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How the Minecraft Speedrunning Community stays fast with Expo

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Author
Chitraksh Tarun
Word Count
1,083
Company Posts That Month
9
Language
English
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No
Summary

Chitraksh Tarun, a software developer and Minecraft speedrunner, discusses the development and features of the PaceMan.gg mobile app, which he maintains. Designed to cater to the fast-paced Minecraft Speedrunning community, the app provides real-time updates on active speedruns, allowing users to track and receive notifications for exciting runs. Built with the Expo SDK, the app ensures seamless functionality across iOS and Android, utilizing services like expo-notifications and @expo/app-integrity for notifications infrastructure and API security. The app includes features such as a real-time leaderboard and comprehensive statistics, with a focus on maintaining a native UI feel through tools like expo-glass-effect. Future plans for the app include additional features like widgets, aiming to enhance the mobile experience for users. The development of PaceMan.gg is a collaborative effort, supported by contributions from the broader Minecraft Speedrunning community.

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