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191 | Team Dynamics in Development: More Than Just Writing Code24 Dec 202400:39:36

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
190 | React 19: Quality of Life Updates & What They Mean for Developers18 Dec 202400:49:04

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

189 | Side Projects & Sustainable Content Creation: Finding Your Creative Energy11 Dec 202400:31:23

In this host-only episode of Compressed FM, James Q Quick, Amy Dutton, and Bekah discuss how side projects and creative outlets can paradoxically provide energy rather than drain it. The conversation explores Bekah's ambitious 29-day writing project about open source alternatives, Amy's vlogging journey, and James's streaming experiences. They dive into the importance of finding activities that spark joy, even when juggling busy schedules and family commitments. The hosts share insights about automation tools like PipeDream, discuss the value of downtime for creativity, and emphasize the importance of sustainable work practices in tech.

Sponsor

Convex is the backend for founders. Convex is the backend application platform for product-obsessed founders.

Chapters

00:00:00 Introduction & Welcome

00:00:39 Bekah's Open Source Writing Project

00:02:05 Discussion of PipeDream vs Zapier

00:05:14 Content Creation Process & AI Tools

00:08:22 Time Management in Content Creation

00:10:31 Flexible Work Schedules

00:11:31 Amy's Vlogging Journey

00:14:48 Creative Energy & Side Projects

00:16:47 Work-Life Balance & Productivity

00:18:20 Importance of Downtime for Creativity

00:20:34 Efficiency in Daily Life

00:22:02 Sponsor: Convex

00:22:49 Deals for Dev Project Discussion

00:25:40 Picks and Plugs Segment

188 | How Video Tap Leverages OpenAI for Content Creation04 Dec 202400:46:36

In this episode, Chris Sev discusses building SaaS projects with Laravel and AI, detailing his journey from launching Scotch.io to creating VideoTap. Dive into the innovative workflows for automating video marketing content, learn why Laravel remains his go-to framework, and explore insights on the future of AI in development.

Show Notes

00:00:00 - Intro

00:00:33 - Guest Introduction: Chris Sev, DevRel at Sourcegraph

00:01:08 - Chris's Background and Journey

00:02:28 - Tech Stack Behind Video Tap

00:02:55 - Story of Getting the VideoTap.com Domain

00:05:20 - VideoTap's AI Implementation and Process

00:14:20 - How VideoTap Uses AI for Content Generation

00:17:06 - Prompt Engineering Tips and Techniques

00:21:17 - AI Content Generation Pipeline and Error Handling

00:22:27 - Handling Large Videos and Context Windows

00:23:44 - Experimenting with Different AI Models

00:24:23 - AI Writing Style and Evaluation Techniques

00:27:44 - Current State of VideoTap: Team and Revenue

00:30:39 - Future Goals: Integrations and Features

00:35:27 - Chris's Work at Sourcegraph and Mission

00:38:20 - Picks and Plugs

Links

 

187 | The Latest and Greatest Features in CSS18 Nov 202400:50:56

In this episode, Amy, Brad, and guest Alex dive into cutting-edge CSS features that are transforming web development. They explore container queries, logical properties, CSS layers, and scopes, sharing practical applications and browser support updates. The trio also discusses Tailwind CSS and its role in modern web design, offering spicy takes on its implementation.

Sponsor

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.

Show Notes
  • 00:00 - Welcome and Introductions
  • 01:16 - Shoutout to Wix Studio
  • 03:12 - CSS as a Typed Language
  • 04:10 - The Magic of CSS Layers
  • 07:38 - Logical Properties and Global Support
  • 10:47 - Browser Wars: Who's Leading in CSS?
  • 20:24 - Container Queries in Action
  • 25:37 - CSS Scopes and Their Potential
  • 28:03 - Revolutionizing CSS: Style Queries and Beyond
  • 36:12 - Tailwind CSS: A Spicy Debate
  • 46:13 - Picks and Plugs
Links
186 | Breaking into Tech through Open Source08 Nov 202400:52:39

In this episode, Chris Nowicki shares his path from aerospace to web development and the unique challenges of transitioning into tech. Chris and James discuss how Chris got involved in the open-source project "Deals for Devs," including the tech stack, managing contributions, and handling obstacles. This episode offers a first-hand look at the value of community in development and tips for new devs on getting started in open source.

Sponsor

Postman is an API platform for building and using APIs. Postman simplifies each step of the API lifecycle and streamlines collaboration so you can create better APIs—faster.

