201 | The Backend Dilemma: Laravel's Strengths in a JavaScript World

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Show Notes

00:00 - Intro

01:00 - Sponsorship: Sanity

01:59 - Origins of the Laravel vs JavaScript Discussion

03:59 - Amy's Experience Building a Project in Laravel

06:59 - PHP Development and Linting Experience

11:59 - Understanding MVC Architecture

15:00 - Challenges with JavaScript Backend Services

18:00 - Backend Strengths of Laravel

20:00 - Frontend Challenges in Laravel

23:00 - Comparing Laravel and JavaScript Ecosystem Solutions

26:59 - JavaScript Full Stack Frameworks Discussion

30:00 - Architectural Differences Between Frameworks

33:00 - Framework Choice Considerations

38:59 - Picks and Plugs: Newsletter and Cameras

42:00 - Picks and Plugs: Games and YouTube

Links and Resources

Sanity.io (sponsor)
Laravel
Sam's podcast: Frontend First
RedwoodJS
Remix
Next.js
Astro
Supabase
Inngest
Resend (email service)
Postmark (email service)
OpenAI
Prisma
PHP Storm
Laravel Blade (templating language)
Laravel Livewire
Alpine.js
Laravel Breeze
Laravel Eloquent ORM
Adonis/AdonisJS
Episode 54: Why RedwoodJS is the App Framework for Startups, with David Price
Vite
Storybook
Amy's newsletter: Broken Comb
Insta360 X2 camera
Insta360 Go 3 camera
Stardew Valley (game)
Brad's YouTube channel
Cloudinary channel and Dev Hints series

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201 | The Backend Dilemma: Laravel's Strengths in a JavaScript World

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Show Notes

00:00 - Intro

01:00 - Sponsorship: Sanity

01:59 - Origins of the Laravel vs JavaScript Discussion

03:59 - Amy's Experience Building a Project in Laravel

06:59 - PHP Development and Linting Experience

11:59 - Understanding MVC Architecture

15:00 - Challenges with JavaScript Backend Services

18:00 - Backend Strengths of Laravel

20:00 - Frontend Challenges in Laravel

23:00 - Comparing Laravel and JavaScript Ecosystem Solutions

26:59 - JavaScript Full Stack Frameworks Discussion

30:00 - Architectural Differences Between Frameworks

33:00 - Framework Choice Considerations

38:59 - Picks and Plugs: Newsletter and Cameras

42:00 - Picks and Plugs: Games and YouTube

Links and Resources

Sanity.io (sponsor)
Laravel
Sam's podcast: Frontend First
RedwoodJS
Remix
Next.js
Astro
Supabase
Inngest
Resend (email service)
Postmark (email service)
OpenAI
Prisma
PHP Storm
Laravel Blade (templating language)
Laravel Livewire
Alpine.js
Laravel Breeze
Laravel Eloquent ORM
Adonis/AdonisJS
Episode 54: Why RedwoodJS is the App Framework for Startups, with David Price
Vite
Storybook
Amy's newsletter: Broken Comb
Insta360 X2 camera
Insta360 Go 3 camera
Stardew Valley (game)
Brad's YouTube channel
Cloudinary channel and Dev Hints series

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203 | Feature Flags, Framework Wars, and Landing Your Next Dev Job 46:34

5 days ago46:34

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In this hosts-only episode, Amy and Brad get real about the developer experience - from the stress of job interviews to the complexities of choosing the right framework. They discuss why companies are comparing candidates more than ever, share strategies for answering behavioral interview questions, and debate the merits of Remix versus Next.js (spoiler: Brad's all-in on Remix). The conversation shifts to feature flags and progressive rollouts, with insights from Brad's work at Stripe. Sponsor WorkOS helps you launch enterprise features like SSO and user management with ease. Thanks to the AuthKit SDK for JavaScript, your team can integrate in minutes and focus on what truly matters—building your app. Chapter Marks 00:00 - Intro 00:41 - Sponsor: WorkOS 01:47 - Brad's Keyboard and Mouse Shopping Spree 04:30 - Keyboard Layout Discussion 07:23 - Apple Ecosystem: Reminders and Notes 09:23 - Family Sharing and Raycast Integration 09:43 - Notion vs Apple Notes for Project Management 11:31 - File Storage and Backup Strategies 14:00 - Machine Backup Philosophy 16:46 - Job Interview Preparation Tips 19:40 - Answering the "Weakness" Question 21:53 - Addressing Weaknesses: Delegation Examples 24:29 - Conflict Resolution Interview Questions 25:46 - Company Research Before Interviews 27:00 - Tech Stack Considerations: Remix vs Next.js 28:30 - Framework Migration Decisions 29:30 - Astro for Content Sites 31:02 - Backend Languages: Go vs TypeScript 32:30 - React Server Components Future 34:23 - Feature Flags and Boolean as a Service 35:30 - Feature Flag Segmentation and A/B Testing 36:54 - PostHog and Analytics Tools 38:30 - Progressive Rollouts and Error Monitoring 40:20 - Amy's Picks and Plugs 43:35 - Brad's Picks and Plugs…

