Episode 47 - Jason Swett

Code and the Coding Coders who Code it

Join us for a fascinating episode where we explore the development of SaturnCI—a new and user-friendly Continuous Integration tool that arose from frustrations with existing solutions like CircleCI and GitHub Actions. Our guest, Jason Sweat, shares his passion for creating a platform that not only simplifies the user experience but actively incorporates feedback from early adopters. Through candid conversations, Jason recounts his journey as a content creator in the Ruby community, and how it inspired him to address the shortcomings he observed in CI tools.
We delve into the technical challenges faced as SaturnCI grows, particularly those relating to user scalability as it onboarded new customers. Jason offers valuable insights into his tech stack choices while drawing attention to the importance of creating streamlined interfaces that cater to developers' needs. The conversation shifts to the foundation of community through his upcoming Sin City Ruby conference, showcasing the efforts made to facilitate connection among participants and ensure each attendee leaves with new friendships and knowledge.
Toward the end of our episode, we touch upon Jason’s unique approach to outreach through his snail mail newsletter, where he shares insights and stories beyond technology. This creative endeavor highlights how stepping away from screens can cultivate a deeper connection with the audience. With an inviting conversational tone and enriching discussions, this episode is packed with valuable insights for anyone interested in CI tools, community-building, and finding the courage to innovate within your space. Be sure to subscribe and share your thoughts with us!

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Chapters

1. Introduction to the Episode (00:00:00)

2. Jason Sweat's Background and Current Endeavors (00:09:30)

3. The Inspiration Behind SaturnCI (00:18:00)

4. Technical Challenges and User Feedback (00:39:44)

5. Scaling Issues with Newly Onboarded Users (00:58:14)

6. Deconstructing the SaturnCI Tech Stack (01:19:29)

7. Upcoming Conference: Sin City Ruby (01:38:59)

8. Jason's Unique Snail Mail Newsletter (01:55:29)

9. Closing Thoughts and Where to Find Jason (02:06:29)