Show Notes

00:00 - Intro

01:08 - Chris Nowicki’s Journey into Tech

02:12 - Bootcamp Experience and Structure

05:07 - Breaking into Tech Through Community Involvement

08:38 - Deals for Devs: The Project Origin

11:10 - Sponsor Message: Postman

12:06 - Tech Stack Overview for Deals for Devs

13:22 - Tech Stack: Resend, React Email, Tailwind, and Xata

17:00 - Prisma Integration with Xata

20:00 - Challenges in Managing Community Projects

23:54 - Planning and Issue Management for Deals for Devs

28:00 - Feature Flags and Release Management

37:15 - Subscription System Workflow

45:45 - Creating a Dynamic Email Subscription System

51:58 - Managing Admin and Approval for Deals

52:26 - Closing

Links
185 | JavaScript Cage Match30 Oct 202400:55:48

In this episode, Amy and Brad dive into the top JavaScript frameworks, weighing their strengths and weaknesses. They discuss Svelte, Astro, Next, Remix, and Redwood, comparing their rendering processes, server-side vs. client-side preferences, routing systems, and developer experiences. Perfect for developers weighing options for their next app!

 

Sponsor

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.

Show Notes

00:00 - Intro

00:40 - Sponsor: Wix Studio

01:42 - Discussing JavaScript Frameworks at Momentum Conference

02:54 - Momentum Conference and Cincinnati as a Tech Hub

05:21 - Speaker Feedback System and Conference Experience

06:12 - Key Takeaways from CSS Talk

08:56 - Amy’s JavaScript Cage Match Talk and Framework Overviews

11:30 - Baseline Features in Frameworks: A Comparison

13:18 - Framework Longevity and Stability

16:33 - Server vs. Client Rendering in JavaScript Frameworks

22:01 - Framework Routers and Configuration Differences

29:02 - Exploring Remix’s Data Loader Pattern

34:00 - Performance Testing with Sentry

37:17 - Middleware Usage in Different Frameworks

40:58 - Which Frameworks Excel in Specific Use Cases?

45:01 - Avoiding the Framework Spiral: Stick with a Favorite

49:09 - Picks and Plugs Section

184 | Laravel vs. Full Stack JavaScript: The Debate23 Oct 202400:54:23

Amy, Brad, and Aaron discuss how Laravel and JavaScript frameworks like React can coexist in a modern web development workflow. They examine the benefits of Laravel's integrated ecosystem, the pragmatism behind choosing technologies like SQLite, and the cultural differences between Laravel's "benevolent dictator" model versus the JavaScript community's preference for composability and modularity.

Sponsor

WorkOS - WorkOS helps you launch enterprise features like SSO and user management with ease. Thanks to the AuthKit for JavaScript, your team can integrate in minutes and focus on what truly matters—building your app.

 

Show Notes

00:00:00 - Introduction and Sponsors

00:01:06 - Welcoming Aaron Francis

00:02:07 - Amy's Experience with Laravel and AI

00:04:12 - Aaron's Transition to Try Hard Studios

00:08:02 - Production Setup and Process

00:10:15 - Monetization Strategies for Try Hard Studios

00:13:39 -  The Resurgence of SQLite

00:18:08 - SQLite in Modern Development Workflows

00:23:24 - Terso and Innovations with SQLite

00:28:00 - Laravel vs. Full Stack JavaScript: The Debate

00:33:16 - Integrating Laravel with Frontend Frameworks

00:39:03 - Pragmatic Approaches to Web Development

00:44:54 - JavaScript Ecosystem and Laravel Comparisons

00:53:00 - Laravel’s Evolution to Embrace JavaScript

00:54:09 - Closing Remarks

183 | Auth-some Sauce: Spicing up Security02 Oct 202400:37:37

In this episode, Amy and Brad sit down with Michael Chan to discuss WorkOS, a tool simplifying authentication and authorization for developers. They explore how WorkOS makes complex processes like OAuth, SSO, and MFA easy to implement, compare it to other auth providers, and dive deep into AuthKit’s capabilities.

Sponsors

WorkOS - WorkOS helps you launch enterprise features like SSO and user management with ease. Thanks to the AuthKit for JavaScript, your team can integrate in minutes and focus on what truly matters—building your app.

Show Notes

00:00 - Intro

01:15 - Introduction to WorkOS

02:23 - Comparing WorkOS with Competitors

03:50 - Features of WorkOS AuthKit

06:53 - WorkOS’s Evolution and Target Audience

09:30 - Challenges in Implementing Auth Solutions

10:30 - Should Developers Build Their Own Auth?

12:50 - The Cascade of Auth Decisions: Emails and Databases

14:22 - WorkOS Integration with Astro and Remix

19:50 - Key Benefits of WorkOS for Developers

22:00 - Integrating AuthKit with Next and Remix

24:01 - Challenges in Documentation for Developers

33:06 - The Future of Documentation and AI’s Role

35:00 - Wrap-up

182 | Low-Code as a Medium For High-Speed Developers21 Aug 202400:43:25

Ray Deck, a seasoned data scientist and founder of State Change AI, talks about the evolving landscape of software development with the rise of no code and low code platforms. He explains how these tools are not just for non-technical founders but also offer significant advantages to experienced developers. The episode explores the practical applications of no code tools in business and how they can lead to faster, more efficient product development.

