Best Rest Api Podcasts (2024)

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434: Git and GitHub Workflows 47:42

37m ago47:42

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It's Calls for Proposals (CFP) season, and in the process of helping our friends and colleagues flesh out their CFPs, we came up with a few questions to help them frame their proposals for success. After learning about the importance of finding your audience and angle of approach for your CFP, we dive into today's main topic – our Git and GitHub wo…

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Navigating SQL Data Changes: Tools and Techniques for Data Recovery - RUBY 645 1:02:33

6d ago1:02:33

1:02:33

In today's episode, Valentino is joined by Evgeny Li, a seasoned software developer and founder of Bemi, to delve into the complex world of data recovery and auditing within SQL databases. They explore advanced solutions like paper trail and refi for querying historical changes, point-in-time recovery features offered by cloud-managed databases, an…

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433: Riffing with Kasper Timm Hansen 37:20

26m ago37:20

37:20

Have you ever wondered how improvisation can revolutionize coding? In today’s episode, Stephanie sits down with Kasper Timm Hansen to discuss his innovative “riffing” approach to code development. Kasper is a long-time Ruby developer and former member of the Rails core team. He focuses on Ruby and domain modeling, developing various Ruby gems, and …

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Convince me this is a bad idea: how Mercoa built a platform for accounts Payable 38:13

2h ago38:13

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Show notes Sandeep Dinesh LinkedIn GitHub Twitter Mercoa GitHub - mercoa-finance LinkedIn (00:00) - Sandeep Dinesh from Mercoa (15:57) - Debate me! Creators & Guests Mike Bifulco - Host Sandeep Dinesh - GuestBy APIs You Won't Hate

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What is a Top 5% Developer? - RUBY 644 1:08:53

3d ago1:08:53

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The Rogues dive into who are top 5% developers, what they're doing and how to recognize them. They start out discussing how mid-level developers can move up and how developers can grow in more ways that technical skills. Links Devchat.tv | Dev Rev Picks Charles- The 360 Leader: Developing your Influence from Anywhere in the Organization by John C. …

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432: The Semantics and Meaning of Nil 38:13

14d ago38:13

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The term ‘nil’ refers to the absence of value, but we often imbue it with much more meaning than just that. Today, hosts Joël and Stephanie discuss the various ways we tend to project extra semantics onto nil and the implications of this before unpacking potential alternatives and trade-offs. Joël and Stephanie highlight some of the key ways progra…

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Leveraging Ruby for Effective Prompt Engineering and AI Solutions - RUBY 643 1:09:50

10d ago1:09:50

1:09:50

They dive deep into the world of advanced development techniques and tools. In today's episode, Valentino and Scott explore the challenges and breakthroughs in the realm of AI and code generation with a particular focus on Ruby. Valentino vents about the complexities of prompt engineering, while Scott shares insights on prompt design, function call…

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431: Developers Are Professional Question Askers 38:54

11d ago38:54

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Stephanie shares her newfound interest in naming conventions, highlighting a resource called "Classnames" that provides valuable names for programming and design. Joël, in turn, talks about using AI to generate names for D&D characters, emphasizing how AI can help provide inspiration and reasoning behind name suggestions. Then, they shift to Joël's…

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Integrating AI in Application Development with Obie Fernandez - RUBY 642 1:28:08

17d ago1:28:08

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Obie Fernandez is the Chief Scientist at Olympia. They dive deep into the fascinating world of AI and its transformative impact on music production and application development. Our special guest, Obi Fernandez, joins Valentino Stoll to share his incredible journey of living in Mexico City since 2017 while working on innovative startups like an NFT …

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430: Test Suite Pain & Anti-Patterns 40:57

18d ago40:57

40:57

Stephanie and Joël discuss the recent announcement of the call for proposals for RubyConf in November. Joël is working on his proposals and encouraging his colleagues at thoughtbot to participate, while Stephanie is excited about the conference being held in her hometown of Chicago! The conversation shifts to Stephanie's recent work, including comp…

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Leveraging OpenAPI: Creating Effective RESTful API Specifications and Documentation - RUBY 641 1:04:04

28d ago1:04:04

1:04:04

In today's episode, they dive deep into the world of API documentation and best practices with Svyatoslav Kryukov. He is a Backend engineer. He discusses the critical importance of creating detailed specifications for RESTful APIs and recommends an insightful book for those eager to learn more. They explore the intricacies of generating documentati…

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429: Transforming Experience Into Growth 43:38

25d ago43:38

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Stephanie has a newfound interest in urban foraging for serviceberries in Chicago. Joël discusses how he uses AI tools like ChatGPT to generate creative Dungeons & Dragons character concepts and backstories, which sparks a broader conversation with Stephanie about AI's role in enhancing the creative process. Together, the hosts delve into professio…

