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PragDuck app for iPhone and iPad


4.3 ( 7633 ratings )
Productivity Entertainment
Developer: ObjectFab GmbH
Free
Current version: 1.3, last update: 7 years ago
First release : 11 Mar 2011
App size: 2.57 Mb

This app is an electronic version of the rubber duck suggested by the book “The Pragmatic Programmer”.

Whenever you are facing a problem which is too complex, to solve it right away: describe it to someone. Describing is the important part, not listening. No buddy at hand? Just describe it to this app instead. The duck will nod when it detects a sound. Hopefully you will gain enough insight to solve your problem. Go ahead, solve your problems in a pragmatic way.

BTW: Have you tried touching or shaking the duck already? ;-)

Important note: This app requires a microphone. Users of 2nd and 3rd gen iPod touch should connect an external mic.