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Whiskey Web and Whatnot: Web Development, Neat RobbieTheWagner and Charles William Carpenter III
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Veteran web developers RobbieTheWagner and Charles William Carpenter III host this informal, whiskey-fueled fireside chat with your favorite web devs. They discuss all things web development including JavaScript, TypeScript, EmberJS, React, Astro, SolidJS, CSS, HTML, Web3, and more. They take a unique approach and focus on getting to know the human side of developers and their hobbies outside of work, all while sampling a new whiskey that they rate on their unique tentacle scale.
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Oh My Zsh with Robby Russell
Explore the evolution of web development, Rails, and TypeScript, all while sipping Mortlach Single Malt Whisky. The discussion also covers vintage music formats like vinyl records and cassettes, the Tennessee whiskey scene, and modern bourbon regulations. Robby shares stories about maintaining legacy code, Oh My Zsh, starting a podcast, and The Mighty Missoula's upcoming album.
Key Takeaways
[0:00] Introducing Robby Russell
[02:41] Whiskey Tasting: Mortlach "The Wee Witchie" 12 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky
[09:19] Hot Takes
[12:05] Thoughts on ripping TypeScript out of projects
[19:15] git rebase or git merge?
[21:09] Left or right sidebar in VS Code?
[23:26] What do you think about nested ternaries?
[26:55] Is Rails going to be the best way to write web applications again?
[39:15] Any suggestions for podcasters?
[47:41] Pronouncing and working on Oh My Zsh
[49:51] The origin story of Oh My Zsh
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Whiskey
Oh My Zsh
Maintainable Podcast
The Mighty Missoula
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Chuck Carpenter
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Unlocking the Secrets of AI in Tech with April Yoho
Join hosts Charles William Carpenter III and Adam Argyle for a riveting episode of 'Whiskey Web and Whatnot' featuring guest April Yoho.
Based in the UK and a seasoned developer advocate, April shares her extensive 25+ years of experience in tech while indulging in a tasting session of High West Double Rye whiskey.
Discover insights into cloud development, the intricacies of AI in coding, the debates of modern JavaScript practices, and much more. Tune in for a mix of whiskey evaluation, tech discussions, and amusing cultural anecdotes.
Key Takeaways
[00:00] - Introduction and Guest Introduction
[01:01] - Whiskey Tasting: High West Double Rye
[02:19] - Whiskey Rating System Explained
[02:38] - Tasting Notes and Impressions
[08:08] - Tech Talk: Let vs Const
[08:42] - Hot Takes: Tailwind, Git, and TypeScript
[13:53] - Infrastructure as Code: Terraform and Bicep
[17:42] - Kubernetes and Cloud Native Development
[19:06] - Flex and Serverless: A New Perspective
[20:32] - Overengineering in Tech
[20:46] - Nostalgia for Early Web and DIY Servers
[22:12] - On-Prem vs Cloud: The Debate
[23:37] - Data Residency Challenges
[27:43] - Living in the UK: Food and Culture
[36:08] - AI in Development: Embrace the Change
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April Yoho LinkedIn
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Aspire to Greatness: .NET Innovations You Can't Miss! w/ David Fowler and Damian Edwards
Join Charles William Carpenter III and Adam Schmargyle in an engaging episode of 'Whiskey Web and Whatnot' as they welcome Damian Edwards and David Fowler from Microsoft.
Listen as David shares his journey from Barbados to becoming a distinguished engineer at Microsoft and Damian recounts his experience with web technologies from Australia. The discussion includes insights into .NET frameworks, HTML semantics, and their new project, Aspire.
The hosts also provide tips on integrating the Aspire dashboard with Otel tools, emphasizing hands-on experience. Amidst tech discussions, enjoy a light-hearted session of Japanese whiskey tasting, personal anecdotes, and dynamic software development perspectives. Subscribe for more!
Key Takeaways
[00:00] - Introduction and Guest Introduction
[00:31] - David Fowler's Background
[01:33] - Damian Edwards' Background
[02:44] - Evolution of the Web
[03:06] - Whiskey Tasting: Akashi White Oak
[05:06] - Whiskey Rating and Discussion
[16:06] - Hot Takes and Industry Insights
[32:33] - The Rise of Celebrity Developers
[32:50] - The Power of Strong Opinions
[33:32] - Implicit vs Explicit Types
[34:53] - The Evolution of .NET Frameworks
[36:04] - Introduction to Blazor
[41:08] - Understanding Aspire
[51:44] - Balancing Work and Personal Life
[52:39] - Sports and Hobbies
[57:59] - Reflections and Future Plans
Links
David Fowler Twitter
David Fowler LinkedIn
Damian Edwards Twitter
Damian Edwards LinkedIn
Aspire
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Chuck Carpenter
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AI vs Human: The Future of Job Interviews with Taylor Desseyn
Join hosts RobbieTheWagner and Charles William Carpenter VIII on Whiskey Web and Whatnot as they welcome back Taylor Desseyn for another round of whiskey and engaging conversation.
