Information through Communication

Turning information into something people can use.

I independently design and develop thoughtful, native apps for iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch and Mac.

Clear communication is the foundation of good technology.

Information through Communication is more than a motto—it is the principle that underpins everything I do.

In developing native applications for Apple platforms, I believe the best solutions come from presenting information clearly, connecting ideas effectively and helping people make confident decisions.

I believe the best software comes from clear communication—between people, ideas and technology. Modern AI-assisted development tools form part of my engineering process, helping transform ideas into working software more efficiently while allowing me to focus on the areas that matter most: thoughtful design, sound engineering decisions, intuitive user experiences and a clear product vision.

Technology should simplify complexity rather than create it. My aim is always to build software that is practical, dependable and carefully crafted, making information easier to understand, easier to communicate and ultimately more valuable to the people who use it.

Purposeful software,
designed for Apple platforms.

Independent development

iPhone · iPad · Apple Watch · Mac

Native apps built around real needs.

My business is increasingly focused on designing and developing focused Apple applications using Swift, SwiftUI and modern AI-assisted engineering tools.

The aim is straightforward: clear interfaces, dependable behaviour and software that makes useful information easier to understand and act upon.

Explore current development

Family Historian

A comprehensive Apple app for bringing family history information together and making it easier to explore, understand and share.

Preparing for App Store release

Your family story,
clearly connected.

Family Historian is becoming a substantial application for recording people, relationships, events, sources, photographs, documents and the wider context behind a family’s story.

It is designed to make complex family information easier to navigate while preserving the detail, evidence and personal connections that make family history meaningful.

This website will become the home for product information, release news, documentation, privacy information and support as the app approaches launch.

01

Clear

Complex family information presented in an understandable way.

02

Connected

People, places, events and evidence brought together meaningfully.

03

Personal

A private, thoughtful home for the details behind a family story.

A growing portfolio of native Apple software.

These applications are currently in active development and have not yet been released. Each is being designed around a clear, practical purpose and a native experience across the Apple devices it supports.

02In development

My Whisky Cabinet

A personal catalogue for recording, organising and exploring a whisky collection.

iPadiPhone
03In development

My Health

A focused application for bringing personal health information together in a clear and useful form.

iPadiPhone
04In development

Andy's Garden Planner

A practical planning tool for organising garden spaces, planting and seasonal activity.

iPadiPhone
05In development

Andy's Calendar

A thoughtfully designed calendar experience for managing and understanding personal time.

iPadiPhone
06In development

Andy's Solitaire

A clean, native interpretation of the classic card game for Apple devices.

iPadiPhone
07In development

Xcode Bridge

A companion system for connecting Apple devices with an Xcode development workflow on Mac.

MaciPadiPhone
10In development

Run Pace Checker

A running companion for checking pace and related performance information on the move.

iPhoneApple Watch
09In development

Food Log

A simple food diary for recording meals, food items and nutritional information.

iPhone

Let’s communicate.

For Apple app development, product enquiries or general correspondence.

info@andygrant.com