Skywarden and Theo are free and will stay that way.

I've been thinking about how to keep them sustainable - and ruled out ads, paywalls, and subscription models one by one. Instead, both apps will show a small, dismissible message asking for support. No restrictions, no difference between users.

The full reasoning: https://adfr.io/thoughts/20260316_no_ads_no_paywall_just_a_request

#Skywarden #Astrophotography #IndieDev #OpenWeb #astrodon #astrophotography

No Ads. No Paywall. Just a Request.

Skywarden and Theo are free and will stay that way. Here's what that means in practice β€” and why I ruled out every other option.

Frank Adler :: Astrophotography & Web Engineering

Astro Planner has evolved into Skywarden! πŸŽ‰

I've poured countless hours into this project, and I'm thrilled to share the massive update.

Now featuring:

- Real-time weather integration (incl. rain/snow/wind warnings)

- Year-long planning mode with calendar exports

- Smart telescope presets (Seestar, Vespera, etc.)

- Object search for 7k+ DSOs

Guard your clear nights! Learn more: https://adfr.io/thoughts/20260206_meet_skywarden

#astrodon #astrophotography #skywarden #dso

Astro Planner is Growing Up: Meet Skywarden

My astrophotography planning tool is growing up. Rebranding from Astro Planner to Skywarden, the app now features deep weather integration with safety alerts, a year-ahead planning mode with calendar exports, and dedicated presets for smart telescopes. Stop guessing what to shoot and start guarding your clear skies.

Frank Adler :: Astrophotography & Web Engineering
MBDA Unveils Unique Anti-Drone Concept

The concept enables the rapid incorporation of a warhead on a drone to defeat threats at a lower cost. Tests of the munition have proven its effectiveness.

MBDA Unveils Unique Anti-Drone Concept

The concept enables the rapid incorporation of a warhead on a drone to defeat threats at a lower cost. Tests of the munition have proven its effectiveness.