Best Functional Fundamentals Podcasts (2024)

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776: How 1Password Uses WASM and Rust for Local First Dev With Andrew Burkhart 58:00

6m ago58:00

58:00

Today we’re serving up an episode on 1Password with Senior Rust Developer Andrew Burkhart, delving into how 1Password works, tackling conflict resolution and security challenges, and exploring the benefits of using Rust. Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax 00:57 Who is Andrew Burkhart? 01:36 How does 1Password work? 03:24 What’s the data flow on cre…

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Consuming Consciously: Quality Protein Choices Explained with Zack Langlois, Founder of Northern Raised 58:18

4h ago58:18

58:18

Join Dr. Stephanie in an enlightening conversation with Zack Langlois, the Founder and CEO of Northern Raised. Once destined for a conventional corporate career, Zack experienced a transformative awakening that led him to prioritize his health and life choices. Through his healing journey, he discovered the profound impact of food, which ultimately…

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Introducing Answer with AI, Brave’s New AI Assistant 49:10

6m ago49:10

49:10

Josep M. Pujol (Chief of Search at Brave) and Rémi Berson (Principal Engineer at Brave) discuss Brave Search’s latest feature, Answer With AI, which is the first privacy-preserving answer engine available at scale. They explore what this new assistant’s capabilities mean for traditional search, and its potential to reshape our search habits. Key Ta…

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775: Components We Need on Every Project 55:55

16m ago55:55

55:55

In today’s episode, Scott and Wes dive into the essential components they need on every web project, discussing whether to build them from scratch or leverage existing libraries—everything from navigation bars and modals to toast messages and icons. Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! 01:48 Brought to you by Sentry.io. 02:53 Nav / Mobile Nav. 08:43…

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Learn Chinese | CHINESE BAKING AND COOKING TERMS | HSK 2-3 9:06

4h ago9:06

9:06

Today's Episode: Learn Chinese | CHINESE BAKING AND COOKING TERMS | HSK 2-3 The Learn Chinese Podcast is brought to you by LC Chinese School. Listening to our podcast is an enjoyable way to learn Chinese at your own pace, whenever and wherever you are! Contact our head teacher Chen Huimin at info@lcchineseschool.com if you want to learn Chinese or …

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Learn Chinese | HOW TO TALK ABOUT HEALTH IN CHINESE | HSK 2-3 9:47

4h ago9:47

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Today's Episode: Learn Chinese | HOW TO TALK ABOUT HEALTH IN CHINESE | HSK 2-3 The Learn Chinese Podcast is brought to you by LC Chinese School. Listening to our podcast is an enjoyable way to learn Chinese at your own pace, whenever and wherever you are! Contact our head teacher Chen Huimin at info@lcchineseschool.com if you want to learn Chinese …

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Building a Custom Front-end Framework - JSJ 633 1:21:00

2d ago1:21:00

1:21:00

Zach Lankton is the Product Engineer at Signature Payments. They dive deep into the world of software development and tech innovations. In this episode, they explore a wide range of topics, the main focus is on ReZact, a cutting-edge front-end framework discussed by Zach, which shares similarities with React and Svelte. The conversation covers the …

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774: Promise Flow Control, Concurrency, Libraries, TypeScript and Deferreds - Part 3 20:39

7m ago20:39

20:39

In today’s episode, Scott and Wes dive into the final part of our JavaScript Promises series, covering deferred promises, fetch, flow control, concurrency with libraries like p-map and p-limit, and integrating TypeScript. Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! 00:31 Brought to you by Sentry.io. 01:11 Deferred promises. Promise.withResolvers(). Wes’ Ti…

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358 | What To Do for Hip Osteoarthritis 27:28

3h ago27:28

27:28

In this episode, DocJen and Dr. Dom delve into hip arthritis, focusing on its incidence and prevalence. They discuss key findings from the Framingham study, shedding light on the rates of hip arthritis and the predictors of its poor progression. They provide proactive measures to manage the condition, emphasizing the importance of supervision in tr…

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773: React Native with Robin Heinze 57:08

