Ask the Programmer

James King and Steve Greenblatt welcome Chi Hang Lo, Manager of AV/IT Solutions at UCLA, to discuss his insight and tips for modern AV software development, including the use of containers, "no touch" or turnkey solutions, maintenance and support considerations, scalability, and what's next. Chi Hang Lo can be reached via email at [email protected] or on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/chihanglo/. To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on X/Twitter or Bluesky and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on X/Twitter or on Bluesky as @asktheprogrammer.

James King and Steve Greenblatt welcome Chi Hang Lo, Manager of AV/IT Solutions at UCLA, to share his AV journey, perspective on AV systems and solutions, and enterprise approach to AV programming and software development. Chi Hang Lo can be reached via email at [email protected] or on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/chihanglo/. To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on X/Twitter or Bluesky and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on X/Twitter or on Bluesky as @asktheprogrammer.

James King and Steve Greenblatt discuss when to prioritize getting something done, doing it right, and working toward perfection in AV programming. To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on X/Twitter or Bluesky and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on X/Twitter or on Bluesky as @asktheprogrammer.

James King and Steve Greenblatt discuss InfoComm25 and programmers' involvement in AV events in general. Going to events is not just about visiting the booths. It's about networking, education, speaking opportunities, and having in-person conversations. To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on X/Twitter or Bluesky and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on X/Twitter or on Bluesky as @asktheprogrammer.

James King and Steve Greenblatt discuss whether touchpanels are becoming less desirable in AV systems. Why is this the case, and what is being used as an alternative? To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on X/Twitter or Bluesky and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on X/Twitter or on Bluesky as @asktheprogrammer.

James King and Steve Greenblatt discuss the differences between AV control system programming and general software programming. Although general software programming has many advantages, the challenges of AV control system programming are what make it unique and a specialized niche for those who become skilled in it. To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on X/Twitter or Bluesky and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on X/Twitter or on Bluesky as @asktheprogrammer.

James King and Steve Greenblatt welcome back Dan Ferrisi, Group Editor, Commercial and Security with Emerald, to discuss his question about whether AV programming will be approached with a Software-as-a-Service (SasS) model rather than traditional custom programming. Dan Ferrisi can be reached on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-ferrisi-55675a7/), CommercialIntegrator.com, and Securitysales.com. He encourages you to attend CEDIA Expo and Commercial Integrator Expo (https://cediaexpo.com) and Total Tech Summit (https://totaltechsummit.com). Be sure to also check out Dan's previous appearances in episodes 212, 200, 199, 182, 181, 173, 174, 124, and 125. To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on X/Twitter or Bluesky and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on X/Twitter or on Bluesky as @asktheprogrammer.

James King and Steve Greenblatt welcome back Dan Ferrisi, Group Editor, Commercial and Security with Emerald, to discuss whether control system programming will be approached with a software-as-a-service (SaaS) model rather than traditional custom programming. Dan Ferrisi can be reached on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-ferrisi-55675a7/), CommercialIntegrator.com, and Securitysales.com. He encourages you to attend CEDIA Expo and Commercial Integrator Expo (https://cediaexpo.com) and Total Tech Summit (https://totaltechsummit.com). Be sure to also check out Dan's previous appearances in episodes 200, 199, 182, 181, 173, 174, 124, and 125. To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on X/Twitter or Bluesky and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on X/Twitter or on Bluesky as @asktheprogrammer.

James King and Steve Greenblatt discuss the growing trend toward implementing user interface designs that are simple, clean, and follow a templated, pre-developed, or product-based look and feel. Is this the new norm and the end of fully customized designs? Is there still a place to blend a common look and feel with custom? To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on X/Twitter or Bluesky and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on X/Twitter or on Bluesky as @asktheprogrammer.

James King and Steve Greenblatt discuss the pros and cons of having dedicated vs. centralized hardware and processing. While this may seem like an easy decision, beware of the impact it can have on programming, maintenance, and future upgrades. Experienced programmers should be consulted before deciding to design systems innovatively, whether centralized or distributed. To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on X/Twitter or Bluesky and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on X/Twitter or on Bluesky as @asktheprogrammer.

James King and Steve Greenblatt discuss the impact of client requests and scope changes while a programmer actively works on code or configuration. It's not easy for programmers to say "no," but it is also crucial for the health of a program to manage changes and client expectations effectively. To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on X/Twitter or Bluesky and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on X/Twitter or on Bluesky as @asktheprogrammer.

