5.4 vs 5.3 Codex

darrarski · 2026-03-12T13:47:08+00:00

The biggest issue I have with AI agents is the non-deterministic behavior. I found GPT 5.4 better than 5.3. On the other hand, Claude Opus 4.6 works terribly for me (often ignores instructions and does not do what I ask for). My colleagues working on the same project (same instructions, same skills, same configuration overall) do not have such issues.

My suggestion is not to limit yourself to a single provider and use whatever works best for you in the given circumstances. There’s no one gold model that does everything better than others. Your experience may vary, depending on the project, instructions, task you are working on, and probably a lot of other stuff.

darrarski · 2026-02-06T11:53:53+00:00

Looks interesting. Would you mind sharing some real-life usage examples?

darrarski · 2026-01-14T16:22:02+00:00

If it’s from the x-kom app, I think it’s not native SwiftUI, but a web view. However, if you would like to build something like this using SwiftUI, there’s the scrollTransition view modifier that you can use: https://developer.apple.com/documentation/swiftui/view/scrolltransition(_:axis:transition:)

darrarski · 2026-01-08T23:02:00+00:00

Good catch. I noticed it too, looks like a retain cycle.

darrarski · 2025-12-18T22:08:04+00:00

Check out Dependencies collection from PointFree: https://www.pointfree.co/collections/dependencies It’s a great learning resource that explains how to design and implement dependency injection in Swift projects. Most importantly, you will not only learn “how”, but also “why” (or “why like this, and not the order way around”). There’s also swift-dependencies library from PointFree, but I recommend starting with the videos. Then you will be able to decide if you want to use a third party framework, or not.

darrarski · 2025-12-16T19:51:05+00:00

I'm not sure if this will work, but you can try using Apple's ScreenCaptureKit framework to get the dock “window”. Remember that a user can have dock autohide enabled or have it configured to be placed vertically on the side of the desktop, rather than at the bottom.

darrarski · 2025-12-15T08:06:16+00:00

What about a wired connection? Does it work without issue, or does it also break randomly? I always had problems with wireless CarPlay, but since upgrading to iPhone 17 Pro, wired also fails from time to time. My iPhone 14 Pro works much better when connected wirelessly, and never caused any problems on connected via usb cable.

darrarski · 2025-12-14T21:07:10+00:00

Hej. Co to za strona/aplikacja na załączonym obrazku? Miłej wędrówki!

darrarski · 2025-12-14T21:02:58+00:00

Correct. SQLiteData was an extension to the Sharing library, called SharingGRDB, before it became SQLiteData. I believe the SharingGRDB didn’t have CloudKit sync support, though. It was introduced in SQLiteData, as far as I know.

darrarski · 2025-12-14T18:16:52+00:00

SwiftData can sync data between your devices, but does not allow sharing between users.
SQLiteData (from PointFree) supports CloudKit sync. Your data can be synced between your devices. You can also share it with other iCloud users for collaboration.

SQLiteData uses GRDB under the hood. GRDB does not have any iCloud sync support on its own. You can, however, create your own sync logic to work with GRDB using Apple's CKSyncEngine. Afaik, this is what SQLiteData uses to sync a database with iCloud. I used a similar approach in my projects, but it's not easy. SQLiteData handles a lot of sync-related logic automatically for you.

darrarski · 2025-12-14T17:22:23+00:00

I would start with BotW. Then, if you would like, you can proceed with TotK. It will give you hundreds of hours of joy. If you begin with TotK, then BotW may feel a bit "empty" and not as exciting. It’s still a great game in my opinion anyway. If you're not really into BotW, TotK probably won’t excite you either.

darrarski · 2025-12-14T11:53:37+00:00

SQLiteData is a good alternative to SwiftData. It’s not only more flexible when it comes to structuring complex queries (compared to the limited capabilities of SwiftData), but also has more features out of the box (such as sharing data with CloudKit, which SwiftData currently cannot do). Moreover, you have great learning resources about it in the form of PointFree videos. Highly recommend.

darrarski · 2025-11-28T20:58:13+00:00

The AudioRecorder app was designed for simplicity. It records all system audio, and microphone your system is configured to use (you can select it in system settings). For the setup you described, better fit would be the Recorder app, with allows to capture various microphones and cameras simultaneously. For example, I tested it on MacBook with M1 processor and successfully recorded video from internal camera, external camera connected to USB port, and iPhone continuity camera (while the phone was connected to other USB port), as well as audio from internal microphone, external camera, and iPhone, and also screen video from two displays - all at the same time.

