Web App in Development

I've created a functional prototype of the web app. I don't feel like it's quite ready to share for real and open it up for the public, but there are some screenshots below. Upon stating what it is that I'm trying to do with CapitolBuddy in last week's post, I gained some real focus and …

Applying to BetaSpring

I'm in the middle of applying to the most important opportunity that I've ever had with CapitolBuddy. BetaSpring is a start-up accelerator here in Providence that I'm hoping will give me some mentorship and resources to help the evolution of CapitolBuddy. They also provide some funding and a space to work. I see what is …

What’s new in CapitolBuddy 1.5

Last week, I released an update for CapitolBuddy that adds some key features. The "News" section is the most obvious addition. But there's also an updated interface for notes. And Vote Count is a little more sophisticated. See more about each of the big changes below. News Read something interesting about a legislator? Go find …

CapitolBuddy puts legislators in your hand [video]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aTASkOzZnYk If you work at a state capitol in any capacity, you likely need to know the lawmakers around you, and you also need to take well organized notes on those lawmakers. CapitolBuddy gives you the info you need to succeed. Take a look at Rhode Island's info for free by downloading the app on …

Pennsylvania is for sale

The roll out of new states continues for CapitolBuddy. We're working to help our state capitol people become more efficient one state at a time. Pennsylvania, you're up! This new product includes the normal info for each legislator, same note taking, and same vote counting -- still only $24.99. Here's a list of the info …

iPad version looks good now!

If you'd been using CapitolBuddy on the iPad, you might notice that it's really just a blown up version of the iPhone. Well not anymore! Now opening the app on the iPad has the interface you always wanted: a side menu of legislators that displays all their info in a large window to the side …