I write music and create YouTube videos on a variety of musical topics. I am VP of product at https://t.co/R2XvG1x1cS, overseeing MuseScore, Audacity, Ultimate Guitar and others.
Aug 10 • 4 tweets • 1 min read
I was the first designer who worked on this app and also the last one to document it before it was shelved. Paint 3D was a big disappointment. The strategy changed constantly. Initially, it was intended to be a modern version of Paint. The '3D' angle destroyed it. A real pity.
Also, active development of this app ceased in 2018. Any updates would have been minor bug fixes or compatibility upgrades.
May 26 • 12 tweets • 4 min read
1. I'm legit shocked by the design of @Meta's new notification informing us they want to use the content we post to train their AI models. It's intentionally designed to be highly awkward in order to minimise the number of users who will object to it. Let me break it down. 2. I should start by mentioning that I've worked in growth teams who conduct experiments to minimise friction for over a decade and I know how to streamline an experience. Rule: every additional step you add dramatically decrease the % of people who'll make it through to the end.
Nov 16, 2022 • 4 tweets • 1 min read
Guitar tab folk: get ready for some serious pedantry!
Which style do you prefer for tied notes crossing barlines? (images below)
Ultimately, we'll provide all three options but I'm curious anyway.
Option 1