A State of Control

Discussing customized solutions, overcoming the limits of control system platforms, and the value of being niche. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Looking at the pros and cons of fixed control appliances and custom control solutions, and the future of the custom market for control manufacturers. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Discussing APIs, modules and drivers, and building community within the AV industry. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Looking at the role of the modern programmer and how the changes to the industry will impact progammers moving forward. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Continuing the conversation about interface design. What the industry can do to stay on top of things and discussing the future of user interface design. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Understanding programming versus configuration of control systems, and finding their place in the industry space. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A look back at Harman's annual programmer's conference, IoT in Pro AV, and where audiovisual programmers are headed next. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Getting project managers and audiovisual control programmers on the same page to get the job done right and on time. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The importance of building control and automation and what ProAV audiovisual integrators need to know to make the most of the newest control platforms. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Where the world of AI and virtualization will intersect with audiovisual programming and automation. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The value of the yearly gathering of audiovisual control programmers at Crestron Masters, peer education, and networking. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In past episodes SOC has covered the process and practices of creating sustainable code, confirming scope of work and documentation. On this episode we discuss a key to success, maintaining time and project management. The work to creating and achieving system milestones, what happens when things go awry and back on track.  What factors affect [...] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy...

Just how do you get to be an AV programmer? Working in AV integration is not just knowing code, we have to see the whole system operation. Where can you learn and improve your skills. Is the best method finding a Mentor? We chat with folks who offer training online outside the factory classes. Look [...] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19...

On this Episode we look forward to the new year by discussing how to make a project be successful, testing systems properly, and increasing customer satisfaction. Video available below Host: Steve Greenblatt Guests: David Hatz – AVI Systems Jim Maltese – Jim Maltese Twitter See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-inf...

The Nature of Programming is changing rapidly. In this new environment is the role of the programming becoming obsolete or have a bigger role to play? We all know that there is a significant push in the audiovisual industry to simplify control system programming in order to provide less complex and less costly solutions quicker [...] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California P...

On this episode we look at in-person audio visual programmer conferences. What value do they bring? How do they propel you and your team forward? Are they worth the investment from both a time and money aspect? Video available below Host: Steve Greenblatt Guests: Chris Backus – AMX by Harman Dave Hatz – AVI Systems [...] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice...

With manufacturers are pushing “No Programming Required” solutions, how do programmers see this impacting their livelihood? Our panel discusses the benefit and specific uses of “no programming required” solutions as well as the true value of programmers. Guest John Pavlik from Crestron Electronics unveils details about .AV Framework in its current form as well as [...] See Privacy Policy at https:...

How do you pick which jobs to take and which to pass? How do you say “No” to a client? We talk about this plus how to handle the ebbs and flows of busy season. Video available below Host: Steve Greenblatt Guests: Rich Fregosa Marc LaVecchia Tim Albright See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What are the benefits and drawbacks of documentation? We talk about preparing a system for future-proofing. Are there standards you can employ among various programmers? Plus, taking on someone else’s code Video available below Host: Steve Greenblatt Guests: Rich Fregosa Chip Moody Tim Albright See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/priva...

This month we dive into the divide between residential and commercial programming. We talk about the skill sets needed for each and how do you transition from one to the other. Video available below Host: Tim Albright and Steve Greenblatt Guests: Rich Fregosa Bernard Morgan   See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-i...

On our previous episode we discussed how programming of typical systems are being simplified. This month we talk about software solutions that help programmers with simple systems through the most complicated. Video available below Host: Tim Albright and Steve Greenblatt Guests: Rich Fregosa Troy Morgan Patrick Murray See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at...

This month we look at how to get into the programming side of AV, where to go to get your skills honed, and the death of the middle-class programmer. Video available below Host: Tim Albright and Steve Greenblatt Guests: Rich Fregosa – Fregosa Design See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This month we look at the importance of manufacturer training and certifications. What do they cover beyond their specific products? How does InfoComm and other trade organizations add to the knowledge base? What are the responsibilities of the employees going to training? Video available below Host: Tim Albright and Steve Greenblatt Guests: Rich Fregosa – Fregosa [...] See Privacy Policy at https...

With a new white paper from InfoComm International, what new and innovative things can audiovisual programmers do to help push these systems forward? The Impact modern devices have on control and automation systems. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Host: Tim Albright AVNation Founder and Steve Greenblatt of Control Concepts Guests: Rich Fregosa, Chip Moody of VCA Global, and Dave Goldberg of AdvnacedAV. Record Date: 3/10/2014 On this month's episode of State of Control we take a look at the subject of sub-contractors in the world of programming. We have two integrator programmers and two [...] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy...