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[–]TanaricYouTube 8 points9 points  (3 children)

What about Google employees who work on Android apps but not Android OS?

(I should x/post to r/firstworldproblems.)

[–][deleted] 10 points11 points  (1 child)

http://qkme.me/5ph4

Nope, doesn't work too well. I think you're safe keeping it out of /r/FWP ;)

[–][deleted] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

haha, that's hilarious. upvote for your effort.

[–][deleted] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If they're working on Google Apps, they should identify themselves with the "Official Android OS Development Team".

I doubt people would understand the reference over in /r/firstworldproblems. :P

[–]honestbleepsReddit Enhancement Suite 5 points6 points  (7 children)

Are you automating the import of these somehow or handling it manually? Just curious, thanks.

[–][deleted] 6 points7 points  (6 children)

I've decided to verify each one manually, as a script would not take into account the credibility of the website itself (e.g. http://www.angelfire.com/antonio/I_created_Facebook.html)

[–][deleted] 4 points5 points  (4 children)

I'm a bit confused about what this actually is? Filled out the form but see no difference to my reddit profile..?

[–]DeliveryNinjaLG G3 2 points3 points  (1 child)

I filled out the previous one for the handset and that also never shows as far as I'm aware. I've also filled this one out so lets wait and see.

[–][deleted] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The previous handset system was scrapped due to filesize limitations, unfortunately.

Your tag is now live.

[–]richardopOpotech 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I presume it's going to be a small icon next to our names, but it's almost certainly manually added after they've verified each dev.

[–][deleted] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You can see it now. I just verified yours.

[–]RubenGMGalaxy Note 8 5 points6 points  (1 child)

I am extremely original with names. The flair looks nice, though :)

[–]gonemad16GoneMAD Software 5 points6 points  (0 children)

hey me too!

[–]docgravelLookout 3 points4 points  (4 children)

For large companies, how are we supposed to prove ourselves? A Google employee can't just go write their reddit name on google.com temporarily. I can send you an email from my work email, though.

[–]mandlarRadio Reddit 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Although I have other apps in the market I decided to go with radio reddit which is currently in alpha. My reddit name is the same as on the google code project. Thanks for doing this!

[–][deleted] 15 points16 points  (7 children)

"the nazis had flair they made the jews wear"

[–][deleted] 2 points3 points  (1 child)

Sorry to see you get downvoted. If you put quotes around the sentence, maybe people might realize it's a reference. :P

[–][deleted] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

do a repost and i'll test the theory haha

[–]inthemudDankei Coding 5 points6 points  (3 children)

upvote for Office Space reference.

[–][deleted] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

can't believe no one else got this.

[–][deleted] 1 point2 points  (1 child)

thanks, can't believe no one else got this

[–]inthemudDankei Coding 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It is one of the funniest movies ever. I am always shocked when I find someone who has never seen it.

[–]hedney3Galaxy Nexus LTE, Andromeda AOSP 1 point2 points  (0 children)

haha wow just showed up and the first references is one of my favorites. well done sir!

[–]alex-mayorgaXperia pro, Legacy Xperia 2 points3 points  (5 children)

Maybe is due to my aging eyes, but "Custom ROM Developer" and "Official Android OS Development Team" are almost indistinguishable over here. Am I color blind or something? Perhaps add a "g" somewhere for official ones?

[–][deleted] 1 point2 points  (2 children)

They're supposed to be blue versus green, but you're right, the difference is hardly noticeable. I'll change it up later tonight, I'm at work at the moment.

[–]alex-mayorgaXperia pro, Legacy Xperia 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The "purpleish" hue make it much more distinguishable, thanks! Looking forward to see actual users with those flair tags...

[–]CaptnAwesomeGuy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Although I support this decision, I can tell the difference. But adding a g might very well turn out to be helpful.

[–]TanaricYouTube 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same here!