21m ago57:08

57:08

Scott and Wes dish out a feast with Robin Heinze from Infinite Red, diving into the world of React Native. They discuss how React Native differs from other webview platforms, highlight popular apps built with it, and serve up essential tools and libraries to spice up every React Native project. Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! 01:13 Brought to y…

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Balancing Environmental Stewardship with Technological Progress 46:43

7d ago46:43

46:43

Steve Kinard, President of the AI Innovation Association, discusses Bitcoin mining and the environmental implications that turned him into an advocate with the Texas Blockchain Council. He also emphasizes the inevitability of AI's disruptive impact across industries, and advocates for prioritizing open source collaboration as the cornerstone of tec…

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772: React Server Components with PHP, Selling Accessibility, WTF is Cloudflare + more 59:46

2d ago59:46

59:46

In this Potluck episode of Syntax, Scott and Wes tackle community questions on handling overwork, teaching programming to family, and React’s Server Components. They also discuss quantifying accessibility improvements, choosing course platforms, and navigating professional growth in challenging workplaces. Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! Thanks…

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Sentry's Impact on Web Vitals Understanding - JSJ 632 1:25:40

2d ago1:25:40

1:25:40

Lazar Nikolov is a Full-stack engineer. They engage in a deep exploration of diverse subjects, from historical veracity and book recommendations to crucial insights on web performance monitoring tools. Join the esteemed panelists as they navigate the complexities of understanding historical events, reflect on significant global issues such as Holoc…

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771: Promises: Error Handling, Aborts, and Helper Methods - Part 2 21:06

22m ago21:06

21:06

We’re diving into part 2 of our 3-part series on Promises, focusing on error handling, aborts, and essential helper methods. We’ll explore how to manage errors effectively and improve performance with abort signals. Let’s get into it! Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! 00:41 Brought to you by Sentry.io. 02:00 Cancelling promises. 05:16 Why would y…

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357 | Improve Your Metabolism, Body Composition and Pain during Perimenopauase and Beyond with Dr. Stephanie Estima 50:13

1h ago50:13

50:13

In this episode, Dr. Stephanie delves into the various factors that influenced her career path and discusses the critical ways in which nutritional and training needs evolve as we age. She explains why you might notice weight gain in your 40s despite maintaining the same routine and explores the importance of meal timings and how to maximize the be…

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770: Design Systems With Brad Frost (Rereleased) 59:07

6m ago59:07

59:07

In this revisited supper club episode, Wes and Scott talk with Brad Frost about how to implement design systems in small and large scale projects, best practices around naming things, keeping everything in sync across different codebases, and how design systems help projects. Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! 00:49 Brought to you by Sentry.io. 01…

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Navigating Bioenergetics for Healing with Amanda Panacea 54:48

12d ago54:48

54:48

In today's episode, host Dr. Stephanie Canestraro candidly chats with Amanda Panacea and share details about their transformative journeys and insights into holistic wellness. Amanda shares her journey from burnout and addiction to discovering her path in functional medicine. Through vulnerability and honesty, she guides others on their healing jou…

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The Right to Be Forgotten: Fundamental Human Rights in the Digital Realm 34:59

3d ago34:59

34:59

Pat Walshe, Data Protection Officer at Brave, discusses the intersection of artificial intelligence, privacy, and data protection…and how these elements intertwine with fundamental human rights in the digital realm. He also scrutinizes tech industry giants, questioning the authenticity of their privacy claims and the efficacy of their data protecti…

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769: React Miami Live Show 34:19

2d ago34:19

34:19

Welcome to a special live edition of Syntax, recorded at React Miami! Join Scott and Wes as they dish out games galore, from Spot the Syntax Error to JS or NAYS, all while engaging with the audience in this lively session of coding camaraderie. Plus, who’s the better programmer? Stay tuned to find out! Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! 00:54 Meet…

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768: React 19 is here! 26:36

18d ago26:36

26:36

Scott and Wes serve up all the deets on the latest React 19 update, exploring new features like actions, web components, use()API, and document metadata. Stay tuned as they discuss the ins and outs of upgrading to React 19 and what it means for your projects. Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! 01:30 Brought to you by Sentry.io. 02:03 What’s in the…

