Jadon Montgomery
@the-jay-dev.bsky.social
Self-taught programmer | Building games & desktop apps | 21 | C++ • QML • Godot | Striving for growth
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Jadon Montgomery
@the-jay-dev.bsky.social
· Aug 24
Hi, I’m Jadon (or Jay for short), a self-taught programmer who loves making games & desktop apps. Back from a short break and have been taking a deeper dive into Qt for desktop dev. I'm looking forward to sharing what I’ve been learning on here :)
Quick progress update:
- Cleaned up the menu layout
- Further balanced the theme colors
- Dimensions fields resize the canvas now
Today was much lighter now that school has started up again. Might do progress updates like these more often. Keeps me motivated when days get tough 🔥
- Cleaned up the menu layout
- Further balanced the theme colors
- Dimensions fields resize the canvas now
Today was much lighter now that school has started up again. Might do progress updates like these more often. Keeps me motivated when days get tough 🔥
January 13, 2026 at 1:47 AM
Quick progress update:
- Cleaned up the menu layout
- Further balanced the theme colors
- Dimensions fields resize the canvas now
Today was much lighter now that school has started up again. Might do progress updates like these more often. Keeps me motivated when days get tough 🔥
- Cleaned up the menu layout
- Further balanced the theme colors
- Dimensions fields resize the canvas now
Today was much lighter now that school has started up again. Might do progress updates like these more often. Keeps me motivated when days get tough 🔥
This month’s project is a digital scratch sheet app for math. The goal is to make working through problems feel as natural as possible without paper (not easy haha)
#indiedev #typescript #react
#indiedev #typescript #react
January 6, 2026 at 9:51 PM
This month’s project is a digital scratch sheet app for math. The goal is to make working through problems feel as natural as possible without paper (not easy haha)
#indiedev #typescript #react
#indiedev #typescript #react
Today I’ve been experimenting with different file-saving techniques in React, and I’m noticing that browser filesystem access is very limited.
Workflows like loading and saving files without creating duplicates feel pretty convoluted, if they’re possible at all...
Workflows like loading and saving files without creating duplicates feel pretty convoluted, if they’re possible at all...
January 6, 2026 at 9:11 PM
Today I’ve been experimenting with different file-saving techniques in React, and I’m noticing that browser filesystem access is very limited.
Workflows like loading and saving files without creating duplicates feel pretty convoluted, if they’re possible at all...
Workflows like loading and saving files without creating duplicates feel pretty convoluted, if they’re possible at all...
A couple months ago my barber cut my hair much lower than planned, so I’ve been rocking this look lately.
It’s been lowkey growing on me 😂
It’s been lowkey growing on me 😂
January 5, 2026 at 2:32 AM
A couple months ago my barber cut my hair much lower than planned, so I’ve been rocking this look lately.
It’s been lowkey growing on me 😂
It’s been lowkey growing on me 😂
Deep work grind sesh 🔥
January 3, 2026 at 1:25 AM
Deep work grind sesh 🔥
For the past few weeks, I’ve been learning TypeScript, and now I genuinely can’t see why I’d code in JavaScript anymore 😆
It provides:
- Type safety
- Quality-of-life tools
- Better structure for large codebases
Are there any reasons you’d still choose JS over TS?
It provides:
- Type safety
- Quality-of-life tools
- Better structure for large codebases
Are there any reasons you’d still choose JS over TS?
January 3, 2026 at 12:20 AM
For the past few weeks, I’ve been learning TypeScript, and now I genuinely can’t see why I’d code in JavaScript anymore 😆
It provides:
- Type safety
- Quality-of-life tools
- Better structure for large codebases
Are there any reasons you’d still choose JS over TS?
It provides:
- Type safety
- Quality-of-life tools
- Better structure for large codebases
Are there any reasons you’d still choose JS over TS?
Experimenting with Framer Motion for the first time to add some personality to my portfolio page :)
#UI #FramerMotion
#UI #FramerMotion
October 19, 2025 at 10:42 AM
Experimenting with Framer Motion for the first time to add some personality to my portfolio page :)
#UI #FramerMotion
#UI #FramerMotion
I made a rhythm game in Qt as a proof of concept!
In this devlog, I discuss the game's core features and development hurdles!
#MadeWithQt #gamedev #rhythmgame
www.youtube.com/watch?v=OfbF...
In this devlog, I discuss the game's core features and development hurdles!
#MadeWithQt #gamedev #rhythmgame
www.youtube.com/watch?v=OfbF...
I made a rhythm game in Qt
YouTube video by JayDev
www.youtube.com
September 28, 2025 at 4:35 AM
I made a rhythm game in Qt as a proof of concept!
