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Momentum beats order every time

Tim Ruswick argues that shipping momentum matters more than perfect task ordering in game development. The practical takeaway is simple: if you’re stuck optimizing your list, start the highest-value task …

Tim Ruswick ·
indie productivity project management shipping momentum
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Why you sit in Godot for hours and get nothing done

Tim Ruswick says long, unproductive Godot sessions usually come from tasks that are too large to start. The fix is to break work down until each step feels almost boring, …

Tim Ruswick ·
godot productivity task breakdown solo dev planning
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my thoughts on AI coding

Freya Holmér lays out a skeptical take on AI coding, arguing that the tools can speed up boilerplate but still fall short on real engineering judgment. For game teams, the …

Freya Holmér ·
ai coding workflow code review productivity
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Game Dev Isn't Too Hard – You're Just Doing It Wrong

Tim Ruswick argues that most game dev frustration comes from process, not engine choice or raw discipline. He points to vague goals, bad task ranking, and avoidance of boring work …

Tim Ruswick ·
productivity project management solo dev workflow
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11 hour game dev sesh

An 11-hour game dev session is a reminder that marathon sprints can produce momentum, but they also expose how quickly focus, quality, and judgment can slip. For small teams and …

Tim Ruswick ·
game-development crunch productivity production indie
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How to Use AI for Programming

AI coding assistants are becoming part of the everyday programming workflow, but the real value comes from using them as accelerators, not replacements. The practical win is faster iteration on …

The Cherno ·
ai programming workflow productivity
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Another game dev course wont help you

For solo devs and indies, the next course is rarely the fix. The real bottleneck is usually execution: building, finishing, getting feedback, and shipping. If you already know the basics, …

Tim Ruswick ·
game-development indie solo-dev learning shipping +1
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Blender Smart Maximizer Free Add-On Released

The new Blender Smart Maximizer add-on streamlines the workflow for 3D artists by allowing them to quickly maximize the 3D viewport. This free tool, created by @FR3NKD, simplifies the installation …

Mike ·
blender dlc productivity
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A look ahead for 2026

Defold is gearing up for significant enhancements in 2026, focusing on editor productivity and 3D capabilities. Developers can expect improved workflows, faster performance, and new features like a Light component …

Defold ·
defold 3d development editor enhancements productivity
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A look ahead for 2026

Defold is gearing up for significant enhancements in 2026, focusing on productivity and performance improvements for game developers. With plans for a more customizable editor and better support for 3D …

Defold ·
defold 2026 roadmap 3d graphics productivity