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356 | What is Dry Needling? When is it Beneficial? 24:50

14m ago24:50

24:50

Heard of Dry Needling? DocJen and Dr. Dom give you the rundown on what Dry Needling is, the effect it has on the body physiologically, and who might need it! They discuss the limitations of measurement bias in research, the benefits of dry-needling, how long it lasts, and what it means to have expectations and beliefs about dry-needling, also consi…

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767: Local First and TypeScript’s Missing Library with Johannes Schickling 56:23

10d ago56:23

56:23

In this episode, Scott and Wes dive into the world of local-first apps with Johannes Schickling, the mastermind behind Prisma. From databases, WASM for non-JS, to authentication challenges, they explore the ins and outs of crafting apps that prioritize local functionality. Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! 01:10 Brought to you by Sentry.io. 01:28…

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Secure DeFi Investments and The Future of Finance 37:57

21d ago37:57

37:57

Greg Jizmagian, CoFounder and CTO at Exponential, shares how trust is being rebuilt in the financial sector through blockchain technology, and ways users are regaining financial autonomy. He also explains the intricacies of making complex DeFi platforms approachable, striking the balance between detail-rich data and a seamless user experience. Key …

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766: React Server Components: Form Actions + Server Actions 46:32

8d ago46:32

46:32

Scott and Wes are here to guide you through the world of React Server Components, shedding light on the intricacies of Form Actions and Server Actions. Get ready to level up your React skills as they discuss the ins and outs of these powerful features and share their expert advice on optimizing your applications. Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax!…

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Embracing Angular's Evolution with Santosh Yadav - JSJ 631 1:00:09

9d ago1:00:09

1:00:09

Santosh Yadav is a Google Developer Expert for Angular. They dive into the world of JavaScript and development. The discussion centers around the topic of why Angular is considered the best framework, with insights from Santosh, Steve Edwards, and Charles Max Wood. They explore the history and evolution of Angular, its resurgence, and the recent im…

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355 | Improving Sleep Quality and Quantity to Kick Insomnia with Devin Burke 45:18

2d ago45:18

45:18

Devin takes a deep dive into the complexities of sleep, beginning with his personal journey towards understanding its significance. He explores the development of insomnia and its implications for individuals. Continuing, Devin sheds light on the physiological processes our bodies undergo during sleep, emphasizing its importance. He also highlights…

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Tater Biggums Is HERE 40:44

5h ago40:44

40:44

If you're seeing this in your podcast feed it means our first child has either arrived or is very nearly earthside! Sammy and I greatly appreciate your thoughts, prayers, and good vibes in this time. The podcast will be on an indefinite (though hopefully relatively short) break, while we welcome our first child into the world and find our feet as n…

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765: JS Promises Fundamentals - Part 1 22:01

17m ago22:01

22:01

In this 3-course series, Scott and Wes serve up some JavaScript Promises treats. In part 1, they unravel the concept of promises and delve into common examples of their usage, from creating and waiting on promises, to database queries and user permissions. Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! 01:27 Brought to you by Sentry.io. 02:32 What is a promis…

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Your Blood...What is it Telling You? A Deep Dive with Shannon Gregory of Microcell Sciences 50:37

3d ago50:37

50:37

Join Dr. Stephanie in an insightful conversation with Shannon Gregory, the Founder of Microcell Sciences, as they delve into non-diagnostic tests for healing and health journeys. Microcell Sciences utilizes microscopy to detect microbes and toxins in the blood, offering a unique perspective on health assessment. Dr. Stephanie shares her experience …

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764: Biome JS with Emanuele Stoppa 51:43

3d ago51:43

51:43

Join Scott and Wes as they delve into the fascinating realm of Biome.JS alongside Emanuele Stoppa, the mastermind behind it all. Why is it written in Rust? Why are other tools so slow? Could Biome be the ultimate successor to ESLint or Prettier? Grab a seat at the table and find out! Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! 00:10 Brought to you by Sentr…

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The War of Technology: How AI and Crypto will Converge Over Time 26:54

