Oliver Smith
@olivervsmith.bsky.social
Launching Games : Senior CSM at Pragma. Games Developer Worked on Distant Kingdoms, BAFTA Nominee. Disabled, They/Them
FirstLook is not only a fabulous product that solves a niche yet ever present problem, but also a wonderful couple of developers who are continuously pushing out updates!
So happy to be working with them
So happy to be working with them
👀 FirstLook is joining Pragma! 👀
We’ve acquired FirstLook, the premier playtesting and player engagement platform! This strategic move empowers game studios to not only build and scale their games but also engage and grow their player communities like never before.
We’ve acquired FirstLook, the premier playtesting and player engagement platform! This strategic move empowers game studios to not only build and scale their games but also engage and grow their player communities like never before.
February 28, 2025 at 4:14 AM
FirstLook is not only a fabulous product that solves a niche yet ever present problem, but also a wonderful couple of developers who are continuously pushing out updates!
So happy to be working with them
So happy to be working with them
Reposted by Oliver Smith
👀 FirstLook is joining Pragma! 👀
We’ve acquired FirstLook, the premier playtesting and player engagement platform! This strategic move empowers game studios to not only build and scale their games but also engage and grow their player communities like never before.
We’ve acquired FirstLook, the premier playtesting and player engagement platform! This strategic move empowers game studios to not only build and scale their games but also engage and grow their player communities like never before.
February 27, 2025 at 3:10 PM
👀 FirstLook is joining Pragma! 👀
We’ve acquired FirstLook, the premier playtesting and player engagement platform! This strategic move empowers game studios to not only build and scale their games but also engage and grow their player communities like never before.
We’ve acquired FirstLook, the premier playtesting and player engagement platform! This strategic move empowers game studios to not only build and scale their games but also engage and grow their player communities like never before.
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Microsoft's own research confirms something that was already pretty obvious: relying on a text generating machine to come up with answers erodes critical thinking, and is a method favoured by those who never liked doing critical thinking in the first place
advait.org/files/lee_20...
advait.org/files/lee_20...
advait.org
February 9, 2025 at 10:15 AM
Microsoft's own research confirms something that was already pretty obvious: relying on a text generating machine to come up with answers erodes critical thinking, and is a method favoured by those who never liked doing critical thinking in the first place
advait.org/files/lee_20...
advait.org/files/lee_20...
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Ok, ended up with a longer list - here you go! All the people I know offering project-based financing
February 4, 2025 at 11:11 AM
Ok, ended up with a longer list - here you go! All the people I know offering project-based financing
Reposted by Oliver Smith
Attention Online Service Professionals at GDC 2025!
Join us at the Online Services House —the top gathering for Online Service Professionals.
Space is limited so register now (game studio guests will be prioritized): lu.ma/z9u3ayr0
Join us at the Online Services House —the top gathering for Online Service Professionals.
Space is limited so register now (game studio guests will be prioritized): lu.ma/z9u3ayr0
February 4, 2025 at 5:36 PM
Attention Online Service Professionals at GDC 2025!
Join us at the Online Services House —the top gathering for Online Service Professionals.
Space is limited so register now (game studio guests will be prioritized): lu.ma/z9u3ayr0
Join us at the Online Services House —the top gathering for Online Service Professionals.
Space is limited so register now (game studio guests will be prioritized): lu.ma/z9u3ayr0
Reposted by Oliver Smith
Saving the world before bedtime
February 4, 2025 at 3:19 AM
Saving the world before bedtime
If you’re a games engineer in Europe this is an excellent event and opportunity to be a part of!
On May 7-8, 2025, Pragma & i3D.net are hosting the inaugural European Online Services Summit in Amsterdam.
Come talk about all things online service with engineers from top studios and listen to talks from industry leaders.
Come talk about all things online service with engineers from top studios and listen to talks from industry leaders.
January 30, 2025 at 6:30 PM
If you’re a games engineer in Europe this is an excellent event and opportunity to be a part of!
Reposted by Oliver Smith
A while back I asked folks why they’re joining Bluesky and the most common response I saw was, “I just want a good place to get my news” and, yall, no. Bad.
GET YOUR NEWS FROM THE NEWS
PBS Newshour is FREE FOR EVERYONE.
youtu.be/PMOYN8JWdUk?...
GET YOUR NEWS FROM THE NEWS
PBS Newshour is FREE FOR EVERYONE.
youtu.be/PMOYN8JWdUk?...
PBS News Weekend full episode, Jan. 25, 2025
YouTube video by PBS NewsHour
youtu.be
January 26, 2025 at 4:29 PM
A while back I asked folks why they’re joining Bluesky and the most common response I saw was, “I just want a good place to get my news” and, yall, no. Bad.
GET YOUR NEWS FROM THE NEWS
PBS Newshour is FREE FOR EVERYONE.
youtu.be/PMOYN8JWdUk?...
GET YOUR NEWS FROM THE NEWS
PBS Newshour is FREE FOR EVERYONE.
youtu.be/PMOYN8JWdUk?...
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Pragma Engine Release January 2025 is live! 🚀
We're excited to share Pragma's latest version, which includes improvements across matchmaking, the order system, and player data management in the operator portal: pragma.gg/tech-blog/pr...
#Pragma #BackendEngine #GameDev
We're excited to share Pragma's latest version, which includes improvements across matchmaking, the order system, and player data management in the operator portal: pragma.gg/tech-blog/pr...
#Pragma #BackendEngine #GameDev
Pragma Engine Release - January 2025
The Pragma engine January 2025 update brings in-game matchmaking while playing with friends, enhanced transaction tools for multi-platform support, and improved player data management with detailed vi...
pragma.gg
January 14, 2025 at 5:59 PM
Pragma Engine Release January 2025 is live! 🚀
We're excited to share Pragma's latest version, which includes improvements across matchmaking, the order system, and player data management in the operator portal: pragma.gg/tech-blog/pr...
#Pragma #BackendEngine #GameDev
We're excited to share Pragma's latest version, which includes improvements across matchmaking, the order system, and player data management in the operator portal: pragma.gg/tech-blog/pr...
#Pragma #BackendEngine #GameDev
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sesame street isn't supposed to make money. the post office isn't supposed to make money. not everything is supposed to MAKE MONEY
December 16, 2024 at 4:16 PM
sesame street isn't supposed to make money. the post office isn't supposed to make money. not everything is supposed to MAKE MONEY
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In a harsh and cruel world that keeps becoming harsher and crueler I take solace that one of the most radical acts of defiance is kindness
November 6, 2024 at 11:03 AM
In a harsh and cruel world that keeps becoming harsher and crueler I take solace that one of the most radical acts of defiance is kindness