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202 | Framework Trade-offs: What Laravel Offers JavaScript Developers 53:26

6 weeks ago53:26

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Josh Cirre joins us to discuss his transition from the JavaScript ecosystem to Laravel, revealing why PHP frameworks can offer a compelling alternative for full-stack development. We explore the "identity crisis" many frontend developers face when needing robust backend solutions, how Laravel's batteries-included approach compares to piecing together JavaScript services, and the trade-offs between serverless and traditional hosting environments. Josh also shares insights on Laravel's developer experience, front-end integration options, and his thoughts on what JavaScript frameworks could learn from Laravel's approach to abstraction and infrastructure. Show Notes 0:00 - Intro 1:02 - Sponsor: Wix Studio 1:46 - Introduction to Laravel 2:25 - Josh's Journey from Frontend to Backend 5:40 - Building the Same Project Across Frameworks 6:32 - Josh's Breakthrough with Laravel 8:20 - Laravel's Frontend Options 10:25 - React Server Components Comparison 12:00 - Livewire and Volt 13:41 - Josh's Course on Laracasts 14:08 - Laravel's DX and Ecosystem 16:46 - MVC Structure Explained for JavaScript Developers 18:25 - Type Safety Between PHP and JavaScript 21:12 - Laravel Pain Points and Criticisms 22:40 - Laravel Team's Response to Feedback 24:50 - Laravel's Limitations and Use Cases 26:10 - Laravel's Developer Products 27:20 - Option Paralysis in Laravel 30:46 - Laravel's Driver System 33:14 - Web Dev Challenge Experience 33:38 - TanStack Start Exploration 34:50 - Server Functions in TanStack 37:38 - Infrastructure Agnostic Development 41:02 - Serverless vs. Serverful Cost Comparison 44:50 - JavaScript Framework Evolution 46:46 - Framework Ecosystems Comparison 48:25 - Picks and Plugs Links Mentioned in the Episode Laravel - PHP framework TanStack Start - React meta-framework Josh created a YouTube video about Livewire - Laravel's HTML-over-the-wire front-end framework Inertia.js - Framework for creating single-page apps Volt - Single file component system for Livewire Laravel Cloud - Managed hosting solution for Laravel applications Herd - Laravel's tool for setting up PHP development environments Forge - Laravel's server management tool Envoyer - Laravel's zero-downtime deployment tool Laracasts - Where Josh has a course on Livewire Josh Cirre's YouTube channel HTMX - Frontend library Josh compared to Livewire Web Dev Challenge with Jason Lengstorf (featuring Josh and Amy) Josh Cirre's BlueSky account (@joshcirre) Amy's BlueSky account Brad's BlueSky account Additional Resources Laravel Documentation Svelte's new starter kit (mentioned as a good example) Nightwatch - Latest product from Laravel Laravel Vapor - Serverless deployment platform for Laravel Theo's Laravel exploration (discussed in the criticism section) Laravel Breeze Laravel Jetstream Laravel Fortify (authentication package mentioned) Adonis.js (JavaScript framework compared to Laravel) Anker USB powered hub (Josh's pick) Grether's Sugar Free Black Currant Pastilles (Josh's pick) JBL Portable Speaker (Amy's pick)…

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201 | The Backend Dilemma: Laravel's Strengths in a JavaScript World 46:07