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Designing the API for building Voice Assistants, with Nikhil Gupta from Vapi 40:19

26d ago40:19

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(00:00) - Introduction and Guest Introduction (00:52) - The Future of Voice AI (01:56) - Wapi's Elevator Pitch (03:27) - Challenges and Opportunities in Voice AI (05:11) - Building Voice AI Solutions (11:00) - The Genesis of Wapi (16:39) - API Design and Developer Experience (21:23) - Docker vs Kubernetes: A Developer's Perspective (22:28) - Hello …

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Mastering API Testing: Using Shoulda Matchers and Super Diff in Ruby - RUBY 640 31:31

1M ago31:31

31:31

Elliot Winkler is a Staff Software Engineer, Shared Libraries at MetaMask. This episode blends a diverse range of topics, from casual gaming to innovative testing approaches. They explore Elliot's transition to JavaScript and TypeScript at MetaMask while maintaining his Ruby roots through open-source projects like Shoulda Matchers. They also talk a…

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428: Ruminating on Ruby Enumerators 35:44

1M ago35:44

35:44

Joël explains his note-taking system, which he uses to capture his beliefs and thoughts about software development. Stephanie recalls feedback from her recent RailsConf talk, where her confidence stemmed from deeply believing in her material despite limited rehearsal. This leads to a conversation about the value of mental models in building a compr…

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Ruby Evolution with Bridgestone - RUBY 639 1:06:31

1M ago1:06:31

1:06:31

In this episode, they delve into the world of Bridgetown - a progressive site generator and full-stack framework powered by Ruby. Ayush shares his journey of discovering and contributing to Bridgetown, leading to career opportunities in freelancing. The team discusses the platform's capabilities, deployment aspects, and advanced customization using…

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Ruby Reactivity: Navigating Front-end Solutions and Innovations - RUBY 638 1:18:09

2M ago1:18:09

1:18:09

In this episode, they dive into a wide range of topics related to application development and the choices developers face when it comes to using third-party libraries, building from scratch, and evaluating the trade-offs involved. They share their insights on showcasing skills through public projects, the development of their Rails and Hotwire book…

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427: RailsConf Recap and Conversing About Coupling 37:03

2M ago37:03

37:03

Joël and Stephanie talk RailsConf!. Joël shares how he performed as a D&D character, Glittersense the gnome, to make his Turbo features talk entertaining and interactive. Stephanie's talk focused on addressing test pain by connecting it to code coupling, offering practical insights and solutions. They agree on the importance of continuous improveme…

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Ruby Revelations: Boosting Speed and Efficiency - RUBY 637 1:04:21

2M ago1:04:21

1:04:21

In this episode, the focus is on the cutting-edge developments in Ruby technology. They delve into the intricacies of high-performance web servers, such as Agoo, and explore the advantages of using multiple workers to optimize Ruby applications while sharing insights on overcoming challenges like GBL lock issues. From discussions on GraphQL impleme…

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Unkey's Globally Distributed API key generation - with cofounder James Perkins 43:44

2M ago43:44

43:44

Unkey: https://unkey.com OSS on GitHub: https://github.com/unkeyed/unkey James Perkins GitHub Twitter (@james_r_perkins) Creators & Guests James Perkins - Guest Mike Bifulco - HostBy APIs You Won't Hate

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426: Bringing "Our Selves" to Work 33:04

2M ago33:04

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Joël shares his preparations for his RailsConf talk, which is D&D-themed and centered around a gnome character named Glittersense. Stephanie expresses her delight in creating pod-related puns within thoughtbot's internal team structure, like "cross-podination" for inter-pod meetings and the adorable observation that her pod resembles "three peas in…

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Ruby in the Browser: Exploring Web Performance, Reactivity, and Front-End Complexity - RUBY 636 1:09:46

2M ago1:09:46

1:09:46

Cameron Dutro is the Staff Software Engineer at GitHub. They dive deep into the world of web development and explore the latest trends, challenges, and innovations. In this episode, they have an enlightening discussion on the state of front-end development with a focus on Ruby and Rails. They delve into the use of web components, the limitations of…

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425: Modeling Associations in Rails 29:39

2M ago29:39

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Stephanie shares an intriguing discovery about the origins of design patterns in software, tracing them back to architect Christopher Alexander's ideas in architecture. Joël is an official member of the Boston bike share system, and he loves it. He even got a notification on the app this week: "Congratulations. You have now visited 10% of all docki…

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The Life and Death of a Rails App with Olivier Lacan - RUBY 635 1:07:11