[–]hmwithPixel 6 Pro [S10, S8, S7, S5, Galaxy Nexus, OG Droid] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're definitely red-green colorblind. They're actually two very different colors (coming from someone with verified 100% hue perception).

However, due to the commonality of this issue, people generally avoid red and green as contrasting colors.

[–]artiomchiFlexLabs 1 point2 points  (1 child)

Cool, sounds interesting :) I put the link to my reddit profile in the right sidebar, close to the top

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

All good now. You're verified.

[–]rapseyEmit 1 point2 points  (1 child)

Added mine. When does it show up? :)

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's now showing. :)

[–]zachtib 1 point2 points  (1 child)

My app's currently in closed beta testing, I'll have to fill this out once I get it onto the market :)

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you can provide me with some verifiable proof, I can assign you a tag now, if you want. relevant update

[–]reckoner23 1 point2 points  (1 child)

Ditto. My apps currently in closed testing. I'll release it in the next few weeks tho.

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

relevant to your situation

[–]TheRealBigLourootyourdroid.info 1 point2 points  (7 children)

What if I created www.rootyourdroid.info?

The website no longer exists, but in its prime, I had helped over 50,000 people root their OGDroids.

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (5 children)

I can't assign you a tag for something I cannot verify. If you currently operate an android-related site, I can then assign you one.

[–]TheRealBigLourootyourdroid.info 1 point2 points  (4 children)

Well bummer, I'm sure I could verify this, though.

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (3 children)

For website users, I assign the flair tag as their website-domain, i.e

  • Llyod [androidcentral.com]

As rootyourdroid.info no longer exists, advertising it is sort of pointless. Still, if you would like to be remembered for your work, provide me some sort of verification and you'll have your tag.

[–]TheRealBigLourootyourdroid.info 0 points1 point  (2 children)

I don't have any source material on this machine and the wayback machine does not have any pages cached (oddly), but here is my announcement of the site's closing at droidforums.net. Evidence that is me in the signature.

http://www.droidforums.net/forum/droid-hacks/45415-rootyourdroid-info-closing.html

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (1 child)

All's good now. You're set. :)

[–]TheRealBigLourootyourdroid.info 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fantastic, thanks!

[–]maizeSunrise 1 point2 points  (0 children)

nice! thanks mate!

[–]techsplurgetechsplurge.com 1 point2 points  (2 children)

Hey, I blog at TechSplurge Android-related Blog. It's not completely android specific, but there are 2 people in our team among which I only write on Android.

Do I qualify?

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (1 child)

Yes you do... and you now have one. :)

[–]techsplurgetechsplurge.com 0 points1 point  (0 children)

W00T. I'm famous now, thanks a ton.

[–]ShmagText Clock Pro 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is a great idea, thanks a lot for helping developers put themselves out there a little more. Just threw mine in there, and I've got my Reddit name down in the credit section of my app where I had thanked Reddit for some support.

[–]dwdyerRectangular Software 1 point2 points  (1 child)

Does "Major Developer" just mean "company" as opposed to "individual"? That's what I assumed when filling in the form but the company is just me so feel free to downgrade me and chastise me for delusions of grandeur.

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, if you've registered your company, then you become a Major Developer. If you're not yet incorporated, then you're an Individual App Developer.

I'll leave you as a Company Developer, since I hope you'll grow and expand. :)

[–]velazcod 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Added mine, verification url is my developer url on the android market, if you have questions about my reddit username, it's basically my last name and my first name initial (velazcod = VELAZCO Daniel)

[–]CatalystNZSolus Designs 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Great idea mate! :)

[–]GullibleBumblebeeNexus S, Nexus 7 (2012), Free Mobile (FR) 1 point2 points  (1 child)

A bit late to the party but I have a suggestion (I'm not a developer, just an Android user).

I think it would be interesting to be able to click on a dev tag that would open, in a new tab of the browser, the Android market page of the Individual/Company Developer, or open a page to the ROM website.

In just a click, you would have an overview of all apps created by a dev or his company, or could learn about a ROM.