7 weeks ago46:07

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In this episode, Amy and Brad dive into the ongoing debate between Laravel and full stack JavaScript frameworks. They explore both ecosystems from their unique perspectives. Amy shares her real-world experience building a project in Laravel after working extensively with JavaScript frameworks, highlighting where each approach shines and struggles. From Laravel's backend prowess to the cognitive load of context switching between languages, this episode offers practical insights for developers weighing these technology choices. Show Notes 00:00 - Intro 01:00 - Sponsorship: Sanity 01:59 - Origins of the Laravel vs JavaScript Discussion 03:59 - Amy's Experience Building a Project in Laravel 06:59 - PHP Development and Linting Experience 11:59 - Understanding MVC Architecture 15:00 - Challenges with JavaScript Backend Services 18:00 - Backend Strengths of Laravel 20:00 - Frontend Challenges in Laravel 23:00 - Comparing Laravel and JavaScript Ecosystem Solutions 26:59 - JavaScript Full Stack Frameworks Discussion 30:00 - Architectural Differences Between Frameworks 33:00 - Framework Choice Considerations 38:59 - Picks and Plugs: Newsletter and Cameras 42:00 - Picks and Plugs: Games and YouTube Links and Resources Sanity.io (sponsor) Laravel Sam's podcast: Frontend First RedwoodJS Remix Next.js Astro Supabase Inngest Resend (email service) Postmark (email service) OpenAI Prisma PHP Storm Laravel Blade (templating language) Laravel Livewire Alpine.js Laravel Breeze Laravel Eloquent ORM Adonis/AdonisJS Episode 54: Why RedwoodJS is the App Framework for Startups, with David Price Vite Storybook Amy's newsletter: Broken Comb Insta360 X2 camera Insta360 Go 3 camera Stardew Valley (game) Brad's YouTube channel Cloudinary channel and Dev Hints series…

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200 | Creating Databases as Easily as Notion Pages with Prisma Postgres 42:09

9 weeks ago42:09

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Join Amy, Brad, and special guest Ryan Chenkie as they unpack Prisma's expanding ecosystem of database tools. Ryan explains why Prisma launched their own hosted Postgres service and what sets it apart from competitors in the space. The trio examines Prisma's comprehensive feature set including Accelerate for connection pooling, Pulse for real-time events, and optimization tools that help identify performance bottlenecks. They also discuss the upcoming transition from Rust to TypeScript for Prisma's core engine, making it lighter and faster. If you've been curious about modern approaches to database management or wondering which ORM is right for your next project, this conversation provides practical insights and expert perspectives. Show Notes 0:00 - Intro 1:12 - Working with Prisma and Supabase 2:29 - Prisma Postgres Introduction 4:17 - Why Choose Postgres 6:36 - Prisma's Database Adapter Flexibility 8:14 - Serverless Database Architecture 11:13 - Connection Pooling with Accelerate 14:13 - Pulse for Real-time Database Events 16:54 - Studio Integration in Prisma Console 18:01 - Database Optimization Tools 20:00 - Benefits of Prisma Schema Language 22:10 - Prisma Schema vs SQL Definitions 23:01 - Comparing Prisma and Drizzle 26:24 - Future Improvements to Prisma 28:52 - Ryan's History with Prisma 32:05 - Learning Resources for Prisma 33:37 - Picks and Plugs Links and Resources Prisma Resources Prisma Website Prisma Twitter/X Prisma YouTube Channel Prisma Postgres Documentation Prisma Console Prisma VS Code Extension Prisma Accelerate Prisma Pulse Prisma Optimize Prisma Studio Ryan Chenkie Resources Ryan's Website: https://holodeck.run Ryan's YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@holodeck_run Ryan on Twitter/X Framework and Technologies Mentioned Remix Redwood JS Supabase PlanetScale Drizzle ORM Postgres MySQL MongoDB Brad's Resources YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@bradgarropy Remix Starter: https://github.com/bradgarropy/remix-app Amy's Resources Build12 Projects: https://buildtwelve.com Other Resources Mentioned Skylight Frame Aura Frame Netflix Show: "Making Fun" Netflix Show: "Is It Cake"…

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199 | AI in Web Design: Balancing Speed with Creativity 33:35

