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A State of Control
From the network for the AV Industry comes a show about control programming. From hard coding to configuring, we will discuss it all. Monthly guests will include programmers, designers, and end users.
Episodes
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AV Programming Then & Now | A State of Control
History is always finicky. We've covered the start of AV programming from simple switches to complex network systems, but there's plenty of stories to still be…
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How The Internet Changed Everything | A State of Control
Last time, we talked about the technology that revolutionized control programming. What could possibly match up against that? In one word: Connectivity. The…
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A History of AV Programming | A State of Control
This is a new kind of A State of Control. But if we're going to do things right, we have to start all the way at the beginning. Join us for a journey in…
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Avoid Risk To Your AV Network | A State of Control 131
As more devices and solutions get connected to the network, security is more important than ever. What was once 'nice to have' is essential if you want to keep…
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Who Really Owns The Code? | A State Of Control 130
Code ownership has been a discussion between programmers and clients since we've been typing things into terminals. But today, we will most definitely pin down…
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Everything About Crestron Masters 2025 | A State of Control 129
Every year, Crestron holds their Masters event for certified professionals in the AV industry. Programmers and designers come together for three days to…
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How Are We Using AI in AV Programming? | A State of Control 128
Artificial Intelligence is less of a sci-fi concept these days. Unfortunately, it's instead just become more of a buzzword. Not to mention the defining lines…
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AV Programming: Custom or Configuration? | A State of Control 127
To be honest, automation is kind of AV's thing. We program devices of all kinds to serve functions in a simple way. But how does automation come down to the…
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Determining The Future Of AV Programming | A State of Control 126
The video version of this podcast can be found here. Many years ago, students were told that "they wouldn't have a calculator in their pocket" at all time. Not…
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Learning The Ropes Of AV Programming | A State of Control 125
How does one become an AV programmer? It's not as easy an answer as you think. There are multiple facets to consider from manufacturer training to specific…
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When To Upgrade And Update AV Systems | A State of Control 124
One of the best parts about technology, especially software, is adaptability. Thanks to the internet we can run upgrade and modify systems to suit the needs of…
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How Manufacturer Partnerships Are Essential To AV | A State of Control 123
Integration is the foundation of the AV industry. Connecting different solutions and systems to make one cohesive unit is what makes AV so important for any…
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Managing Systems From Anywhere In The World | A State of Control 122
Out of the many things that the internet and networking in general has brought to AV, it's remote monitoring and support. No longer do you need to send out a…
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From Black Boxes to Software Solutions | A State of Control 121
As technology and networks expand, we are relying more on software solutions for control in AV systems. But what's the impact of moving to these systems for…
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Understanding The CrowdStrike Outage | A State of Control 120
In July, CrowdStrike systems went down, causing over 8 millions systems to crash. It turns out the error was not caused by a virus, international attack or…
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What it Means To Switch Programming Platforms | A State of Control 119
Adapting to evolving technologies is one of the greatest assets a programmer can have. Not just for business sake, but platforms as well. Making informed…
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A State of Control 118: The Code is The Code
It may shock you, but just writing code isn't all that programmers have to do. If they run a business around that programming, then there is much more that…
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A State of Control 117: Silent Intern
We had so much to talk about what happened at Crestron Masters 2024, that we had to break it into two parts. And even then, we still had a good discussion. We…
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A State of Control 116: Our People
This time of year, programmers in the AV field come together at Crestron Masters for a selection of courses and seminars. Not only does it bolster professional…
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A State of Control 115: Better Business Operators
Independent programming has been around for nearly three decades, and a discussion surrounding them has existed just as long. Opinion is split between…
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A State of Control 114: Not My Number
Normally our show looks at the finer details of programming, especially in the AV space. But we're taking a little turn to discuss the business side of…
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A State of Control 113: It's Not Convergence, It's Reality
Control capabilities in third-party solutions have evolved in priority. It used be just a neat bonus, before becoming necessary and even a selling point. They…
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A State of Control 112: Nerds Unite
Our show usually covers topics in an evergreen context. At least, as enduring as discussions in a constantly evolving space in technology can be. One such step…
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A State of Control 111: Voice To Programmers
It might be a stereotype, but most programmers by nature are soft-spoken and blend into the background. But their work is integral to a successful project. How…
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A State of Control 110: Just A Programmer
There are some roles that when done correctly, you wouldn't realize anything had been done at all. But because of the nature of those jobs, it's hard to find…
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A State of Control 109: Leave The Backdoor Unlocked
An Application Programming Interface, or API, is sometimes a term that gets misconstrued in technology spaces. They used to simply be a control protocol, but…
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A State of Control 108: Three Dollars And A Ho-Ho
If AV is an afterthought in projects, then programming is the afterthought of the afterthought. Programming has historically been looked at as a simple line…
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A State of Control 107: Programmers Have The Power
If we learned anything in the past few years, it's that staying on your proverbial toes and being ready to pivot is crucial in all aspects of AV. From…