Dive into discussions on the relevance of AI in hiring, the shift between remote and in-office work, and the changing trends in engineering specializations.
Plus, get to know more about Taylor’s life beyond tech, including his hobbies and family updates, and don't miss their entertaining whiskey tasting session featuring Tennessee blended bourbon Sweetens Cove!
Key Takeaways
[00:00] - Welcome to Whiskey Web and Whatnot
[01:34] - Introducing Taylor Desseyn
[02:38] - Tennessee Whiskey Tasting
[12:32] - Discussing Return to Office Policies
[29:44] - Exploring Lit and Ember
[30:12] - The Platinum Blonde Debate
[31:31] - AI in Hiring Processes
[32:25] - Humanizing Hiring
[35:55] - The Disconnect in Tech Hiring
[41:29] - Specialization in Tech
[45:02] - The Future of Blue Collar Jobs
[50:27] - Balancing Work and Personal Life
[55:40] - Preparing for Baby Number Two
[58:05] - Podcast and Merch Plug
Links
Taylor Desseyn Twitter
Taylor Desseyn LinkedIn
Gun.io
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Chuck Carpenter
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Why Svelte Might Just Outdo React: Rich Harris Unveils Shocking Comparisons!
In this special International Whiskey Day episode of 'Whiskey Web and Whatnot', hosts RobbieTheWagner, and Charles William Carpenter III are joined by special guest Rich Harris.
They share a toast with Lagavulin Offerman Edition whiskey and dive into a discussion covering a range of topics from Rich's journey in software development, his work on the Svelte framework, to his thoughts on cheese, fermented foods, and brewing kombucha.
The conversation transitions into deeper tech discussions about TypeScript, the evolution of web development tools, the balance between developer experience and user experience, and the upcoming features in Svelte 5. Rich also shares personal anecdotes from his career in journalism and his passion for cooking and skiing.
The episode concludes with insights into the overabundance of tech conferences and a note on the upcoming Svelte Summit.
Key Takeaways
[00:00] - Welcome to the International Whiskey Day Special
[00:48] - Meet Rich Harris: The Man Behind Svelte
[01:28] - The Great Cheese Debate: To Love or Not to Love
[02:40] - Brewing Kombucha: A Fermented Adventure
[03:59] - Whiskey Tasting: The Lagavulin Offerman Edition Experience
[07:29] - Rating the Whiskey: From Smoky Notes to Leather Hints
[10:34] - Exploring Smoky Whiskeys and Beyond
[11:57] - Hot Takes on Tech: TypeScript, Tailwind, and More
[24:51] - The Evolution of Digital Journalism and Development Tools
[27:40] - Git Practices and the GraphQL Debate
[30:29] - The Developer's Dilemma: Tool Selection and User Experience
[31:17] - The Spicy Segment: A Critical Look at ES Build
[33:11] - Developer Experience vs. User Experience: A Shift in Priorities
[34:24] - The Evolution of Svelte: From Speed to Ease of Use
[40:34] - Introducing Svelte 5: A Ground-Up Rewrite
[50:03] - Beyond Tech: Dream Jobs and Personal Passions
[56:54] - The Global Developer Conference Scene
[59:18] - Final Thoughts and Svelte Promotion
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Svelte
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Flagging Features and Dropping Beats with Ben Rometsch
In this episode of Whiskey Web and Whatnot, hosts RobbieTheWagner and Charles William Carpenter III are joined by Ben Rometsch, CEO and co-founder of Flagsmith.
The discussion kicks off with a lighthearted conversation about the absence of landscapers at Chuck's house, leading into Ben's unexpected affinity for the New Orleans Saints due to a memorable game at Wembley in London.
Ben shares his journey from running a web agency for 23 years to starting Flagsmith as a side project, which has now become a growing business with 97 percent of its codebase being open-source.
The conversation shifts to a whiskey tasting of Redwood Empire's Lost Monarch, featuring a blend of aged bourbons and whiskey, followed by a discussion on various tech topics including AI in jobs, the value of front-end frameworks, and Git practices.
Later, Ben provides a detailed overview of Flagsmith, emphasizing its open-source nature, the importance of feature flags in development, and how the platform has evolved with contributions from the community, including paying customers. The episode wraps up with personal insights from Ben, including his dream of being an author and his fondness for the video game Parappa the Rapper.
Key Takeaways
[00:00] - Opening Banter and Landscaper Tales
[00:55] - Introducing Ben and Flagsmith
[03:02] - A Deep Dive into Whiskey Tasting
[10:31] - Hot Takes on AI, Frameworks, and Git Practices
[25:38] - Exploring Flagsmith: An Open Source Journey
[32:32] - The Challenges of Staging and Production Environments
[33:42] - The High Cost of Configuration Differences
[36:11] - The Evolution of Engineering Practices and Frameworks
[42:15] - The Business Value of Open Source and Commercial Software
[53:38] - Personal Passions: From Tech to Writing and Retro Gaming
Links
Ben Rometsch Twitter
Ben Rometsch LinkedIn
Flagsmith
Flagsmith GitHub
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Robbie Wagner
Chuck Carpenter
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