The latest articles on DEV Community by Wayne Demon (@wayne_damon). https://dev.to/wayne_damon https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=90,height=90,fit=cover,gravity=auto,format=auto/https:%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Fuser%2Fprofile_image%2F3701542%2F8c1eb2d4-350a-4c2f-be6d-901eb1f3dedf.png https://dev.to/wayne_damon en Wayne Demon Fri, 09 Jan 2026 03:33:15 +0000 https://dev.to/wayne_damon/pick-wheel-a-simple-tool-for-making-decisions-51j6 https://dev.to/wayne_damon/pick-wheel-a-simple-tool-for-making-decisions-51j6 <p>Most of the time, the hardest part of a decision isn’t the choice itself — it’s getting everyone to agree. That’s where <strong>Pick Wheel</strong> comes in.</p> <p><a href="https://pickwheel.app" rel="noopener noreferrer">Pick Wheel</a> is a lightweight online wheel spinner that helps you make fair, random decisions in seconds. No installs, no sign-ups, no friction. Just open the site, add your options, and spin.</p> <h2> What Is Pick Wheel? </h2> <p>Pick Wheel is a browser-based decision-making tool built for everyday use.</p> <p>You can use it to:</p> <ul> <li>Pick a random name</li> <li>Decide what to eat</li> <li>Run a quick giveaway or lucky draw</li> <li>Settle small group debates</li> <li>Handle party or classroom games</li> </ul> <p>If the choice can be written down, the wheel can spin it.</p> <h2> How It Works </h2> <p>The workflow is intentionally simple:</p> <ol> <li>Open <a href="https://pickwheel.app" rel="noopener noreferrer">Pick Wheel</a> </li> <li>Enter your options or choose a preset wheel</li> <li>Click <strong>Spin</strong> and get a random result</li> </ol> <p>That’s it. The wheel handles the randomness so you don’t have to.</p> <h2> Customization Without Complexity </h2> <p>If you want more control, Pick Wheel lets you customize almost everything — without making things complicated.</p> <p>You can:</p> <ul> <li>Change colors, fonts, and wheel styles</li> <li>Adjust spin speed and duration</li> <li>Enable or disable sound effects</li> <li>Add images to options</li> <li>Use fullscreen mode for presentations or events</li> </ul> <p>All features work directly in the browser.</p> <h2> Why Developers (and Teams) Actually Use It </h2> <p>Pick Wheel isn’t just for fun — it’s practical.</p> <p>Common use cases include:</p> <ul> <li>Randomly assigning tasks in a team</li> <li>Picking speakers or volunteers</li> <li>Running fair giveaways</li> <li>Classroom participation</li> <li>Icebreakers in meetings</li> </ul> <p>It removes bias and awkwardness with one click.</p> <h2> Cross-Device, No Setup </h2> <p>Pick Wheel works smoothly on:</p> <ul> <li>Desktop</li> <li>Tablet</li> <li>Mobile</li> </ul> <p>There’s nothing to download and nothing to configure. It’s the kind of tool you keep bookmarked and open whenever you need it.</p> <h2> Final Thoughts </h2> <p>Pick Wheel does one thing well: it helps you make decisions quickly and fairly.</p> <p>It’s not overengineered, it doesn’t get in the way, and it respects your time — which is probably why people keep coming back to it.</p> sideprojects Wayne Demon Fri, 09 Jan 2026 03:21:54 +0000 https://dev.to/wayne_damon/steal-a-brainrot-a-surprisingly-addictive-tycoon-game-1m7i https://dev.to/wayne_damon/steal-a-brainrot-a-surprisingly-addictive-tycoon-game-1m7i <p>I usually don’t expect much from <a href="https://roblox.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Roblox</a>-style games, but Steal a Brainrot caught me off guard.</p> <p>What looks like a simple meme-driven tycoon game turns into a surprisingly solid loop of passive income, upgrades, and risk management. If you enjoy systems, optimization, and that <em>“just one more upgrade”</em> feeling, this game delivers.</p> <h2> What Is Steal a Brainrot? </h2> <p><strong>Steal a Brainrot</strong> is a tycoon + heist-style game where you collect meme characters called <strong>Brainrots</strong>. Each Brainrot generates money automatically once placed in your base.</p> <p>The core loop is simple:</p> <ul> <li>Get Brainrots </li> <li>Earn passive income </li> <li>Replace low-value units with better ones </li> <li>Defend your base — or steal from others </li> </ul> <p>It’s basically asset management wrapped in memes.</p> <h2> The First Thing You Should Do </h2> <p>When you start, you’ll have a small amount of cash and an empty base. Don’t wait for rare drops.</p> <p>Go straight to the <strong>conveyor belt</strong> in the center of the map and buy <strong>Noobini Pizzanini</strong>.</p> <p>Why this one?</p> <ul> <li>Cheap </li> <li>Fast payback </li> <li>Can be bought multiple times </li> </ul> <p>Early income matters far more than rarity at the beginning.</p> <h2> Buying vs. Stealing Brainrots </h2> <p>There are two ways to grow your base:</p> <h3> Buying </h3> <ul> <li>Safe </li> <li>Predictable </li> <li>Best for early progress </li> </ul> <h3> Stealing </h3> <ul> <li>High risk </li> <li>High reward </li> <li>Punishes bad timing </li> </ul> <p>Stealing only makes sense when you clearly outmatch another base. Otherwise, it’s usually not worth the risk.</p> <h2> Small Tips That Save a Lot of Time </h2> <ul> <li>Always keep one base slot open </li> <li>Sell weak Brainrots instead of hoarding them </li> <li>Watch the conveyor — high-tier units do appear </li> <li>Use the base lock when you get something valuable </li> </ul> <p>The game rewards patience and smart upgrades.</p> <h2> Why This Game Works So Well </h2> <p>From a systems point of view, Steal a Brainrot does a few things right:</p> <ul> <li>Clear feedback loop </li> <li>Strong scaling with higher tiers </li> <li>Real tension from other players </li> <li>Simple rules with meaningful decisions </li> </ul> <p>It’s easy to learn, but hard to put down.</p> <h2> Where to Play Steal a Brainrot </h2> <p>If you want to try it without downloads or sign-ups, you can play <strong>Steal a Brainrot</strong> directly in your browser at <a href="https://abrainrot.com" rel="noopener noreferrer">aBrainrot</a>.</p> <p>It’s free, loads fast, and works well for quick sessions.</p> <h2> Final Thoughts </h2> <p>Steal a Brainrot looks silly on the surface, but underneath the memes is a well-designed economy game. Treat Brainrots like income-producing assets, upgrade aggressively, and don’t get careless around other players.</p> <p>If you enjoy tycoon mechanics, optimization, or just watching numbers go up, this one’s worth a look.</p> gamedev