TMO’s web developer, Stephen Swift, considers if Safari Reader could actually have a positive effect for website publishers despite some of its initial technical shortcomings.

Most Web surfers are familiar with the concept of blogging. For some, the idea of taking the time to compose an entry with substance is enticing, for others, however, that just takes too much time. Sharing thoughts and ideas on the Web can be more appealing if you do it quickly and with spontaneity, and that's the whole idea behind Twitter.

SAN FRANCISCO -- When Steve Jobs introduced the new Intel Macs during his Keynote on Tuesday, he asked developers to work extra hard to release universal binaries of their software. The Mac Observer went on the show floor to get reactions from developers and users alike.

To the joy of audiophiles, there is a definite audio vibe at Macworld San Francisco 2006, and The Mac Observer has found the hot pro-audio products introduced at Macworld or new this past year.

At the Worldwide Developer Conference today, Apple announced Xcode, a new set of developer tools. Developers attending WWDC will receive a free preview release of Xcode at the conference. Xcode will be available to Select and Premier Apple Developer Connection (ADC) members online.

Apple previewed the next major version of Mac OS X client and server at the Worldwide Developer Conference keynote presentation.

Everything you've ever wanted to know about AppleScript, but were too lazy to do the research yourself: The Mac Observer would like to invite you to learn more about one of Apple's least understood technologies -- AppleScript

MACWORLD New York-the booths are packed, I see a new product everywhere I turn, and I can feel everyone's excitement; however, something is missing: AppleScript

Stephen Swift shows us how to use the powerful tool of subroutines to make better AppleScripts in this, the 10th installment of his AppleScribt series

AppleScript is a great automation tool. Two clicks and your browser is loaded, your e-mail is downloaded, and your coffee is steaming. Being able to repeat your routine, however, is an essential component of AppleScript. You might have an excellent script that prepares your photos for the Web, but without the repeat loop, editing fifty photos is still a pain

Stephen Swift offers his 8th installment of his learning ApplieScript series. In this week's edition, we learn about how to work with lists within AppleScript

Stephen Swift offers up his next installment of his guide to learning AppleScript. This installment tackles a new way to set dynamic values in AppleScript with "Properties."

Stephen Swift shows us how to make the transition from working with AppleScript in OS 9 to Mac OS X

Stephen Swift offers the 5th installment of his AppleScript tutorial, dealing with AppleScript variables and forms

Stephen Swift reviews a product designed to help publishing and graphics professionals automate their workflow with AppleScript

Stephen Swift picks up with the third installment of his AppleScript tutorial series with instructions for making dialog boxes

Stephen Swift offers his second lesson for learning AppleScript, and this week we actually make our first script!

Stephen Swift launches his new AppleScript column with an introduction to the basics of learning this incredible tool