Listener Inbox: Tailscale, Dream Jobs and the Case for Vibe Coding
Show notes
Vibe coding with Claude has taken over Steven Scott's spare time, and he and Shaun Preece think more blind people should try it. They explain how the setup works, why your files stay on your own computer, and whether building our own accessible tools lets big tech developers off the hook.
Steven explains how he builds iPhone apps with Claude and Xcode, then shows Records, a small app he made that scans letters, summarises them and adds appointments to his calendar. They also cover the privacy side of uploading documents to the cloud. Shaun announces a public beta of Claudio, his accessible Windows app for Claude Code. They talk about apps people have built for Plaud note takers, and why unofficial WhatsApp clients could get your account banned.
Next comes a grumble about iOS and Windows. Steven and Shaun talk about noisy iMessage group chats, FaceTime calls that won't start, and the latest VoiceOver bugs. They also cover the Windows start menu bug that Microsoft is now fixing on its servers.
In the inbox, Leander picks up on the jobs we'd have done if we weren't blind. Lindy from Australia asks whether Tailscale can link an iPhone with a Windows laptop. Shaun explains what Tailscale does, and suggests iCloud for Windows and Phone Link as easier ways to get the job done.
To finish, ET asks whether vibe coding takes accessibility off developers' plates. Steven argues that blind people should stop waiting for permission and build things themselves. He points to Saqib Shaikh and Seeing AI as proof of what can happen.
Chapters
0:00 – Welcome to the therapy session
0:45 – Can't leave Claude alone: building your own tools
5:05 – Inaccessible PDFs, privacy and the Records app
12:12 – Claudio, an accessible Claude Code client
13:51 – Plaud tools and WhatsApp client risks
16:01 – iMessage, FaceTime and iOS and Windows bugs
22:50 – The inbox: the jingle and Leander on dream jobs
29:15 – Lindy asks about Tailscale, iPhone and Windows
39:55 – ET: is vibe coding letting developers off the hook?
54:38 – How to get in touch and the Double Tap newsletter
Relevant Links
Double Tap: https://doubletaponair.com/
Claude: https://claude.com/product/overview
Claudio beta from Slight Perception: https://slightperception.com/beta
Tailscale: https://tailscale.com
iCloud for Windows: https://support.apple.com/en-us/103232
Phone Link: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/apps/phonelink/phone-link-requirements-and-setup
Seeing AI: https://www.seeingai.com/
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Hosted by the insightful duo, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece, Double Tap is a treasure trove of information for anyone who's blind or partially sighted and has a passion for tech. Steven and Shaun not only demystify tech, but they also regularly feature interviews and welcome guests from the community, fostering an interactive and engaging environment. Tune in every day of the week, and you'll discover how technology can seamlessly integrate into your life, enhancing daily tasks and experiences, even if your sight is limited.
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