Where Quality Software Hatches
Howard Shere sculpts quality software with precision and passion. We build exceptional experiences across platforms.
Let's Build Something
Howard Shere sculpts quality software with precision and passion. We build exceptional experiences across platforms.
Let's Build Something
I sculpt quality software. With decades of experience in macOS, iOS, and server-side development, I bring a unique blend of technical excellence and creative problem-solving to every project.
My work spans from elegant mobile apps to robust backend systems. I believe in writing code that's not just functional, but maintainable, scalable, and delightful to use.
When I'm not coding, you'll find me exploring new technologies, contributing to technical discussions, or perfecting my craft through continuous learning.
A journey through the evolution of software craftsmanship
A revolutionary ebook reader that transformed how people read digital content. Pioneered scroll-based reading experiences.
Learn more →The standard in electronic exam software for legal and academic institutions. Used by law schools nationwide for secure, reliable exam administration.
Learn more →iOS app for visualizing health data from Apple Watch. Chart your vitals over time with customizable date ranges and event markers.
Learn more →A native macOS client for Vikunja, the open-source todo manager. View and manage your tasks right from your menu bar.
Coming SoonMac port of the acclaimed golf simulation game Links 2001. Expanded edition with 4 unreleased courses including Oakmont Country Club and Royal Melbourne. Ported from Windows to Mac OS X.
Mac port of the popular golf simulation Links LS 2000. Published by MacSoft for Macintosh.
Strategic turn-based game where you lead an army of toolbots against AI opponents. Project manager for Green Dragon Creations.
Extension allowing users to preview, download, and purchase videos, images, and Final Cut Pro templates directly. Written entirely in Swift.
iOS and tvOS app for a music TV station displaying news, schedules, and videos. Written in Swift with custom AWS access code.
Electronics catalog application for iOS and Android. Fixed bugs and implemented on-demand localization.
Suite of iMovie and Final Cut Pro plugins. Written in C/C++ and Objective-C.
macOS authentication plugin for hardware dongle. Written in Objective-C.
Port of online classroom software to macOS X in Objective-C, then to Java as cross-platform version.
Before the Mutant Egg, there was the Green Dragon. Things had to change. The Green Dragon flew off into the night, but its essence lives on in the Mutant Egg. Green Dragon Creations was a team of 5 developers and 2 graphic artists that worked on ports and original titles.
Mac port of the acclaimed golf simulation game Links 2001. Expanded edition with 4 unreleased courses including Oakmont Country Club and Royal Melbourne. Ported from Windows to Mac OS X.
Mac port of the popular golf simulation Links LS 2000. Published by MacSoft for Macintosh.
Strategic turn-based game where you lead an army of toolbots against AI opponents. Project manager for Green Dragon Creations.
Start Your Own Riot! was a real card game, not software. It was designed by Raphael Adley. Each player chooses a theme for their riot (cafeteria food sucks, too much sex on campus, not enough discipline in class, etc.) and the game is played to see who has the best and largest riot.
Learn more →Strategic game where you lead an army of toolbots against AI opponents. Won Freakin' Awesome awards from MacAddict Magazine in 1997 and Best Arcade Game of the Year from Game Hall of Fame in 1998.
Learn more →Our first attempt to build and self publish a Macintosh game was not success. While it was fun to drive the tiny car around the dining room table and shoot a the hamster in a hamster ball, it just wasn't enough to make this a success.
After Supreme, there was VR. I was told it was impossible to play a QuickTime movie on a texture and render that on a 3D shape. In addition to new enemies and new gameplay, Spectre VR also showed a QuickTime movie on an object in 3D.
Project Manager for the Mac game.
Macintosh educational game. Sole developer.
Macintosh educational game. Sole developer.
Mac port of the acclaimed golf simulation game. Successor to Links Pro. Ported from Windows to Mac by Green Dragon Creations.
Mac port of the popular golf simulation with Arnold Palmer. Award-winning sports simulation. Ported by Green Dragon Creations.
Mac port of the classic combat simulation game. One of the most popular mech games, ported from Windows to Mac. Includes NetMech multiplayer.
Learn more →Project manager for the Mac port of the classic Tex Murphy FMV adventure game. Set in post-WWIII San Francisco, 2042. Award-winning detective adventure.
First-person action game and sequel to Spectre. Features customizable armaments, intense combat, and groundbreaking fast rendering. Published by Velocity.
We needed internet access for our software development, so the Water Valley Interchange was created. It originally served the town of Water Valley, MS and grew to serve the northern half of Mississippi. It also had the best looking website for its day.
The service originally ran on a Mac IIcx with a SCSI serial box that had 4 modems connected to it. As it grew we added many more lines (nearly 200 at its peak) and Linux servers to handle mail volume. We never used any Windows machines in our server room. Local high school and college students were hired for technical support and we would never have been as successful without all of their hard work.
Learn more →Need help bringing your ideas to life? I specialize in building exceptional software experiences.
Native iPhone and iPad apps built with Swift and SwiftUI. From concept to App Store, I handle the full development lifecycle.
Powerful Mac applications that feel at home on the platform. Menu bar apps, full-featured desktop apps, and everything in between.
Cross-platform desktop applications using modern frameworks. GTK, Qt, or Electron—I'll help you reach Linux users.
Robust backend services in Swift (Vapor), Python, or Node.js. APIs, databases, authentication, and scalable architecture.
Architecture reviews, code audits, and technical guidance. Help identifying bottlenecks and improving your team's workflow.
From submission to ASO optimization. Navigate Apple's guidelines and get your app discovered by the right users.
Continuous learning and experimentation with cutting-edge AI technologies
I believe in staying at the forefront of technology. My work with AI tools involves significant configuration and experimentation to optimize workflows and achieve better outcomes.