Best Kent C Dodds Podcasts (2024)

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Modern Web Podcast S12E19- Kent C. Dodds on Why he Traded Angular for React, Launching EpicWeb.dev, + What’s Next for EpicReact.dev 36:18

3h ago36:18

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Kent C. Dodds joins Tracy Lee and Rob Ocel at THAT Conference-WI for a discussion about his journey from being an Angular developer to becoming a leading figure in the React community. Kent shares his motivations for making the switch, detailing how React's focus on JavaScript fundamentals and its incremental adoption of new features appealed to hi…

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#25 - Simon's Recap of Epic Web Conf (ft. Kent C. Dodds) 1:33:04

12d ago1:33:04

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In this episode, Simon recaps his trip to the US and his experience speaking at Epic Web Conf. Kent C. Dodds phones in briefly to give his thoughts as the conference organiser. Website: https://navbar.tech Pro Tailwind: https://www.protailwind.com/ Want more NavBar? 🍔🍫 🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/the_navbar 🎥 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c…

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Modern Web Podcast S12E21- "Do What Matters with Who Matters While It Matters" Mark Techson on Leadership 31:47

1h ago31:47

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Tracy Lee and Rob Ocel sit down with Mark Thompson, aka "Mark Techson", to explore key themes around personal branding, workplace culture, and leadership. Mark shares his journey of building a strong personal brand, discussing how consistent online presence can shape public perception and create professional opportunities. The conversation provides…

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Modern Web Podcast S12E20- Acing the Interview for Software Engineers with Anthony D. Mays 50:23

35m ago50:23

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In this episode of the Modern Web Podcast, Anthony D. Mays discusses code exercises, landing your first job, and how to succeed in interviews. He shares his personal journey to becoming a software engineer and career coach, and emphasizes the importance of not only having technical knowledge but also a strong problem-solving process. The conversati…

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Modern Web Podcast S12E18- Browser Native APIs with Rachel Nabors 14:35

4d ago14:35

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Rachel Lee Nabors talks about the challenge of remaining current with new APIs and libraries, and how to prioritize which technologies you should invest your time in. Along with Tracy Lee, Rachel discusses their project of refactoring a demo using modern APIs and the benefits of challenging oneself with browser native APIs. The conversation also co…

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#27 - Simon and Jon go AI with GPT-4o 1:07:29

5d ago1:07:29

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In this episode, Jon and Simon play with the new Open AI model GPT-4o and hypothesise how this could be very useful in the future. Website: https://navbar.tech Pro Tailwind: https://www.protailwind.com/ Want more NavBar? 🍔🍫 🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/the_navbar 🎥 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmZK0v8TNlCbizOkbIxQwmw Enjoy these po…

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Modern Web Podcast S12E17- Don’t Make It Difficult to Engage with Your Brand: DevRel with Jonan Scheffler 21:01

5d ago21:01

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Jonan Scheffler talks about bridging gaps between a brand and a developer community while also discussing the challenges DevRel teams face when aligning their goals with organizational objectives. Sponsored by This Dot Labs Watch this episode on YouTube Read more on our blog

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Ruby on Rails + SQLite with Stephen Margheim 1:43:09

9d ago1:43:09

1:43:09

Want to learn more about SQLite? Check out the full course: https://highperformancesqlite.com/Get production ready SQLite with Turso: https://turso.tech/tryhard.In this interview, I talk to Stephen Margheim about his work with SQLite and Ruby on Rails.Links:Database school on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLI72dgeNJtzqElnNB6sQoAn2R…

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Good open source projects implementing frontend testing strategy 3:43

5d ago3:43

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What are good examples of open source projects implementing extensive automated testing strategy for frontend? Epic Stack Skill Recordings Products TestingJavaScript.com Testing Fundamentals Workshop Web Application Testing Workshop Good open source projects implementing frontend testing strategyBy Kent C. Dodds

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Modern Web Podcast S12E16- Tim Neutkens, Co-Author of Next.js on the State of Next 45:21