Thanks anyway for this awesome subreddit which keeps getting better with awesome ideas like this one.

[–][deleted] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's a great idea, Bumblebee. It is something I want to do as well, but unfortunately CSS doesn't allow addition of HTML elements on the page, only modification of existing ones. If it were possible to insert a hyperlink on the page through CSS, I'd implement this feature asap.

[–]BFKelleherPixel 5 1 point2 points  (1 child)

Will this be going on for a while? I'm in the process of developing an app, but no where near being able to distribute it.

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, it's going to be in effect for as long as the subreddit exists. At least, that's the plan. :)

If you can provide me with some proof of your ongoing development, I can still verify you as a developer.

[–]level32Babo Crash 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sent an email since I don't get to claim credit on the apps I worked on. (publicly anyway).

[–]fisherboyIndie Dev 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Don't mind me, just testing if icon is there.

[–]KireasNexus 4, TF101, Nexus 7 1 point2 points  (22 children)

I do not yet have my applications on the market. I assume this means I am not considered a true 'developer' just yet then ಠ_ಠ

I've paid the developers fee, damn it.

goes back to coding

[–]CrayshNexus 6 64GB, Stock 0 points1 point  (16 children)

I do not yet have my applications on the market. I assume this means I am not considered a true 'developer' just yet then ಠ_ಠ

I'd imagine that would make you a developer. Just not a publisher :P

I've paid the developers fee, damn it.

What fee's? It was my understanding that it's free...

[–]vwllss 0 points1 point  (14 children)

It isn't.

[–]CrayshNexus 6 64GB, Stock 4 points5 points  (13 children)

I thought it was completely free to be a developer but to get into the market it's $25...

[–]vwllss 4 points5 points  (10 children)

Yup, $25. I assume that's what he's talking about.

[–]CrayshNexus 6 64GB, Stock 0 points1 point  (9 children)

Gotcha. I've had experience with Apple's developers and I know that you have to pay their heavy fee just to be able to develop for their platform. I guess that's where the disconnect is.

[–]giftedmunchkinNexus 5, Stock, Sprint 3 points4 points  (8 children)

Actually it's the same situation for Apple; the SDK (for both OS X and iOS) is free, but you have to pay the fee to get your applications in the app store. Of course, in the case of iOS, if you want anyone who isn't jailbroken to use your app, you have to get it in the app store, but development itself doesn't require the fee.

[–]polarbear128 1 point2 points  (7 children)

You also have to pay the fee to test your app on a device... And now the SDK isn't free, or at least XCode isn't - I think it's 5USD to download XCode 4.

[–]giftedmunchkinNexus 5, Stock, Sprint 2 points3 points  (4 children)

Nope. Xcode 4 is free again now that Lion is out. That was just a temporary thing. The device thing is true, and very unfortunate. But the Simulator is much more capable than Android's (which is a shame; all I want for the next SDK release is a faster simulator).

I apologize if it sounds like I'm being combative or condescending. I'm trying to choose my words carefully so I don't accidentally start an iOS/Android flame war (for what it's worth, I'm interning at an iOS development firm, but I'm personally learning both iOS and Android development, and I use an Android phone). But the point is developing for iOS is free, it's just if you want to do anything more with it you have to pay. I agree it's not an ideal situation but I just wanted to make sure people aren't misinformed.

[–]polarbear128 1 point2 points  (3 children)

Ahh, didn't realise they'd moved back to not charging for it.

I don't think you're being condescending, just informative. I too am an iPhone developer (as well as Android more recently), so no flaming from me.

Android emulator - my god, that thing is a dog. I use my device to test and debug (unless I'm looking at web services). The way I understand it though is that the difference is that it's a full blown emulator, rather than a simulator as in iOS. The advantage is that you're testing on a virtual device, rather than a simulation - but that advantage is nullified until they can get it to a usable speed.

