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Building Apple Watch apps and running Watchletic with Viktor Hesselbom

If you've got an Apple Watch and want to train better with it — or if you're a developer who's thinking of creating watch apps on the side, this episode is a must-watch!

🏃‍♂️🚴‍♀️ This week we're thrilled to have Victor Hesselbom in the studio. Victor is the brilliant mind behind Watchletic, an indie Apple Watch app designed for runners and cyclists.

In this episode, we uncover:

⌚️ Victor's background and his journey into developing Apple Watch apps as his side husle.

🏃🏻‍♂️The inspiration behind Watchletic and how it serves the running and cycling community.

🧩 The unique challenges and rewards of developing apps for the Apple Watch.

⚖️ How Victor balances his side projects with his day job and new responsibilities as a dad.

🤝 The power of community and marketing on platforms like Reddit.

🤖 The future of wearables and fitness tech, and AI's potential in this niche.

Victor also shares his fascinating stories from the early days as a game developer and how those experiences shaped his approach to building Watchletic.

Plus, hear about his surprising success with his first Apple Watch game and his trouble-shooting journey while creating a podcast app for the watch.

Whether you're a developer, an endurance enthusiast, or just curious about the intersection of technology and health, this show offers first-hand insights and inspiration.

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📢 Comment Below: Have you tried Watchletic? What features would you like to see in future updates? Let us know your thoughts and questions for Viktor!

🔗 Links Mentioned:

Watchletic: https://www.watchletic.com

Follow Viktor on Twitter: https://x.com/hesselbom

Join the conversation on Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/watchletic/

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