JavaScript Jabber

Charles and Dan dive deep into the world of programming languages, development practices, and the trade-offs that shape our daily coding lives. Joining them is special guest Tomer Gabel, an experienced backend engineer, and consultant. In this episode, they unpack the productivity benefits and challenges of using Rails, deliberate on the pros and cons of dynamic languages, and explore the fascinat...

In this episode, AJ and Steve dive deep into the world of Vue.js and API integration with a special guest, Daniel Kelly, a seasoned lead instructor at Vue School. this episode is packed with valuable discussions on using the useFetch Vue component for seamless API requests, navigating the challenges of migrating from Vue 2 to Vue 3, and embracing TypeScript for a more robust development experience...

AJ and Steve dive deep into the world of interactive coding tutorials alongside guest, Tomek Sułkowski. They kick off with a brief chat about the weather before delving into Tomek's expertise in creating engaging and interactive tutorials—shedding light on everything from the history of coding tutorials to the technical wonders of web containers, brought to prominence by platforms like Stackblitz....

 In today's episode, Charles, Steve, and AJ, are joined by back-end engineer and team lead at Homebound, Stephen Haberman. We delve into the fascinating world of SQL c and its revolutionary approach to managing SQL queries with dedicated SQL files, delivering benefits such as reduced typing errors and pre-deployment checks. Stephen also walks us through the advantages and limitations of ORMs versu...

They dive deep into the world of mentorship, personal growth, and problem-solving with our special guests, Joao and Manny, alongside our insightful panelists, AJ and Charles. In this episode, they explore the transformative power of weekly accountability meetings (WAM), where tasks are committed and followed up with a yes or no, no excuses allowed. Joao and Manny share their journey of mentorship...

Today, Charles, Dan, AJ, and Steve dive into a range of fascinating discussions. Joining this episode is special guest, Ryan Dahl, the visionary creator behind Node.js and Deno. In this episode, they traverse an eclectic mix of topics, from humorous offbeat news and dad jokes to in-depth tech discussions. They explore the complexities and legalities surrounding free speech, offering diverse perspe...

Dan Shappir takes the lead this week to discuss Core Web Vitals and how Google is pushing the web to be faster. He leads Chuck, Aimee, and AJ through the ways that developers can measure and improve the performance of websites based on the statistics specified by Google as components of Google rankings. Sponsors  Wix Studio Links Web Vitals Picks Aimee-  GitHub | treosh/lighthouse-ci-action Aimee-...

Dan together with Josh Goldberg, a prominent open-source maintainer and author of "Learning TypeScript, dive into the world of TypeScript and JavaScript with a special focus on the upcoming Squiggleconf. In this episode, they'll detail the conference format, including its dedicated days for talks and workshops, and highlight the impressive lineup of speakers who will cover topics like ASTs, TypeSc...

 Dive into a fascinating discussion blending the worlds of literature, gaming, and tech. In this episode, Chuck and Dan explore the intriguing connections between The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, including an extraordinary tale about Israeli pilots translating The Hobbit during wartime. They share insights into Guy Gavriel Kaye’s standalone novel Tigana, inspired by Renaissance Italy, and dis...

In this episode, they dive deep into the world of coding, meetups, and the evolving landscape of technical interviews. Join them as they explore the fascinating use of OpenAI's technology for coding assistance, the challenges of setting up impactful meetups, and the intricacies of mastering LeetCode problems. Our experts share invaluable insights—from leveraging AI tools like GPT to generate code...

In this episode, they dive deep into the intricate world of JavaScript loading and web performance. Join the panel with insightful discussions led by Dan, Charles, Steve, and special guest Yoav Weiss—an expert with extensive experience in web performance from his time at Google, Akamai, and Shopify. They explore the latest initiatives aimed at improving ES modules, import maps, and the challenges...

The JSJ panel talks with Morad Stern from Wix about personal branding; what it is, why it’s important for developers, and how to build it. Links Obama asks America to learn computer science Configuring Apache Solr Multi-core With Drupal and Tomcat on Ubuntu 9.10 Picks AJ -  War Stories | How Crash Bandicoot Hacked The Original Playstation AJ -  Crash Bandicoot Co-Creator Andy Gavin: Extended Inter...

