Info- 72813: Surveillance, Privacy, AI, user experience

AI promised a revolution, a seamless connection between human intent and machine execution. Yet for countless users, especially those new to its capabilities, the experience is often as unbearable as shouting into the void—distant, dull, ...read more

A common problem often arises: so-called feature creep. This blog post explores what feature creep is, its causes, its symptoms, and how weak leadership can significantly contribute to it. We explore real-life examples and discuss ...read more

They offer us a wealth of free features, from social media to gaming platforms. However, as the use of these user-friendly applications increases, so ...read more

We wield considerable influence in the technology industry. Our decisions not only shape the products we develop, but also impact the entire technology landscape and user rights. A critical issue affecting both developers and users is ...read more

Player feedback plays a crucial role in shaping game stories. This blog post explores how developers use player interactions to influence the direction and depth of their games' storylines. Understanding the impact of player feedback can ...read more

Developers and platforms often claim to offer their users unparalleled convenience. This blog post explores the ethical aspects of selling convenience in games and how this concept can both benefit and potentially exploit consumers. We ...read more

Cloud computing has become the backbone of many businesses and development processes. It offers scalability, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness that are hard to ignore. However, a major challenge with this technology is remote debugging ...read more

Forget sidekicks; adopt real companions. The era of mere non-playable characters (NPCs) is over. This blog post demonstrates how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming in-game companions from static objects into dynamic, intelligent ...read more

It's becoming increasingly clear that the traditional work model faces significant challenges when it comes to attracting and retaining talent. This shift particularly affects two generations who are redefining their expectations regarding ...read more

Manual feature testing is a bottleneck—a human-driven process prone to errors and fatigue. But what if an AI could tirelessly test every game feature, uncovering hidden bugs and edge cases with superhuman speed and accuracy? Artificial ...read more

In the interconnected world of digital communication, freedom of expression is a fundamental right that allows everyone to express their thoughts and opinions without hindrance. However, as platforms have created globally accessible forums ...read more

There's often a mythical figure known as the "hero developer." This figure is typically portrayed as a lone genius who single-handedly solves complex problems, delivers projects on time, and seemingly never encounters frustration or ...read more

In today's world, smartphones are not just tools for communication but have become an extension of our personal digital assistants. Apple's iPhone offers a robust feature called -Shortcuts,- which allows users to automate tasks using the ...read more

A new wave of tools and platforms is gaining traction, promising to reduce the complexity of programming. These are known as low-code development environments (LCDEs) or low-code platforms (LCPs). In this blog post, we explore what ...read more

The Dreamcast, the brainchild of gaming legend Sega, launched in November 1998. As an eighth-generation console, it was intended to compete with ...read more

Optimizing game performance is no longer an art, but a science—a symphony of precision where artificial intelligence conducts the orchestra. As developers push the boundaries of visual and interactive possibilities, identifying and ...read more

It may come as a surprise that these seemingly innocuous platforms collect and analyze data about their users-information that can sometimes include ...read more

Game development is both an art and a science, encompassing the creation of immersive worlds through music, sound effects, and audio. While professional game studios often rely on licensed sound libraries to enhance their games, ...read more

Mobile gaming has become a staple for children and families alike. Given the wide range of options available, it's important to consider not only the fun factor but also the potential data collection practices of these games. This blog ...read more

We put our heart and soul into developing something new. It's exciting when an idea takes shape, but it can also be challenging when details like the game name are forgotten. In this blog post, I'd like to share an experience where ...read more