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How Dr. Matthew Kmiecik Uses OmniGraffle Jul 24, 2023

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In this fascinating episode of The Omni Show, we invite cognitive neuroscientist Dr. Matthew Kmiecik to discuss his career, his workflow, and how he uses OmniGraffle to make data more accessible and engaging. We dive into Dr. Kmiecik's background, his evolution from neuroscience to data science at 23andMe, and the impact of his published academic research.

Dr. Kmiecik highlights the importance of effective data visualization and shares his unique approach of combining data science using the R programming language with OmniGraffle. He reveals how he uses R to create initial visualizations, then imports them into OmniGraffle to add finishing touches. We also chat about saving data visualizations as SVG files, allowing for increased flexibility and control when editing in OmniGraffle.
Some other people, places, and things mentioned in this episode:
- R Programming Language
- GGPlot 2
- OmniGraffle
- Mattkmiecik.com
- Dr. Matthew's LinkedIn page

Omni Roadmap, July 2023 Jul 10, 2023

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On today’s episode of The Omni Show, Andrew and Omni Group's CEO, Ken Case, dissect the key takeaways from Apple's WWDC and how visionOS is set to redefine the tech landscape. Ken envisions a future rich in augmented reality, drawing parallels with the revolutionary transformation seen with the iPhone.

They also dive into the App Store’s 15th anniversary and the eagerly anticipated debut of OmniFocus 4, highlighting their steadfast dedication to seamless design and staying ahead of tech progression.
Some other people, places, and things mentioned in this episode:
- OmniGraffle Test Builds
- Vision Pro
- OmniFocus
- Swift (programming language)

How Juho Vepsäläinen Uses OmniFocus Jun 21, 2023

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In this insightful episode of The Omni Show, Andrew interviews Juho Vepsäläinen, the accomplished author behind "SurviveJS" and a recognized figure in the JavaScript community. Diving deep into Juho's journey, they discuss his early challenges, the evolution of his writing style, and the critical role OmniFocus played in his personal and professional growth.

Offering a unique glimpse into his productivity methods, Juho shares how he uses OmniFocus as a tool for idea incubation, project management, and memory enhancement, demonstrating how it seamlessly integrates with his broader workflow.

Whether you're a developer, an aspiring writer, or simply someone looking to improve productivity, this episode is packed with valuable insights and advice from a seasoned expert.

Some other people, places, and things mentioned in this episode:
- SurviveJS
- Future Frontend
- OmniFocus
- Getting Things Done (Book)
- Overleaf
- GitHub

Marley Wissner, Support Human May 30, 2023

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Today we chat with one of the Omni Groups' Support Humans, Marley Wissner. If you've ever wondered what happens after someone shares a question, comment, or feature request - Marley’s here to peel back the curtain.

In this enlightening discussion, Marley shares his journey at the Omni Group, his day-to-day roles, and the fascinating process that takes place behind the scenes in handling customer feedback (Hint: It involves the "Potato-Tron").

Marley explains how the Omni Group utilizes this valuable feedback to improve its suite of productivity tools. He gives us an inside look into how the team prioritizes user requests, the challenges faced, and how they strive to incorporate ideas into their software updates.
Some other people, places, and things mentioned in this episode:
- OmniGraffle Test Builds
- OmniFocus
- OmniGraffle Main Page
- OmniOutliner
- OmniPlan

How Ryan Singer Uses OmniGraffle May 15, 2023

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Ryan Singer is one of the founding members of 37Signal’s Basecamp team. Today, Ryan's consulting company, Felt Presence, helps people solve problems between their product and engineering teams. He credits OmniGraffle for being his brainstorming partner each step along the way.

On this episode, we find out how Ryan's design, programming, and strategy experience led to an innovative approach (and book), called “Shape up,” to bridge the gap between product and technical teams. Tune in and learn how Ryan's OmniGraffle expertise contributed to his success and how "Shape Up" helps humanize the software development process and ensure team projects get successfully completed.
Some other people, places, and things mentioned in this episode:
- A shorthand for designing UI flows
- Breadboarding in Shape Up
- Small tools for shaping
- Shaping in a Nutshell
- Felt Pesence
- Shaping in Real Life course
- Bob Moesta
- OmniGraffle
- Miro
- OmniFocus
- Mailchimp
- Convertkit
- Hey
- Remix
- Netlify
- Whimsical
- Basecamp

How Johnny "Decimal" Noble Uses Omni Software May 01, 2023

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Johnny Noble is possibly best known for his information cataloging / productivity system called the "Johnny Decimal System". Johnny’s methods have been mentioned by a few past guests (including Jimmy Little and Leah Ferguson) for helping them remove friction when managing personal data.