6d ago45:21

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Tim Neutkens, Co-author and Tech Lead for Next.js, discusses how open source maintainers are simplifying the web, and covers the challenges faced with the current Next.js setup. Tim talks about TurboPack, a solution that optimizes bundling, improves parallelism, caching, and module graph calculations. He also talks about TurboAC, which focuses on a…

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#26 - Supabase GA Week Recap 1:05:29

8d ago1:05:29

1:05:29

In this episode, Jon takes Simon through a highlight reel of all of the huge announcements from Supabase GA Week! Website: https://navbar.tech Pro Tailwind: https://www.protailwind.com/ Want more NavBar? 🍔🍫 🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/the_navbar 🎥 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmZK0v8TNlCbizOkbIxQwmw Enjoy these podcasts? Simon and…

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#24 - Happy Birthday Simon! 53:23

14d ago53:23

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It's Simon's birthday! Let's celebrate him by launching a bunch of virtual cloud servers that listen to this episode on repeat! 🎉 Website: https://navbar.tech Pro Tailwind: https://www.protailwind.com/ Want more NavBar? 🍔🍫 🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/the_navbar 🎥 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmZK0v8TNlCbizOkbIxQwmw Enjoy these pod…

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Modern Web Podcast S12E15- Agentic AI: What Does AI Agency Mean Our Future? Safety and Security with Tejas Kumar 15:45

20d ago15:45

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Tejas Kumar and Tracy Lee discuss AI models, tool calling, and Vercel's AI SDK for generating components. They explore AI agency, the importance of documentation, safety concerns, regulation, and the need for human oversight in AI development. Sponsored by This Dot Watch this episode here.

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Modern Web Podcast S12E14- What’s Great About TypeScript ESLint v8 + The “Trough of Disillusionment” in Adoption with Josh Goldberg 17:15

27d ago17:15

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Josh Goldberg, TypeScript ES-Lint Maintainer, discusses the newest features and benefits of TypeScript ESLint v8, AI in coding, and industry adoption cycles. He highlights the improved performance and type-aware linting feature of TypeScript ESLint v8. They talk about the importance of using proper tools for better coding outcomes, the "trough of d…

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Modern Web Podcast S12E13- These JavaScript Tools Make Collaboration and Deployment Easier with Jack Herrington 26:27

29d ago26:27

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Join Jack Herrington and Tracy Lee at CascadiaJS 2024 as they talk about content creation, experimenting with new tools, and continuous learning. They cover some of the latest in what’s going on in the Vercel, Next.js, and Deno Deploy ecosystems, and what these teams are doing to enable easy deployment and better community collaboration.Sponsored b…

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Modern Web Podcast S12E12- Observables: Coming to a Browser Near You with Dominic Farolino (Google Chrome) 17:02

1M ago17:02

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Dominic Farolino, Software Engineer on the Google Chrome team, shares his exciting work on adding observables to the browser as a web platform primitive to enhance web performance. He discusses the benefits of incorporating observables into browsers, simplifying developer workflows, and their efforts to make RxJS a widely used library. They also hi…

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Should I learn GraphQL or just stick with REST? 2:50

1M ago2:50

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When we have to learn GraphQL? Is it worth to learn it or REST APIs are enough? Should I learn GraphQL or just stick with REST?By Kent C. Dodds

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Modern Web Podcast S12E11- Integrating AI models into Dev Platforms (Low-Code, Accessibility, and APIs) with Amanda Martin from Wix 23:09

1M ago23:09

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In this interview at RenderATL 2024, Tracy Lee and Rob Ocel interview Amanda Martin, a developer advocate at Wix, about integrating AI models into web development platforms, incorporating AI into low-code environments, and the accessibility of AI technologies through APIs and pre-built models.Sponsored by This DotWatch this episode on YouTubeRead m…

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Modern Web Podcast S12E10- React Version Transitions, Library Updates, and Why Standards Bodies are so Complex with JLarky 45:45

2M ago45:45

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On this episode of Modern Web, hosts Tracy Lee, Ben Lesh, Adam Rackis, and guest JLarky share their takes on the JavaScript ecosystem, including thoughts on React version transitions and TypeScript compatibility. They also explore the challenges of library updates, as well as web standards and the complexities within standards bodies.Sponsored by T…

