Martin Whittington

Lead Platform Engineer @AntstreamArcade | Generally grumpy guy who enjoys gaming, music and coding. My opinions are my own.

PythonPrimer on Antstream. Add me

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I just published Server-less Cloud SQL backups on GCP https://t.co/JQQ1Dq391S

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@jet2tweets Thanks Josh. Nerve wracking times eh

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@jet2tweets we're flying out tomorrow afternoon. What are the chances our flight will be affected from today's incident?

[Antstream - PC, Xbox, PS & mobile @AntstreamArcade]

🚨 GAAAAAMMMMEEEERRRRRRSSSSS!!!!!! 🚨

We at Antstream are extremely happy to announce our newly developed sponsored tournament platform, and we want YOU to get involved!

Sponsored tournaments will give you access to play games on Antstream, on the web, completely free!

But before we press the “go live” button, we need to run a test or two. Check out the link below where you’ll be able to play Flea! An addictive 2D platformer designed for the NES on your desktop ---> https://t.co/gEF9rJKGlu

For any feedback please submit at https://t.co/jo91MKpSXM with the subject "tournament test".

As a thank you to everyone who plays at least one game or registers, you will be in for a chance to win a Lifetime subscription of Antstream, on a platform of your choosing.

If you’re a game dev, brand or content creator and are interested in running a sponsored tournament, please email [email protected]

P.S. The open beta is only live for the next two days!

The Antstream Team.
#Antstream @LowtekGames @Wallmasterr

[Martin Whittington @Python_Primer]

@Ubisoft please remake Cold Fear for the #PS5 . That is all!

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@CyberpunkGame @AlicjaKozera @Lilayaah PSVR2 mode please!

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I just backed The Commodore Amiga 500 Story: The Gaming Chronicles Ep 1 on @Kickstarter https://t.co/IkF3pB0EAb

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@AntstreamArcade @BrewDog I think we missed a trick here with some easy cross marketing!

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Finished @the7thguestvr yesterday. Amazing game, great experience, loads of fun! Well done team! More games like this are needed on VR more than ever!

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@mikeBithell Damn

[80s Kidz @80s_Kidz]

Predator ending with the Grange Hill theme tune.
Why? I've no idea but I like it😂

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For the streamers out there playing @AntstreamArcade , please give me a ping/DM before you start. I like to watch the streams to identify any issues with general app performance or streaming quality.

And to see you all have fun!

[Martin Whittington @Python_Primer]

@mjovanc No framework, I used actix. I followed some tutorials and had it up and running after a couple of days. I also had to work with the kubernetes API

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@mjovanc I had a go. I love Rust now. I rewrote an API and it was a great experience

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Damn straight. I hire in my team's using the RAC method. Reliability, Attitude and Character. The rest can be taught

[Danny Thompson @DThompsonDev]

The days of hiring devs who are only good in technical ability are not here anymore.

I have seen highly skilled devs literally failing interviews because they lack the ability to interview correctly, to show foundational skills besides just coding ability, and showcase ways and soft skills that would make them strong team members.

Organizations do not exist because of 1 great developer. They thrive when they have well-structured and strong teams.

If you can't work well on a team, you won't get hired. Soft skills are not EASY items and they absolutely are necessary in today's market.

Technical ability doesn't equal phenomenal interviewing skills. They are two separate skill sets and both require effort, practice, and planning.

[Aaron Greenbergence Day @aarongreenberg]

Happy Friday: I’ve got some Deluxe Edition with early access codes to giveaway for the critically acclaimed @Liesofp on Xbox Series X|S. RT if you follow to win! #LiesofP

https://t.co/yYiJNt2V4D

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@seaofstarsgame is absolutely phenomenal. Hats off to the team for their amazing work. A classic RPG with feel good retro vibes. #retrogames

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Big thanks to @TheRetroHunter for the dreamcast games today! Great shop!

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@BryantChappel Dude you need to try @AntstreamArcade ! I'm not biased, honest 😉

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@hashtagmediaguy @AntstreamArcade Oh yeah! https://t.co/YK2IIP941H

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Horror games I want to see on @AntstreamArcade
- Silent Hill
- Resident Evil
- Alone in the dark
- Sweet Home (NES)
- Fright Night

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@hashtagmediaguy @AntstreamArcade @Xbox Thank you 🙏🏼 this validates everything we have worked on to deliver this amazing product to XBOX.