2M ago1:07:11

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Olivier Lacan joins the panel again. He currently works for Pluralsight. Today they are talking about the spectrum of creating a Rails app, or any app, from the birth of the idea to the death of the project. They stress the importance of planning for updates. Olivier talks about his experience in maintaining Code School, which has now been incorpor…

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424: The Spectrum of Automated Processes for Your Dev Team 36:47

3M ago36:47

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Joël shares his experience with the dry-rb suite of gems, focusing on how he's been using contracts to validate input data. Stephanie relates to Joël's insights with her preparation for RailsConf, discussing her methods for presenting code in slides and weighing the aesthetics and functionality of different tools like VS Code and Carbon.sh. She als…

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Avo: Building Custom Interfaces, Managing Users, and Creating Authorization Systems - RUBY 634 1:02:27

3M ago1:02:27

1:02:27

Adrian Marin is the Co-Founder and CTO at SuperStuff.a. He is also the Author of Avo Admin for Ruby on Rails. They delve into the world of Ruby on Rails and explore the latest developments in the tech industry. Adrian shares his journey of building Avo, his approach to differentiation, and the emphasis on customization and user support. They also d…

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Scaling and Shopify with Kir Shatrov - RUBY 633 51:38

3M ago51:38

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Today’s guest Kir Shatrov is a production engineer on Shopify based in London, UK. Today, he and the panel are discussing capacity planning. Kir believes that capacity planning becomes a priority when your company starts losing money and your customers are suffering. When someone does get to the point of scaling their app, it’s important to look at…

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423: Cognitive Strategies for Coders 39:52

3M ago39:52

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Stephanie is back with a book recommendation: "Thinking in Systems" by Donella Meadows. This book has helped to bolster her understanding of complex systems in environmental, organizational, and software contexts, particularly through user interactions and system changes. Joël describes his transformative experience watching last week's total solar…

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The Power of Turbo Native with Ayush Newatia - RUBY 632 1:02:57

3M ago1:02:57

1:02:57

Ayush Newatia is a Freelance Web Developer. They delve into the world of modern app development, Chuck and Ayush take us on a journey through the intricacies of utilizing Turbo Native and Hotwire in Rails applications. They share their insights on using native elements as the backbone of apps while incorporating web content, simplifying app develop…

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422: Listener Topics Grab Bag 35:23

3M ago35:23

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Joël conducted a thoughtbot mini-workshop on query plans, which Stephanie found highly effective due to its interactive format. They then discuss the broader value of interactive workshops over traditional talks for deeper learning. Addressing listener questions, Stephanie and Joël explore the strategic use of if and else in programming for clearer…

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APIs for websites that don't have APIs, with Suchintan Singh from Skyvern 38:42

3M ago38:42

38:42

Skyvern https://www.skyvern.com/ Skyvern is Open Source! https://github.com/Skyvern-AI/skyvern Launch on Y Combinator's site: https://www.ycombinator.com/companies/skyvern Suchintan Singh (YC S23) on LinkedIn Creators & Guests Mike Bifulco - Host Suchintan Singh - GuestBy APIs You Won't Hate

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Navigating the Changing Tech Landscape with Fabio Akita - RUBY 631 1:02:04

3M ago1:02:04

1:02:04

Dive into an insightful conversation with Fabio Akita, a prominent figure in the tech industry with a successful YouTube channel dedicated to programming techniques and a thriving software development company in Brazil. Join us as we explore Fabio's journey in content creation, his experiences in the tech industry, and his valuable insights on navi…

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421: The Idealistic vs. Pragmatic Programmer 41:01

3M ago41:01

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Stephanie revisits the concept of "spiking"—a phase of exploration to determine the feasibility of a technical implementation or to address unknowns in feature requests—sharing her recent experiences with a legacy Rails application. Joël brings a different perspective by discussing his involvement with a client project that heavily utilizes the dry…

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Building a unified API on the shoulders of OSS with Robin Guldener from Nango 32:33

3M ago32:33

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Robin Guldener from Nango talks to mike about building an open, unified API, the value of building on top of Open Source products, and building a growing product team on this episode of the podcast. Nango.dev - Open, Unified API Nango on GitHub Robin Guldener on LinkedIn Creators & Guests Mike Bifulco - Host Robin Guldener - Guest…

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Leveraging SQLite in Web Development - RUBY 630 1:15:04

4M ago1:15:04

1:15:04

Stephen Margheim is the Head of Engineering at Test IO. They explore the world of web development with a focus on the use of SQLite, a powerful and often underestimated database tool. They dive deep into the capabilities and potential of SQLite for web applications. The episode covers a range of topics, from the evolving feasibility and challenges …

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