BoomTick Launches as a Platform Merging West Coast Swing Dance with Software Engineering

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BoomTick is a newly introduced independent platform that combines software engineering practices with the culture and logistics of partner dancing, specifically West Coast Swing. The project applies developer tooling, AI-powered schedule parsers, and CI/CD pipelines to real-world challenges like managing multi-track dance convention schedules and travel logistics. It also explores movement mechanics, minimalist dancer-focused apparel, and community identity. The team uses a technical stack including TypeScript, Python, Docker, and GitHub Actions, and experiments with custom Model Context Protocol servers and local model orchestration. BoomTick announced its presence on DEV Community to document its technical work and engage developers building tools for niche hobbies and subcultures.

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