5d ago26:54

26:54

Paul Barron, Founder of the Paul Barron Network, examines power, corruption, and the technology war he expects to see over the next 20 years. He also discusses why gaming is the gateway to Web3 growth, and will lead to a steep adoption curve. Key Takeaways: How people underestimate AI's ability to scale, despite its speed and the latest advancement…

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763: Web Scraping + Reverse Engineering APIs 52:33

5d ago52:33

52:33

Web scraping 101! Dive into the world of web scraping with Scott and Wes as they explore everything from tooling setup and navigating protected routes to effective data management. In this Tasty Treat episode, you’ll gain invaluable insights and techniques to scrape (almost) any website with ease. Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! 03:13 Brought t…

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Web3 with Nik Kalyani - JSJ 630 1:24:14

21d ago1:24:14

1:24:14

Feel like you don’t know enough about Web3? Don’t worry, neither do we. That’s where these podcasts come in! In this new episode, the Jabberers sit down with Nik Kalyani, the founder of Decentology and overall Web3 expert. The gang discusses the “big D” of Web3 (and why you need to understand it), how Web3 changes the game for blockchain and the li…

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354 | What is Blood Flow Restriction Training? 17:57

16d ago17:57

17:57

Have you heard of Blood Flow Restriction? DocJen and Dr. Dom dive into the researcher who developed the method of Blood Flow Restriction training, their story of innovation and the science behind its effects on the body. Diving into its clinical implications associated with sarcopenia, cardiovascular complications, muscle growth and pain perception…

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Floating Wetland Gardens In Pantry Ponds For Resilience, Function and Yield Stacking ~Epi-079 1:01:34

7d ago1:01:34

1:01:34

Floating wetlands are a "new" old technology that is well worth looking into if you are doing aquaculture at just about any scale - from small backyard tanks a few hundred gallons in size, on up to multi-acre ponds and lakes. Floating wetlands take the essential functions provided by wetlands and concentrated them into a smaller and more mobile foo…

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762: What to Steal. Finding Inspiration in Web Development 38:16

17d ago38:16

38:16

Scott and Wes discuss the delicate balance of what’s acceptable to borrow or be inspired by in web development and what crosses into territory that’s off-limits. Tune in as they share personal experiences, discuss where to find ethical inspiration, and offer tips on how to effectively capture and utilize it. Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! 01:5…

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Learn Chinese | MUSIC TO YOUR EARS: VOCABULARY FOR DISCUSSING MUSIC | HSK 3-4 6:44

1M ago6:44

6:44

Today's Episode: Learn Chinese | MUSIC TO YOUR EARS: VOCABULARY FOR DISCUSSING MUSIC | HSK 3-4 The Learn Chinese Podcast is brought to you by LC Chinese School. Listening to our podcast is an enjoyable way to learn Chinese at your own pace, whenever and wherever you are! Contact our head teacher Chen Huimin at info@lcchineseschool.com if you want t…

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761: Cloudflare Analytics Engine, Workers + more with Ben Vinegar 52:02

21d ago52:02

52:02

Scott and Wes dive into Cloudflare’s Analytics Engine and Workers with special guest Ben Vinegar, Syntax’s General Manager. Tune in as they explore Clickhouse, data tracking, infrastructure costs, and transitioning from software products to managing a podcast. Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! 01:17 Who is Ben Vinegar? Episode 434 with Ben. 02:21…

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Using Public Data Sets to Monitor Dark Web Activity 25:38

12d ago25:38

25:38

Adam Zarazinski, CEO of Inca Digital and former intelligence analyst, shares his journey from the front lines of international security to leading the charge in harnessing AI for financial innovation. He discusses how Inca Digital’s technology is helping to monitor dark web activity, and gives examples of how they’ve been able to track terrorist fi…

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760: Pro VSCode Setups 1:05:36

1M ago1:05:36

1:05:36

Join Scott and Wes as they dish out the juiciest VSCode secrets for coding like a boss (or a Tolinski)! From speedy navigation to must-have extensions and the sickest themes, get ready to level up your coding game. Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! 00:47 Brought to you by Sentry.io. 01:44 A recording bug. 03:18 VSCode versions. 05:59 Tabs or no t…