11 weeks ago33:35

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Join us as we talk with Nir Sadeh, Head of Product at Wix Studio, about the platform designed specifically for web professionals. Nir breaks down how Wix Studio differs from the traditional Wix editor by offering advanced capabilities for agencies and freelancers. Learn about their newest feature—AI-powered visual sitemaps and wireframes—that helps designers quickly create site structures and get client approval. We also explore how Wix balances no-code solutions with developer flexibility, their approach to responsive design using AI, and opportunities in the Wix app marketplace. Nir shares valuable insights about product development, user research methods, and his perspective on the impact of AI on the future of web design. Show Notes 00:00 - Intro 01:00 - Journey to becoming Head of Product 01:48 - Transition from individual contributor to manager 02:21 - Team structure at Wix 03:42 - Goal setting and KPIs 04:36 - Overview of Wix Studio 06:08 - Web-based application functionality 07:03 - Code editing experiences in Wix Studio 08:07 - Client control and access capabilities 09:02 - New features: Visual sitemap and wireframes 10:57 - AI integration points in Wix 12:35 - AI generating layouts and websites 14:50 - Upcoming roadmap items 15:54 - User creativity surprises 16:12 - Wix app marketplace 17:34 - Design trends and components 18:59 - User research approach 20:57 - Data-driven decision making 22:16 - Balancing user preferences with brand goals 24:02 - Career advice for aspiring product managers 25:40 - Balancing customization and consistency 26:44 - Mobile responsiveness and browser support 28:06 - Native apps and business management 28:37 - SEO tracking and analytics 29:45 - Picks and Plugs Links and Resources Wix Studio - The professional website creation platform discussed throughout the episode Velo by Wix - The robust code solution mentioned at 06:45 Visual Sitemap and Wireframes - The new AI feature launched by Wix Studio Wix App Market - The marketplace where developers can build and sell apps VS Code integration with Wix Studio Wix Studio AI Assistant - Mentioned as a coding help feature Figma to Wix - Mentioned as having import capabilities to Wix Studio Picks: Severance (TV Show) - Nir's pick Remix Dev Tools (becoming React Router DevTools) - Brad's pick AeroPress - Amy's previous pick (referenced) Prismo filter - Amy's previous pick (referenced) Milk frother - Amy's current pick…

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198 | The Great Formatting Debate: ESLint, Prettier, and TypeScript 51:23

12 weeks ago51:23

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Josh Goldberg joins Amy and Brad to unpack the recent ESLint V9 release and its impact on the TypeScript ecosystem. From explaining the nuances of flat config migration to debating the proper separation between Prettier and ESLint, Josh offers practical advice for improving developer workflows. The conversation covers Josh's journey as a full-time open source maintainer, the Open Source Pledge initiative, and best practices for implementing linting in CI/CD pipelines. Plus, Josh shares behind-the-scenes details from the inaugural SquiggleConf event. Chapter Marks 00:00 - Intro 00:48 - Welcome Josh Goldberg 01:06 - Working in open source and getting paid 03:10 - The Open Source Pledge 04:49 - ESLint V9 and flat config changes 07:25 - Migration challenges with flat config 09:52 - Understanding ESLint config format 11:50 - How most people use ESLint 16:20 - Prettier vs ESLint responsibilities 18:47 - Conflict between Prettier and ESLint 21:26 - TypeScript's role in ESLint 25:01 - TypeScript ESLint packages explained 27:43 - Linters for other languages 29:31 - ESLint in CI/CD pipelines 32:03 - Auto-fixing in different environments 37:14 - AI's role in linting and formatting 41:45 - SquiggleConf discussion 44:15 - Conference tooling and Q&A system 46:33 - Future SquiggleConf plans 47:13 - Picks and Plugs Brad Garropy Pick : Philips Hue smart lighting system - Set up Christmas lights with Hue smart outlets for easy control via phone or voice commands Plug : Brad's BlueSky account - @bradgarropy.com Josh Goldberg Pick : BlueSky social network - Appreciates how it feels like early Twitter without spam bots and complicated server setups Plug : SquiggleConf - Web development tooling conference returning in September 2025 Amy Dutton Pick : The Inheritance Games (book) - Describes it as an easy-to-read young adult fiction with puzzles, similar to Knives Out Plug : Amy's BlueSky account - @selfteachme Links Mentioned in the Episode TypeScript ESLint ESLint v9 migration docs ESLint Config Inspector Sentry Grave $750k to Open Source Maintainers Open Source Pledge initiative Squiggle Conf website Prisma Pulse Philips Hue smart lighting The Inheritance Games (book mentioned by Amy) Social Media Accounts Brad's BlueSky account: @bradgarropy.com Amy's BlueSky account: @selfteachme Josh Goldberg's BlueSky Account: @joshuakgoldberg.com Related Resources ESLint Stylistic project ESLint Config Prettier ESLint Plugin Prettier "Create TypeScript Apps" project (Josh's tooling package) Awesome ESLint repo (collection of ESLint plugins) Manual to Magical: AI in Developer Tooling : Tobbe's talk on using AI to write code mods Nicholas Zakas discussing the ESLint config system on Syntax podcast Tools Mentioned Husky Lint-staged Cursor Biome and OXLint (Rust-based linters) GitHub Actions…