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A State of Control 106: One The Loneliest Number
The main purpose of control systems is to bring disparate products together and make them work in a unified experience. Though sometimes companies are more…
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A State of Control 105: Always Be Learning
One of the most advantageous parts of going into the programming field is that their knowledge can last. Good programmers can maintain a role for a good amount…
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A State of Control 104: Prompt Engineer
Artificial Intelligence used to be the sort of thing you'd only hear about in a science fiction setting, or more recently with the advent of platforms like…
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A State of Control 103: Embedded Developer
Programming by itself isn't hard to define. It's the process to make instructions and perform tasks through technology. But in the AV space, everything is…
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A State of Control 102: Never A Typical Space
For too long, programmers have had the stereotype of being cooped away in their dungeons never to see the light of day. But we trekked all the way over to…
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A State of Control 101: Four Lattes
AV systems have a balancing act that takes place between the hardware and software sides. But as we move to a more IT-centric space, we are seeing more…
A State of ControlA State of Control 100: Unsung Hero
It's crazy to think that nine years ago, A State of Control began. And like any technological sector, programming has evolved in unbelievable ways since those…
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A State of Control 99: Crestron Masters 2022
Every year, Crestron holds their Masters training event. It's the first time that these programmers have gathered together in the same physical space since…
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A State of Control 98: AV On CNN
If you're anywhere near a tech sector like the AV industry, you will likely hear about the recent supply chain shortages. A lack of chips have forced many…
A State of ControlA State of Control 95: Not Playing The B-Sides
On the show floor of InfoComm 2022 to talk in person about the control programming side of the AV industry. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and…
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A State of Control 94: Integration Nirvana
What new tricks programmers can learn to flourish in the midst of hardware supply hardships within the AV industry. See Privacy Policy at…
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A State of Control 93: Kind Space
What it will take to expand the diversity of AV programmers and the industry in general. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy…
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A State of Control 92: Blue Polo Shirts
Talking to the women in control programming and what it means to be a woman in the AV industry. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California…
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A State of Control 91: Tinfoil Hat
Looking at the implementation of new products within projects and how to evaluate if a new solution is the right fit for the job. See Privacy Policy at…
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A State of Control 90: Managing Programmers Part 2: Process
Continuing the conversation of the role of the programmer and it means to successfully lead your programmers through projects. See Privacy Policy at…
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A State of Control 89: Make Your Fate
Looking at the role of the programming manager and how to effectively lead your team of AV programmers. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and…
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A State of Control 88: Build A Better Idiot
Looking at how manufacturers have changed the programming space and what programmers should be focused on when broadening their horizons. See Privacy Policy at…
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A State of Control 87: Pay Me, Sucker!
Discussing the scope of work when it comes to a project and how to work with your client to get them exactly what they signed up for. See Privacy Policy at…
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A State of Control 86: Hero, Not Zero
What it means for programmers in an industry shifting to software-centric systems. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy…
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A State of Control 85: The Right To Get Smarter
Looking at the options in programming for control systems and finding what's right for your client and your project. See Privacy Policy at…
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A State of Control 84: Cult of Personality
Taking another look at the world of resimercial and what it means for integrators on both sides of the fence. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy…
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A State of Control 83: Code Hygiene
Looking at the differences between software architecture and AV programming, and which one is the right fit for the right project. See Privacy Policy at…
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A State of Control 82: Simple Is Good
Taking at look at this year's Crestron Masters event and the impact it has on the industry. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California…
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A State of Control 81: Ego Problem
Looking at the importance of training and certification for control system programmers within the AV industry. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy…
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A State of Control 80: Check Engine
Continuing the conversation of cybersecurity and what control systems enigneers can do to keep their clients safe. See Privacy Policy at…
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A State of Control 79: Cover Your Butt
Discussing the threats of cybersecurity and what programmers can do to ensure their clients' systems stay safe and sound. See Privacy Policy at…
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A State of Control 78: Chunks of Done
Continuing the conversation of project management and when a job is truly complete. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy…
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A State Of Control 77: Done Done
Finding the line for programmers when a project is done, and when it is complete. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice…
A State of ControlA State of Control 76: Happy Accidents
Looking at the intricacies that go into AV programming, the common pitfalls to avoid, and the skills needed for a successful project. See Privacy Policy at…
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A State Of Control 75: Customer First
Defining user experience and the factors that come into play, and the role of both the programmer and manufacturer in making that user experience happen. See…
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A State Of Control 74: Don’t Be Clever
Discussing systems upgrades and what it takes to modify existing programming to a contemporary standard. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and…
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A State of Control 73: Comfortable Being Uncomfortable
Looking at the value of the programmer outside of writing code, and what this job might look like as the AV industry continues to evolve. See Privacy Policy at…