Debugging Dan

debuggingdan
Debugging Dan

Debugging Dan is where I’ll be sharing my personal experiences as I juggle being a husband and a dad, having a full-time job and a passion for side projects. It’s not so much about debugging code, that’s a metaphor. It is about debugging and navigating life in general. Why start this podcast? For me, it’s about creating a space where we can learn and grow together. Life can get hectic, and side projects can sometimes feel overwhelming. But through this weekly podcast, I hope to offer some guidance, share some laughs, and most importantly, remind you that you’re not alone in this journey. www.debuggingdan.com

  1. My Take on Vibe Coding

    APR 18

    My Take on Vibe Coding

    In this episode of the Debugging Dan podcast, I dive into the concept of Vibe Coding, my unique interpretation of coding with the assistance of AI. I discuss how Vibe Coding makes it easier for people, regardless of their coding knowledge, to build applications using AI-driven tools like Vercel and Cursor. I’ve noticed an increase in AI-written posts on forums, where creators showcase quick projects that they’ve built, often motivated by the desire to gain recognition rather than contribute meaningful content. I share my personal experiences with using AI for coding, the challenges of prompting effectively, and my current focus on content generation through N8N—a no-code tool I’m enjoying. Vibe Coding, for me, represents following the flow and working with enthusiasm rather than getting bogged down by large projects. Stay connected! Follow me on Bluesky at @debuggingdan.com for the latest updates, and subscribe to my YouTube channel @debuggingdan for the podcast and other interesting videos! My active side projects are: observalyze.com: Enhance user engagement, satisfaction, and overall experience for your application by applying Gamification teletron.me: Build personal dashboards. Visualize and make your most important information available at a glance. Your dashboards will be accessible, privacy-first, non-technical and available on multiple devices. datasthor.com: The hassle-free solution for seamless remote data storage for you or your application, making data management a breeze. supersave: Open Source: Bootstrap your project with a simple database abstraction and automatically generated REST API

    12 min
  2. Migrating to Coolify

    MAR 26

    Migrating to Coolify

    In this episode, I discuss my current journey of migrating my application from an old server to a new one. The decision was triggered by a price increase from my hosting provider, prompting me to seek better options. I’m moving to a new server with larger disk space and a more cost-effective plan. Additionally, I’m transitioning to Coolify, a self-hosting application that simplifies container management and automates many tasks. I’ve encountered challenges while adapting my previous methods to this new environment, but I’m excited about the potential for improved efficiency and better user interfaces for my applications using AI tools. Stay connected! Follow me on Bluesky at @debuggingdan.com for the latest updates, and subscribe to my YouTube channel @debuggingdan for the podcast and other interesting videos! My active side projects are: observalyze.com: Enhance user engagement, satisfaction, and overall experience for your application by applying Gamification teletron.me: Build personal dashboards. Visualize and make your most important information available at a glance. Your dashboards will be accessible, privacy-first, non-technical and available on multiple devices. datasthor.com: The hassle-free solution for seamless remote data storage for you or your application, making data management a breeze. supersave: Open Source: Bootstrap your project with a simple database abstraction and automatically generated REST API

    10 min
  3. Cannot Complete a Project

    MAR 13

    Cannot Complete a Project

    In this episode, I delve into my struggles with completing personal projects, sharing my experiences with various initiatives like DanCuts, DanCaptures, and DanVid Studio. Although I start each project with enthusiasm, I often face challenges that lead to a loss of interest or technical hurdles that feel overwhelming. I reflect on the emotional toll of leaving projects unfinished while also recognizing the valuable skills I’ve gained along the way. To combat this cycle, I discuss my plan to create detailed to-do lists to break down tasks into manageable steps, ultimately aiming to find a balance between my personal projects and the more structured work I do for clients at my agency. Stay connected! Follow me on Bluesky at @debuggingdan.com for the latest updates, and subscribe to my YouTube channel @debuggingdan for the podcast and other interesting videos! My active side projects are: observalyze.com: Enhance user engagement, satisfaction, and overall experience for your application by applying Gamification teletron.me: Build personal dashboards. Visualize and make your most important information available at a glance. Your dashboards will be accessible, privacy-first, non-technical and available on multiple devices. datasthor.com: The hassle-free solution for seamless remote data storage for you or your application, making data management a breeze. supersave: Open Source: Bootstrap your project with a simple database abstraction and automatically generated REST API

    11 min
  4. Restart, Refresh, Record

    MAR 6

    Restart, Refresh, Record

    In this episode of the Debugging Dan podcast, I reflect on my hiatus since December and share my journey toward resuming my podcast and building projects in public. I discuss my decision to focus on sharing content on Blue Sky and YouTube to enhance engagement and positivity. I’ve pivoted my approach to content by dropping the weekly schedule and now aim to share my progress freely. I also talk about my experiences with various video editing projects, including DanCuts and the development of my new project, danvidstudio, which leverages Pixi.js for video editing in the browser. I emphasize the importance of keeping a flexible mindset in entrepreneurship and the challenges I’ve faced with licensing changes in tools I’ve used. Stay connected! Follow me on Bluesky at @debuggingdan.com for the latest updates, and subscribe to my YouTube channel @debuggingdan for the podcast and other interesting videos! My active side projects are: observalyze.com: Enhance user engagement, satisfaction, and overall experience for your application by applying Gamification teletron.me: Build personal dashboards. Visualize and make your most important information available at a glance. Your dashboards will be accessible, privacy-first, non-technical and available on multiple devices. datasthor.com: The hassle-free solution for seamless remote data storage for you or your application, making data management a breeze. supersave: Open Source: Bootstrap your project with a simple database abstraction and automatically generated REST API

