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Full Stack Developers Wes Bos and Scott Tolinski dive deep into web development topics, explaining how they work and talking about their own experiences. They cover from JavaScript frameworks like React, to the latest advancements in CSS to simplifying web tooling.

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Recent Guests

Matt Brown
YouTuber and security consultant specializing in penetration testing of IoT hardware.
Brown Find Security
Episode: 963: Hardware Hacking with Matt Brown
Iwo Plaza
Creator of TypeGPU
TypeGPU
Episode: 959: TypeScript on the GPU with TypeGPU creator Iwo Plaza
Jared Palmer
Creator of V0 and new employee at Microsoft
Microsoft
Episode: 953: Why v0 creator left Vercel to fix GitHub (GOAT Jared Palmer)
Ricky Hanlon
Core developer at React
Meta
Episode: 943: Modern React with Ricky Hanlon (React Core Dev)
Courtney Tolinski
Licensed clinical and educational psychologist, specializing in child psychology.
Episode: 942: Mental Health Q&A w/ Dr. Courtney Tolinski
Dr. Sarah Bird
Chief Product Officer of Responsible AI at Microsoft
Microsoft
Episode: 941: Is Responsible AI Possible? with Dr. Sarah Bird of Microsoft
Loïc Houssier
Head of Engineering at Superhuman
Superhuman
Episode: 918: Extreme Native Perf on the Web with Superhuman
Jeppe Reinhold
Software engineer at the Storybook team in Chromatic
Chromatic
Episode: 908: Storybook Has Evolved w/ Jeppe Reinhold
Dan Levine
Venture Capitalist at Excel
Excel
Episode: 906: Tech Startups and Raising Money with Dan Levine (Vercel, Sentry, Mux…)

Hosts

Wes Bos
Co-host of the show, passionate about web development and sharing knowledge on programming.
Scott Tolinski
Co-host and web developer, focused on providing insights on trends and techniques in web development.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 3.3k ratings
  • I like the guys but the interviews and shows are low information

    They’re funny and I like the (usually) to hear the back and forth between the two hosts. But, and I hate to say it, the shows are shallow on info and the interviews, if I’m being brutally honest, are really really dumb question wise (and they get some great people on).

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    Eorghhrw
    Australia3 months ago
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    Podcast Addict
    5
    2330016
    6 months ago
  • Scott and Wes give a great and informative show. I like the light humor and side tangents that keep things interesting.

    Audible
    5
    Jikodis
    United States8 months ago
  • Entertaining way to stay up to date

    Scott and Wes give a great and informative show. I like the light humor and side tangents that keep things interesting.

    Audible
    5
    Jikodis
    United States8 months ago
  • Software is eating the World & the Web is eating Software.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    OSCAR ORO
    10 months ago

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964: Markdown as a CMS is a bad idea
Q: What are the best practices to back up large files?
Utilize automated backup solutions like Backblaze and Time Machine to safeguard your data effectively.
964: Markdown as a CMS is a bad idea
Q: Is Next.js overkill for a band website with simple needs?
No, if you need server rendering, it's a great choice, but ensure the process for updating content is easy.
964: Markdown as a CMS is a bad idea
Q: What should I do if I'm getting 10 to 50 commits every five minutes with Cloud Code?
It's crucial to manually handle commits to ensure clarity and maintainability, as automated AI commits can become overwhelming.
964: Markdown as a CMS is a bad idea
Q: What are your guys' thoughts on keyboard shortcuts?
Keyboard shortcuts can significantly enhance productivity by allowing quicker navigation and actions without using the mouse.
957: CSS: Advanced and Obscure
Q: What is crossfade and why would you use it over opacity?
Crossfade specifies two background images to blend between, while opacity simply fades one out.

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Content focusing on various aspects of web development, this show features extensive discussions around programming languages, frameworks, and tools essential for developers. Hosts Wes Bos and Scott Tolinski engage deeply with topics such as JavaScript frameworks, modern CSS features, and the evolving landscape of web technology. They also share personal anecdotes from their experiences in the field, which adds a relatable and approachable feel to the discussions. Another notable characteristic is the inclusion of industry trends and practical advice beneficial for both aspiring and seasoned developers, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the tech space.

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2. Iwo Plaza
3. Jared Palmer
4. Ricky Hanlon
5. Courtney Tolinski
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