Web development is constantly evolving, and so are the tools we use to build. In this episode, Amy and Brad chat with the organizers of Squiggle Conf about the future of web dev tooling, how conferences shape the developer experience, and why community matters just as much as code.

0:00 - Intro

0:34 - Meet the Guests: Squiggle Conf Organizers

• Squiggle Conf

1:19 - What Makes Squiggle Conf Unique

3:19 - Tooling and Developer Experience

3:30 - Penguins, IMAX, and the Conference Venue

4:18 - Who Should Attend Squiggle Conf

5:31 - How Talks Are Selected and Curated

6:51 - Social and Community Aspects of the Conference

12:19 - Behind the Scenes of Organizing a Conference

17:46 - Lessons Learned from Running Events

23:30 - The Role of Tooling in Modern Development

27:21 - Browser-Based Tools and Their Impact

28:51 - Shoutout to Astro and Other Frameworks

• Astro
• Starlight - Astro's template for documentation

33:51 - Comparing Different Conference Experiences

38:55 - Building Momentum in the Developer Community

40:45 - Looking Ahead: The Future of Squiggle Conf

42:02 - Final Thoughts from the Organizers

43:43 - Picks and Plugs

• Are the Types Wrong? — a package & CLI tool by Andrew Branch from the TypeScript team
• The Harry Potter movie series
• Cloudflare
• One Switch - Mac Menu Bar App
• RedwoodSDK

In this hosts-only episode, Amy and Brad get real about the developer experience - from the stress of job interviews to the complexities of choosing the right framework. They discuss why companies are comparing candidates more than ever, share strategies for answering behavioral interview questions, and debate the merits of Remix versus Next.js (spoiler: Brad's all-in on Remix). The conversation shifts to feature flags and progressive rollouts, with insights from Brad's work at Stripe.

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00:00 - Intro

00:41 - Sponsor: WorkOS

01:47 - Brad's Keyboard and Mouse Shopping Spree

04:30 - Keyboard Layout Discussion

07:23 - Apple Ecosystem: Reminders and Notes

09:23 - Family Sharing and Raycast Integration

09:43 - Notion vs Apple Notes for Project Management

11:31 - File Storage and Backup Strategies

14:00 - Machine Backup Philosophy

16:46 - Job Interview Preparation Tips

19:40 - Answering the "Weakness" Question

21:53 - Addressing Weaknesses: Delegation Examples

24:29 - Conflict Resolution Interview Questions

25:46 - Company Research Before Interviews

27:00 - Tech Stack Considerations: Remix vs Next.js

28:30 - Framework Migration Decisions

29:30 - Astro for Content Sites

31:02 - Backend Languages: Go vs TypeScript

32:30 - React Server Components Future

34:23 - Feature Flags and Boolean as a Service

35:30 - Feature Flag Segmentation and A/B Testing

36:54 - PostHog and Analytics Tools

38:30 - Progressive Rollouts and Error Monitoring

40:20 - Amy's Picks and Plugs

43:35 - Brad's Picks and Plugs

In this episode, Amy and Brad dive into the ongoing debate between Laravel and full stack JavaScript frameworks. They explore both ecosystems from their unique perspectives. Amy shares her real-world experience building a project in Laravel after working extensively with JavaScript frameworks, highlighting where each approach shines and struggles. From Laravel's backend prowess to the cognitive load of context switching between languages, this episode offers practical insights for developers weighing these technology choices.

00:00 - Intro

01:00 - Sponsorship: Sanity

01:59 - Origins of the Laravel vs JavaScript Discussion

03:59 - Amy's Experience Building a Project in Laravel

06:59 - PHP Development and Linting Experience

11:59 - Understanding MVC Architecture

15:00 - Challenges with JavaScript Backend Services

18:00 - Backend Strengths of Laravel

20:00 - Frontend Challenges in Laravel

23:00 - Comparing Laravel and JavaScript Ecosystem Solutions

26:59 - JavaScript Full Stack Frameworks Discussion

30:00 - Architectural Differences Between Frameworks

33:00 - Framework Choice Considerations

38:59 - Picks and Plugs: Newsletter and Cameras

42:00 - Picks and Plugs: Games and YouTube

• Sanity.io (sponsor)
• Laravel
• Sam's podcast: Frontend First
• RedwoodJS
• Remix
• Next.js
• Astro
• Supabase
• Inngest
• Resend (email service)
• Postmark (email service)
• OpenAI
• Prisma
• PHP Storm
• Laravel Blade (templating language)
• Laravel Livewire
• Alpine.js
• Laravel Breeze
• Laravel Eloquent ORM
• Adonis/AdonisJS
• Episode 54: Why RedwoodJS is the App Framework for Startups, with David Price
• Vite
• Storybook
• Amy's newsletter: Broken Comb
• Insta360 X2 camera
• Insta360 Go 3 camera
• Stardew Valley (game)
• Brad's YouTube channel
• Cloudinary channel and Dev Hints series