James King and Steve Greenblatt discuss highlights from the past four years of the Ask The Programmer episodes. including the value of programmers, the different types of programmers, coding vs. configuration, and AI. Since the beginning, we have focused on building community and helping programmers find their voice in the industry. To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on X/Twitter or Bluesky and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on X/Twitter or on Bluesky as @asktheprogrammer.

James King and Steve Greenblatt discuss options for learning AV programming. While there is no tried-and-true path to becoming an AV programmer, there are many informal and formal approaches to learning, building a skill set, and solving specific challenges online, in a classroom, and through communities. To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on X/Twitter or Bluesky and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on X/Twitter or Bluesky as @asktheprogrammer.

James King and Steve Greenblatt discuss how to learn and grow as programmers. Some programmers establish their own approach to writing code, while others adopt a coding style defined by their employer, organization, or mentor. Working with a team and participating in code reviews can raise the bar for all involved. To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on X/Twitter or Bluesky and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on X/Twitter or Bluesky as @asktheprogrammer.

James King and Steve Greenblatt discuss the impact that potential trade tariffs can have on integrated systems, programming, programmers, and clients. To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on X/Twitter or Bluesky and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on X/witter and @asktheprogrammer on Bluesky.

James King and Steve Greenblatt discuss the renewed conversation around building control, which stems from Acuity Brands' acquisition of Q-SYS in October 2024. To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on X/Twitter or Bluesky and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on X/Twitter or @asktheprogrammer on Bluesky.

Steve Greenblatt sits down with Brittany DiCesare, Director of Sales and Operations at Control Concepts, Inc., to discuss how manufacturers are helping programmers by making controlling their products easier. Brittany DiCesare can be found on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittdice/ and on X/Twitter @brittdice https://twitter.com/brittdice. Control Concepts can be found at controlconcepts.net. Manufacturers looking to learn more about API integration can visit controlmyavproduct.com. This episode was recorded live at ISE2025. To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on X/Twitter or Bluesky and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on X/Twitter and @asktheprogrammer on Bluesky.

James King and Steve Greenblatt discuss how timely and effective technical support impacts the performance of AV programmers. What makes good technical support and how should it be best utilized? To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on X/Twitter or Bluesky and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on X/Twitter and @asktheprogrammer on Bluesky,

James King and Steve Greenblatt discuss how modern software applications and mobile apps can change user operation without notice. With the AV being change-averse, how will this impact users and support teams? What can be done to limit surprises and issues? To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on X/Twitter and Bluesky and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on Twitter and @asktheprogrammer on Bluesky.

James King and Steve Greenblatt welcome back Dan Ferrisi, Group Editor, Commercial and Security with Emerald, to discuss if there will come a time when AV programmers are better represented and recognized in the industry. Dan Ferrisi can be reached at @danferrisiedit on X/Twitter and Bluesky, LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-ferrisi-55675a7/, and at CommercialIntegrator.com and Securitysales.com. Be sure to also check out Dan's previous appearances in episodes 199, 181 , 182, 173, 174, 124, and 125. To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on X/Twitter or Bluesky and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on Twitter and @asktheprogrammer on Bluesky.

James King and Steve Greenblatt welcome back Dan Ferrisi, Group Editor, Commercial and Security with Emerald, to discuss his question about whether programmers need to know how to code or whether all the other skills that contribute to their success can overshadow this need as long as coding can be outsourced or addressed with a no-code tool. Dan Ferrisi can be reached at @danferrisiedit on X/Twitter and Bluesky, LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-ferrisi-55675a7/, and at CommercialIntegrator.com and Securitysales.com. Be sure to also check out Dan's previous appearances in episodes 182, 181, 173, 174, 124, and 125. To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on X/Twitter and Bluesky and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on X/Twitter and @asktheprogrammer on Bluesky.

James King and Steve Greenblatt discuss why it is essential to have a fully functioning program that runs an AV system and just as critical to have well-written code that can be easily modified and updated. A special thank you to viewer/ listener feedback from @bryankaioshin regarding a suggestion for covering suggestions for getting into programming. Please tune into our previous episodes 187 and 188 on how Britt Yenser is learning AV programming. To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on X/Twitter or Bluesky and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on X/Twitter and @askthegrammer on Bluesky.

James King and Steve Greenblatt discuss the importance of maintaining, managing, and updating campus and enterprise standards. A special thank you to viewer/ listener feedback from @jamesbond-lb7se regarding a suggestion for covering Programming Best Practices. We look forward to covering this in more depth in a future episode. To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on X/Twitter and Bluesky and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on X/Twitter and @asktheprogrammer on Bluesky.

