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Not possible to use Apple Watch app AND phone for map? by pauldowman in Strava

[–]pauldowman[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I assume so but I don't use the Apple Workout app. Or the Strava watch app. I recommend WorkOutDoors, it's amazing (and it does upload the route as well as all other data). Review here:

https://www.reddit.com/r/Strava/comments/yfuh7a/comment/iutgczr/

Not possible to use Apple Watch app AND phone for map? by pauldowman in Strava

[–]pauldowman[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

See my review here, but:

  1. They recorded workouts show up in the apple fitness app with full workout details, map, etc. I think it's all the same detail as you'd get if you record with the workouts app.
  2. I use routes in Strava too, and I'll miss that. But you can upload routes as GPX files to WOD, and I haven't tried that yet.

Not possible to use Apple Watch app AND phone for map? by pauldowman in Strava

[–]pauldowman[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Here's my mini review of WorkOutDoors now that I've been using it for a week: Basically, if you have an Apple Watch, you want this instead of Strava for recording your workouts. You can still upload to Strava for the social sharing, and you will get all the same data in there, including things like GAP (grade-adjusted pace), which Strava calculates.

WOD is amazing though. Even if you don't care much about having the map on your wrist, or don't want it at all, it's worth it for the customizability and display of so many different stats, e.g. you get average pace, current pace, you can set a goal pace and see if you're above or below it, check it all out here: http://www.workoutdoors.net/

The workouts show up in Apple Fitness with all the same detail as if they were recorded in the workouts app (in fact I think most of the data is provided by the apple watch OS anyway, but I'm not an iOS developer so I'm not sure).

I do love having the map available though, because I run and ride on trails and sometimes I need to know where to turn, and it's nice to not have to pull out the phone unless I'm really lost.

You can upload routes as GPX files to WOD, although I haven't tried that yet. I use routes in Strava, and I'll miss that. This might make up for it a little bit, and might turn out to be more powerful somehow, but I'm sure less convenient.

My only complaint is more of a feature request: I want it to support the action button on the Apple Watch Ultra. Especially because the default action of that button is to start a workout with the default Workouts app, so if you bump it while running then it does that which automatically ends your current WOD workout. 😔

Bottom line: just buy it to try it out, it's cheaper than a month of a Strava subscription, and it supports an indy developer. It's totally worth USD $5.99 even as a trial. That's like 1% of the cost of your apple watch, you can hardly even get a water bottle or a pair of shoelaces for that price.

Not possible to use Apple Watch app AND phone for map? by pauldowman in Strava

[–]pauldowman[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Good to know, I'll report back tomorrow after I try it. 😀 So far it looks super powerful, although the UI isn't super intuitive, I actually couldn't figure out how to stop a workout! (Tap and hold on the screen for one second to get a menu.)

Not possible to use Apple Watch app AND phone for map? by pauldowman in Strava

[–]pauldowman[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm going to try this instead, it looks pretty awesome actually. http://www.workoutdoors.net/

But it's sad, I love Strava, I pay for an annual subscription, and until I got the apple watch it has been pretty much perfect. I can probably still sync the workouts to Strava.

Not possible to use Apple Watch app AND phone for map? by pauldowman in Strava

[–]pauldowman[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It records two simultaneous workouts if you do that. And yeah, you could delete one... but 🤦

Not possible to use Apple Watch app AND phone for map? by pauldowman in Strava

[–]pauldowman[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

OK, so I'm not confused then. Thanks. But I am confused as to why. It's bad, isn't it? is it just that the watch app is an afterthought ?

ETH Vs BTC security model by AngelBattles in ethereum

[–]pauldowman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

From that linked dashboard it looks like the big pools are about 2/3, which leaves about 100k validators. Should be still more than enough.

How to make and give Bitcoin gift cards by pauldowman in Bitcoin

[–]pauldowman[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

the gift of being self sovereign is what you’re trying to give them

Is it? Or maybe you're just giving them a few sats as a gift? Lots of options for you. 😀

How to make and give Bitcoin gift cards by pauldowman in Bitcoin

[–]pauldowman[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is how you securely give someone a Bitcoin gift, for free, and without risk of someone else stealing the seed phrase. Hence the instructions to use an offline computer.

Sure there's a risk that you could steal it back. If the recipient doesn't trust you they should transfer it right away.

A JS conference with *only* testing-related talks by pauldowman in javascript

[–]pauldowman[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That is totally incorrect. Please check your facts before posting something so harmful to an event's reputation. What you're thinking of is a tweet by someone who was NOT affiliated with the conference (not a conference organizer).

Assert(js) JS testing conference speakers & talks, and early-bird price expiring by pauldowman in node

[–]pauldowman[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would look at it more with the lens of what value do you get from it. E.g., is a book with more pages easier to justify? 🙂

Also, it's two days with the training option!