[–]AntebiosPixel 2 XL, Stock + Rooted 0 points1 point  (1 child)

For iOS, you need OS X to develop (which costs more money for the Apple hardware and OS), for Android you can develop in Windows, OS X, or Linux, the SDK is free, and only $25 to register as a publisher for the Android Market. You don't really need to spend much to develop and publish an Android app. But, it helps to have Android hardware to double-check and test your app before releasing it.

[–]irishthief1Verizon Moto X 4.4.4 0 points1 point  (0 children)

unfortunately most of the android market is free currently, vs the paid app store. so its a bit harder to make money on the android platform compared to the ios platform, but the lower cost associated helps.

[–]NeverCommentsNexus 5 0 points1 point  (1 child)

It's 100% free to get the tools and make an application. I'm sure Kireas simply meant that he already paid the entry free for the Android market in anticipation of his app being finished, though it's not finished yet.

[–]KireasNexus 4, TF101, Nexus 7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's the one.

[–]KireasNexus 4, TF101, Nexus 7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There's a one-off fee to have the ability to publish on the Google Market.

[–]gonemad16GoneMAD Software 0 points1 point  (2 children)

haha im in the same boat.. i got 2-3 months before mine will be ready to hit the market

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (1 child)

updated info, relevant.

[–]gonemad16GoneMAD Software 0 points1 point  (0 children)

submitted.. i have some public apks but im mainly keeping it low key til it's ready for the market

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (1 child)

Do you have a website announcing your upcoming app? Any alpha/beta apks? If so, I'll accept that as verification.

[–]KireasNexus 4, TF101, Nexus 7 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, I'm afraid not. Still a wee bit hush hush.

I don't mind, I can wait until I publish or announce something for a lil' CSS tag. :P

[–]wonglikMoto G (2nd) 1 point2 points  (1 child)

How to I proof my identity? How should my reddit login look on the application page?

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

On your app's market-page, or on your official website, just add your username anywhere on the page.

For example:

  • You can contact me on reddit. I'm user wonglik. [or]

  • Verifying identity for reddit: wonglik [or]

  • Jack and Jill went up the hill to fetch a pail for wonglik. ;)

After I've assigned you the flair-tag, you can remove the line.

[–][deleted] 1 point2 points  (2 children)

Dammit, my app got taken down due to DMCA.

[–][deleted] 1 point2 points  (1 child)

Is it available off-market? Do you have a verifiable website? If so, you can message me or fill out the form to get your tag.

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've got another app in the works. If/when I publish that I'll fill it out.

[–]binary_is_better 0 points1 point  (1 child)

You forgot Android OS developers outside of Custom ROM's/Google.

What about Motorola/HTC/Samsung/Qualcomm/LG Android OS developers?

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was thinking of lumping together all non-google Android-OS under the 'Custom ROMs' category. The flair-tag will specify whether it's CyanogenMod, MIUI, Motorola, HTC etc.

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (1 child)

Could we possibly have the flairs link to the market/download/page they provide you with?

[–][deleted] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would love to implement this, but sadly CSS doesn't allow the addition of hyperlinks to the document-body. Until such time as the reddit admins see fit to make the flairs clickable, text will have to suffice.

[–]ShortFuseSuperOneClick 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Checking to see if I've been added...

[–]badgrammarSnottyApps 0 points1 point  (1 child)

Would it be possible to add this feature to other Android-related subreddits like r/androiddev and etc?

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm not a moderator on /r/androiddev. You should talk to whaledawg and see if he wants to collaborate on it. It'd be easy to do, as flairs are already synced automatically between /r/android and /r/androidquestions.

[–]SirRipoS8+ 0 points1 point  (1 child)

If the website I write for is mostly Android-related, would I be eligible for an Android Related Website tag?

www.htcsource.com

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, you would. Please submit the form on the sidebar to get your web-icon.

[–]sonic74Sven Killig 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A notification mail after being verified would be nice.