Show Notes

00:00 - Introduction to the episode and guest Ray Deck

01:02 - Ray’s background in data science and founding State Change AI

03:01 - The concept of no code and low code and their impact on accessibility

07:06 - Choosing between no code, low code, and traditional coding

09:12 - Pitching no code tools to developers

14:01 - When to use no code vs. custom development

24:06 - Automation as a critical component of no code solutions

32:00 - Discussing State Change AI’s role in the no code ecosystem

39:27 - Picks and Plugs

181 | How Prisma Makes Backend Development Easy14 Aug 202400:48:40

Marc Hess, a Developer Advocate at Prisma, talks about the evolution of Prisma from an ORM tool to a comprehensive platform for database management. The discussion includes practical advice on using Prisma, optimizing documentation, and Marc’s experience with developer advocacy. The team also explores the benefits of Prisma Pulse for real-time applications and how it compares to other ORM tools like Drizzle.

Sponsor Convex

Convex is the backend for founders. Convex is the backend application platform for product-obsessed founders.

Show Notes

00:00 - Introduction and Sponsor Shoutout

00:43 - Sponsor: Convex

01:06 - Introducing Marc Hess from Prisma

04:04 - YouTube Content Creation Tips

11:24 - Introduction to Prisma and Its Products

14:19 - Deep Dive into Prisma Pulse

19:06 - Best Practices for Documentation

29:13 - Client Extensions in Prisma

37:13 - Prisma vs Drizzle Discussion

44:00 - Picks and Plugs Segment

180 | Building a Custom Email Service: Why Sometimes DIY is Best09 Aug 202400:34:19

In this episode of Compressed.fm, James, Amy, and Bekah delve into their current projects, share insights on smarter API calls, and discuss the intricacies of working with Redwood JS. The trio also explores the concept of a two-week challenge for creating and selling digital products, the importance of contributing to open source, and the evolving role of AI in web development.

Show Notes

00:00:00 Intro

00:00:42 James's Video on API Best Practices

00:03:02 Amy Discusses Building a Complex Redwood Application

00:08:06 James and Amy Discuss Resend and React Email Integration

00:09:24 The Two-Week Challenge: Creating and Selling a Product

  • Email Based Course

00:11:45 Bekah on Leadership and Communication Skills in Tech

00:13:14 Planning and Executing a Two-Week Product Challenge

00:20:31 Discussing Autobiographies and Productivity Books

00:29:17 Addressing Junior Devs: Tips for Building a Strong Portfolio

00:33:10 James on Turning DealsForDevs.com into a Resource Hub

00:34:08 Conclusion

179 | From Idea to Product: Postman Labs’ Experimentation Process18 Jun 202400:30:14

In this episode, James and Amy are live from Post Con 24 with Sterling Chin from Postman's Labs team. Sterling shares insights on how Postman leverages AI to build tools that enhance developer productivity. He delves into the experimental nature of Postman Labs, the importance of rapid iteration, and how they determine which features make it into production. Sterling also discusses Postbot, an AI assistant designed to streamline the API development process.

Show Notes

00:00 Intro

01:01 What is Postman Labs?

01:51 Criteria for successful experiments

03:31 Understanding customer workflows

04:29 Tips and tricks for rapid iteration

06:16 Internal feedback and dogfooding

08:02 Working in Postman Labs

10:00 Postman's Commitment to R&D

12:02 AI Adoption at Postman

16:47 Overview of Postbot

18:11 Technical details of Postbot

20:16 Postman Flows

21:10 AI tools and agnosticism

22:07 Postbot’s availability and pricing

23:09 Scaling and Team Size

26:07 Customer Feedback and Features

29:03 Closing

 

178 | Inside Postman’s Journey to Build a VS Code Extension14 Jun 202400:27:59

This episode covers the detailed process of taking Postman’s VS Code extension from a proof of concept to a fully-fledged product. Ruben Casas shares insights on the technical hurdles, team dynamics, and the iterative development process.

Show Notes

00:00 Introduction

1:25 Background Story

2:09 Starting the Extension

3:27 Technical Challenges

6:19 Synchronizing State

9:20 VS Code Development Tools

11:12 Developing with Electron

13:05 Team Dynamics

14:46 Onboarding and Quality Control

17:37 Development Process

19:28 Maintenance and Future Plans

21:39 Feedback and Improvements

23:01 User Experience

25:14 PostCon 24 Highlights

27:05 Closing

 

177 | An Epic Vision for Learning how to Code04 Jun 202400:49:45

In this episode, Amy, Brad, and Bekah welcome back Kent C. Dodds, who shares exciting updates about his latest project, Epic Web.dev. Kent discusses the philosophy behind his comprehensive web development course, the importance of understanding foundational technologies, and the motivation behind creating Epic Web Conf. He also dives into the benefits of building your own authentication systems and the decision-making process behind the Epic Stack. The conversation is filled with insights on balancing different technologies, creating cohesive learning experiences, and the future of web development education.