In this devlog, I discuss the game's core features and development hurdles!
#MadeWithQt #gamedev #rhythmgame
www.youtube.com/watch?v=OfbF...
In this devlog, I discuss the game's core features and development hurdles!
#MadeWithQt #gamedev #rhythmgame
www.youtube.com/watch?v=OfbF...
Upload times have been pretty lengthy, but within the next few minutes I’ll be releasing my quick little devlog on my Qt rhythm game 👀
September 28, 2025 at 3:54 AM
Upload times have been pretty lengthy, but within the next few minutes I’ll be releasing my quick little devlog on my Qt rhythm game 👀
In my rhythm game, Rebirth, I’m introducing Double Tap Notes! Another new mechanic that shakes up the classic rhythm game style:
Tap once to lock the note in place, and tap again when the judgment rectangle matches the note's size to score points!
This one is definitely one of favs :P
#gamedev
Tap once to lock the note in place, and tap again when the judgment rectangle matches the note's size to score points!
This one is definitely one of favs :P
#gamedev
September 26, 2025 at 7:58 PM
In my rhythm game, Rebirth, I’m introducing Double Tap Notes! Another new mechanic that shakes up the classic rhythm game style:
Tap once to lock the note in place, and tap again when the judgment rectangle matches the note's size to score points!
This one is definitely one of favs :P
#gamedev
Tap once to lock the note in place, and tap again when the judgment rectangle matches the note's size to score points!
This one is definitely one of favs :P
#gamedev
Ok, given that I’m still adding a couple finishing touches, instead of rushing to get the video out today, I’ll 100% be posting it tomorrow. I apologize for the wait… Editing is truly a process 😅
It turns out that when I started recording, I was using the wrong settings, so I'll have to redo and edit the majority of my voice clips :(
So, I likely won't be able to release the video today after all, but I'm aiming to have it ready by Friday. Until then, I'll keep y'all posted 👍
So, I likely won't be able to release the video today after all, but I'm aiming to have it ready by Friday. Until then, I'll keep y'all posted 👍
Ok I’ve decided to do a devlog on my Qt Rhythm game! So I’m gonna try and finish the video in time to release on Monday. Keeping all fingers crossed 🤞
September 26, 2025 at 7:28 PM
Ok, given that I’m still adding a couple finishing touches, instead of rushing to get the video out today, I’ll 100% be posting it tomorrow. I apologize for the wait… Editing is truly a process 😅
It turns out that when I started recording, I was using the wrong settings, so I'll have to redo and edit the majority of my voice clips :(
So, I likely won't be able to release the video today after all, but I'm aiming to have it ready by Friday. Until then, I'll keep y'all posted 👍
So, I likely won't be able to release the video today after all, but I'm aiming to have it ready by Friday. Until then, I'll keep y'all posted 👍
Ok I’ve decided to do a devlog on my Qt Rhythm game! So I’m gonna try and finish the video in time to release on Monday. Keeping all fingers crossed 🤞
September 22, 2025 at 9:55 AM
It turns out that when I started recording, I was using the wrong settings, so I'll have to redo and edit the majority of my voice clips :(
So, I likely won't be able to release the video today after all, but I'm aiming to have it ready by Friday. Until then, I'll keep y'all posted 👍
So, I likely won't be able to release the video today after all, but I'm aiming to have it ready by Friday. Until then, I'll keep y'all posted 👍
Ok I’ve decided to do a devlog on my Qt Rhythm game! So I’m gonna try and finish the video in time to release on Monday. Keeping all fingers crossed 🤞
September 20, 2025 at 11:44 AM
Ok I’ve decided to do a devlog on my Qt Rhythm game! So I’m gonna try and finish the video in time to release on Monday. Keeping all fingers crossed 🤞
September 17, 2025 at 11:17 PM
I’m looking to increase my connections with like-minded developers on here. Bluesky is fun with followers :)
If you work with:
- C++
- Python
- JavaScript
- Qml
- Web design
- UI/UX
Say hi! I hope we can create meaningful #connections together 🔥
If you work with:
- C++
- Python
- JavaScript
- Qml
- Web design
- UI/UX
Say hi! I hope we can create meaningful #connections together 🔥
September 14, 2025 at 4:08 PM
I’m looking to increase my connections with like-minded developers on here. Bluesky is fun with followers :)
If you work with:
- C++
- Python
- JavaScript
- Qml
- Web design
- UI/UX
Say hi! I hope we can create meaningful #connections together 🔥
If you work with:
- C++
- Python
- JavaScript
- Qml
- Web design
- UI/UX
Say hi! I hope we can create meaningful #connections together 🔥
I was told that this book will give me a comprehensive understanding of C++.