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197 | How Jam.dev Turned Bug Reporting Frustration into an 85,000-User Product 41:41

14 weeks ago41:41

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Join us for an insightful conversation with Dani Grant, co-founder of Jam.dev, as she shares her journey from Cloudflare PM to startup founder. Learn how Jam.dev persevered through eight failed attempts before finding product-market fit and growing to 85,000 users. Dani reveals valuable lessons about product-led growth, building in public, and raising venture capital. From tactical fundraising tips to creative community building strategies like jam.pizza, this episode is packed with practical insights for founders and anyone interested in the startup journey. Sponsor Convex is the backend for founders. Convex is the backend application platform for product-obsessed founders. Show Notes 0:00 - Intro 0:29 - Sponsor: Convex 1:08 - Meeting Dani Grant 1:41 - Early Career at Cloudflare 3:09 - Finding Internships & Career Growth 5:25 - Starting Jam.dev 11:56 - Product Evolution & User Growth 16:57 - Product Features & Implementation 21:22 - Monetization Strategy 23:37 - Technical Deep Dive: How Jam Works 27:49 - Future Plans & Mobile Development 29:12 - Fundraising Tips & Strategies 34:00 - Supporting Developer Communities 36:18 - Picks and Plugs Links Companies/Products: Jam.dev Cloudflare Convex (sponsor) Sentry Data Dog Hotjar FullStory JIRA Metabase Notion Social/Personal: Dani Grant's Twitter Dani Grant's email ( dani@jam.dev ) Brad Garropy's Twitter ( @bradgarropy ) Learn Build Teach Discord Deals for Devs project Books/Media: "Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow" (book mentioned by Dani) Matt Wolf's YouTube channel (AI recaps) Career Resources: jam.dev/careers (mentioned they're hiring) jam.pizza (community meetup sponsorship form) Technical Tools Mentioned: Vite Remix ES Build Products Similar to Jam: FullStory Hotjar Sentry Datadog Development Tools: Chrome Extension Store (where Jam is available) Community: LearnBuildTeach.com Deals for Devs…

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196 | Building the Future: Tanstack's Approach to React Server Components 52:12

15 weeks ago52:12

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Join us as Tanner Linsley, the creator and founder of TanStack Start talks about its transition from Vinci to a more streamlined architecture built on Nitro. Learn about the framework's innovative approach to server functions, its isomorphic design philosophy, and how it differs from other frameworks like Remix. Tanner also shares insights into TanStack's sustainable open-source business model and his journey to building developer tools that prioritize user experience over rapid growth. Show Notes 0:00 - Intro 0:38 - Welcome Tanner Linsley 3:43 - React Server Components and TanStack Evolution 6:04 - TanStack Start Overview and Vinci Transition 11:26 - Nitro Integration and Framework Architecture 15:19 - Server Functions and Framework Comparisons 20:58 - API Design Philosophy 24:19 - Testing and Development Process 30:58 - Team and Collaboration Discussion 33:38 - Open Source Sponsorship Strategy 36:32 - Netlify Partnership Announcement 38:37 - Open Source Sustainability Discussion 41:03 - Picks and Plugs Links Products & Tools: TanStack Vinxi by Nikhil Saraf Nitro React Router TRPC Remix H3 (web request library) XPro (Tweet Deck) Deck.blue (BlueSky client) MOTU M4 audio interface Bamboo Lab A1 3D printer Lashbrook Designs (Brad's wedding band) Companies & Sponsors: Convex Clerk AG Grid Sentry Netlify Games & Entertainment: Blockus (board game) Severance (TV Show on Apple TV+) " First Lie Wins " (book) Personal Projects & Links: buildtwelve.com (Amy's project) Brad on BlueSky (@bradgaropy.com) Nozzle (Tanner's startup) Technical Resources: Babel Dead Code Elimination (by Pedro Katori) GitHub 3D Contribution Graph Generator React Server Components documentation Other Projects Mentioned: Solid Start Astro…

