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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

In this episode, Tyler Benfield, a staff software engineer at Prisma, joins Kent to explore the world of databases and their critical role in full-stack development. Tyler shares insights from his journey from front-end development to mastering database performance and optimization, while also touching on the trend of front-end developers upskillin…

In the podcast episode featuring Sunil Pai, a former member of the React.js core team and developer at Cloudflare, the focus is on PartyKit, his new project set to transform real-time application development. PartyKit introduces features like real-time updates and server-rendering, aimed at facilitating the creation of dynamic, chat-GPT-like AI exp…

In a conversation with Kent, Una, an expert in UI and a presenter at the upcoming EpicWebConf, delves into the dynamic world of modern web development. She underscores the importance of keeping up with the advances in UI capabilities and CSS, the shift towards more declarative techniques, and the necessity of adapting to new web standards. Una cham…

Lots has happened this week! New alpha preview of Tailwind V4, more very unexpected layoffs of great people, Jason Lengstorf kicked off the "Do It Anyways" movements, and Astro launched a database! Website: https://navbar.tech Pro Tailwind: https://www.protailwind.com/ Build a Twitter Clone with the Next.js App Router and Supabase (free egghead cou…

Simon and Jon have been busy! Check out this episode to learn about their adventures with long hair, using Kent C Dodds' gamified LMS to run a Pixel Perfect workshop and how you can suggest topics on the new Navbar website Website: https://navbar.tech Pro Tailwind: https://www.protailwind.com/ Build a Twitter Clone with the Next.js App Router and S…

In the latest podcast, Glauber Costa, CEO of Turso and an ex-Red Hat contributor, speaks with Kent about the often overlooked yet robust SQLite database technology. Sharing their personal experiences with SQLite, they discuss its functionality, suitability in production, and the importance of version control in document evolution. Costa encourages …

It took 14 months but Jon and Simon are talking again! Check out this episode to hear all about the future of the Navbar podcast. Pro Tailwind: https://www.protailwind.com/ Build a Twitter Clone with the Next.js App Router and Supabase (free egghead course): https://egghead.io/courses/build-a-twitter-clone-with-the-next-js-app-router-and-supabase-1…

Creating content is awesome but keeping up with that consistent schedule and watching metrics that very clearly tell you whether you are doing well or not is not always the healthiest for the brain. In this episode, Simon and Jon discuss their own personal burnout stories and try to set themselves more realistic goals for the future. Pro Tailwind: …

Remix is a tool to build websites, fast! In this episode Jon and Simon discuss what Remix is and why it is so awesome! 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 Jon create lots of cont…

In the podcast hosted by Kent C. Dodds, Michael Chan, celebrated as Chantastic, shares his insights on the evolution of web development and the critical role of design systems. He discusses how design systems should evolve with product development, the importance of documentation, and the dynamic nature of design systems contrary to the belief that…

Screencasting setups can make things incredibly complex and fragile. In this episode, Simon takes us through some of his recent hiccups that caused him to lose huge recording sessions. Pro Tailwind: https://www.protailwind.com/ Build a Twitter Clone with the Next.js App Router and Supabase (free egghead course): https://egghead.io/courses/build-a-t…

In a conversation with Kent, Ryan Florence, co-creator of Remix and React Router, discusses how web development and user experience intersect, and the impact of personal interaction at events like the upcoming Epic WebConf. He updates listeners on the Remix singles project, which integrates extensive open-source work with his business ventures, and…

Next.js is a tool to build websites, fast! In this episode Jon takes Simon through why Next.js is so awesome and powerful! Next.js: https://nextjs.org Pro Tailwind: https://www.protailwind.com/ Build a Twitter Clone with the Next.js App Router and Supabase (free egghead course): https://egghead.io/courses/build-a-twitter-clone-with-the-next-js-app-…

In a thought-provoking dialogue, Front-end Engineer Sandrina Pereira explores the importance of web accessibility and how remote work is shaping the future of the tech industry. She discusses her role in crafting server-side validations for forms and her company's initiative to formalize a web accessibility statement, underscoring Remote.com's comm…

In this episode, Kent and Mark Techson, from Google's Angular team, traverse the expansive terrain of web development, drawing parallels between coding and music. Mark, blending his industry wisdom with musical passion, provides an intriguing perspective on the structural similarities between the two. He also explores the vital role of an MC in enr…

