How Dark Sky Works
So we passed $10,000 today... thanks to all our backers for getting us this far!
Since launching this project, we've had a lot of people ask us how Dark Sky works. The answer is simple: Evil voodoo magic.
Just kidding. We've written a blog post explaining some of the behind-the-scenes technology:
http://blog.jackadam.net/2011/how-dark-sky-works/
Enjoy! And make sure to keep spreading the word about Dark Sky. Especially to all your friends in those crappy-weather areas (I'm looking at you, Buffalo).
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Funding period
Oct 26, 2011 -
Nov 30, 2011
(35 days)
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- Website: darkskyapp.com
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Every dollar counts! As our backer, you will have the option of having your name listed on a sponsors-list on our website. You'll also have access to private project updates and sneak-peaks as we develop the app.
Estimated delivery: Mar 2012Pledge $15 or more
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Congratulations, you just pre-ordered a copy of Dark Sky for the iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch! This can be for you, or as a gift to anyone of your choosing.
Estimated delivery: Mar 2012Pledge $40 or more
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A pre-ordered copy of Dark Sky, plus a stylish, silkscreened Dark Sky t-shirt to flaunt your support of this project.
Estimated delivery: Mar 2012Pledge $150 or more
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In addition to pre-ordering Dark Sky, you also get the t-shirt and a gorgeous wind-proof senz˚ umbrella [http://senzumbrellas.com], customized with the Dark Sky logo. We are absolutely in love with this umbrella!
Estimated delivery: Mar 2012Pledge $500 or more
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All of the above, plus access to developer pre-release betas of the Dark Sky app well before it becomes available to the general public. This also includes access to a VIP mailing list to help us prioritize features and improve the app.
Estimated delivery: Mar 2012Pledge $1,500 or more
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All of the above, plus special recognition on the front page of the Dark Sky site, with a link to your personal or business website.
Estimated delivery: Mar 2012
Comments
Creator Joe Schaefer on November 13, 2011
I am in the Aviation field, and have taken meteorology classes, so this program seems like it will be a very productive application!
Creator Rose Vines on November 7, 2011
Love the background on how it works. Really fascinating.
Ignore those meteorologists! They still don't do much better than a roll of the dice more than a day or so out.