 

SponsorsConvex

Convex is the backend for founders. Convex is the backend application platform for product-obsessed founders

 

Show Notes

 

176 | React Server Components with RedwoodJS21 May 202400:45:04

In this episode of Compressed FM, Amy, James, and Tobbe from the Redwood JS core team explore React server components. They discuss the implementation of React server components in Redwood, the benefits, challenges, and the future of web development with this new technology.

Show Notes

00:00:00 - Introduction 

00:00:47 - Tobbe's Background and Role at Redwood JS 

00:02:03 - Tobbe's Journey with Redwood JS 

00:05:14 - Discussion on React Server Components (RSCs) 

00:07:00 - Explanation of Different Rendering Methods 

00:12:48 - Implementing React Server Components with Vite 

00:15:22 - Technical Details of RSC Implementation 

00:17:19 - Streaming and Suspense in React 

00:18:28 - Future Developer Experience with Redwood and RSCs 

00:19:51 - Explanation of Redwood Cells 

00:22:01 - DX Considerations for RSCs in Redwood 

00:24:23 - State of GraphQL in Redwood's Future 

00:28:34 - GraphQL's Reputation and Challenges 

00:31:17 - tRPC and TypeScript Safety with RSCs 

00:34:14 - Advanced RSC Features in Redwood 

00:36:31 - Server Actions and Their Role in Redwood 

00:39:09 - Picks and Plugs

175 | Designing Infrastructure for Product Engineers14 May 202400:53:34

In this episode, James Quick and Amy Dutton chat with James Cowling, co-founder of Convex, about designing infrastructure for product engineers. James explains the innovative features of Convex, including its JavaScript-based queries and real-time data subscriptions, and compares it to Firebase. They also discuss the challenges of edge computing, the importance of user state, and the role of AI in modern development.

Show Notes

[00:00:00] - Introduction to the Episode

[00:01:00] - James Cowling’s Background and Convex Overview

[00:01:52] - Deep Dive into Convex

[00:05:29] - User State and Application Development

[00:07:05] - Challenges of Edge Computing

[00:09:53] - Automatic Caching and Real-Time Updates

[00:13:22] - AI and Backend Integration

[00:17:01] - Leveraging AI in Applications

[00:21:11] - Convex’s Infrastructure and Technology

[00:25:28] - Comparisons with Other Platforms

[00:30:03] - Server Rendering and Data Storage

[00:33:19] - Physical Challenges in Data Centers

[00:37:04] - Cost Efficiency and Cloud Platforms

[00:40:56] - Final Thoughts on Infrastructure

[00:43:30] - Picks and Plugs Introduction

[00:44:11] - James Cowling’s Picks and Plugs

[00:45:41] - Amy Dutton’s Picks and Plugs

[00:48:28] - James Quick’s Picks and Plugs

174 | FOMO and Leveraging AI for Better Dev Productivity30 Apr 202400:54:40

In this episode, hosts Amy and Brad discuss the the things they're afraid of missing out on within the dev ecosystem. Then, they discuss how they're using AI to enhance their own productivity with Custom GPTs.

SponsorsPostman

Postman is an API platform for building and using APIs. Postman simplifies each step of the API lifecycle and streamlines collaboration so you can create better APIs—faster.

Show Notes

00:00 Intro

00:38 Sponsor: Postman

1:07 Developer FOMO

22:39 AI Tools and Enhancing Workflows

31:51 Slow Productivity

47:09 Picks and Plugs

Amy

Brad

54:11 Wrap-Up

173 | From Blog Post to VC Funding: The Story of Unkey26 Apr 202400:54:04

James Perkins, co-founder of Unkey, talks about turning a potential blog post into a full-fledged business that simplifies API management for developers. Throughout the episode, he explains the core features of Unkey, the importance of VC funding, and the realities of startup life, including balancing workloads and managing a globally distributed team.

SponsorPostman

Postman is an API platform for building and using APIs. Postman simplifies each step of the API lifecycle and streamlines collaboration so you can create better APIs—faster.

Attend their Upcoming Conference - April 30 - May 1, 2024 in San Francisco. Amy and James will be there in person.

Show Notes

0:00 Intro
0:47 Sponsor: Postman
1:41 Background and Overview of Unkey
3:20 Unkey's Features
3:34 Origin Story of Unkey
10:10 VC Interaction and Scaling Up
16:38 Unkey's Core Features and Technical Setup

45:34 Future Plans and Scaling

48:16 Picks and Plugs

172 | Building Community through Code with Tracy Lee23 Apr 202400:38:54

Tracy Lee joins the Compressed.fm to discuss the integration of AI in development, the evolution of documentation practices, and her role in leading community projects and tech innovations.