Today, Johnny joins Andrew to break down how he got the idea for the system, when he came across Omni software, and in what ways he uses the system himself to stay productive.
Some other people, places, and things mentioned in this episode:
- Johnny Decimal Website
- Jimmy Little Episode of the Omni Show
- Leah Ferguson Episode of the Omni Show
- Mikell Taylor Episode of the Omni Show
- Sinclair Spectrum

How Charlie Brewer Uses OmniGraffle Apr 03, 2023

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Today, we’re honored to have Charlie Brewer with us. Charlie is the co-author of "Designing Interfaces" from O’Reilly. He's also a director of user experience and product design with 25 years experience in designing and launching B2B and B2C digital products.

On this episode, Charlie shares how he used OmniGraffle to craft the diagrams in his book, what makes him passionate about great design, and his personal workflow for creating visuals that get everyone on the same page.
Some other people, places, and things mentioned in this episode:
- OmniGraffle
- Information Architecture for the World Wide Web (The Polar Bear Book)
- San Fransisco State University
- Inspiration
- Designing Interfaces, 3rd Edition by O'Reilly
- Charlie's Twitter Account
- CharlieBrewer.com

The Return of Jimmy Little Mar 20, 2023

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Today we’re joined by Jimmy Little, a senior digital product manager. Jimmy returns to share the latest iteration of his productivity system and how various elements have changed since he last joined us in 2021.

Andrew and Jimmy discuss how to stay on top of a demanding workload and personal life, powered by OmniFocus and a fresh slew of automations. If you’re looking for a novel perspective on getting things done, you’re in luck!
Some other people, places, and things mentioned in this episode:
- OmniFocus
- Jimmy Little on Episode 84
- Leah Ferguson on Episode 99 (First mention of Johnny Decimal)
- Johnny Decimal
- Obsidian
- Cocktails and Coffee
- Joe Buhlig on the Bookworm Podcast
- Jira
- Confluence
- Trello
- Omni Automation
- Shortcuts
- Applescript
- Jimmy on Mastodon

How Brian Wright Uses OmniFocus Mar 06, 2023

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Get ready to meet Brian Wright, the fractional chief communications officer who's making a significant impact for late-startup and early growth companies. With over twenty different roles and a myriad of tasks to juggle, Brian has found a valuable advantage with OmniFocus. This powerful tool has helped him accomplish impressive achievements, from supporting his autistic son in publishing a best-selling poetry book to empowering his clients’ communications strategies.

Join us in this episode where Brian shares his insider tips for maintaining a clear and healthy workload, how to slice through data overwhelm with perspective views, and when to build custom solutions using the genius of other creators and their automations. Don't miss this enlightening conversation and learn how OmniFocus can improve your productivity today!
Some other people, places, and things mentioned in this episode:
- OmniFocus
- Fantastical
- Brian's son Brady's Blog
- Hostage to Silence Book
- Wright Communication Strategies
- Getting Things Done
- Rosemary Orchard
- David Sparks
- Learn OmniFocus
- Devonthink
- Pushcut
- Drafts
- Devonthink
- Notion
- Inoreader
- Zapier
- Omni Automation

How Dr. Christian Calma Uses OmniFocus Feb 20, 2023

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Today, we hear from Dr. Christian Calma, an OBGYN currently residing in Iowa. Christian shares how he uses OmniFocus to manage the various aspects of his busy life, from daily tasks to long-term goals.

In the episode, Christian touches on the importance of taking control of one's daily life. With help from a custom plugin created by Kaitlin Salzke, he also discusses the importance of staying productive on day-to-day tasks, even in the midst of a major life transition. If you're looking to streamline your own workload and bring order to your life, Christian's insights on using OmniFocus are a must-listen.
Some other people, places, and things mentioned in this episode:
- Keyboard Maestro
- Kaitlin Salzke's Website
- Anki
- Appigo's Todo
- OmniFocus
- Getting Things Done
- Hookmark

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