James King and Steve Greenblatt discuss tips for programmers on managing their time and being disciplined about working efficiently. To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on X/Twitter or Bluesky and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on X/Twitter and Bluesky as @asktheprogrammer.

James King and Steve Greenblatt discuss certifications for programmers and the actual value they provide, considering the criteria of unfiltered knowledge, time investment, career advancement, and practical use. We previously discussed programming certifications and credentials for programmers in episode 23. To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on X/Twitter or Bluesky and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on X/Twitter and Bluesky as @asktheprogrammer.

James King and Steve Greenblatt revisit one of the most popular episode topics on the Ask The Programmer podcast: The Future of AV Programming. The discussion includes how the vision for AV programming has changed, how the visibility for forecasting more than 1-2 years into the future has become very difficult, and what tools programmers should look to leverage if they are not doing so already. To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on X/Twitter and Bluesky and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on X/Twitter and @AskThe Programmer on Bluesky.

James King and Steve Greenblatt celebrate another holiday season on Ask The Programmer and discuss the role that a programmer's technical knowledge plays in selecting, setting up, and troubleshooting technology gifts as automated decorations. What is your favorite technology gift for a programmer? To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on X/Twitter and Bluesky and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on X/Twitter or @AskTheProgrammer on Bluesky.

James King and Steve Greenblatt welcome back Marc LaVecchia, Owner of BMA Software Solutions, to continue the conversation about modules, drivers, and plugin and the critical importance of manufacturer support for AV programmers. Marc LaVecchia previously appeared on Ask The Programmer Episodes 132 and 133. Marc LaVecchia can be found on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/marc-lavecchia-3a9815/ and BMA Software Solutions can be found at www.bmasoftwaresolutions.com. To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on X, Twitter, and Bluesky and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on Twitter and @AskTheProgrammer on Bluesky.

James King and Steve Greenblatt welcome back Marc LaVecchia, Owner of BMA Software Solutions, to discuss his article in Commercial Integrator entitled Modules, Plugins, and Drivers: The Case for Supporting Them https://bit.ly/41nWRAz where he makes a case to manufacturers about the critical nature of supporting AV programmers by providing proven and tested API integrations. Marc LaVecchia previously appeared on Ask The Programmer Episodes 132 and 133. Marc LaVecchia can be found on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/marc-lavecchia-3a9815/ and BMA Software Solutions can be found at www.bmasoftwaresolutions.com. To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on X, Twitter, and Bluesky and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on Twitter and @AskTheProgrammer on Bluesky.

ames King and Steve Greenblatt discuss how to budget for AV programming, including defining a practical scope, understanding how to estimate costs, and educating on how to effectively approach the programming of AV systems. To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on X/Twitter and Bluesky and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on X/Twitter and @asktheprogrammer on Bluesky.

James King and Steve Greenblatt discuss how to find a job and advance your career as a programmer in the AV industry. To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on X/Twitter as well as Bluesky and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on X/Twitter.

James King and Steve Greenblatt welcome guest Britt Yenser, AV Manager at Northampton Community College, to discuss her questions about programming as she progresses on her journey of learning and mastering AV programming, including: - Are you choosing hardware, or does someone else select the hardware you program in your systems? - I struggle with the visual feedback and don’t know why. What can you tell me that will help? - What do you wish you had done when starting out? Britt Yenser can be reached on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/britt-yenser/) or X/Twitter (@brAVe_britt_). You can also find the brAVe Space podcast and its offshoot brAVe Skills on your favorite podcast player. To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on Twitter and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on Twitter.

James King and Steve Greenblatt welcome guest Britt Yenser, AV Manager at Northampton Community College, to discuss her AV journey and her quest for learning and growing as an AV programmer. We discuss what goes into successful programming and what qualities and skills contribute to an effective programmer. Britt Yenser can be reached on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/britt-yenser/) or X/Twitter (@brAVe_britt_). You can also find the brAVe Space podcast and its offshoot brAVe Skills on your favorite podcast player. To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on Twitter and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on Twitter.

James King and Steve Greenblatt welcome back George Chacko and Rich Miller from Pace University and Next LVL Learning to share the details of the upcoming AV Talent Summit on November 20 and 21, 2024. The two-day event will encompass a student day discussing AV careers, experiences, and opportunities and a professional day with networking and learning opportunities. George Chacko and Rich Miller previously appeared on Ask The Programmer episodes 128, 129, 143, 144, and 185. NextLVL Learning can be found at https://thenextlvl.org. George Chacko can be found via email: [email protected] and LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgechacko-cts/ Rich Miller can be found via email: [email protected] and LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/richmilleriii/ The Bald AV Guys can be found on social media @baldavguys and via email [email protected] The Cables, Coffee, and Curveballs podcast can be found at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cables-coffee-curveballs/id1645390419 To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on Twitter and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on Twitter.