SponsorPostman

Postman is an API platform for building and using APIs. Postman simplifies each step of the API lifecycle and streamlines collaboration so you can create better APIs—faster.

Attend their Upcoming Conference - April 30 - May 1, 2024 in San Francisco. Amy and James will be there in person.

Show Notes

00:00:00 - Introduction and Overview
00:00:38 - Sponsor: Postman

00:01:59 - Guest Introduction: Tracy Lee
00:06:02 - Tracy Discusses Upcoming Talks at CityJS and CascadiaJS
00:10:51 - Challenges with Documentation in Development

00:17:08 - The Value of Asking Questions and Community Support

00:24:05 - Balancing Professional and Personal Life

00:26:41 - Picks and Plugs

00:31:15 - Closing

171 | Unpacking React Server Components and 
Multi-Step Forms19 Apr 202401:02:58

In Episode 182, hosts James and Amy delve into the intricacies of React Server Components (RSCs) and the challenges of building multi-step forms. They discuss the latest developments in RSCs, including the implementation in RedwoodJS, and share insights on managing state and validations in multi-step forms. Throughout, the hosts offer practical advice and technical deep dives, making complex topics accessible and engaging.

SponsorsPostman

Postman is an API platform for building and using APIs. Postman simplifies each step of the API lifecycle and streamlines collaboration so you can create better APIs—faster.

Attend their upcoming conference, April 30 - May 1, 2024 in San Francisco. Amy and James will be there in person.

Show Notes

00:00:00 Intro

00:00:40 Sponsored by Postman

00:02:07 React Server Components

00:03:12 Deep dive into RSC and Redwood JS implementation details

00:04:23 Explanation of React Server Components ecosystem and challenges

00:36:03 Transition to multi-step forms and their complexities

00:37:05 Strategies for handling form state and validation

00:45:28 Detailed considerations for different form steps and data handling

00:55:49 Picks and Plugs

170 | Exploring the Future of React with Remix: A Deep Dive16 Apr 202400:57:00

In this episode of Compressed FM, hosts Amy Dutton and Brad Garropy are joined by Brooks Lybrand from Shopify to explore the latest in Remix and the future of React. They discuss the integration of server components, the challenges of package management, and strategies for effective software updates. The conversation also delves into the potential of React Server Components (RSC) and the role of SPA (Single Page Application) mode in web development.

SponsorsPostman

Postman is an API platform for building and using APIs. Postman simplifies each step of the API lifecycle and streamlines collaboration so you can create better APIs—faster.

Attend their upcoming conference, April 30 - May 1, 2024 in San Francisco. Amy and James will be there in person.

Show Notes

00:00:00 Introduction and Overview

00:00:44 Sponsored by Postman

00:01:14 Discussion on ESM and Development Trends

00:02:25 Challenges in Package and Library Development

00:03:07 Redwood JS Developments and Insights

00:04:05 Release Strategies and Development Practices

00:06:02 Detailed Discussion on Development Tools and Methods

00:21:08 Future of Development Tools and Techniques

00:25:53 Q&A on Technical Aspects and Team Dynamics

00:35:48 Discussion on Single Fetch and Data Fetching Strategies

00:37:17 Frameworks and Developer Choices

00:43:46 The Future of React and Remix with RSC

00:48:09 Wrap-up and Picks and Plugs Segment

00:50:25 Closing

169 | Being Comfortable Not Knowing Everything as a Developer29 Feb 202400:57:40

Cory joins all the co hosts to share about his personal projects and how he prioritizes what new tech to learn about.

Show Notes

00:00 Welcome Cory and Framework Jumping
23:29 Music Talk and Non Screen Hobbies
32:58 Coreys Podcast
38:08 Picks and Plugs

168 | How Developers Write Less Code with AI and No Code in 202420 Feb 202400:33:52

James and Adrian content creation, from starting YouTube channels to building communities. Adrian highlights the secrets he’s learned in building a private community and some of the bleeding edge technology that he’s excited about.

Show Notes

[00:00:00] Introduction

[00:01:20] Content creation and community building.

[00:05:09] Image generation in AI.

[00:08:09] AI models evolving in design.

[00:12:13] Low-code, no-code tools.

[00:16:03] Website building efficiency with Wix.

[00:20:32] Discord community interactions.

[00:21:34] AI creating a teams of AIs.

[00:26:18] AI converting photos into 3D.

[00:29:20] Creating 3D Models from Photos.

[00:32:26] AI art and no code.

167 | Development Environment Management01 Feb 202400:49:18

Ivan joins James and Bekah to tell his journey to Daytona and where they’re hoping to go as they grow.

