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Mark Rubin, PhD: Indie Apps & Building Creative Software
Mark Rubin combines software development, consulting, and entrepreneurship to create applications across a wide range of fields. As the founder of Smappsoft and an experienced iOS developer, he has built apps spanning social networking, photo sharing, games, and music. His career reflects the possibilities of independent software development, where technical skills and creative problem solving…

Mark Rubin

Tammy Coron

Tim Mitra
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Max Botkin: Screenwriting & Bringing Stories to Life
Max Botkin works at the intersection of writing and filmmaking, creating stories designed for the screen. As a screenwriter and producer, he develops characters, worlds, and narratives that move from imagination into finished productions. His creative process reflects the challenges of shaping ideas into compelling visual stories. Through screenwriting and production, Max explores how persistence,…

Max Botkin

Tammy Coron

Tim Mitra
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Justin Purvis: Movie Trivia & Turning Passion Into Play
Justin Purvis created Movie Buff, a card game built around the joy of remembering movie quotes, facts, and moments from the films people love. His work transforms a personal passion for movies into an interactive experience that brings people together. By combining entertainment, storytelling, and game design, Justin shows how creative ideas can grow from…

Justin Purvis

Tammy Coron

Tim Mitra
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Paul Hudson: Teaching Swift & Building a Developer Community
Paul Hudson blends technology writing, software development, and education to help others learn how to build apps. After years as a computer journalist, he shifted his focus toward creating resources for developers and sharing practical programming knowledge. With experience developing numerous apps and writing tutorials, Paul has built a career around making complex ideas easier…

Paul Hudson

Tammy Coron

Tim Mitra
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Sean Dailey: Storytelling Across Video, Sound & Media
Sean Dailey works across multiple creative disciplines, including television direction, live sound, photojournalism, video editing, production, and social media. His career reflects a willingness to move between different forms of storytelling and find the best medium for each project. By combining technical production skills with visual and narrative instincts, Sean creates experiences that connect people…

Sean Dailey

Tammy Coron

Tim Mitra
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Alex Andrews: Indie Apps & Creating Your Own Path
Alex Andrews builds educational apps that combine technology with music learning. As the founder of Ten Kettles, he creates tools that help people explore music while embracing the challenges and opportunities of independent development. His work also reflects a thoughtful approach to running a one-person company, where creative direction, product decisions, and business responsibilities all…

Alex Andrews

Tammy Coron

Tim Mitra
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Jaime Lopez: Building Better Apps Through Human-Centered Development
Jaime Lopez combines software development with a passion for creating approachable and enjoyable user experiences. As an iOS developer and co-host of More Than Just Code, he focuses on building apps that feel welcoming, especially for people who may not consider themselves technology experts. His work reflects a belief that great software is not only…

Jaime Lopez

Tammy Coron

Tim Mitra
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Johanna Rothman: Practical Leadership & Solving Hard Problems
Johanna Rothman has built a career helping people navigate difficult challenges with practical advice, thoughtful analysis, and a healthy sense of humor. Known as the Pragmatic Manager, she writes and teaches about management, leadership, and the realities of getting work done. Through books, writing, and consulting, Johanna turns complicated workplace problems into actionable ideas. Her…

Johanna Rothman

Tammy Coron

Tim Mitra
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Brian Moakley: Teaching Code & Sharing Creative Knowledge
Brian Moakley helps developers grow through courses and educational content focused on iOS development. As an instructor at Razeware, he transforms technical concepts into approachable learning experiences that help others build their skills. Beyond teaching, Brian’s creative life includes board games, aikido, and the ongoing challenge of balancing personal interests with family life. His work…

Brian Moakley

Tammy Coron

Tim Mitra
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Cian Walsh: Designing Experiences Beyond the Screen
Cian Walsh brings together product design, user experience, and problem solving to create tools that feel intuitive and approachable. His work includes icon design for products like OmniFocus and OmniGraffle, while his later projects explore how design can adapt to entirely different environments. Through Marine User Experience, Cian applies his design skills to the challenges…

Cian Walsh

Tammy Coron

Tim Mitra