Now I’m genuinely scared of what I’m about to witness 🗿
Now I’m genuinely scared of what I’m about to witness 🗿
September 13, 2025 at 6:40 PM
I was told that this book will give me a comprehensive understanding of C++.
Now I’m genuinely scared of what I’m about to witness 🗿
Now I’m genuinely scared of what I’m about to witness 🗿
Just added a music player to the title screen! The game now picks a random track based on the maps it finds in the tracks folder. Thoughts?
#Qt #Rhythmgame #UI
#Qt #Rhythmgame #UI
September 13, 2025 at 12:15 AM
Just added a music player to the title screen! The game now picks a random track based on the maps it finds in the tracks folder. Thoughts?
#Qt #Rhythmgame #UI
#Qt #Rhythmgame #UI
Doing a minimalistic map select menu for my experimental rhythm game
How are we feeling about this one?
#MadeWithQt #UI #UX #gamedev #rhythmgame
How are we feeling about this one?
#MadeWithQt #UI #UX #gamedev #rhythmgame
September 7, 2025 at 7:19 PM
Doing a minimalistic map select menu for my experimental rhythm game
How are we feeling about this one?
#MadeWithQt #UI #UX #gamedev #rhythmgame
How are we feeling about this one?
#MadeWithQt #UI #UX #gamedev #rhythmgame
Reposted by Jadon Montgomery
4 More days until the first theme is announced for my #gamejam! We are steadily growing and are just shy of 3 folks - thank you for your shares, reposts and all the love ❤️
We have a very friendly developer community both in general and for the jam itself discord.gg/DMCUgpSZ!
#gamedev #indiedev
We have a very friendly developer community both in general and for the jam itself discord.gg/DMCUgpSZ!
#gamedev #indiedev
September 4, 2025 at 1:44 PM
4 More days until the first theme is announced for my #gamejam! We are steadily growing and are just shy of 3 folks - thank you for your shares, reposts and all the love ❤️
We have a very friendly developer community both in general and for the jam itself discord.gg/DMCUgpSZ!
#gamedev #indiedev
We have a very friendly developer community both in general and for the jam itself discord.gg/DMCUgpSZ!
#gamedev #indiedev
In my rhythm game, Rebirth, Forgotten Notes are a new twist on the rhythm game style. Avoid them at all costs to keep your combo alive❤️🔥
#MadeWithQt #IndieDev #gamedev
#MadeWithQt #IndieDev #gamedev
September 4, 2025 at 9:57 PM
In my rhythm game, Rebirth, Forgotten Notes are a new twist on the rhythm game style. Avoid them at all costs to keep your combo alive❤️🔥
#MadeWithQt #IndieDev #gamedev
#MadeWithQt #IndieDev #gamedev
Man, it’s crazy how computers just randomly decide that they are done with you 😭
Laptop’s in the shop, and I should have it back in a couple of days now. I’ll be back posting updates about my Qt rhythm game as soon as it’s up and running!
Laptop’s in the shop, and I should have it back in a couple of days now. I’ll be back posting updates about my Qt rhythm game as soon as it’s up and running!
August 31, 2025 at 12:10 AM
Man, it’s crazy how computers just randomly decide that they are done with you 😭
Laptop’s in the shop, and I should have it back in a couple of days now. I’ll be back posting updates about my Qt rhythm game as soon as it’s up and running!
Laptop’s in the shop, and I should have it back in a couple of days now. I’ll be back posting updates about my Qt rhythm game as soon as it’s up and running!
Reposted by Jadon Montgomery
August 29, 2025 at 7:59 PM
Over the summer, I wanted to try something a little different: building a rhythm game with the Qt library. Instead of static charts, each map uses tokens that shift charting styles mid-play, creating unique maps you won’t find anywhere else!
#gamedev #Qt #rhythmgame #indiegame
#gamedev #Qt #rhythmgame #indiegame
August 27, 2025 at 9:49 PM
Over the summer, I wanted to try something a little different: building a rhythm game with the Qt library. Instead of static charts, each map uses tokens that shift charting styles mid-play, creating unique maps you won’t find anywhere else!
#gamedev #Qt #rhythmgame #indiegame
#gamedev #Qt #rhythmgame #indiegame
Hi, I’m Jadon (or Jay for short), a self-taught programmer who loves making games & desktop apps. Back from a short break and have been taking a deeper dive into Qt for desktop dev. I'm looking forward to sharing what I’ve been learning on here :)
August 24, 2025 at 1:31 AM
Hi, I’m Jadon (or Jay for short), a self-taught programmer who loves making games & desktop apps. Back from a short break and have been taking a deeper dive into Qt for desktop dev. I'm looking forward to sharing what I’ve been learning on here :)