Show Notes
  • 00:00 Welcome Ivan
  • 03:30 Tying Development to Personal Interests
  • 08:05 Finding the Product Gap
  • 12:19 Acquisition, Money, Starting From Scratch
  • 17:31 Daytona
  • 20:22 What’s Under the Hood
  • 22:41 Primary Users
  • 29:09 The Team
  • 30:31 Engineering
  • 35:46 Trying Daytona
  • 41:31 Picks and Plugs
166 | Bridging the Editor and Developer Experience Gap25 Jan 202400:59:26

Knut joins the podcast for a second time to give us the inside scoop on recent Sanity updates and what makes Sanity the above and beyond CMS.

Show Notes
  • 00:00 Welcome Knut and Intro
  • 02:49 What is Sanity?
  • 05:07 Building Studio from Spite
  • 12:26 New Features
  • 19:47 Tec Perspective on Sanity
  • 24:21 Customer Satisfaction
  • 29:59 AI in Sanity
  • 34:17 Presentation Mode
  • 39:09 Looking to 2024
  • 44:15 Picks and Plugs
165 | 2023 Recap and Open Q & A18 Jan 202400:55:22

We have a great episode where all 4 cohosts look back on 2023 and look forward to whats coming in 2024.

Show Notes
  • 00:00 Intro and Welcome
  • 00:53 Meet Ups and Conferences
  • 03:27 What is Virtual Coffee
  • 04:22 Bekah at OpenSauced
  • 09:52 Job Search
  • 17:44 2023 Reflections
  • 33:22 Migrating ro Remix
  • 47:49 2024 Looking Forward
164 | The Fear of Moving Forward04 Jan 202400:47:57

Cecil joins the podcast to talk about overcoming barriers and how to help people understand the roll of developer relations.

Show Notes

00:00 Welcome and Intro
03:42 Cicil’s Origin Story
18:07 Talking Early in Your Career
22:48 Layoffs
28:37 Evolution of Dev Rel
39:47 Picks and Plugs

163 | UI Development in 202421 Dec 202300:54:50

Sam joins Brad and Amy to discuss server components, loadting states and getting into UI development.

Show Notes
  • 00:00 Introduction
  • 01:15 Reusable Components
  • 07:49 Server Components
  • 31:06 Loading States
  • 45:46 Getting into UI
  • 50:32 Picks and Plugs
162 | Crossover Episode: Frontend Happy Hour14 Dec 202300:59:31

We have ALL the guests on today as Ryan and Jem join Brad, Amy, and James for a crossover episode. They discuss the tech theyre looking forward to in 2024 as well as AI topics and the impact that conferences have on a developers journey.

Show Notes
  • 00:00 Introduction
  • 00:26 Let’s Kick Off
  • 01:14 Tech Coming in 2024
  • 15:40 Jevons Paradox and AI
  • 24:13 AI Pen
  • 26:07 Custom GPT
  • 30:01 Browsers
  • 34:18 Pass Keys
  • 38:32 Conference Meet Ups
  • 51:58 Picks and Plugs
161 | Better Form Validation with Vest07 Dec 202300:42:21

Evyatar joins Compressed to talk of his love for open source, most importantly his project Vest.

Show Notes
  • 00:00 Introduction
  • 01:40 Work vs Open Source Balance
  • 04:35 Struggles of Being a Maintainer
  • 05:24 Community Involvement
  • 07:34 Need in Form Validation to Vest
  • 11:24 Core Features of Vest
  • 13:22 Formulation Libraries
  • 17:14 Connection
  • 19:52 Usage
  • *21:29 Full Time Open Source
  • 26:28 Emoji Picker
  • 30:54 New Projects
  • 32:29 Picks and Plugs
160 | Water Cooler Talk and Live Q&A30 Nov 202300:57:40

James and Amy take audience questions and discuss their favorite hot topics talking about frameworks, AI, and jobs.

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Show Notes
  • 00:00 Introduction
  • 01:33 Use Cases for AI
  • 07:48 Choosing Frameworks
  • 10:22 Next and Remix
  • 26:31 Money Talk for Frameworks
  • 34:45 Knowing Multiple Frameworks
  • 39:19 Landing a Job
  • 46:46 Leaving Coding
  • 51:49 Picks and Plugs
159 | Getting Started in Programming: An Origin Story21 Nov 202300:49:51

It’s Brads first episode as an official co-host! As we welcome Brad we get to know his story, his experience, and how he landed where he is today.

Show Notes
  • 00:00 Welcome Brad (Officially)
  • 01:22 College?
  • 13:!5 Hardest Parts
  • 17:50 Content Creation
  • 23:22 Adobe to Atlassian to the Future
  • 30:50 Interview Experience and Tips
  • 34:29 Next Steps and Goals
  • 39:48 Picks and Plugs
158 | Going Headless with Astro16 Nov 202300:53:32

Maciek joins James and Brad to get deep into Astro and all the ways to go headless.