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195 | Why Remix's Break is Actually a Breakthrough 43:25

16 weeks ago43:25

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Brooks Lybrand discusses the transformation of React Router from a simple routing library to a powerful framework option for React applications. Learn about React Router 7's new framework mode, upcoming middleware support, and the team's innovative approach to React Server Components. Brooks explains how the Remix team is working to bring proven patterns and web standards to the broader React community while building a foundation for future web development that leverages native web APIs. Chapter Marks 0:00 - Intro 0:37 - Guest Introduction & SNL Jacket Discussion 1:12 - The Remix "Nap" Announcement 3:25 - Understanding React Router's Evolution 7:51 - React Router Framework Mode 10:21 - Middleware Support Plans 15:42 - React Server Components Integration 19:14 - Server-Side Capabilities & RSC Benefits 24:17 - Team Size and Structure 25:13 - Remix Brand & Future Direction 30:19 - Future of Web APIs 32:03 - Austin Remix Meetup Discussion 34:54 - Community Engagement and Open Source 36:19 - Picks and Plugs Links People & Profiles: Brooks Lybrand's social profiles Twitter BlueSky Michael Chan James Perkins Ryan Florence Evan Bacon (mentioned for RSC mobile demo ) Tools & Projects: React Router 7 Remix Run Remix Discord Vite 6 Cursor AI (mentioned in Amy's pick) The dev.to article about Cursor settings that Amy referenced Elgato XLR Deck (Brad's pick) OXO Silicon Measuring Cup (Amy's pick) Events & Communities: Epic Web Conf (March 2024, where Brooks will be speaking) React Miami (April 2024, where Brooks will be speaking) Remix Austin Meetup Technical Resources: React Server Components documentation Remix Project Roadmap Vite's Environment API documentation Books: The Three-Body Problem book series (Brooks' pick) Additional Resources: Netflix's Three-Body Problem show (mentioned in relation to Brooks' pick)…

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194 | Building Trust: Identity Security & Social Growth 44:22

17 weeks ago44:22

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Join us for an insightful conversation with Ceora Ford about the intersection of security, development, and community building. We explore why managing identity security is more complex than simple authentication, examine the trade-offs of Next.js's App Router in enterprise applications, and uncover strategies for effective technical content creation. Ceora shares her experience transitioning from digital marketing to developer advocacy, offering practical advice for building a presence across platforms like TikTok, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Sponsor Convex is the backend for founders. Convex is the backend application platform for product-obsessed founders. Chapter Marks 00:00 - Intro 01:14 - Identity Security Discussion 05:25 - Evolution of React and Next.js 08:33 - Documentation and Developer Experience 15:43 - Sponsor: [Convex](https://convex.dev) 16:20 - Authentication in the App Router 21:31 - Content Creation and Marketing Strategy 27:50 - Social Media Platform Strategy 34:51 - Analytics and Tool Discussion 41:08 - Picks and Plugs Brad Pick: His dog Roman (who they had to say goodbye to at age 17) Plug: Social media accounts Brad on Twitter Brad on BlueSky Brad on YouTube Bekah Pick: "The Game" podcast with Alex Hormozi Plug: Open Sauce (opensauced.pizza) and her team's upcoming feature launch Ceora Pick: "The Good Place" (TV show on Netflix) Plug: Social media accounts Ceora on LinkedIn Ceora on Twitter Ceora on BlueSky Ceora on TikTok Links Auth0 by Okta Next.js Auth0 documentation for Next.js integration Gatsby Astro Convex Jekyll GraphQL Open Sauced Mark Techson…

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193 | Technical Leadership: Bridging the IC-Manager Gap 1:00:18