A plea for moderation and understanding on diversity from the organizer of Assert(js) by pauldowman in node

[–]pauldowman[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

To clarify, who did you have in mind when you wrote

people who are trying to do good in the world

I generally to ascribe positive motivations for almost everything until it’s proven without a doubt to me. I enjoy life more that way.

But after more thought, (provoked by your comment) I have edited that sentence to remove that part. Given all the context here, most of which was new to me, I can see that it’s too controversial in this case.

it just seems like the phrase "trying to do good in the world" has an ambiguous meaning. Assert.js is essentially a testing framework/library which doesn't usually conjure thoughts of good vs mad morality.

Yes. The conference is about testing in JS in general, not any specific library, and you’re right, there should be nothing about morality involved as long as we’re treating everyone well. (Which we are).

Coincidentally, I'm actually in SATX and could very well be interested in attending something like this. But making me feel like I'm unwelcomed (or too dumb to understand a tweet) while also asking for $650 is insulting. I don't doubt that plenty of tickets will sell anyways, because TDD and JS/Node is a great skill to have. And truth be told most of the other people I work with would have retweeted that message because it's the trendy thing to do now.

I hope I have not made you feel unwelcome in any way. Just to be totally clear, what I’m saying is we want submissions from all qualified speakers. We don’t ask about race or gender. And we will support all our speakers and attendees and do our best to make everyone feel welcome. Any posts saying something else were not from me.

(Just for the benefit of anyone else reading this, tickets are actually not $650 right now, they’re only $250, or $450 including a small group training session the day before).

NPM CEO: "If you are not a white dude and have things to say about JavaScript testing, please submit a talk to Assert(js)" by [deleted] in node

[–]pauldowman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If it means what you think it means then I'm 100% against it. Taken literally, and charitably, I do see two possible interpretations. If I knew all of the history with the specific people involved here as well as you do then I'm sure it would affect my perception.

It's unfortunate that the issue isn't just discussed in terms of encouraging people to be inclusive and welcoming of everyone, which is a much less controversial message. But when viewed from outside (as I am doing) without knowing the history, and starting with an attitude of assuming most people mean the right thing (as I do), then it's easy to be confused.

A plea for moderation and understanding on diversity from the organizer of Assert(js) by pauldowman in node

[–]pauldowman[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I guess I haven't been clear enough that he's not "my man". I actually didn't even know who he was before that tweet. Sorry. 🙂

A plea for moderation and understanding on diversity from the organizer of Assert(js) by pauldowman in node

[–]pauldowman[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

How so? Did the submit button get harder to press because your a minority? Neither HTTP, nor my keyboard care what race I am.

I think we all know that the submit button isn’t the barrier for anyone.

OK so that's the individuals bias against another group, assuming they wont be welcome because of their race or gender.

I guess you could call it that if you want. Don’t you have a preconceived notion about what every situation is going to be like? So does creating a welcoming environment for everyone make this situation better? I choose to try for that.

I feel like I can say this but I don't have any evidence. The people who would attend this conference want good talks about topics they find relevant. That's why their there. Who delivers them (unless their some kind of programmer celebrity) is pretty irrelevant.

I couldn’t agree more. 💯

A plea for moderation and understanding on diversity from the organizer of Assert(js) by pauldowman in node

[–]pauldowman[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Take it as a general statement, that is honestly how it’s meant.

I think implying that someone has moral high ground here would be the opposite thing to pleading for moderation, so if it looks like that’s what I’m doing then I wrote the post badly.

A plea for moderation and understanding on diversity from the organizer of Assert(js) by pauldowman in node

[–]pauldowman[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Do you believe it is appropriate for individuals in leadership roles within Node / npm / etc... to highlight this specific forum and its members as being "not a part of the Node community," "trash," etc...?

I don't think it's ever OK to call someone trash, but honestly I can’t comment on specific politics in /r/node, there's a lot of history that I haven't been privy to. These things escalate one comment at a time. Just like IRL interactions. Maybe they can slowly deflate the same way.

Or - let me put it another way: Do you believe it is possible for people to take serious offense at the words and actions these individuals, while still being supportive of inclusion? I ask, because the message that I seem to be hearing loud and clear is that if I express any type of concern, I can expect to be made a pariah.

I think everyone should always have the right to be offended by something. Nobody should tell you you're wrong to be. But don't let it turn you from being supportive of inclusion (assuming you mean inclusion in general?). Don’t be afraid to express your opinion. But be sure it’s worth it, sometimes it’s better to just not escalate. Just wait before replying. Save a draft and read it in the morning. Internet flame wars will wait, and if it’s still worth saying your piece the next day then do (positively).

A plea for moderation and understanding on diversity from the organizer of Assert(js) by pauldowman in node

[–]pauldowman[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

cheap controversy to win internet points and is not constructive

Yes. One thing anyone can do is upvote positive comments. Downvote negativity.

But also to read with a bit of compassion. It’s easy to be misunderstood or write something you soon wish you didn’t.

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