James King and Steve Greenblatt welcome back George Chacko and Rich Miller from Pace University to share the details of their recently founded non-profit, Next Level Learning Inc., which aims to get young people excited about the experiences and opportunities in the AV industry starting as early as K-12. George Chacko and Rich Miller previously appeared on Ask The Programmer episodes 128, 129, 143, and 144. NextLVL Learning can be found at https://thenextlvl.org. George Chacko can be found via email: [email protected] and LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgechacko-cts/ Rich Miller can be found via email: [email protected] and LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/richmilleriii/ The Bald AV Guys can be found on social media @baldavguys and via email [email protected] The Cables, Coffee, and Curveballs podcast can be found at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cables-coffee-curveballs/id1645390419 To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on Twitter and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on Twitter.

James King and Steve Greenblatt welcome back Total Tech Summit panelists: Brittany DiCesare, Director of Sales and Operations Control Concepts; Alex Fortin, President NDS Integration; Jarrod Hillman, President Hillman Audio Video; and Shawn Hansson, CEO and Founder Logic Integration, to discuss the importance of being a business-minded organization in the AV industry, the value of contributing to industry events, and why share business knowledge with others who are like-minded. Brittany DiCesare can be found on social media as @brittdice. Control Concepts can be found at controlconcepts.net. Be sure to check out Brittany's previous episode 153. Alex Fortin can be reached at [email protected]. NDS Integration can be found at ndsav.com. Jarrod Hillman can be reached on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/hillmandoesav/. Hillman AV can be found at hillmanav.com. Shawn Hansson can be found on social media as @shawnhansson. Logic Integration can be found at logicav.net. To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on Twitter and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on Twitter.

James King and Steve Greenblatt welcome Total Tech Summit panelists: Brittany DiCesare, Director of Sales and Operations Control Concepts; Alex Fortin, President NDS Integration; Jarrod Hillman, President Hillman Audio Video; and Shawn Hansson, CEO and Founder Logic Integration, to discuss business frameworks and why they are valuable for all members of any organization. Brittany DiCesare can be found on social media as @brittdice. Control Concepts can be found at controlconcepts.net. Be sure to check out Brittany's previous episode 153. Alex Fortin can be reached at [email protected]. NDS Integration can be found at ndsav.com. Jarrod Hillman can be reached on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/hillmandoesav/. Hillman AV can be found at hillmanav.com. Shawn Hansson can be found on social media as @shawnhansson. Logic Integration can be found at logicav.net. To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on Twitter and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on Twitter.

James King and Steve Greenblatt welcome Dan Ferrisi, Group Editor, Commercial and Security with Emerald, to discuss his question about the importance of skilled programmers in a time of increased network reliance. Dan Ferrisi can be reached at @danferrisiedit on Twitter, LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-ferrisi-55675a7/, and at CommercialIntegrator.com and Securitysales.com. Meet Dan and learn more about the Total Tech Summit https://totaltechsummit.com. Be sure to also check out Dan's previous appearances in episodes 181, 173, 174, 124, and 125. To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on Twitter and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on Twitter.

James King and Steve Greenblatt welcome Dan Ferrisi, Group Editor, Commercial and Security with Emerald, to discuss his question about ways that manufacturers can make programming easier. Dan Ferrisi can be reached at @danferrisiedit on Twitter, LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-ferrisi-55675a7/, and at CommercialIntegrator.com and Securitysales.com. Meet Dan and learn more about the Total Tech Summit https://totaltechsummit.com. Be sure to also check out Dan's previous appearances in episodes 173, 174, 124, and 125. To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on Twitter and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on Twitter.

In this special episode, James King and Steve Greenblatt welcome Dan Ferrisi, Group Editor, Commercial and Security with Emerald, to discuss the importance of business-focused events in the AV industry, particularly the Total Tech Summit. To learn more about the Total Tech Summit and to apply to attend, visit https://totaltechsummit.com. Also, follow hashtag #totaltech24 on social media. Dan Ferrisi can be reached at @danferrisiedit on Twitter, LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-ferrisi-55675a7/, and at CommercialIntegrator.com and Securitysales.com. To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on Twitter and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on Twitter.