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From Learning New Languages to Learning New Technologies - JSJ 629 1:33:18

16d ago1:33:18

1:33:18

Tony Alicea is a Udemy and Pluralsight Instructor. They delve into the crucial topic of understanding and mastering technology, featuring insightful discussions and experiences from our speakers. From the shift in focus from technical problems to effective communication and marketing to the significance of deeply understanding a system rather than …

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759: How to Easily Explore Coding Ideas 31:38

14d ago31:38

31:38

Scott and Wes serve up top tools and tricks for rapid idea execution, from JavaScript services like Valtown and Observable to database solutions including LowDB and Google Sheets integration. Get ready to streamline your development ideation process with these tasty insights! Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! 02:16 Brought to you by Sentry.io. 03…

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353 | The Fundamental Pillars of Holistic Health with Naturopathic Doctor, Dr. Mahboubeh 43:27

18d ago43:27

43:27

Diving into the pillars and levers of holistic health, Dr. Mahboubeh described why it is important to focus practice on holistic health and how you can begin to create the best environment to allow healing to occur. Then, she speaks about treating the body systemically and holistically, defining her phrase, "We are not what we eat but how we live."…

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758: Web Awesome with Konnor Rogers + Cory LaViska 1:01:07

1M ago1:01:07

1:01:07

Font Awesome is back with Web Awesome, an open source library of web components that will work with any framework because it’s based on standards. Today on Syntax we have Konnor Rogers and Cory LaViska here to talk all things Web Awesome. Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! 00:47 Brought to you by Sentry.io. 02:49 What is Shoelace? 07:21 What is Fo…

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The Healing Power of Saunas with the Founder of SaunaSpace® Brian Richards 58:51

1M ago58:51

58:51

In this episode, Dr. Stephanie sits down with Brian Richards, the innovative mind behind Sauna Space. Brian's journey into the realm of natural health was sparked by the contrasting medical approaches of his parents—both MDs. This familial duality inspired Brian to explore alternative paths when faced with his own health challenges. Upon his mother…

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Reducing Your Data Footprint and Confronting The Illusion of Privacy 34:47

1M ago34:47

34:47

Naomi Brockwell, Founder of NBTV Media, discusses the true cost of “free tools,” and why we need a major mindset shift when it comes to trading value for value. She also discusses the illusion of privacy versus the reality that data brokers are working in, and how AI may make the data broker’s job obsolete. Key Takeaways: The easiest ways to reduce…

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757: Potluck: Is Gatsby Dead? Shadow Dom, AI Summaries, Self Hosting + More 48:42

19d ago48:42

48:42

Scott and Wes serve up answers to community questions, from navigating Light DOM vs. Shadow DOM to diving into tools for data extraction. Plus, they dish out insights on Gatsby in 2024, utilizing JavaScript ‘wheel events’, and explore the possibilities of hosting a website at home. Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! 00:51 Brought to you by Sentry.…

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Opt In To Nature To Opt Out Of The System(s) ~Epi-078 1:01:50

24d ago1:01:50

1:01:50

What do we mean when we say we want to "opt out" of the system? Firstly, it's the system(s) - the means of production, transport, communication, value transmission etc that we have to interface with to acquire the things we need to live in the modern world. In general, the further the distance a product or service must travel and the more technolog…

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352 | Scapular Winging? What can you do! 23:05

23d ago23:05

23:05

Seen or been told your shoulder blade is in a funky position during exercise? Perhaps popping out a little bit? Heard that scapular winging will cause pain inadvertently? Dr. Jen and Dr. Dom have your back as they explore all things scapular and debunk the common myths surrounding scapular winging. Tune into how scapular winging occurs, how you can…

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756: CSS Is Getting Mixins + Functions 25:41

1M ago25:41

25:41

Scott and Wes chomp through CSS Mixins and Functions, discussing the latest features making their way into CSS. From Tailwind-like classes to fluid typography, join us as we explore the possibilities and practical applications of these new tools. Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! 01:24 Brought to you by Sentry.io 03:00 CSS Is getting Functions an…

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