In this captivating episode, they dive deep into the world of AI, hands-on learning, and the evolving landscape of development with Steve Sewell from Builder.io. They explore the misconceptions about needing deep AI expertise to build AI products and highlight the importance of rapid iteration and practical experience. They discuss everything from the financial implications of AI, and strategies t...

 In today's episode, they dive deep into web performance optimization and the strategies employed by our expert panel to achieve it. Join Dan, Steve, Charles, and guest Vinicius Dallacqua   as they explore robust techniques like code splitting, lazy loading, and server-side solutions to enhance website performance. In this episode, you'll hear Vinicius discuss his experiences with different benchm...

In today's episode, they dive deep into the world of JavaScript and TypeScript. They explore the innovative message-passing style between components using Effect Cluster, a game-changing alpha product that integrates seamlessly with solutions like Remix and React Server Components. Join them as Michael sheds light on the ease of transitioning TypeScript developers familiar with frameworks like Rea...

 In today's episode, they delve into the fascinating world of mobile web development with our esteemed guest, Maximiliano Firtman, a seasoned web developer from Buenos Aires, Argentina, who has over two decades of experience. Join them as Maximiliano takes you on a journey through the evolution of web and mobile development, starting from the early days of pure HTML and classic ASP, progressing th...

Robin Marx is a Web Protocol and Performance Expert at Akamai. They dive deep into the fascinating world of networking performance, where experts share invaluable resources and insights to optimize your web development projects. The speakers recommend essential tools and books like "High-Performance Browser Networking" by Ilya Grigorik and Barry Pollard's work on HTTP 2, and they dissect the nuanc...

In this episode, they dive deep into the latest advancements in React with a special focus on the experimental React Compiler. Our guest speakers, Sathya Gunasekaran and Joe Savona, share their insights on how this cutting-edge tool aims to enhance performance and streamline development without disrupting existing code. They explore the goals of the React Compiler, including auto memoization, lint...

Jack Franklin is a Senior Software Engineer at Google. They dive deep into the world of performance optimization. They explore the sophisticated capabilities of Chrome DevTools, focusing on the performance and insights panels. Jack shares invaluable tips on utilizing tools like Lighthouse and the flame chart to prioritize and analyze web performance, along with practical advice for maintaining a c...

In this episode, they dive into the world of web development, featuring insightful discussions on the differences and costs associated with hiring React Native developers, the importance of understanding web standards and browser differences, and the ongoing efforts of the Open Web Advocacy organization. They share their experiences, concerns, and insights on Apple's impact on the open web, the EU...

 Zach Lankton is the Product Engineer at Signature Payments. They dive deep into the world of software development and tech innovations. In this episode, they explore a wide range of topics, the main focus is on ReZact, a cutting-edge front-end framework discussed by Zach, which shares similarities with React and Svelte. The conversation covers the framework's unique features, the challenges of cu...

Lazar Nikolov is a Full-stack engineer. They engage in a deep exploration of diverse subjects, from historical veracity and book recommendations to crucial insights on web performance monitoring tools. Join the esteemed panelists as they navigate the complexities of understanding historical events, reflect on significant global issues such as Holocaust Memorial Day and ongoing conflicts, and delve...

Santosh Yadav is a Google Developer Expert for Angular. They dive into the world of JavaScript and development. The discussion centers around the topic of why Angular is considered the best framework, with insights from Santosh, Steve Edwards, and Charles Max Wood. They explore the history and evolution of Angular, its resurgence, and the recent improvements post-Angular 14. They also delve into A...

Feel like you don’t know enough about Web3? Don’t worry, neither do we. That’s where these podcasts come in! In this new episode, the Jabberers sit down with Nik Kalyani, the founder of Decentology and overall Web3 expert. The gang discusses the “big D” of Web3 (and why you need to understand it), how Web3 changes the game for blockchain and the like, and how Web3 is going to make gaming bigger AN...

Tony Alicea is a Udemy and Pluralsight Instructor. They delve into the crucial topic of understanding and mastering technology, featuring insightful discussions and experiences from our speakers. From the shift in focus from technical problems to effective communication and marketing to the significance of deeply understanding a system rather than just focusing on coding, they provide valuable per...