Boozy Browsing: Pour Decisions in Web Development

Ndevr, Inc.

Cheers! Mix, Click, and Code with Us! Welcome to the digital speakeasy where WordPress wizards and design dabblers come together to sip, critique, and fix the web one cocktail at a time! Boozy Browsing is the podcast that turns technical troubleshooting into happy hour entertainment. What’s on tap? Each episode, our tech-tipsy hosts serve up a fresh themed cocktail while dissecting websites with the precision of seasoned developers (and the honesty that comes after a drink or two). From “The CSS Spritzer” to “The WordPress Whiskey Sour,” we’re mixing drinks and fixing links!

  1. 5 DAYS AGO

    Vibe Coding Film Remake Experiment: Did AI Just Replace a Year of Animation Work in 2 Days?

    Meeky goes solo to share a fascinating experiment: recreating her entire 2013 thesis film using AI in just 2 days. Over a 32oz Boozy Brews Citrus Smash, she breaks down why AI nailed the prototype but failed spectacularly at consistency—and how this mirrors exactly what happens with AI coding tools. Spoiler: the problems are identical. 🍺 FEATURED BEER:Boozy Brews Citrus Smash (Nederland, CO)  🚨 KEY TAKEAWAYS:- AI excels at generating individual outputs but fails at maintaining consistency across iterations—characters, styles, and specifications constantly drift- The 40% Rule: AI speeds up prototyping and exploration dramatically, but the final 60% (fine-tuning, polish, coherence) still requires human expertise- AI doesn't fail because it's stupid—it fails because it doesn't remember previous decisions, treating every generation as a fresh remix 🎯 THE BOTTOM LINE:Use AI to accelerate the first 40%, then human expertise takes over. The film experiment proved what developers already know from vibe coding: AI is incredible at starting projects, terrible at finishing them. This isn't a bug—it's the current limitation of how AI generates content. 🔗 CONNECT - RESOURCE LINKS:Meeky Hwang: https://linkedin.com/in/meekyhwangMatt Dorman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewdorman/Boozy Brews Brewery: Nederland, COSubscribe: @boozybrowsing | https://boozybrowsing.com #AIExperiment #AIAnimation #VibeCoding #AILimitations #FilmProduction #3DAnimation #AITools #BoozyBrowsing #ContentGeneration #AIConsistency #CreativeAI #ProductionWorkflow

    41 min

  2. 2 FEB

    Website Audits with Matt's Handicap: What Broken Sites Reveal About Your Backlog

    Matt's eyes are completely dilated from his eye check-up, so he literally can't see—which makes him the perfect accessibility tester. Over 32oz cans of Busey Brews Milk Stout, Matt and Meeky audit websites while functionally blind, revealing how broken sites expose catastrophic backlog mismanagement. Spoiler: SSL failures and missing images aren't accidents—they're symptoms. 🍺 Featured Beer: Busey Brews Muleshoe Milk Stout https://buseybrews.com/muleshoe/ 💡 WHAT WE COVER:✅ How dilated eyes expose accessibility failures instantly✅ SSL certificate errors = backlog chaos (guaranteed)✅ Missing images reveal overwhelmed development teams✅ Tiny text and poor contrast = accessibility lawsuits waiting✅ What smooth performance tells you about internal processes✅ Clean design = well-managed backlog (not coincidence)✅ Broken checkout flows expose priority misalignment✅ Simple navigation = organizational clarity✅ How to spot backlog disasters just by browsing a site 📊 KEY TAKEAWAYS:- You can diagnose backlog health just by browsing a website- SSL failures mean critical tasks are being ignored- Broken hero images = triage priority problems- Accessibility issues = overwhelmed or misaligned teams- Clean, simple sites = well-managed internal processes- Getting out of backlog chaos costs less than staying in it- Proper triage prevents small issues from becoming disasters 🔗 BONUS RESOURCE:Watch our Media Endeavor clip on Managing Your Backlog: "Stop Being Busy, Start Being Productive" -  https://youtu.be/zAchRXUly2w 🎯 Want us to audit YOUR site and diagnose backlog issues? Submit at https://boozybrowsing.com#submit 🔗 CONNECT:Matt Dorman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewdorman/Meeky Hwang: https://linkedin.com/in/meekyhwangSubscribe:  @boozybrowsing   | https://boozybrowsing.comBusey Brews Website: https://buseybrews.com/muleshoe/Follow Busey Brews on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/BuseyBrewsFollow Busey Brews on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BuseyBrews #BacklogManagement #WebAccessibility #SSLCertificate #SiteAudit #TechnicalDebt #TriageProcess #BoozyBrowsing #QAProcess #WebDevelopment #AccessibilityTesting #DevWorkflow