Show Notes
  • 00:00 Welcome Maciek
  • 01:33 Landscape of PHP
  • 05:41 Wordpress
  • 11:15 Gateway to Headless WordPress
  • 25:47 Building on Astro
  • 27:57 Collection Framework Authors
  • 34:36 SSR and Astro
  • 37:07 Components
  • 42:55 Picks and Plugs
157 | Virtual DOM: Back In Block09 Nov 202300:49:01

Aiden joins us to talk about his project, Million JS, and all the tech he's implementing with it.

Show Notes
  • 00:00 Intro and Welcome Aiden
  • 02:01 Aidens Background
  • 04:36 Expereince With React
  • 07:33 Virutal DOM
  • 09:57 Sevelte Talk
  • 11:54 Million JS
  • 15:51 Representation of Virtual DOM
  • 17:39 Block DOM
  • 19:01 Limitations
  • 21:18 Static Analysis
  • 29:26 Naming MillionJS
  • 30:12 Other Frameworks?
  • 33:20 Landing Pages
  • 36:14 Marketing Stratedgies
  • 38:27 Teams
  • 42:22 What’s Next
  • 44:37 Picks and Plugs
156 | Astro Beyond Static Sites: B2B SaaS Kit02 Nov 202300:48:29

Yaroslav joins Compressed to give his tips and tricks on Astro and getting the most out of it.

Show Notes
  • 00:00 Welcome Yaroslav
  • 01:43 Onboarding to Astro
  • 18:32 Fat Island
  • 21:17 B2B SaaS Kit
  • 29:39 Auth Services
  • 31:52 Building an App
  • 36:03 Learning Curve
  • 41:50 Picks and Plugs
155 | Reimagining the Terminal with Warp26 Oct 202300:42:52

Zach joins Amy and Brad to dig into his journey to Warp and give an inside look into what it’s capable of doing.

Show Notes
  • 00:00 Introduction
  • 01:25 Lloyd’s Background
  • 02:40 Reaching Principal Level
  • 06:10 Scaling Down
  • 08:01 Choosing an Idea
  • 13:36 Vision for a New Terminal
  • 16:13 Warp Feature
  • 18:13 Security
  • 21:16 Collaboration and Business Model
  • 37:21 Why Mac?
  • 39:45 Picks and Plugs
154 | Q & A19 Oct 202301:02:51

Brad and James address their favorite current topics like framework choices and upcoming changes with AI.

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  • 00:00 Introduction
  • 03:58 What tools and frameworks to use?
  • 08:15 Planning Projects
  • 11:54 Managing Jobs and Open Source Projects
  • 19:20 How to Go Full Stack
  • 23:41 Nest JS
  • 34:57 View or Astro
  • 37:12 Document Reading and Using AI
  • 42:35 Contributing to Open Source
  • 49:54 Learning to Code in the Age of AI
  • 52:39 Using GitHub to Attract Employers
  • 58:50 Cost of AI
153 | Remote Work and Building Side Projects12 Oct 202301:04:02

Amy and Brad host a “time out” chat about all the hot topics that are no their minds.

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Show Notes
  • 00:00 Introduction
  • 00:40 Sponsor: Contentful
  • 01:11 Welcome Matias
  • 02:08 International Remote Work and Language Barrier
  • 08:10 Making Student Profiles Stand Out
  • 14:03 Open Source
  • 24:02 Side Projects and Work Visas
  • 29:16 Tech Stack for SoundScribe
  • 47:19 Internships and Networking
  • 53:06 Last Questions
  • 01:00:17 Picks and Plugs
152 | Water Cooler Chat05 Oct 202300:59:40

Amy and Brad host a “time out” chat about all the hot topics that are on their minds.

Show Notes
  • 00:00 Introduction
  • 00:36 DHH and Typescript
  • 13:41 TypeScript Documentary and Microsoft
  • 16:00 Back to Warp
  • 17:40 Figma Embed in Developer Tools
  • 19:18 Monitor Talk
  • 21:33 Workshop at GraphQL Conference
  • 26:24 React Server Components at Baseline Level
  • 29:28 Implementing React Server Components in Remix and Redwood
  • 41:25 Getting a CFP Accepted
  • 45:47 Bun
  • 48:51 Raycast
  • 50:51 Questions on CFPs
  • 53:14 Picks and Plugs
151 | Leaving a Job to Build a Company14 Sep 202300:49:22

Zeno talks James and Amy through his YC process that brought his side project dream to real life and what it’s like being a CEO now.

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Show Notes
  • 00:00 Introduction
  • 00:52 Sponsor: Contentful
  • 01:57 Zeno’s Start
  • 08:39 Processing Negative Feedback
  • 12:08 Transition from Job to Project
  • 15:58 Being a Front End CEO
  • 24:34 Speed or Quality
  • 27:11 Intro to YC
  • 38:25 Building Something That’s Needed
  • 42:35 Picks and Plugs
150 | What is iCodeThis?07 Sep 202300:51:09

In this episode Florin gives us a deep dive into iCodeThis. How it works, how it’s made and all the behind the scenes information.

