How to Level Up Your Chess Game: Building ChessHub.com

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เนื้อหาจัดทำโดย Nate Kadlac, Aaron Kardell, and Joseph Rueter เนื้อหาพอดแคสต์ทั้งหมด รวมถึงตอน กราฟิก และคำอธิบายพอดแคสต์ได้รับการอัปโหลดและจัดหาให้โดยตรงจาก Nate Kadlac, Aaron Kardell, and Joseph Rueter หรือพันธมิตรแพลตฟอร์มพอดแคสต์ของพวกเขา หากคุณเชื่อว่ามีบุคคลอื่นใช้งานที่มีลิขสิทธิ์ของคุณโดยไม่ได้รับอนุญาต คุณสามารถปฏิบัติตามขั้นตอนที่แสดงไว้ที่นี่ https://th.player.fm/legal

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Check out David's Resources:
https://www.chesshub.com/analysis/new

(00:00) - Introduction and Guest Welcome
(00:24) - David Ngo's Background and ChessHub Overview
(01:07) - David's Love for Chess
(02:35) - Challenges and Experiences in Chess
(05:41) - Creating and Growing ChessHub
(14:09) - Monetization and Advertising Insights
(21:58) - Future Plans and Features for ChessHub
(28:17) - Advice for Aspiring Game Creators
(30:21) - Conclusion and Contact Information

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How to Level Up Your Chess Game: Building ChessHub.com

Hey, Good Game

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Check out David's Resources:
https://www.chesshub.com/analysis/new

(00:00) - Introduction and Guest Welcome
(00:24) - David Ngo's Background and ChessHub Overview
(01:07) - David's Love for Chess
(02:35) - Challenges and Experiences in Chess
(05:41) - Creating and Growing ChessHub
(14:09) - Monetization and Advertising Insights
(21:58) - Future Plans and Features for ChessHub
(28:17) - Advice for Aspiring Game Creators
(30:21) - Conclusion and Contact Information

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Rens Rongen, the creator of the popular web game Ninja.io, to discuss the intricate process of game development, his inspirations, and how he balances his corporate work with his passion for creating engaging games. Rens shares insights into his creative process, the challenges of launching a multiplayer game, and the importance of community feedback in refining a project. He also touches on the role of publishers, the impact of advertising, and the joy of seeing users engage with his creations. As he prepares for the next chapter in both his personal and professional life, Rens reflects on the lessons learned and his plans for future projects. In this episode, you'll learn: Childhood Influence : Rens’ interest in game development was sparked in his childhood through drawing and playing games like Warcraft and Starcraft that allowed creating custom maps. Design Iteration : The episode highlights the importance of continuous iteration and how skills in design and graphics can evolve over time with practice. Technical Evolution : The transition from Flash to HTML5 significantly impacted Rens' development process, enabling more sophisticated multiplayer implementations. Feature Creep : The game development journey showed how feature creep can gradually turn a hobby project into a serious commitment. Importance of Feedback : Early user feedback is crucial. Releasing the game early, even in an imperfect state, allows for iterative improvements based on player responses. Choosing a Domain and Branding : The process of choosing a memorable and marketable domain name, such as ninja.io, is discussed, including challenges with availability and cost. Monetization Strategies : Understanding monetization via ads and considering other forms like selling customizations. Leveraging Publishers : Partnering with publishers like Poki can significantly amplify reach but may require compromises such as implementing language filters to meet platform standards. Handling Traffic Surges : Preparing for and managing server loads during significant spikes in user traffic after a major launch. Building a Community : Using platforms like Discord to engage users, gather feedback, and create a sense of community which may include organizing tournaments and user-generated content. Maintaining Balance : Balancing direct user interaction with productivity, as it can be both beneficial and distracting. Adaptability and Learning : Applying lessons learned from Ninja.io to future projects, including avoiding technical debt and setting up more organized and sustainable development processes. Life Changes : Handling personal life changes (like expecting a child) while managing ongoing projects and planning future endeavors. Perfectionism : The challenge of overcoming perfectionism and understanding that initial releases won’t be perfect but can improve significantly through iteration. Balancing Innovation and Stability : The need to innovate while ensuring the stability and scalability of the game’s infrastructure. Overall, this episode offers an in-depth look at the holistic development process of an indie game, from inspiration to long-term planning, and integration of user feedback, providing valuable lessons for aspiring game developers and entrepreneurs. Check out Rens's Resources: https://ninja.io/ https://x.com/NinjaIO_game https://www.reddit.com/r/ninjaio/ https://www.youtube.com/@NinjaIO https://discord.com/invite/yAYmSWZ -- (00:00) - Introduction to Game Development Challenges (00:21) - Meet Rens Rongen: Creator of Ninja.io (01:19) - Rens' Gaming Preferences and Inspirations (03:13) - The Evolution of Ninja.io (07:11) - From Hobby to Serious Project (14:08) - Launching Ninja.io: The Journey (19:11) - Reflecting on Past Mistakes (20:49) - The Challenges of Solo Development (22:29) - Partnering with Publishers (27:53) - Community Engagement and Feedback (29:55) - Monetization Strategies (35:56) - Future Projects and Personal Life (38:31) - Closing Thoughts and Contact Information -- Check out our brainy games: Sumplete - https://sumplete.com Squeezy - https://imsqueezy.com/ Kakuro Conquest - https://kakuroconquest.com Mathler - https://mathler.com Crosswordle - https://crosswordle.com Sudoku Conquest - https://sudokuconquest.com Hitori Conquest - https://hitoriconquest.com Wordga - https://wordga.com…

