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Ask HN: We launched ThinkCode.TV. Thoughts?

10 points by acangiano 17y ago

Hi guys, my co-founders and I finally managed to launch ThinkCode.TV, a site that's aimed at creating and selling high-quality programming screencasts (with occasional freebies). Our videos are: * DRM-free * HD 720p * Available in several formats including the open source Ogg Theora * When code is attached, it's released under the MIT license * Subtitles are provided for the hearing impaired, people with less familiarity with the English language, and situations where audio is not an option The Italian site was launched months ago and it's been doing pretty well ever since; many people love it. However, this is our international launch with an English site and content, so it's a whole new ballgame. I kindly ask for you feedback, as HN is my tech community of choice and I tend to enjoy your insight. Please take a good look. What do you like? What sucks about it? I'm available to provide a review copy of a screencast of your choice, to 5 members of our community. FCFS. Thank you in advance.

acangiano 17y ago
Clickable link: http://thinkcode.tv http://thinkcode.tv
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apsurd 17y ago
the voice-overs are very boring. No disrespect to the presenter it's just that these lesson plans would ideally be best consumed in a positive, motivating environment. I personally find it very hard to keep at attention listening to the robotic voices.
- seven 17y ago
  Perhaps there should be two speakers that talk about the code. One could ask questions and play the student, the other one would be the teacher.
- apsurd 17y ago
  Hi, just thought I'd add a good example instructional video. I like this one because it' very casual, this guy is obviously not a professional screencast guy but he's really good imo. Main reasons why is that he's very human, very casual and dynamic with his voice. You can tell immediately that' hes really interested and passionate about what he is talking about. He enunciates a lot of his words at a natural pace. http://vimeo.com/6918287 http://vimeo.com/6918287 (heroku screencast)
  - acangiano 17y ago
    Thank you for your feedback apsurd, we'll keep it in mind.
seven 17y ago
Some random thoughts: * nice! * great that it is DRM free, that would be a no go for me * do not force people to sign up to your newsletter to download the free example * I would love if the speaker would talk a bit faster. * Some sort of flat-rate offer would be nice. * Perhaps I am a bit of a cheapskate, but I think you are expensive. Good luck and have fun.
- acangiano 17y ago
  Thank you seven.
Psyonic 17y ago
I'd be happy to sample your MacRuby screencast and give you feedback on it, if the review copies are still available.
- acangiano 17y ago
  Sure, where can I send it to? Alternatively, drop me a line at antonio@thinkcode.tv.