Dev Blog: Phase One Update (Q2 2023)

Dev Blog: Phase One Update (Q2 2023)

Greetings, fellow meditators and hypno junkies(and patient souls who are following my coding journey),

I come to you with an update on the progress of our meditation app, and let me tell you, it has been quite an adventure. Now, before I dive into the details, I must confess something... I am a meditation enthusiast turned aspiring developer and let's just say my coding skills are a work in progress. But hey, that's what makes this journey all the more entertaining, right?

So, here's the lowdown on our oh-so-exciting Phase One development (or lack thereof):

1. The Foundation and Its Shaky Ground:
   • I managed to lay the foundation of our app, and it's as stable as a wobbly meditation cushion. But hey, Rome wasn't built in a day, and neither was my coding prowess.
2. The Elusive Hypnotic Spiral:
   • My grand plan of including a mesmerizing hypnotic spiral... well, let's just say it's still spinning in my dreams and not quite manifesting in the app. Turns out, coding spirals is a bit trickier than it seems. Oops!
3. Serenity Now... or Later:
   • I added some visual enhancements to create a peaceful ambiance, or at least that's what we envisioned. Expect soothing colors and backgrounds that will transport you to a zen-like state... or maybe just make you question my color-matching abilities.
4. Soundscapes and Off-Key Tunes:
   • I've integrated a range of meditation music and nature sounds to accompany your practice. Get ready for a mix of tranquil melodies and the occasional audio glitch that adds an unexpected twist to your meditation journey.
5. Tracking Your Non-Progress:
   • I've introduced a progress tracking system to record... well, the lack of progress. Embrace the beauty of empty statistics and marvel at the streaks that never quite happen. It's a unique way to appreciate the present moment, or rather, the lack thereof.

Now, here's the plan for the next leg of this epic adventure:

1. Guided Meditations... or Misadventures:
   • I'll expand our library of guided meditation sessions, featuring themes and instructors that will hopefully guide you to inner peace... or leave you questioning your life choices. Expect moments of enlightenment (or utter confusion).
2. Socially Awkward Features:
   • Get ready to share your meditation milestones and achievements with friends... or your imaginary meditation buddy. We're building a community platform for connecting with fellow practitioners, because shared awkwardness is half the fun.
3. Reminders and Notifications... or Distractions Galore:
   • I'll introduce friendly reminders to nudge you back into your meditation groove. Brace yourself for notifications that may or may not disrupt your state of bliss. It's all part of the excitement, right?
4. Multi-platform Chaos:
   • I'll embark on the wild journey of bringing our app to iOS and Android platforms. Brace yourself for cross-platform chaos and unexpected compatibility issues. Hey, at least it will make for some entertaining stories!

As you can see, our adventure is far from smooth sailing, but I'm determined to make it a delightful (and slightly chaotic) experience. Stay tuned for more updates, mishaps, and moments of enlightenment. And hey, feel free to share your own coding horror stories or send some virtual encouragement my way. I need all the help I can get!

Until next time, may your code be bug-free and your meditations be blissfully distracting.

Yours (questionably) sincerely, [Larry/Stillness Studio]