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Migrating from Postgres to SQLite with Kent C. Dodds 51:30

2M ago51:30

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Join the waitlist for my SQLite course launching in June: https://highperformancesqlite.com/Get production ready SQLite with Turso: https://turso.tech/tryhard.In this interview, I talk to Kent C. Dodds about SQLite, LiteFS and the React ecosystem.Carl: https://twitter.com/kentcdoddsEpicWeb: https://www.epicweb.dev/The Epic Stack: https://www.epicwe…

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React Components vs Progressive Enhancement 4:32

2M ago4:32

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Hi, Kent, my name is Alex. On one hand, you advocate for implementing Progressive Enhancement technique for applications. On the other hand, even in Epic Stack, the use of custom React components is justified, even for a simple checkbox, which essentially makes the application non-functional without JavaScript. So, I'm struggling to decide whether …

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Modern Web Podcast S12E09- How Svelte and RSCs are Changing Web Development with Rich Harris 45:45

2M ago45:45

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Rich Harris, Tracy Lee, Ben Lesh, and Adam Rackis discuss the state of Svelte, React Server Components (RSCs), and the future of web development. Discover React Server Components, web development's next evolution in co-locating resources for improved data management, and reusability. Uncover the benefits of component-based data fetching, like impro…

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Test Cleanup: in the test or in afterEach 7:40

2M ago7:40

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My coworker were in an argument about where test cleanup should go (afterEach, or in the test?), and I thought you might have some great insights! Avoid Nesting when you're Testing AHA Testing Test Cleanup: in the test or in afterEachBy Kent C. Dodds

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Production SQLite with Turso and libSQL 1:40:47

2M ago1:40:47

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Join the waitlist for my SQLite course launching in June: https://highperformancesqlite.com/ Get production ready SQLite with Turso: https://turso.tech/tryhard. In this interview I talk to Glauber Costa, CEO of Turso.By Try Hard Studios

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Offline-first, multiplayer SQLite 1:26:36

2M ago1:26:36

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Join the waitlist for my SQLite course launching in June: https://highperformancesqlite.com/Get production ready SQLite with Turso: https://turso.tech/tryhard.In this interview I talk to Carl Sverre about his new project: SQLSync. It's an offline-first, collaborative wrapper around SQLite. We cover event sourcing, conflict resolution, VFSes, and mo…

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Distributed SQLite with Litestream and LiteFS 57:42

2M ago57:42

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Join the waitlist for my SQLite course launching in June: https://highperformancesqlite.com/Get production ready SQLite with Turso: https://turso.tech/tryhardBen and Aaron discuss replication and backups in SQLite, Litestream and LiteFS, and future mad scientist projects Ben is working on. • Ben Johnson on Twitter: https://x.com/benbjohnson• Litest…

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DHH discusses SQLite (and Stoicism) 53:40

2M ago53:40

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Join the waitlist for my SQLite course launching in June: https://highperformancesqlite.com/ DHH and Aaron discuss modern SQLite, the one-person framework, conceptual compression, stoicism, and ONCE.com's newest product: Workbook. Get production ready SQLite with Turso: https://turso.tech/tryhardBy Try Hard Studios

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How many hours do you spend coding? 5:16

2M ago5:16

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simple question on time commitments to coding. How many hours do you spend coding?By Kent C. Dodds

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Modern Web Podcast S12E08- “Pretty Reasonable” Takes on RSC, Next.js, Type Enforcement, + More with Colby Fayock 37:12

3M ago37:12

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Colby Fayock joins hosts Ben Lesh, Adam Rackis, and Tracy Lee to talk about their latest takes on React Server Components, Next.js, and performance optimization. If you want to learn more about the React Server Components conversations on the web, the intricacies of caching in web development, the ins and outs of SDK development for Next.js, the po…

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Remix Vite: Debugging Production issues 4:14