Developer and freelancer Jacob Paris delves into his personal evolution from game to web development, noting the core similarities like database interactions that tie different development fields together. He spotlights the efficacy of Remix in streamlining web development, particularly in UI and database interactivity, which he will explore furthe…

In this enlightening conversation, Kent C. Dodds shares his transition from a full-stack web developer to a renowned educator and community influencer within the web development sphere. He recounts his initial steps into public speaking, his experiences with rejection and eventual success in the conference circuit, and the pivotal role these platfo…

In the podcast, Michelle Bakels, a seasoned software developer and the Program Director for Developer Health at G2i, joins Kent to explore the necessity of balancing a tech career with personal life to ensure overall well-being. Drawing on her experience with health challenges stemming from work stress, Michelle underscores the importance of the De…

In a thought-provoking podcast with Kent, Barry McGee from Shopify shares insights on the integration of AI in web development and the evolving landscape of remote work. Having transitioned to remote working in 2016, Barry brings a wealth of experience from significant tech companies and discusses the future of web performance, AI's role in enhanci…

In this illuminating episode, Scott Hanselman, with over 30 years in the tech industry, including a significant tenure at Microsoft, delves into the impact of AI on web development. He reflects on his technological journey from the early days of the internet and explores AI's potential in automating routine development tasks. Scott advises on the e…

In the podcast, Saron Yitbarek, the founder of Code Newbie, shares insights into empowering developers through enhanced learning resources, financial opportunities, and community building. With Code Newbie evolving into a comprehensive media company and her successful venture into designing The Story Graph, Saron highlights the importance of newsle…

Lina Mahrouch, a software engineer, recounts her transition from professional gaming to web development and her subsequent mastery of Remix for full-stack applications. The podcast highlights Remix's strengths in data handling, caching, and SEO, while also pointing out common pitfalls in its use. Kent and Lina stress the importance of networking in…

Kent C. Dodds welcomes Ben Ilegbodu to discuss his work with front-end platforms and the coined term "DivOps," focusing on non-UI aspects like configurations and optimizations that enhance app performance and developer workflows. Ben shares insights into why JavaScript's ecosystem fosters a unique need for DivOps, emphasizing its role as a legitima…

Mandy Hartman, a front-end developer at Jenzabar, shares her insights on the importance of continuous learning in web development, drawing on her own transition from academia to tech. She discusses her hands-on learning experiences, including participation in the "#100DaysOfCode" challenge and creating personal projects for skill demonstration in j…

In the podcast, Artem Zakharchenko, a software engineer specializing in APIs, delves into his journey shifting from his job to focus on open-source contributions, notably the Mock Service Worker library. He emphasizes the importance of efficient testing in software development and his commitment to enhancing his knowledge and the tools he develops,…

Web developer Alex Anderson speaks with Kent about his side project, Thorium, an open-source spaceship bridge simulator game designed for science education, which also encapsulates the principles of Local First architecture. Anderson elaborates on the advantages of Local First design in ensuring direct data access and enhancing web syncing, all whi…

In this insightful conversation with Kent, Chrome team's CSS and UI expert Adam Argyle delves into the transformative power of CSS custom properties in web development. Likening them to a basil leaf that elevates a meal, Adam teases his upcoming talk at Epic WebConf, promising to elaborate further on the subject. He spotlights current innovations i…

Kent C. Dodds introduces Season 5 of "Chats with Kent," highlighting its unique focus on the speakers of the upcoming Epic WebConf 2024 on April 11th. This season aims to familiarize listeners with the conference speakers through 10-15 minute intros, offering insights into their backgrounds and what they'll be discussing. Kent encourages both atten…

Astro is a tool to build websites, fast! In part two of this episode Simon takes Jon through what Astro is and why it is so awesome! Astro: https://astro.build/ Pro Tailwind: https://www.protailwind.com/ Caching Supabase data at the Edge with Cloudflare Workers and KV Storage (free egghead course): https://egghead.io/courses/cache-supabase-data-at-…

In this special episode, Luke Bennett (https://twitter.com/luke_bennett_) joins us to recap all the exciting new things announced at Next Conf 2022, and the release of Next.js 13. Next.js 13: https://nextjs.org/blog/next-13 Pro Tailwind: https://www.protailwind.com/ Caching Supabase data at the Edge with Cloudflare Workers and KV Storage (free eggh…