19 weeks ago1:00:18

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In this episode of Compressed FM, Dustin Goodman shares insights from his journey from IC to engineering manager at companies like ClickUp and This Dot. The conversation explores the nuances of technical leadership, team dynamics, and the importance of understanding personal values in management. The discussion then shifts to a deep dive into React Server Components, examining their implementation challenges and potential impact on the framework ecosystem. Sponsors Wix Studio combines the best of both worlds—intuitive design tools for clients and full-stack flexibility for developers. Customize every detail with your own code and take control of your projects. Chapter Marks 00:00:00 - Intro 00:00:42 - Sponsor: Wix Studio 00:01:33 - Engineering Management Journey 00:05:11 - Managing Different Experience Levels 00:07:14 - Technical Skills in Management 00:09:27 - Should Managers Code? 00:12:19 - Managing Up vs Managing Down 00:17:27 - Team Values Discussion 00:20:11 - Strengths and Management Styles 00:26:07 - React Server Components Introduction 00:29:27 - RSC Implementation Challenges 00:34:34 - GraphQL and Server Components 00:39:13 - Future of React Frameworks 00:43:10 - Vite 6 Discussion 00:47:52 - React Community Evolution 00:51:21 - Picks and Plugs Amy Dutton: Pick: Browse AI (web scraping tool with AI capabilities) Plug: Advent of CSS and Advent of JavaScript (24 coding challenges in December) Dustin Goodman: Pick: Cursor (AI-powered code editor) Plug: "Engineering Management for the Rest of Us" by Sarah Drasner Brad Garropy: Pick: Helldivers 2 (video game) Plug: Raycast extension for Stripe (automatically fills checkouts with test cards) 01:00:14 - Show Wrap-up Links Books Mentioned: "The Manager's Path" by Camille Fournier "Engineering Management for the Rest of Us" by Sarah Drasner Tools & Software: Wix Studio Browse AI Cursor (code editor) Raycast Raycast Stripe extension Vite 6 Next.js Social/Community: BlueSky ( Brad and Amy ) Bytes Newsletter ConnectTech conference People Referenced: Ryan Burgess Gergely Orosz Tracy Lee Dan Abramov Tanner Lindsley John Lindquist David Khourshid Assessment Tools: Clifton StrengthsFinder APIs/Documentation: Stripe test cards documentation React Server Components documentation Vite documentation Projects: Advent of CSS ( adventofcss.com ) Advent of JavaScript ( adventofjs.com )…

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192 | 2024: The Tech That Changed Our Game 52:52

20 weeks ago52:52

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Brad and Amy dive into their year-end tech reflections, discussing goal-setting strategies and Amy's ambitious Build 12 project for 2025. The hosts explore various database hosting solutions, share their favorite hardware purchases including cameras and peripherals, and examine how AI tools are reshaping development workflows. The episode concludes with insights into emerging tech trends and anticipated developments for 2025. Chapter Marks 00:00 Episode introduction and host intros 00:41 Year-end goals discussion and 12-week planning 02:02 Amy's Build 12 project announcement 03:01 Goal setting strategies and focus 04:25 Brad's 2024 goals review 05:35 Travel plans and New York City trips 06:58 More 2024 goals: fitness, career, and finances 08:21 Technical stack discussion 13:22 AI tools and development workflows 17:19 Database hosting options comparison 25:45 Tech gear and hardware updates 33:47 Notable tech purchases review 43:29 AI tools and future tech discussion Links Build Twelve, by Brian P. Moran - Amy's upcoming project The 12 Week Year (book) Atomic Habits, by James Clear (book) The Power of Habit, by Charles Duhigg (book) Supabase Neon database Digital Ocean Turso Cursor IDE Remarkable Tablet (v2) Oura Ring Razer Basilisk V3 Pro mouse Swish app for Mac Nuphy Air 75 keyboard Drop keyboard Insta360 One camera Insta360 Go 3 camera Nikon ZFC camera Ray Deck - Episode 182: Low-Code as a Medium For High-Speed Developers Marc Lou Pieter Levels WorkOS The Best Way to Add Authentication to Your Astro Website (Amy’s YouTube Video) Comparing Frameworks - Amy's project GitHub Copilot Claude convertkit.com loops.so Prisma…

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191 | Team Dynamics in Development: More Than Just Writing Code 39:36