2M ago4:14

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My Remix Vite App Has Slow Initial Requests that takes up to 10 minutes loading the page then it will serve pages faster after that event if change devices console.time and console.timeEnd patch-package Remix Vite In ProductionBy Kent C. Dodds

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Modern Web Podcast S12E07- Are you an AI Engineer? What is RAG? AI Implemented with Tracy Lee and Rob Ocel 36:50

3M ago36:50

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Tracy Lee and Rob Ocel discuss their excitement for AI's industry impact and the ease of implementing RAG with databases and large datasets. Tracy also mentions upcoming tech conferences like City JS, Cascadia JS, and Render, emphasizing the value of attending in-person events.Sponsored by This Dot Watch this episode on YouTube.Read more on our blo…

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Modern Web Podcast S12E06- What’s New with Astro in 2024 with Matthew Phillips, CTO of Astro 38:52

3M ago38:52

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On this episode of the Modern Web Podcast, Tracy Lee, Adam Rackis, Ben Lesh, and guest Matthew Phillips discuss what’s going on in the world of Astro. They explore the concept of 'Islands' and how Astro allows seamless integration of components from different frameworks like React or Vue. The conversation covers technical details like client direct…

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Modern Web Podcast S12E05- Local-First Application Development is Back? with Dev Agrawal 43:06

3M ago43:06

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Dev Agrawal talks about the newfound interest in building 'local first' applications, which is often seen as an outdated paradigm. With Rob Ocel, he discusses how these apps prioritize user devices as the primary data source, allowing for offline access and user control. The conversation highlights the benefits of local-first architecture in creati…

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Inspired by Your Work 6:23

3M ago6:23

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Hi Kent, My name is Mahdi Nazari, and I've admired your work for the past year. Your website has been a wellspring of inspiration, particularly your unique lifestyle and the impactful way you're shaping the world. To sum up, I really love it. As a graduate Geographic Information Systems (GIS) graduate student, I've had the pleasure of utilizing you…

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When to add a CSP (Content Security Policy) 5:21

3M ago5:21

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Should one consider CSP at the very early stage of starting a new website or under what conditions should one consider implementing CSP. CSP on MDN Content-Security-Policy-Report-Only When to add a CSP (Content Security Policy)By Kent C. Dodds

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Do generated types from OpenAPI spec change testing? 6:50

4M ago6:50

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Hey Kent! I've been thinking about something lately. I've worked at a number of different sass companies and something that is always an interesting problem is how we end-to-end test a software application that has a UI. I love the idea of testing for confidence and, to that end, I've been wondering how we might begin to shift our thinking about co…

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Prevent revalidation of remix loaders after mutation 4:05

4M ago4:05

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Hello Kent, here is a transcription of my message, if you did not catch something. Thanks! I have a component that im importing in a dashboard folder in an index.js file. I'm using fetcher.form to submit a form with the Post method. the request is succesful, but when I click on sumbit, this reloads all of the requests of my loaders from different c…

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Modern Web Podcast S12E04- 6 Steps to AI Adoption: Benefits of SLMs vs LLMs 47:32

4M ago47:32

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Rob Ocel and Jerome Hardaway continue their series on AI adoption. In this installment, they discuss the differences between small language models (SLMs) and large language models (LLMs), highlighting the unique strengths of each. They also explore the advancements in AI chips by tech giants like Apple and Google, and their potential impact on the …

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Modern Web Podcast S12E03- How to Go from Software Engineer to AI Engineer with Shawn Wang 47:32

4M ago47:32

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Tracy Lee and Rob Ocel host an exciting episode featuring guest Shawn Wang, who shares insights on the emergence of AI engineering as a distinct field. Shawn emphasizes the importance of core knowledge and skills in AI engineering, and outlines a systematic approach to education and development. He envisions a future where AI engineering becomes a …

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Modern Web Podcast S12E02- 6 Steps to AI Adoption: Building with AI APIs 35:27

4M ago35:27

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Tracy Lee, Jerome Hardaway, and Rob Ocel continue their six part series on the six steps for AI adoption. In this episode they discuss AI API integration and better building with AI models. They discuss the importance of choosing the right tools for specific tasks, such as APIs for filtering inappropriate content. Jerome emphasizes the role of AI i…

