Category Archives: OS X

Android, iPhone, Java, Objective-C… madness

Posted on October 19, 2008 by Brian Pontarelli

Russ Teabeault and I were just talking about our recent experiences with Objective-C and developing applications for either the iPhone or OS X. In general, we both agree that Objective-C is necessary, but painful. The language is quasi-dynamic, not very … Continue reading →

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Java and command-tab fixed?

Posted on September 30, 2008 by Brian Pontarelli

I might be smokin’ crack, but I think that todays (September 30th, 2008) Java update from Apple finally fixed the command-tab issue. I haven’t verified it with different apps yet, but the ones I use regularly seem to be working … Continue reading →

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Hidden folders in OS X file dialogs

Posted on July 1, 2008 by Brian Pontarelli

Found a good shortcut for getting access to hidden folders in OS X file dialogs and the Finder. It requires some typing and it doesn’t auto-complete like Linux does, but it is better than nothing. Just hit Shift-Command-G to open … Continue reading →

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