James King and Steve Greenblatt welcome back Hope Roth, Q-SYS Ecosystem Communities Platform Manager, to discuss her new role and its value to AV programmers and Q-SYS. Check out Hope in her previous appearances in episodes 164, 165, and 179. Hope Roth can be found on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hope-roth-0a44b8a/ and on the Q-SYS Communities: https://developers.qsc.com/s/. To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on Twitter and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on Twitter.

James King and Steve Greenblatt welcome back Hope Roth, Q-SYS Wizard, to discuss the importance, value, and different approaches to mentorship including the newly launched WAVIT Mentorship Program. Check out Hope in her previous appearances in episodes 164 and 165. Hope Roth can be found on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hope-roth-0a44b8a/ and on the Q-SYS Communities: https://developers.qsc.com/s/. The WAVIT Mentorship program can be found at https://www.womeninavit.org/mentorship-program. To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on Twitter and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on Twitter.

Steve Greenblatt interviews co-host James King about his AV journey, the impact of programming, and how he developed his passion for AV. James can be found on LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/james-king-nj. To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on Twitter and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on Twitter.

James King interviews co-host Steve Greenblatt as he shares his AV journey, the influence of programming, and his visionary ideas and experiences. Connect with Steve on LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/stevegreenblatt or Control Concepts at controlconcepts.net To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on Twitter and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on Twitter.

James King and Steve Greenblatt welcome back guest Aaron Baker, Classroom Support Technician, Stephen F. Austin State University, to discuss the difference between working with internal and external programming resources and how to successfully leverage both options. Aaron Baker can be reached on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/bakeraarond/ and on the HETMA Community at HETMA.org. To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on Twitter and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on Twitter.

James King and Steve Greenblatt welcome guest Aaron Baker, Classroom Support Technician, Stephen F. Austin State University, to discuss his AV journey and how he went from being a student worker to an AV Tech to program AV systems using his background in computer science. Aaron also shares ideas for getting more students interested in AV. Aaron Baker can be reached on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/bakeraarond/. To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on Twitter and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on Twitter.

James King and Steve Greenblatt welcome Dan Ferrisi, Group Editor, Commercial and Security with Emerald, to discuss his question about what strategies programmers use for handling projects with tight deadlines and limited budgets. Dan Ferrisi can be reached at @danferrisiedit on Twitter, LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-ferrisi-55675a7/, and at CommercialIntegrator.com and Securitysales.com. Meet Dan and learn more about Commercial Integrator Expo https://expo.commercialintegrator.com and Total Tech Summit https://totaltechsummit.com. Be sure to also check out Dan's previous appearances in episodes 173, 124, and 125. To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on Twitter and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on Twitter.

James King and Steve Greenblatt welcome Dan Ferrisi, Group Editor, Commercial and Security with Emerald, to discuss his question about how out-of-date drawings, equipment lists, and system documentation impact project implementation and upkeep. Dan Ferrisi can be reached at @danferrisiedit on Twitter, LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-ferrisi-55675a7/, and at CommercialIntegrator.com and Securitysales.com. Meet Dan and learn more about Commercial Integrator Expo https://expo.commercialintegrator.com and Total Tech Summit https://totaltechsummit.com. Be sure to also check out Dan's previous appearances in episodes 124 and 125. To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on Twitter and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on Twitter.

James King and Steve Greenblatt ask ChatGPT about the percentage of an AV programmer's time spent on programming vs. other activities and discuss their reactions to the response. What percentage of an AV programmer's time is spent on programming vs other activities? 1. Programming and Coding (30-40%) 2. System Design and Planning (20-30%) 3. Troubleshooting and Testing (15-25%) 4. Collaboration and Meetings (10-20%) 5. Documentation and Training (5-10%) 6. Research and Learning (5-10%) What do you think? To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on Twitter and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on Twitter.

James King and Steve Greenblatt ask ChatGPT about the top misconceptions about AV programming and discuss their reactions to the list. What are some of the misconceptions about AV programming and the role of the programmer? 1. AV Programming is Just Like IT Programming 2. It's All About Writing Code 3. AV Systems are Plug-and-Play 4. Any Programmer Can Do AV Programming 5. Programming is the Only Skill Needed 6. AV Programming is Static 7. It's a Solitary Job What are your thoughts? To join the conversation or have your question answered on a future episode, join the Ask The Programmer group on LinkedIn and post a message, leave a comment, or reach out to us @AV_JamesKing or @stevegreenblatt on Twitter and be sure to include #AskTheProgrammer. The Ask The Programmer podcast can be found at @AVProgrammerPod on Twitter.