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In this episode of Whiskey Web and Whatnot, Robbie talks with Chris Manson about the intricacies of JavaScript classes, the evolving landscape of React and Ember, and the benefits of using Vite in modern app development.

Over a Bulleit Rye, Robbie and Chris discuss the benefits of Ember for long-term stability and its backward compatibility, highlighting tooling like generators and integration tests that make Ember stand out. Transitioning toward modern web development, they examine the role of Vite and the ongoing efforts to integrate it with Ember, promising a future of faster rebuilds and cleaner dependencies.

In this episode:


(00:00) - Intro
(01:26) - Meet Chris Manson
(02:41) - Whiskey - Bulleit Rye
(07:44) - Hot takes
(15:50) - Do we need SSR?
(20:09) - Ember.js and modern build tools
(32:25) - React vs. Ember
(36:06) - Modernizing Ember with Embroider
(40:22) - The technical challenges of Embroider
(45:43) - Ember's inversion of control
(55:46) - Ember's backward compatibility
(59:31) - EmberFest



Quotes

“Because we're so opinionated in Ember, we're able to make decisions about your app that other frameworks aren't able to make, essentially. So we can say oh okay, we're cutting out all the stuff you're not using. That's the dead code elimination.” ~ Chris Manson

“We use generators in Ember. Very few other frameworks use generators. You generate a component in Ember and it instantly creates an integration test that renders that component and checks the contents of it and gives you ways to interact with it, to click it, to check the contents and encourages you to put more tests in that file.” ~ Chris Manson



Links


Bulleit Rye: https://www.bulleit.com/whiskeys/bulleit-rye-whiskey 
Ember: https://emberjs.com 
Embroider: https://github.com/embroider-build/embroider 
Vite: https://vitejs.dev 
EmberFest: https://emberfest.eu 



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In this episode of Whiskey Web and Whatnot, hosts Charles William Carpenter III and Adam Argyle share a drink with Diego Gonzalez, a PM working on the Edge team.


The discussion centers on progressive web apps (PWAs), with Diego outlining his role in standardizing platform features and the various advantages of PWAs.


The trio also debates the value of vanilla CSS vs. Tailwind, discusses their favorite development tools, and even dives into the nuances of whiskey tasting with a focus on a particular blend from Woodinville.


Tune in for a blend of tech insights, humor, and whiskey reviews.


Key Takeaways


[00:00] - Introduction and Podcast Welcome
[00:36] - Sponsor Message: Wix Studio
[01:30] - Special Guest Introduction: Diego Gonzalez
[01:47] - Discussion on Progressive Web Apps (PWAs)
[04:07] - Whiskey Tasting Session
[13:08] - Browser Wars and Hot Takes
[22:38] - Future of PWAs and Microsoft Store
[30:35] - Understanding PWAs: A Developer's Perspective
[31:21] - The Android vs. Apple Debate
[32:44] - The Smartwatch Dilemma
[34:15] - Travel Tales and Photography
[38:36] - European Culture and Humor
[48:12] - Final Thoughts and Tech Tips

Links


Diego Gonzales LinkedIn
Edge Browser

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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.

Join host Charles William Carpenter III and special guest host Adam Argyle as they welcome Natalia Venditto on this episode of Whiskey Web and Whatnot.


They dive into Natalia's background in JavaScript and her current work at Microsoft. The trio shares their impressions of Smooth Ambler's Contradiction Bourbon, discussing its unique blend of whiskeys, flavor profiles, and personal ratings.


The conversation shifts to hot tech topics, including inferred vs. explicit types in TypeScript, IDEs vs. text editors, and opinions on GraphQL and micro frontends. They also touch on the nuances between developer experience (DX) and user experience (UX), frameworks like Astro, and the inherent trade-offs in software architecture.


Wrapping up, Natalia shares insights about living in Barcelona and her background in architecture and filmmaking.


Key Takeaways


[00:00] - Welcome and Introductions
[00:49] - Whiskey Tasting: Smooth Ambler's Contradiction Bourbon
[04:51] - Rating the Bourbon
[08:07] - Tech Talk: AI, Blockchain, and JavaScript
[10:20] - Hot Takes: TypeScript, IDEs, and More
[23:03] - Microfrontends and Developer Experience
[27:47] - The Balance Between DX and UX
[34:13] - Dev Humor and Final Thoughts
[35:18] - Debating JSX and Single File Components
[36:26] - The Evolution of Web Development Frameworks
[38:23] - Living in Barcelona and Football Fandom
[40:27] - Culinary Adventures and Cultural Influences
[45:05] - Angular and the Framework Wars
[48:15] - Career Paths and Personal Interests
[59:34] - The Joys of Manual Cars and Quality Materials
[01:03:55] - Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up

Links


Natalia Venditto Twitter
Natalia Venditto LinkedIn
https://microfrontend.dev/

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We sit down with Nas Tonchev, CTO of Bevvy, a whiskey app for mobile and the web. We discuss features and functionalities of the Bevvy app, which helps users track, discover, and rate whiskeys. We also cover whiskey recommendations, the nuances of whiskey flavors, and the technical challenges of developing a whiskey-focused app. Additionally, we explore the influence of cultural aspects on consuming and collecting whiskey, with some tangents on career choices, hobbies, and the challenges of integrating AI and blockchain in business solutions.

Key Takeaways


[00:29] Who is Nas Tonchev?
[01:55] What does the Bevvy app do? Who is Bevvy for?
[05:18] Four Roses single barrel whiskey
[15:12] Hot take: Serverless bad?
[18:59] Why did you choose to go native on mobile for Bevvy?
[27:17] How do you handle items that aren't in your database yet?
[32:25] Have you been to tasting events?
[39:10] Do you like Mad Men?
[40:53] What is the story behind Bevvy's founding?
[42:45] How could AI integrate with an app like Bevvy?
[48:23] If you weren't in tech, what career would you choose?
[52:27] What hobbies do you have outside of tech?
[59:58] What soccer team are you a fan of?

Links


Atanas Tonchev
Bevvy | Cocktails, Spirits, and Drink Culture
Four Roses Sophistication
Mad Men
Son of the Beach

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Michael shares his transition from the corporate world to the whiskey industry, emphasizing whiskey’s role in building relationships. The discussion covers a range of fascinating topics: the nuances of whiskey blends, the unique properties of Amburana-finished rye whiskey, the innovative use of blockchain and NFTs for managing memberships and allocations, and discover how AI is streamlining Prime Barrel’s operations. The episode also highlights heartwarming community stories and practical applications of AI in marketing and business.

Key Takeaways




[00:26] Introducing Michael from Prime Barrell
[04:18] Rare Character 6 Year Straight Rye Whiskey
[07:35] Loving or Hating Wax Seals on Whiskey
[11:26] Learning how to taste our whiskey
[18:39] Amburana explained
[29:18] What is a cigar batch?
[34:46] Is ice evil for tasting real whiskey?
[37:11] How should you smell whiskey?
[47:31] How are NFTs going in the whiskey business?
[01:02:55] How are you integrating AI into your work?
[01:05:57] Is there a worst whiskey you've ever had?
[01:11:45] Where can people learn more about whiskey and Michael?



Links




Michael on LinkedIn
The Prime Barrel
Prime Barrel - Single-Barrel Picks Marketplace
Starlight Distillery Spirits
Joseph Magnus
Four Roses Bourbon
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