Show Notes
  • 00:00 Welcome and Florin
  • 01:59 iCodeThis Inspiration
  • 07:08 How it Works
  • 13:49 Submitting and Enabled Technologies
  • 25:30 Tech Stack
  • 30:55 Technical Challenges
  • 37:12 Talking Numbers
  • 40:01 Filling the Gaps
  • 43:49 Picks and Plugs
149 | CSS Rocks!31 Aug 202300:46:01

Adam joins Amy to explain his love of CSS and what his curent favorite features are as well as digging into some hot takes and CSS debates.

Show Notes
  • 00:00 Welcome Adam
  • 01:10 View Transitions
  • 15:20 Contrast Color and Accessibility
  • 18:18 Path to Feature Implementation
  • 24:53 Dev Rel Interview at Google
  • 27:21 Has Tag
  • 31:37 12 Column Grid
  • 40:17 The CSS Podcast
  • 41:24 Last Thoughts
  • 42:37 Picks and Plugs
147 | Building Projects to Learn24 Aug 202300:50:46

Brian, Brad, and Amy get into their preferred work flow and strategies for tackling their long lists of projects.

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Show Notes
  • 00:29 Sponsor: Contentful
  • 01:00 Introduction
  • 02:58 Recent Projects
  • 04:52 Swapping Database Layers
  • 07:18 Order of Build
  • 11:48 The Project Queue
  • 16:22 Diffing and Reapplication of New Code
  • 24:33 Versioning with Headers
  • 29:45 Backend Language Talk
  • 45:17 Picks and Plugs
148 | Side Project to Full-Time Dream24 Aug 202300:53:08

Elston joins James and Amy to talk about his side project turned full time job and how to make “Tiiny” dreams big.

Show Notes
  • 00:00 Welcome
  • 00:39 Value of CS Degree
  • 05:09 Elston’s Work Journey to Side Projects
  • 09:41 Domains and Dead-end Projects
  • 23:35 Deciding What Features to Build
  • 27:13 Finding Balance
  • 29:25 Having Community
  • 30:36 Company Stats of Tiiny
  • 32:13 Tech Stack
  • 39:18 Upcoming Features and Looking Ahead
  • 43:30 Picks and Plugs
BONUS: Having a CS Degree, Building a Resume, & Networking17 Aug 202300:21:30
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146 | Headless Commerce with Open Source15 Aug 202300:50:05

Jakub joins Amy, James, and Brad to give a look into how he uses open source as well as the start of his YouTube channel.

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Show Notes
  • 00:44 Sponsor: Contentful
  • 01:15 Welcome Jakub
  • 02:38 View Storefront with Existing E-Commerce Platforms
  • 10:39 Component Libraries
  • 17:51 Framework Talk
  • 24:03 Content Creation
  • 28:22 Teaching What You Know
  • 39:44 Picks and Plugs
145 | The Risks of Micro-Frontend03 Aug 202300:46:26

Ruben speaks on how to utilize micro-frontends and why issues arise and what to do when they do.

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Show Notes
  • 00:00 Introduction
  • 00:39 Sponsor: Contentfull
  • 01:12 Welcome Ruben
  • 03:35 Being at Staff Level
  • 06:25 Micro Front Ends
  • 12:36 Using Headless CMS
  • 15:33 High Level Issues
  • 19:14 From Onboarding to Micro Front Ends
  • 26:54 Bigger Breaks or Smaller Breaks
  • 41:08 Picks and Plugs
144 | Stop Over-Engineering Your CSS27 Jul 202300:56:15

Welcome Kevin to Compressed where he discusses one of Amy's favorite topics, CSS!

Show Notes
  • 00:00 Introduction
  • 03:09 Why CSS
  • 06:12 Over Engineering Your CSS
  • 13:19 New Things in CSS
  • 23:32 Style Queries
  • 24:48 CSS and Design
  • 30:16 Vanilla vs Tailwind and ROI of Learning
  • 34:51 Marketability of CSS
  • 38:03 Practice
  • 40:02 Performance Optimization
  • 43:57 AI and CSS
  • 46:50 CSS Content
  • 48:20 Picks and Plugs
143 | React Server Components & the Next Epoch of RedwoodJS20 Jul 202301:05:59

Tom joins James and Amy to talk all things React and Redwood and give a convincing pitch for the very first RedwoodJS conference.

Show Notes
  • 00:00 Introduction and Welcome Tom
  • 02:36 Why Redwood
  • 07:40 Coming Full Circle in Tech
  • 17:23 Cell Pattern
  • 18:38 Streaming
  • 21:19 Natural Progression
  • 29:29 Boundaries of API and UI
  • 35:34 Custom API Functions
  • 36:42 Edge Deployment
  • 40:11 Modern Databases
  • 47:43 State of React Server Components
  • 54:33 Picks and Plugs
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