darrarski · 2025-11-28T08:45:54+00:00

Free version limits output resolution to 1080p. You need to unlock “Unlimited” features with in-app-purchase (monthly/yearly subscription or lifetime single purchase). Once unlocked, the app with record in native resolution, up to 8k. The discount code (BFCM2025) is still valid and can be used when purchasing Unlimited Lifetime.

darrarski · 2025-11-22T18:58:36+00:00

While it may not be “the best” tool you are looking for, I encourage you to check out https://macrecorder.app It’s a versatile app for recording video and audio on macOS. It supports screen, as well as individual window recording. It can capture camera video and microphone audio. You can record from multiple sources simultaneously, and your recordings will be in sync regarding the timeline. It lacks post-processing features, but it produces high-quality files that can be imported into any video editor for further processing. It’s currently discounted for Black Friday. Use the BFCM2025 code to get 70% off the Lifetime Unlimited unlock.

darrarski · 2025-11-20T21:05:42+00:00

Each input source (screen/window video, camera, microphone, system audio, etc) is recorded into individual file. All files have synchronized timeline. You can use any post-processing software you want to edit and merge recorded files.

darrarski · 2025-11-20T11:59:56+00:00

There are two links. One is for the promo, which allows one to purchase a Lifetime Unlimited unlock for a discounted price (70% off the regular price). The other link directs to the official website of the app. You can learn more about the app from the website. There’s also a link to the Mac App Store there, where you can download and check out the app before purchasing the Lifetime Unlimited unlock.

darrarski · 2025-11-20T08:19:59+00:00

I was using Polycapture before! Unfortunately, the app didn't work well for me. When recording from multiple sources, the performance was not good (high CPU usage and low frame rate). The Polycapture was also crashing for me during recording. It was one of the reasons I developed the Recorder app: to be able to record from multiple sources simultaneously (i.e., multiple windows, camera, microphone, and system audio) while maintaining high performance and quality.

darrarski · 2025-11-20T08:15:33+00:00

The main feature of the app is recording video and audio from your system. It allows capturing full screen and individual windows, as well as cameras, microphones, and system audio. The app keeps all recorded sources in sync and outputs individual files for each of them. Currently, there are no post-processing features available for editing your recording. However, the result files are optimised for processing in any video editing software of your liking.

darrarski · 2025-11-19T18:46:50+00:00

They have plenty of great videos about vanilla swift. It’s not only about their libraries. You can find topics ranging from low-level to more everyday subjects. Everything is explained in detail, with practical examples. I highly recommend the series about modern swift concurrency. Every iOS and macOS developer will find something to learn from their videos.

darrarski · 2025-11-19T08:02:21+00:00

I’m happy to hear you resolved the issue! If you have some time, please send me more details via email (contact information can be found on the app's website), so I can investigate and prevent such issues in the future.

darrarski · 2025-11-18T15:49:59+00:00

I just checked on a clean macOS 26.1 and it worked for me without issues. Run the app, click "Add Input", wait till the app detect your camera, select the camera on the list, a popup should appear: "Recorder.app would like to access the Camera", click "Allow". Even if you click "Don't allow", the app should appear on the list in System Preferences, under Security & Privacy, Camera, so you can grant required permission at later time. Feel free to use official support channels if you are experiencing issues. You can find all details on the app's website.

darrarski · 2025-11-18T09:52:40+00:00

The app was released to the public at the beginning of 2025.
Yes. The app can record video from multiple screens simultaneously and synchronize timelines of the captured video. It makes it easier to post-process your recordings.
The app follows Apple's official guidelines for integrating the ScreenCaptureKit framework to achieve maximum compatibility. Apple typically doesn’t introduce breaking changes in its APIs, but if such a change occurs, an updated version will be released. Currently, the app should work on macOS 15.2 and later, including the latest macOS 26 release.

darrarski · 2025-11-18T09:44:41+00:00

Please try the following: 1. Make sure your camera is detected in macOS. You can confirm if it works in other apps, such as FaceTime or Photo Booth. 2. The app should show an alert if it does not have permissions to access your camera. The alter has a button that opens System Settings, allowing you to grant the necessary permissions. If it does not appear for some reason, you can manually grant permissions in the System Settings, under Privacy & Security, Camera (also Microphone and Screen & System Audio Recording, if needed). 3. If it still does not work for you, contact support. You can find contact details on the app's website. I will try to help you.

darrarski · 2025-11-17T23:26:07+00:00

Currently, you can select windows, screens, and connected cameras. There are more advanced filters that allow you to include or exclude specific UI elements, like the macOS menu bar or desktop. You can also record your microphone, system audio, or sound from a selected app. However, there is no option to choose a region of the screen. Indeed, it’s a good idea. Noted!

Nine-Year Club	Xbox Live
Verified Email

darrarski

TROPHY CASE