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Building Multiplayer Card Games: Insights from CardsJD.com 50:42

25 weeksที่แล้ว50:42

50:42

Jimmy Dickinson, the creator of CardsJD.com. Jimmy shares his journey from early console gaming to becoming a full-time indie developer, shedding light on the unique challenges of building multiplayer games. The discussion covers his transition from Intel to game development, offering insights into successful platform ports and the importance of versatile coding skills. James emphasizes marketing strategies, including App Store Optimization (ASO) and Search Engine Optimization (SEO), alongside his rebranding journey for better platform recognition. In this episode, you'll learn: Game Development Insights : They will hear about Jimmy Dickinson’s journey in game development, including his move from corporate jobs to full-time indie development. Challenges in Multiplayer Game Development : Jimmy discusses the intricacies and challenges, especially around maintaining chat and player interactions in multiplayer games. Entrepreneurship and Game Monetization : Insights into Jimmy's entrepreneurial mindset, strategies for monetizing games without disrupting player experience, and the balance between in-app purchases and ads. Community Building : Learn about Jimmy's emphasis on community building, from running chess tournaments to managing Facebook groups effectively. Technical Aspects and SEO Strategy : How Jimmy deals with technical challenges such as implementing leaderboards, optimizing for different platforms (iOS, Android), and his strategies for SEO to increase game visibility. Innovative Problem Solving : Hear about Jimmy’s unique approach to solving various problems with innovative tools, making offline functionalities more robust, and how he leverages his coding skills. Check out Jimmy's Resources: https://cardsjd.com/ https://cribbagecalculator.com/ https://twitter.com/jamesfdickinson https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesfdickinson/ Where to play Online: Cribbage JD - https://cardsjd.com/cribbage/ BracketJD - https://BracketJD.com eCribbage - http://ecribbage.com/ PlayOK cribbage - https://www.playok.com/en/cribbage/ Cribbage Pro - http://www.cribbagepro.net/ Facebook - https://fb.gg/play/jimmy-cribbage Contact: cribbage@jdsoftwarellc.com -- (00:00) - Introduction to Multiplayer Games (00:43) - Welcome to the Hey Good Game Podcast (01:33) - Jimmy Dickinson's Background and Career (02:24) - Early Programming and Game Development (05:02) - Entrepreneurial Journey and Challenges (10:13) - Developing and Marketing Games (24:20) - Chess Tournament Software and Innovations (26:23) - Adapting to COVID: Transforming Tournament Software (26:52) - Building a Community Through Online Tournaments (29:57) - Challenges in Multiplayer Game Development (31:07) - Enhancing User Experience with Leaderboards and Achievements (36:45) - Monetization Strategies for Indie Developers (48:54) - Managing and Growing Game Communities (51:18) - Conclusion and Contact Informatio -- Check out our brainy games: Sumplete - https://sumplete.com Squeezy - https://imsqueezy.com/ Kakuro Conquest - https://kakuroconquest.com Mathler - https://mathler.com Crosswordle - https://crosswordle.com Sudoku Conquest - https://sudokuconquest.com Hitori Conquest - https://hitoriconquest.com Wordga - https://wordga.com…