Mac Power Users 706: Media Management with Casey Liss
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Aug 20, 2023 
Casey Liss, an iOS developer and podcaster, joins the discussion to showcase his new app, CallSheet, designed for trivia and details about movies and TV shows. He dives into his transition from an iMac Pro to a MacBook Pro and the tech setups he finds work best. The conversation highlights innovative spoiler management features in CallSheet and offers insights into optimizing media management with Plex and Sonos. Liss shares his experiences with crowdsourced databases and emphasizes the importance of user-friendly design in app development.
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Casey's iPad Pro Usage
- Casey Liss uses an 11-inch M2 iPad Pro primarily for sidecar and on-the-go productivity.
- He values its cellular connectivity and portability, although he doesn't heavily rely on it like other iPad power users.
CallSheet's Origin
- Casey Liss built CallSheet, an app offering an alternative to IMDb, driven by frustration with IMDb's user experience.
- CallSheet prioritizes a clean interface, spoiler controls, and thoughtful design choices.
SwiftUI Experience
- Casey Liss built CallSheet using SwiftUI, praising its speed and efficiency for development.
- He acknowledges SwiftUI's occasional limitations when deviating from standard patterns.