management solution should be utilized.
If you’re looking to learn more about APIs after listening to this episode, or want to teach others about APIs, don’t miss the links in our show notes where Er ..read more
Constant Variables
2y ago
If the term “Agile” has you uttering "Oofda", this episode is for you. Tim Bornholdt chats with expert project and product manager, Sarah Peete, about the nuances between project management methodologies.
**SHOW LINKS**
Sarah Peete on LinkedIn | https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-peete-5117057/
Cprime | https://www.cprime.com/product-agility/
Project Management Institute | https://www.pmi.org/
Rate and review the show on Apple Podcasts | https://constantvariables.co/review
Connect with The Jed Mahonis Group on LinkedIn | https://linkedin.com/company/the-jed-mahoni ..read more