Shabaka Malik Banks
iOS Developer crafting sophisticated mobile experiences with Swift, SwiftUI, and modern AI integration. Building products from concept to launch with an emphasis on storytelling and utility.
Selected Work
Beautiful, minimalist weather app delivering essential forecasts with clean design and intuitive interface.
- Real-time weather data with accurate forecasts
- Location-based automatic updates
- Home screen widgets for quick access
- Clean, distraction-free interface
- Dark mode support
- Optimized for iOS performance
Nuclear fission puzzle game. 72 levels, 9 atom types, chain reactions that don't forgive bad angles.
- 6 chapters — First Light to Vacuum Decay
- Metal-accelerated shaders
- No ads. No timers. No tricks.
Fitness tracking disguised as a 90s espionage JRPG. GPS-tracked runs become covert operations where consistency matters more than speed, and community support replaces leaderboards. "No Agent Left Behind" culture celebrating every runner's journey.
- Route-based missions: GPS waypoints unlock intel codes, transforming neighborhood jogs into faction-based espionage campaigns
- Authentic retro aesthetic: Metal Gear Solid-inspired CRT terminal (dark mode) and LCD hardware display (light mode) with period-accurate scanline effects
- Community-first fitness: Agent groups and mission buddies foster accountability without competition
- ARKit integration: Landscape-mode immersive experiences with waypoint interactions
- Inclusive by design: Pivoted from competitive location-locked missions to wellness platform celebrating all fitness levels
- Mental health focus: Personal fulfillment and community connection over performance metrics
A privacy-first iOS app for capturing and preserving critical life knowledge — from the people who raised you, and for the people who come after. No cloud. No servers. All data on-device.
- 200 guided questions across 5 life categories
- Zero network calls — fully offline
- iOS Keychain for sensitive fields
- AES-256 encrypted local backups
- PDF export for sharing or printing
- One-time purchase — no subscription
Ventures
Building AI-powered mobile apps for iOS — and eventually Android. Designing, developing, and shipping products solo from concept to store.
- Shipped: MadWeather — live on the App Store
- In development: Multiple titles currently in progress
Fuel. Play. Connect. Next-generation coffee and gaming concept creating an intentional third place where premium coffee, digital culture, and community converge. Flagship location launching Brooklyn, NYC.
- First-mover advantage: Pioneering coffee × gaming brand targeting $495B coffee + $546B gaming markets
- Mobile-first platform: AR loyalty system, gamification, and future gaming integrations
- Diversified revenue model: Premium coffee, memberships, events, merchandise, and digital experiences
- Target demographic: Tech-savvy adults with affinity for premium coffee and gaming culture
- Scalable model: Corporate-owned flagship with licensable technology platform and franchise potential
- Community-centered: Purpose-built environment focused on belonging, experience, and progression