Join Amy, Brad, and special guest Ryan Chenkie as they unpack Prisma's expanding ecosystem of database tools. Ryan explains why Prisma launched their own hosted Postgres service and what sets it apart from competitors in the space. The trio examines Prisma's comprehensive feature set including Accelerate for connection pooling, Pulse for real-time events, and optimization tools that help identify performance bottlenecks. They also discuss the upcoming transition from Rust to TypeScript for Prisma's core engine, making it lighter and faster. If you've been curious about modern approaches to database management or wondering which ORM is right for your next project, this conversation provides practical insights and expert perspectives.

0:00 - Intro

1:12 - Working with Prisma and Supabase

2:29 - Prisma Postgres Introduction

4:17 - Why Choose Postgres

6:36 - Prisma's Database Adapter Flexibility

8:14 - Serverless Database Architecture

11:13 - Connection Pooling with Accelerate

14:13 - Pulse for Real-time Database Events

16:54 - Studio Integration in Prisma Console

18:01 - Database Optimization Tools

20:00 - Benefits of Prisma Schema Language

22:10 - Prisma Schema vs SQL Definitions

23:01 - Comparing Prisma and Drizzle

26:24 - Future Improvements to Prisma

28:52 - Ryan's History with Prisma

32:05 - Learning Resources for Prisma

33:37 - Picks and Plugs

• Prisma Website
• Prisma Twitter/X
• Prisma YouTube Channel
• Prisma Postgres Documentation
• Prisma Console
• Prisma VS Code Extension
• Prisma Accelerate
• Prisma Pulse
• Prisma Optimize
• Prisma Studio

• Ryan's Website: https://holodeck.run
• Ryan's YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@holodeck_run
• Ryan on Twitter/X

• Remix
• Redwood JS
• Supabase
• PlanetScale
• Drizzle ORM
• Postgres
• MySQL
• MongoDB

• YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/@bradgarropy
• Remix Starter: https://github.com/bradgarropy/remix-app

• Build12 Projects: https://buildtwelve.com

• Skylight Frame
• Aura Frame
• Netflix Show: "Making Fun"
• Netflix Show: "Is It Cake"

Join us as we talk with Nir Sadeh, Head of Product at Wix Studio, about the platform designed specifically for web professionals. Nir breaks down how Wix Studio differs from the traditional Wix editor by offering advanced capabilities for agencies and freelancers. Learn about their newest feature—AI-powered visual sitemaps and wireframes—that helps designers quickly create site structures and get client approval. We also explore how Wix balances no-code solutions with developer flexibility, their approach to responsive design using AI, and opportunities in the Wix app marketplace. Nir shares valuable insights about product development, user research methods, and his perspective on the impact of AI on the future of web design.

00:00 - Intro

01:00 - Journey to becoming Head of Product

01:48 - Transition from individual contributor to manager

02:21 - Team structure at Wix

03:42 - Goal setting and KPIs

04:36 - Overview of Wix Studio

06:08 - Web-based application functionality

07:03 - Code editing experiences in Wix Studio

08:07 - Client control and access capabilities

09:02 - New features: Visual sitemap and wireframes

10:57 - AI integration points in Wix

12:35 - AI generating layouts and websites

14:50 - Upcoming roadmap items

15:54 - User creativity surprises

16:12 - Wix app marketplace

17:34 - Design trends and components

18:59 - User research approach

20:57 - Data-driven decision making

22:16 - Balancing user preferences with brand goals

24:02 - Career advice for aspiring product managers

25:40 - Balancing customization and consistency

26:44 - Mobile responsiveness and browser support

28:06 - Native apps and business management

28:37 - SEO tracking and analytics

29:45 - Picks and Plugs

1. Wix Studio - The professional website creation platform discussed throughout the episode
2. Velo by Wix - The robust code solution mentioned at 06:45
3. Visual Sitemap and Wireframes - The new AI feature launched by Wix Studio
4. Wix App Market - The marketplace where developers can build and sell apps
5. VS Code integration with Wix Studio
6. Wix Studio AI Assistant - Mentioned as a coding help feature
7. Figma to Wix - Mentioned as having import capabilities to Wix Studio

1. Severance (TV Show) - Nir's pick
2. Remix Dev Tools (becoming React Router DevTools) - Brad's pick
3. AeroPress - Amy's previous pick (referenced)
4. Prismo filter - Amy's previous pick (referenced)
5. Milk frother - Amy's current pick