    38 min

  3. 26 JAN

    How to Build a 2026-Ready Platform Without Fighting Fires All Year

    In this episode of Boozy Browsing, Matt and Meeky step back from live site audits to talk about what it actually takes to prepare your platform for 2026. From shared monitoring mishaps to outdated workflows and reactive decision-making, they introduce the 3E Framework for building platforms that are resilient, fast, and ready to scale. 🍺 Featured Drinks: Tears of Our Enemies Scottish Ale (Westfax Brewing) & Orange Blossom Honey Pilsner We dive into:✅ Why relying on a single analytics or monitoring tool creates blind spots✅ The 3E Framework: audience, creator, and developer experience✅ How legacy systems quietly drag down velocity and revenue✅ Why proactive monitoring beats firefighting every time✅ What platform readiness really means heading into 2026✅ How to plan quarterly priorities without over-engineering✅ The role AI, automation, and modern DevOps play in scaling responsibly✅ Why “good enough last year” won’t work this year Links & Resources Mentioned• Platform Strategy Playbook: https://www.ndevr.io/choose-the-right-platform-strategy/?utm_term=strategy&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_content=Meeky&utm_campaign=boozy-browsing • Boozy Browsing: https://www.boozybrowsing.com/ • Submit your site: https://boozybrowsing.com#submit • Matt Dorman on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewdorman/ • Meeky Hwang on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meekyhwang   🎯 Want help building a platform that’s resilient, scalable, and ready for 2026? Download the Platform Strategy Playbook or submit your site for a Boozy Browsing audit at https://boozybrowsing.com#submit

    34 min

  4. 19 JAN

    We Tried to Buy From These Sites, The UX Made Us Bail.

    Matt sets out to do a real-world shopping test by going all the way through checkout, but the buying decision starts to unravel fast. In this episode, we browse e-commerce sites the same way real customers do and unpack the small UX, navigation, and trust issues that quietly stop people from purchasing, even when they’re ready to buy. 🍺 Featured Drinks: Buck Shack Cabernet Sauvignon (aged in bourbon barrels) & Psycho Penguin Vanilla Porter We dive into:How outdated visuals and cluttered layouts create instant doubtWhy inaccurate product photos confuse buyers and break trustThe breadcrumb and navigation issues that make shoppers lose products they already foundMissed upsell opportunities that leave revenue on the tableHow strange URL structures and checkout layouts feel “sketchy” to usersWhy customers default to Amazon the moment confidence drops 🎯 Want us to audit your website for quick conversion wins? Submit it at https://boozybrowsing.com#submit  Links & Resources MentionedPlatform Strategy Playbook: https://www.ndevr.io/choose-the-right-platform-strategy/?utm_term=strategy&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_content=Meeky&utm_campaign=boozy-browsing Submit your site: https://boozybrowsing.com#submitBoozy Browsing: https://www.boozybrowsing.com/ Matt Dorman on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewdorman/ Meeky Hwang on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meekyhwang

    39 min
  5. Quick Website Fixes: 3 Simple Changes That Boost Conversions (No Dev Needed)

    12 JAN

    Quick Website Fixes: 3 Simple Changes That Boost Conversions (No Dev Needed)

