Yo - WhereMySurgeApp!

Herbert Pinder posted an update — Jul 13, 2015 06:04 PM EDT

Hi, all. I haven't posted here in awhile - a lots been happening. Still receiving love from Driver-Partners with the app and in the middle of it all, I had the birth of my daughter, so I've been pretty busy. We've done a major update to the landing page (today) and I've consolidated to the following markets: Washington DC, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Chicago, Miami, Atlanta, and Austin. Since this Hackathon is now closed, please visit us at www.WhereMySurgeApp.com, follow us on Twitter (updated most frequently) or blog.wheremysurgeapp.com. I didn't win anything through this Hackathon, but it's been extraordinarily fulfilling being able to help increase the income of Driver-Partners globally. Thanks again for your support on this journey!

Best, Herb.

Herbert Pinder posted an update — Jun 12, 2015 02:08 PM EDT

What up, all. We're testing now so it'll be Tuesday for the site update. Keep spreading the love (http://www.100shiki.com/archives/2015/06/wheremysurgeapp.html) - keep it up. Thanks!

Herbert Pinder posted an update — Jun 08, 2015 02:37 PM EDT

Ok guys; I’ve updated with a couple of snapshots of new cities; the system and services can now accommodate Uber Driver-Partners’ wherever they may be around the world. I’ll update the landing page - please continue sending feedback to support@wheremysurgeapp.com; thanks!

Herbert Pinder posted an update — Jun 02, 2015 06:28 AM EDT

Update: We’re moving at breakneck pace over here; the Driver community isn’t letting me rest on this one. I’ll have update next week and an updated page.

Herbert Pinder posted an update — May 31, 2015 04:27 AM EDT

"Man-#Uber-ing": to position yourself in the best place for a surge: "I'm 'bout to 'manuber' right over here for a minute and get my surge on!"

Herbert Pinder posted an update — May 31, 2015 04:10 AM EDT

We've had overwhelming success with the platform - we're adding about a dozen new cities (internationally, too) which were requested. I’ve setup a landing page now at www.wheremysurgeapp.com for you to add your email, desired city, state/country and any comments - what is it that you want to see in a platform for Driver-Partners? (We doin' it FUBU style - you know!). Tell us and leave your email so we can follow up. We'll have new updates by Wednesday (June 3rd) or so. Remember to follow us on Twitter at @WhereMySurgeApp, Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WhereMySurgeApp, and upvote us on Product Hunt too: http://www.producthunt.com/posts/wheremysurgeapp. For those of you whose money is burning a hole in your pocket, hit us up on AngelList: https://angel.co/wheremysurgeapp. Ok - that’s it. Gotta go man-#uber-ing for some airport runs.

Herbert Pinder posted an update — May 29, 2015 03:53 PM EDT

A recent comment on ProductHunt from the CMO of RequestedApp.com:

"Is it possible that by getting more drivers to potential surge locations, you'll lower the % of the surge pricing for users? I see a potential win-win."

Great stuff!

Herbert Pinder posted an update — May 29, 2015 01:13 PM EDT

It’s off to the races - demand has escaped from the Driver-Partner community to the general public. We’ve created a new category "#SDaaS - Surge Demand as a Service”. We’re featured on ProductHunt and Twitter - I’m getting about a dozen people a second through the server but we’re all good (a lot of the pre-work I performed is working). It’s been quiet here on ChallengePost, but for the few that may be paying attention, I appreciate your support. I began a few weeks ago as a Driver-Partner and simply wanted to help my peers and myself make better decisions in a positive fashion without having to game the Uber system. I believed using technology as a tool could help achieve that goal - it did. The DP community wanted about two things: 1) someone listening to them and 2) something to address their concerns. Working with Partners locally and around the world we’ve been able to align towards an outcome that works better for us and the company.

Also: I have tons of email to get through so I promise I’ll respond over the weekend (gotta get back to driving - my payment statement's going to be a little light!)

Thanks, Herb.

Herbert Pinder posted an update — May 27, 2015 07:08 PM EDT

Received great deal of feedback on cities - will be integrating it over the next week. I'm working to consolidate multiple channels, so you can email us at support@wheremysurgeapp.com or follow us on @WhereMySurgeApp for new updates.

Herbert Pinder posted an update — May 24, 2015 06:47 AM EDT

Ok, everyone - I've updated SMS push notifications: http://screencast.com/t/PjtUD5eBBi The way Partners have been using it is that it alerts them to their "area of interest" and then they proceed with their strategy; after I integrate charts, I'll make it more granular and integrate with event data ("Oxon Hill, MD near Livingston and Bock Rd - X event occuring."). I'll also post updates on @WhereMySurgeApp on Twitter, as well.

Herbert Pinder posted an update — May 22, 2015 03:36 PM EDT

Look for the additional cities and other feature requests to be added next week!

Herbert Pinder posted an update — May 21, 2015 06:36 AM EDT

Follow us at @WhereMySurgeApp on Twitter, also!

Herbert Pinder posted an update — May 21, 2015 06:36 AM EDT

I appreciate all of the love I'm getting for WMSApp - I'll add the new cities soon; we have some great new features coming. Look for weekly updates and keep the feedback coming!

Herbert Pinder posted an update — May 15, 2015 05:15 PM EDT

What's up, all. I'm updating my firewall now, so the wheremysurgeapp.com link will simply redirect to my personal page momentarily. I'll post an update when it's live again - thanks!

Herbert Pinder started this project — May 15, 2015 04:56 PM EDT

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