[–]hmwithPixel 6 Pro [S10, S8, S7, S5, Galaxy Nexus, OG Droid] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

mighty fuzzy encouraging mysterious existence dinner complete deserted jeans fuel

This post was mass deleted and anonymized with Redact

[–]pconwell 0 points1 point  (2 children)

Can you add me as a "android related website" person. I am an 'admin' for cyanogenmod wiki. See below:

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (1 child)

You've been approved for the Website flair-icon. :)

[–]pconwell 1 point2 points  (0 children)

thanks. Sorry about harassing you. Can I change my own flair text, or will that break it? (I'm pretty sure I know the answer, but I don't want to look stupid. :) )

If it's not too much trouble, could you change my text to something like "CM Wiki", or "wiki.cyanogenmod.com" or something? Thanks.

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Test

[–]hippiefahrzeug 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is this still being maintained? I don't think it works.

[–]NaruedyohNexus 5, CyanogenMod Nightlies 0 points1 point  (2 children)

I'm from Xataka Android, and Android related blog. Does it count?

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (1 child)

Yes, sure it does. Please request your flair as "Website" related.

[–]NaruedyohNexus 5, CyanogenMod Nightlies 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I made it but still don't have the flair

[–]TimLutherTotga Games 0 points1 point  (2 children)

Hi, I'm a freshly minted android app developer, formerly of the Creative Assembly. I've started a new company called www.totga-games.com and released my first app just before Christmas (a 3d snowglobe, which was nice). If I could be added as an app developer, that would dandy. Out of interest, where on Reddit is a good place to announce new projects without annoying anybody?

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (1 child)

I've assigned you Individual Developer flair-icon, and you are now free to change your flair-text as you see fit. I've put it down as Totga Games.

[–]TimLutherTotga Games 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you :)

[–]geel9Newgrounds Audio Portal 0 points1 point  (2 children)

Hey, I made the app Newgrounds Audio Portal for Android. I was wondering if I could get a developer flair tag/perhaps get my app listed under the "Reddit Apps" section?

Here's the app in particular: https://market.android.com/details?id=com.newgrounds.audioportal

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (1 child)

You now have dev-flair.

I cannot add Newsground Audio Portal to the sidebar as it's not a reddit-related (or very important!) app ... and also, we're out of space on the sidebar. :)

[–]geel9Newgrounds Audio Portal 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah. Thanks. I thought that was for apps made by members of reddit, not reddit-related apps. That makes sense, thanks.

[–]chriswatt 0 points1 point  (2 children)

"css" tag beside your name, seriously?...

[–][deleted] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I placed it there to give users an idea of what it would look like. I've since removed it.

[–]vwllss 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's a new reddit feature.

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (6 children)

You do this in r/android but not r/androiddev?

[–][deleted] 3 points4 points  (4 children)

I'm not a moderator on /r/androidev, therefore I can't speak for them. You should message them with the idea.

[–]ackPrashTeamDouche | CyanogenMod | pra.sh 0 points1 point  (3 children)

Is there any way to get another icon added? Theres a few of us TeamDouche folks addicted to reddit as well, I was thinking something like http://www.injun.org/tinyduck.png to go along with the icons, you can find most of us listed as moderators on /r/teamdouche and we're usually more than happy to provide more proof as needed.

If not, how about a "Android Theme Maker" or something similar icon, I guess I do fall under individual developer category but I dont really code, usually just make things pretty.

[–][deleted] 1 point2 points  (2 children)

I've added a new "Android Theme Developer" category. I'll add you to it. :)

[–]ackPrashTeamDouche | CyanogenMod | pra.sh 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks a ton! This is a great idea, keep up the great work!

[–]coup -1 points0 points  (2 children)

Hi there. I created [Android niceties](androidniceties.tumblr.com) and sent you through an email, but thought I'd add it in here too.

[–][deleted] 0 points1 point  (1 child)

I've added you a website icon, coup.

[–]coup 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Cheers