    Matt and Meeky are auditing real websites over Mexican Hot Chocolate Stout and Sweet Baby Jesus Porter, breaking down quick wins ANY site owner can implement—no developer required. From unclear CTAs to cluttered homepages, we're showing you exactly what's killing your conversions and how to fix it fast. 🍺 Featured Drinks: Left Hand Mexican Hot Chocolate Milk Stout & DuClaw Sweet Baby Jesus Porter 💡 WHAT WE COVER:✅ Why "Learn More" buttons get ignored✅ The contrast problem killing your CTA clicks✅ How to know if your homepage has too much content✅ Broken links hiding in forgotten corners✅ Missing alt text hurting SEO and accessibility✅ Outdated promos still showing months later✅ Heavy images slowing page loads by 4+ seconds✅ The 5-second test: "Do visitors know what to do?"✅ Why competing offers confuse customers✅ Hover states that signal clickability 🚨 THE REALITY CHECK:We found 404 errors, 500 server errors, failed tracking scripts, and outdated Labor Day sales in November. These aren't edge cases—they're common problems costing real money. The good news? Most fixes take minutes, not months. 📊 QUICK FIX CHECKLIST:- Run a link checker (or use SEO tools that auto-check)- Compress images (switch PNG to JPEG for photos)- Swap animated GIFs for MP4 videos- Clean up outdated content and promos- Add hover states to all clickable elements- Test your site with tools like Hotjar to see user behavior- Ask: "Can I see the main CTA in 5 seconds?" 💰 WHY THIS MATTERS:Users form opinions in 50 milliseconds. Broken links signal neglect. Slow images cause bounces. Unclear CTAs mean lost sales. These aren't "nice to haves"—they're conversion killers. Small fixes = immediate impact. Perfect for small business owners without dev teams, e-commerce managers improving conversion rates, marketing teams optimizing landing pages, site owners frustrated with low engagement, and anyone who doesn't need a full redesign—just quick wins. 🎯 Want us to audit YOUR website for quick wins? Submit at https://boozybrowsing.com#submit 🔗 CONNECT:Matt Dorman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewdorman/Meeky Hwang: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meekyhwangSubscribe: @boozybrowsing | https://www.boozybrowsing.com/ #WebsiteOptimization #CTAOptimization #ConversionRate #QuickWins #UXDesign #BoozyBrowsing #WebsiteFixes #EcommerceTips #BrokenLinks #PageSpeed #HomepageDesign

    46 min
  6. Lightning Round Part 2: 8 More E-Commerce Sites Audited (Finally, Good Ones!)

    5 JAN

    Lightning Round Part 2: 8 More E-Commerce Sites Audited (Finally, Good Ones!)

    Meeky and Matt are back for Lightning Round Part 2, auditing 8 more e-commerce sites over sake and cider and this time, most sites actually impressed us! From Vuori's flawless 5/5 performance to accessibility fails and checkout quirks, we're breaking down what separates elite e-commerce from mediocre. Plus: why micro-interactions matter, the pop-up strategy that works, and what happens when your first site sets the bar too high. 🍶🍺 Featured Drinks: G Sake & Snow Capped Medium Dry Cider 🔍 WHAT WE COVER:✅ The "Vuori Effect" (when one perfect site ruins your expectations)✅ Red-green colorblind accessibility failures✅ Voice-activated search UX (Cotopaxi's AI feature)✅ Cookie consent disasters that break pop-ups✅ "Quick Add" vs "Add to Cart" confusion✅ Mobile vs desktop cart drawer differences✅ Micro-interactions that create luxury perception✅ Why checkout flow details matter more than homepage design✅ Pop-ups that minimize to corners (the right way)✅ Hover vs click navigation pros/cons✅ When outdated design still converts 💡 KEY INSIGHTS:-The Vuori Standard: After seeing instant performance, every "fast" site feels slow- Accessibility isn't optional: 8% of males are red-green colorblind- Micro-interactions = perceived luxury: Small animations elevate the entire experience- Homepage simplicity wins: Less content overload = better scores- Checkout deserves MORE attention: Small bugs here kill conversions- Pop-up persistence problem: Sites that keep attacking users scored lowest- Limited navigation reduces overwhelm: Fewer options = easier decisions 🚨 THE BIG TAKEAWAY:This round proved e-commerce CAN be done right. When sites prioritize speed, clean design, and thoughtful UX over flashy features, users notice. But one perfect site (Vuori) reset our entire scoring system—proving how powerful good UX really is. Perfect for e-commerce owners benchmarking performance, Shopify developers optimizing speed, web designers studying best practices, UX specialists evaluating checkout flows, and anyone who wants to see what "good" actually looks like in e-commerce. 🎯 Want YOUR site audited in our next lightning round? Submit at https://boozybrowsing.com#submit 🔗 CONNECT:Meeky Hwang: https://linkedin.com/in/meekyhwangMatt Dorman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewdorman/Subscribe: @boozybrowsing | https://boozybrowsing.com #LightningRound #EcommerceAudit #VuoriPerformance #WebsiteSpeed #UXDesign #Accessibility #CheckoutOptimization #BoozyBrowsing #MicroInteractions #ShopifyOptimization #WebDesign #ConversionRate