21 weeks ago39:36

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In this episode, we dive deep into the dynamics of working solo versus being part of a development team. From the ideal team composition at large companies to the challenges of maintaining open source projects, our hosts share their experiences and insights. Learn about the crucial roles of designers and product managers, the importance of documentation, and why even senior developers still Google Git commands. Whether you're a solo developer looking to collaborate or a team player wanting to improve your workflow, this episode has something for everyone. Chapter Marks 00:00 - Introduction 01:16 - The Perfect Team Composition 02:44 - Different Approaches to Team Building 04:37 - Working Without Designers: The FedEx Experience 08:10 - Documentation and Project Requirements 12:30 - The Role of Documentation in Team Success 14:47 - Documentation's Impact on Career Growth 15:14 - Onboarding and Documentation Connection 16:51 - Open Source Project Management 19:45 - Automation in Open Source 22:34 - Deals for Devs: Managing Contributors 25:29 - Branch Management and PR Workflows 29:59 - Solo Development Practices 31:21 - Git Commands and Team Workflows 35:14 - Open Source Knowledge Barriers 38:02 - The Importance of Admitting What You Don't Know 39:15 - Episode Wrap-up Links Nick Taylor's Blog Post about GitHub Code Owners - https://dev.to/opensauced/supercharge-your-repository-with-code-owners-4clg B Dougie's GitHub Action for the "Take" command - https://github.com/bdougie/take-action/blob/main/action.yml Chantastic's Git Course on Epic Web - https://www.epicweb.dev/tutorials/git-fundamentals GitHub Documentation on Squash Merging vs Rebase Merging - https://docs.github.com/en/pull-requests/collaborating-with-pull-requests/incorporating-changes-from-a-pull-request/about-pull-request-merges Merge vs Rebase vs Squash - https://gist.github.com/mitchellh/319019b1b8aac9110fcfb1862e0c97fb GitHub Issue Forms Documentation - https://docs.github.com/en/communities/using-templates-to-encourage-useful-issues-and-pull-requests/syntax-for-issue-forms GitHub Pull Request Templates Guide - https://docs.github.com/en/communities/using-templates-to-encourage-useful-issues-and-pull-requests/creating-a-pull-request-template-for-your-repository GitHub Code Owners Documentation - https://docs.github.com/en/repositories/managing-your-repositorys-settings-and-features/customizing-your-repository/about-code-owners Virtual Coffee's Hacktoberfest Resources - https://hacktoberfest.virtualcoffee.io/ OpenSauce - https://opensauced.pizza/ The "Working Genius" Assessment - https://www.workinggenius.com/ Gun.io Work Personality Quiz - https://gun.io/workstyle/ Deals for Devs Project - https://www.dealsfordevs.com/ GitHub Actions Documentation on Release Management - https://docs.github.com/en/actions/sharing-automations/creating-actions/releasing-and-maintaining-actions Conventional Commits Documentation - https://www.conventionalcommits.org/en/v1.0.0/…

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190 | React 19: Quality of Life Updates & What They Mean for Developers 49:04

22 weeks ago49:04

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Join Amy and Brad as they break down the latest developments in the React ecosystem following React Conf 2024. From quality-of-life improvements in React 19 to the introduction of the new React compiler, they analyze how these changes will impact everyday development. The episode features an in-depth discussion about Remix's strategic decision to focus on React Router, the ongoing debate between JavaScript frameworks and traditional backend frameworks, and thoughtful insights into choosing the right tools for your projects. Whether you're a seasoned React developer or just getting started, this episode offers valuable perspective on the future of web development. Sponsors Sanity delivers content anywhere (just like a headless CMS). Beyond that, Sanity gives you total composability . A fully decoupled, real-time content back end. Entirely customizable content workspaces. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction 00:42 - Sponsor: Sanity 02:12 - React Conf Experience 05:00 - Conference Personalities 08:52 - React Compiler Deep Dive 13:20 - Remix "Taking a Nap" Discussion 26:41 - React 19 Features 33:54 - JavaScript vs PHP/Laravel Debate 41:11 - Framework Decision Fatigue 44:45 - Picks & Plugs…

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189 | Side Projects & Sustainable Content Creation: Finding Your Creative Energy 31:23

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