    15 min
  5. Get It Done #8

    12/01/2024

    Get It Done #8

    An update on the progress I’ve made over the past two weeks in my projects, focusing on four main items. I successfully completed the Debugging Dan blog, addressing SEO tweaks and integrating RSS feed features. However, I struggled to make progress on content creation and the DanCuts project due to a lack of energy and the busy holiday season. I explored the potential of creating a desktop app for social media posting to simplify my workflow and facilitate content sharing. Moving forward, I’ll concentrate on developing DanCuts and a new project aimed at automating social media uploads. Tune in for insights on my journey and tips I’ve learned along the way. Stay connected! Follow me on Bluesky at @debuggingdan.com for the latest updates, and subscribe to my YouTube channel @debuggingdan for the podcast and other interesting videos! My active side projects are: observalyze.com: Enhance user engagement, satisfaction, and overall experience for your application by applying Gamification teletron.me: Build personal dashboards. Visualize and make your most important information available at a glance. Your dashboards will be accessible, privacy-first, non-technical and available on multiple devices. datasthor.com: The hassle-free solution for seamless remote data storage for you or your application, making data management a breeze. supersave: Open Source: Bootstrap your project with a simple database abstraction and automatically generated REST API

    16 min
  6. Built a Free Notion Tool

    11/24/2024

    Built a Free Notion Tool

    The building your color palette article. I discuss how building free tools can enhance your website’s SEO and attract more visitors. I share my experience creating two free tools for my website: one for generating color palettes and another for syncing YouTube playlists with Notion. I explain the importance of designing these tools to provide value to users while also promoting my site. The first tool helps users select and generate color schemes for UI design, while the second tool facilitates integrating YouTube content into Notion, making it easier for users to track their progress. I emphasize that free tools are a beneficial strategy for improving SEO and engaging with potential users. Stay connected! Follow me on Bluesky at @debuggingdan.com for the latest updates, and subscribe to my YouTube channel @debuggingdan for the podcast and other interesting videos! My active side projects are: observalyze.com: Enhance user engagement, satisfaction, and overall experience for your application by applying Gamification teletron.me: Build personal dashboards. Visualize and make your most important information available at a glance. Your dashboards will be accessible, privacy-first, non-technical and available on multiple devices. datasthor.com: The hassle-free solution for seamless remote data storage for you or your application, making data management a breeze. supersave: Open Source: Bootstrap your project with a simple database abstraction and automatically generated REST API

    15 min
  7. Get It Done #7

    11/18/2024

    Get It Done #7

    I reflect on my recent accomplishments over the past two weeks and outline my goals for the upcoming period. I’ve been focused on launching my new project, Dan Cuts, and refining my approach to social media sharing by creating a content calendar. Additionally, I’m reworking my blog, DebuggingDan.com, using Next.js, ensuring that it’s layered and responsive. For the next two weeks, I plan to finalize multiple projects, including completing the blog and improving my internal tool, Watch Your Numbers, to better track analytics. I also aim to explore the feasibility of developing a desktop version of Dan Cuts, incorporating capabilities without requiring users to download external software. Stay connected! Follow me on Bluesky at @debuggingdan.com for the latest updates, and subscribe to my YouTube channel @debuggingdan for the podcast and other interesting videos! My active side projects are: observalyze.com: Enhance user engagement, satisfaction, and overall experience for your application by applying Gamification teletron.me: Build personal dashboards. Visualize and make your most important information available at a glance. Your dashboards will be accessible, privacy-first, non-technical and available on multiple devices. datasthor.com: The hassle-free solution for seamless remote data storage for you or your application, making data management a breeze. supersave: Open Source: Bootstrap your project with a simple database abstraction and automatically generated REST API

    15 min
  8. Something Else Than Saas

    11/11/2024

    Something Else Than Saas

    In this episode, I reflect on my journey of building side projects primarily focused on SaaS (Software as a Service) and the exploration of alternatives such as desktop and mobile applications. As I walk along the beach, I discuss my experiences with technologies like PHP and Node.js and how advancements like React Native and Electron are opening new windows for app development. I share my thoughts on the challenges of video processing and storage in my current project, Dan Cuts, and my desire to shift towards building a local Electron app that minimizes reliance on subscription models. This also allows me to incorporate a different business model while keeping everything locally processed. Ultimately, I aim to break free from the SaaS box, explore other app development avenues, and improve my marketing strategy while growing my podcast subscriber base. Stay connected! Follow me on Bluesky at @debuggingdan.com for the latest updates, and subscribe to my YouTube channel @debuggingdan for the podcast and other interesting videos! My active side projects are: observalyze.com: Enhance user engagement, satisfaction, and overall experience for your application by applying Gamification teletron.me: Build personal dashboards. Visualize and make your most important information available at a glance. Your dashboards will be accessible, privacy-first, non-technical and available on multiple devices. datasthor.com: The hassle-free solution for seamless remote data storage for you or your application, making data management a breeze. supersave: Open Source: Bootstrap your project with a simple database abstraction and automatically generated REST API

    12 min
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Debugging Dan is where I’ll be sharing my personal experiences as I juggle being a husband and a dad, having a full-time job and a passion for side projects. It’s not so much about debugging code, that’s a metaphor. It is about debugging and navigating life in general. Why start this podcast? For me, it’s about creating a space where we can learn and grow together. Life can get hectic, and side projects can sometimes feel overwhelming. But through this weekly podcast, I hope to offer some guidance, share some laughs, and most importantly, remind you that you’re not alone in this journey. www.debuggingdan.com

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  • Creator
    debuggingdan
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    30
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