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Modern Web Podcast S12E01- The Future of JavaScript Package Handling and Open Source with Darcy Clarke 35:09

4M ago35:09

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Darcy Clarke shares vlt.sh, a new package manager which he has been building with npm Creator Isaac Schlueter and Node TSC member Ruy Adorno. Along with hosts Tracy Lee, Ben Lesh, and Adam Rackis, he shares insights on emerging developer tools, pair programming, and sustainability in open source.Sponsored by This Dot.Watch this episode on YouTube.R…

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Chats with Kent Season 5 Wrap-up 1:43

4M ago1:43

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In this final episode of season five, Kent C. Dodds recaps the enriching conversations with the speakers of Epic WebConf 2024, expressing gratitude and excitement for the upcoming event in April. He encourages listeners, whether planning to attend the conference or not, to revisit the season's episodes for timeless web development advice. While sea…

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Modern Web Podcast S11E32- Why Every Developer Should Try Elm + Are We Abandoning JavaScript? with Lindsay Wardell 44:03

4M ago44:03

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Lindsay Wardell, senior software engineer at NoRedInk, shares her opinions on Elm, and explains why every software engineer should give it a try. She and Rob Ocel also discuss trends in fullstack development away from JavaScript, and why developers should broaden their experience with multiple languages to stay adaptable.Sponsored by This DotWatch …

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Design the React component library 4:47

5M ago4:47

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How to develop component library which can easily adapt multiple design languages Mux Player: Customize the look and feel React Aria React Spectrum Design the React component libraryBy Kent C. Dodds

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Navigating Growth and Innovation in Tech with Dan Farrelly 12:26

4M ago12:26

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In this episode, Kent C. Dodds interviews Dan Farrelly, the CTO and co-founder of Jest, about his journey from front-end engineer to CTO, the challenges of scaling a tech company, and the importance of staying small to maintain agility and innovation. Farrelly shares insights into the evolving challenges of a tech team, from infrastructure to front…

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Open-Source Development and Standards with Zeno Rocha 10:51

5M ago10:51

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In this podcast, Zeno Rocha, open-source advocate and founder of Resend, joins host Kent to discuss the dynamic world of web development and the shift towards SDK-first strategies. They reflect on the evolution of developer tools and the significance of user experience in product development. Rocha and Kent stress the necessity of high standards to…

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Modern Web Podcast S11E31- 6 Steps to AI Adoption: Prompt Engineering for Workflow Optimization with Jerome Hardaway 45:54

5M ago45:54

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Tracy Lee, Rob Ocel, and Jerome Hardaway continue their six part series on adopting AI technology into your workflow. In this episode, they discuss the importance of prompt engineering in optimizing AI interactions, emphasizing the need for clear communication, task breakdown, and effective tooling. Jerome highlights the significance of understandi…

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Tailwind CSS in Modern Web Development with Simon Vrachliotis 12:26

5M ago12:26

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In the podcast, Simon, an advocate for Tailwind CSS, shares his insights on its impact on web development and design. Tailwind CSS serves as a facilitator between design and development teams, streamlining collaborations and enabling quick translation of design concepts into code. He highlights how it enhances learning, boosts efficiency, and, desp…

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Modern Web Podcast S11E30- NextJS 14 Server Actions and Why Building CRUD Apps is Good For You with Dave Gray 31:40

5M ago31:40

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Dave Gray covers some of the latest updates to NextJS, including Server Actions, changes to static content caching, and the transition from dynamic to static content generation. They talk about the changing landscape of front-end development and popular frameworks like Vue, Angular, and Astro. Dave shares valuable insights on mastering new technolo…

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Maximizing Networking Opportunities with Madison Kanna 12:18

5M ago12:18

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In this episode, host Kent and Madison Kanna, the upcoming MC for Epic WebConf, discuss the benefits of attending conferences like Epic WebConf beyond just the informational content. They delve into how conferences can be a goldmine for networking, transforming online contacts into real-world connections. Madison explains her path and how initiativ…

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