    37 min

  7. 22/12/2025

    Matt running solo on speed audit.. For real this time

    Matt Dorman takes the mic solo in this lightning round of e commerce site reviews, but not before making one very on brand mistake. He recorded the whole thing without turning on screenshare and had to redo everything from scratch. But that is besides the point. Once he recovers, Matt speed runs through a lineup of online stores, breaking down what works, what is weird, and what absolutely sends customers running for the exit. From sluggish site speed to checkout chaos to “why is this layout fighting me,” he points out the moments where brands build trust and the moments where they lose it in under three seconds. It is fast, punchy, and a full tasting flight of UX wins, performance flops, and drink worthy design decisions. If you care about conversion rates, user experience, or the pure joy of watching Matt roast a broken checkout flow, this episode is for you. Takeaways:• Slow sites lose sales• Layout affects trust• Consistency keeps people clicking• A messy checkout is a drink worthy mistake• Always turn on screenshare#BoozyBrowsing #EcommerceReview #SiteSpeed #UXDesign #UserExperience #CheckoutFlow #ConversionRate #DigitalCommerce #ShopperJourney #TechTalk #WebDevLife #BrandTrust #WebsiteDesign #EcommerceUX #performancematters  🎯 Want us to audit YOUR  website? Submit at https://boozybrowsing.com#submit 🔗 CONNECT:Meeky Hwang: https://linkedin.com/in/meekyhwangMatt Dorman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewdorman/Subscribe: @boozybrowsing | https://boozybrowsing.com

    23 min

  8. 15/12/2025

    The Fly, the Teams, and the Truth About Collaboration

    In this episode, Meeky and Matt pour a glass and dive into the chaos and charm of multi-team collaborations. Before they even get into the topic, Matt has to fight off a very determined fly: a perfect metaphor for the tiny, unexpected distractions that somehow derail entire projects. Once the fly surrenders, they unpack why communication sometimes feels like a group text gone wrong, why alignment is basically the north star of any project, and why context is the secret ingredient everyone forgets to add. They swap stories about what really happens when too many teams jump into the same kitchen, the messes that follow, and how a little transparency and trust can save the whole recipe. Most importantly, they chat about leadership not as managing every little thing, but as setting the vibe, keeping the rhythm, and making sure everyone feels comfortable saying “hey, something’s weird over here.” It’s teamwork with a twist and the fly didn’t stand a chance. 🎯 Want us to audit YOUR  website? Submit at https://boozybrowsing.com#submit 🔗 CONNECT:Meeky Hwang: https://linkedin.com/in/meekyhwangMatt Dorman: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewdorman/Subscribe: @boozybrowsing | https://boozybrowsing.com #TechWithATwist #FlyBattleChronicles #FridayLunchAndLearn #CheersToTeamwork #BoozyBrowsing #WebDevTalks #TechTalk#TeamCollaboration #WorkingTogether #ProjectManagementTips#LeadershipInTech #DigitalTeams #TechCulture #CommunicationTips #BehindTheScenesTech #WorkplaceVibes #TechPodcast #DeveloperLife#EngineeringCulture

    33 min
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Cheers! Mix, Click, and Code with Us! Welcome to the digital speakeasy where WordPress wizards and design dabblers come together to sip, critique, and fix the web one cocktail at a time! Boozy Browsing is the podcast that turns technical troubleshooting into happy hour entertainment. What’s on tap? Each episode, our tech-tipsy hosts serve up a fresh themed cocktail while dissecting websites with the precision of seasoned developers (and the honesty that comes after a drink or two). From “The CSS Spritzer” to “The WordPress Whiskey Sour,” we’re mixing drinks and fixing links!

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