Astro is a tool to build websites, fast! In this episode Simon takes Jon through what Astro is and why it is so awesome! Part two coming next week! Astro: https://astro.build/ Pro Tailwind: https://www.protailwind.com/ Caching Supabase data at the Edge with Cloudflare Workers and KV Storage (free egghead course): https://egghead.io/courses/cache-su…

Supabase is a suite of open source tools that wrap around a PostgreSQL database, giving you the primitives you need to basically build any application. No wonder their tagline is "Build in a weekend, scale to millions". In this episode, Jon takes Simon through what is so awesome about Supabase, and why he should use it! We touch on database hosting…

Getting the right things done is impossible without a system! In this episode, Simon and Jon talk through how they manage their todo lists and get so much done. They break down the process into capture, planning and completion, and share some general productivity tips along the way. Pro Tailwind: https://www.protailwind.com/ Caching Supabase data a…

In this special episode, Simon and Jon reflect on their first 10 episodes of The NavBar podcast, and pick out their favourite bits of each episode. Pro Tailwind: https://www.protailwind.com/ Caching Supabase data at the Edge with Cloudflare Workers and KV Storage (free egghead course): https://egghead.io/courses/cache-supabase-data-at-the-edge-with…

Are you curious what this Developer Advocate thing is all about? Want to know the difference between Developer Advocates and Developer Relations? This is the episode for you! Simon and Jon break down the pros and cons of working as a developer advocate, tips for getting a job in Dev Rel and the most important things they have learnt about doing it …

In part one of this episode, we learnt all about Tailwind CSS, the benefits of a utility-first framework and some of the key features that you get out of the box. This week, we learn about Simon's journey with Tailwind Labs and why he no longer works there. Pro Tailwind: https://www.protailwind.com/ Caching Supabase data at the Edge with Cloudflare…

In this episode, we learn all about Tailwind CSS, the benefits of a utility-first framework and some of the key features that you get out of the box. This is a two-part episode. Tune in next week to learn about Simon's journey with Tailwind Labs and why he no longer works there. Pro Tailwind: https://www.protailwind.com/ Caching Supabase data at th…

In this episode, we go through Simon's origin story and talk about how he got started with programming. We hear about growing up in Switzerland, summers in Greece and why he moved to Australia, as well as the different stepping stones of his career towards becoming a Developer Advocate. Caching Supabase data at the Edge with Cloudflare Workers and …

In this episode, we go through Jon's origin story and hear about how he got started with programming. We hear about how badly he did in high school and how that drove him away from tertiary education. We hear about his time in the theatre industry, Apple hardware repairs, tech support, teaching at a University, developing curriculum for a web devel…

In this episode, Jon and Simon go through a little history lesson of the web, and explain how the classic client server architecture has evolved into this thing we call "The Edge". Additionally, they talk about different caching options and how to bust that cache when the value is no longer accurate. If you want to learn more about caching Supabase…

This episode is part 2 of Jon and Simon going through the gear they use for content creation. Turns out they have really ridiculous setups and love talking about them! Enjoy these podcasts? Simon and Jon create lots of content 👇 Simon 🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/simonswiss 🎥 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/Simonswissdev 🥚 egghead - https://…

In this episode, Jon and Simon go through the gear they use for content creation. Turns out they have ridiculous setups and really enjoy talking about them so this ended up being a two-parter! Enjoy these podcasts? Simon and Jon create lots of content 👇 Simon 🐦 Twitter - https://twitter.com/simonswiss 🎥 YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/Simonswis…

In this episode, Jon and Simon break down the gear you actually need to get started with content creation. Spoilers! It is not very much or overly expensive! 🙌 They discuss an incremental upgrade path, so you don't need to buy everything at the same time, and look at which bits of gear make the biggest difference. Enjoy these podcasts? Simon and Jo…

Welcome to the very first episode of The NavBar. In this podcast, Jon and Simon break down how to face your fears of the big red button, and get a good quality video recorded! 🎥

Welcome to the NavBar, a podcast all about web development and content creation. In this teaser we meet the hosts, Jon Meyers and Simon Vrachliotis, both of whom are professional content creators.