Yalla Let's Code

Ilias Haddad

A podcast where I interview software engineers by sharing their story and entrepreneurship journey

  1. How Thomas built a Shopify theme dev lab and agency

    09/09/2025

    How Thomas built a Shopify theme dev lab and agency

    If you're a developer, indie hacker, or SaaS builder, this is a must-watch. You'll learn:- The strategy he used to niche down and find his first clients- Why did he start a t-shirt business to learn Shopify- The moment he discovered a Kardashian was using his theme- His raw, unfiltered advice for anyone wanting to build their own software productShow Notes- Bricks Space Lab:https://brickspacelab.com- Follow Thomas's journey on Twitter: https://x.com/kimurathomas

    56min
  2. Bringing PHP to Mobile & Desktop with Native PHP with Sean Rosenthal

    19/08/2025

    Bringing PHP to Mobile & Desktop with Native PHP with Sean Rosenthal

    We're joined by Sean Rosenthal, the co-founder of Native PHP. He shares his incredible journey from a career in sales to co-creating a framework that allows developers to build native desktop and mobile apps using the PHP and Laravel skills they already have. Sean provides a candid look at the entrepreneurial grind, the technical challenges he and his partner Simon Hamp overcame, and what the future holds for PHP outside of the web. Show Notes: What You'll Learn: How personal drive and a problem-solving mindset are crucial for success in tech.The real story behind what inspired Native PHP and how the project got started.A deep dive into the technical solutions used to compile PHP for iOS and Android.Sean's experiences working on complex projects for major organizations like Pfizer.The importance of building a support infrastructure, not just a product. Links Mentioned: Native PHP Official WebsiteSean Rosenthal on X (Twitter)Sean's YouTube Channel - Laravel OnlineThe New Boston (YouTube Channel)

    1h24min
  3. Building Native Apps with PHP by Simon Hamp

    03/08/2025

    Building Native Apps with PHP by Simon Hamp

    In this episode, I interviewed with Simon Hamp, a seasoned software engineer with 25 years of experience in PHP. Simon shares his incredible journey from being a self-taught programmer in the days before YouTube and Stack Overflow to becoming the owner and maintainer of Native PHP and the founder of Laravel Dev. Show Notes: Links Simon Hamp's Website: simonhamp.me Simon Hamp on X: @SimonHamp NativePHP: nativephp.com Laravel Dev: laradevs.com

    1h12min
  4. Building Global Tech Conferences (React Brussels, Paris & Africa) Ayman Ben Amor

    11/07/2025

    Building Global Tech Conferences (React Brussels, Paris & Africa) Ayman Ben Amor

    In this episode, we're joined by Ayman Ben Amor, a software developer and the visionary founder behind the BeJS (Belgian JavaScript) community. Ayman shares his incredible journey from a movie-loving kid who wanted to be a hacker to organizing some of Europe's and Africa's most prominent developer events, including React Brussels, React Paris, and the inaugural React Africa. He pulls back the curtain on the immense effort required to run a successful tech conference, detailing the 9-12 month planning cycle, the stress of sales and marketing, and the complex logistics of securing venues and speakers. Show Notes: BeJS Community: https://bejs.io React Brussels Conference: https://react.brussels React Paris Conference: https://react.paris/ React Africa Conference: https://react-africa.com Ayman on Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/Aymen_Ben_Amor Book Recommendation: "Personality Isn't Permanent" by Benjamin Hardy

    1h2min
  5. The Strapi Founder's Story (Pierre Burgy): Monetization of an Open Source Project

    22/06/2025

    The Strapi Founder's Story (Pierre Burgy): Monetization of an Open Source Project

    In this episode, I had Pierre Burgy, the co-founder and CEO of Strapi, the leading open-source headless CMS. Pierre shares his incredible nine-year journey, from starting a side project as a student to building a globally recognized company. He dives deep into the early challenges of fundraising for an open-source project (including being $30k in debt), the evolution of their business model, the power of community, and his vision for the future of content management with AI. Sponsor of this episode: SASS Insights: Get the metrics that matter for your Shopify app. Try it for free at https://saasinsights.com Show Notes: Find Pierre on X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/pierreburgy Find Pierre on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pierreburgy/ Website: https://strapi.io/ GitHub Repository: https://github.com/strapi/strapi Join the Strapi AI Waitlist: https://strapi.io/ai StrapiConf: https://strapi.io/conf The GitLab Handbook: A comprehensive resource on how to run a remote-first, transparent company. https://about.gitlab.com/handbook

    59min
  6. The impact of vibe coding (AI) on the shipped products (Special)

    07/06/2025

    The impact of vibe coding (AI) on the shipped products (Special)

    In this special episode, we dive deep into the phenomenon of "vibe coding" - using AI assistants to write code through natural language prompts. With our today's guest, Mohamed Aboulaid (Backend Engineer at Spotify & Community Catalyst behind GeeksBlaBla), for an honest discussion about AI-assisted development's current state and future. Show Notes: GeeksBlaBla Community: geeksblaba.com Follow Mohamed Aboulaid: https://x.com/laytoun

    1h2min
  7. Building the TanStack (Formerly React Query) with Tanner Linsley

    06/06/2025

    Building the TanStack (Formerly React Query) with Tanner Linsley

    In this podcast episode, I sit down with Tanner Linsley, co-founder of Nozzle and the visionary behind TanStack (formerly React Query). With over a decade of experience in software development and open source, Tanner shares his incredible journey, from his early days as an aspiring audio engineer to becoming a leading figure in the frontend community. Join us as Tanner gives the back story of TanStack, including upcoming features and new libraries, and offers valuable advice for aspiring open source contributors. Show Notes: TanStack: https://tanstack.com Twitter: https://x.com/tannerlinsley Nozzle: https://nozzle.io (Tanner's SEO tracking company) Remix: https://remix.run (acquired by Shopify) Astro: https://astro.build Gatsby: https://gatsbyjs.com

    1h14min
  8. Building Shopify Apps and SaaS Insights with Benjamin Ayles

    27/05/2025

    Building Shopify Apps and SaaS Insights with Benjamin Ayles

    Try it free today at saasinsights.com (Sponsored) Key topics covered: - Breaking into Shopify app development during the pandemic - The reality of vibe coding and AI-assisted development- Building scalable applications vs. quick MVPs - Navigating Shopify's evolving app store requirements - Practical insights on app store optimization and keyword tracking Show Notes: - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminayles - The Courage To Be Disliked: https://www.amazon.com/Courage-Be-Disliked-yourself-happiness/dp/1760630721 - The Lean Startup: https://theleanstartup.com - The SaaS Playbook: https://www.amazon.es/SaaS-Playbook-Multimillion-Dollar-Startup-Without/dp/B0C87KHT1L - Vibe Coding at YC: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IACHfKmZMr8

    1h12min
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A podcast where I interview software engineers by sharing their story and entrepreneurship journey

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  • Criado por
    Ilias Haddad
  • Anos de atividade
    2023 - 2025
  • Episódios
    31
  • Classificação
    Livre
  • Copyright
    © Ilias Haddad
  • Site do podcast
    Yalla Let's Code