Talks with Ido Evergreen

Tanstack AI is one of the most talked-about AI SDKs right now, and it’s still in alpha. In this episode, I’m joined by Alem Tuzlak, core maintainer at Tanstack and lead on TanStack AI and Tanstack DevTools, to break down what TanStack AI actually is, why it was built, and where it’s headed. Follow Alem's on X : https://x.com/AlemTuzlak

In this new episode, Artem Zakharchenko creator of Mock Service Worker (MSW) and a Testing Instructor at Epic Web join me to break down why testing is the most valuable skill a developer can master. Artem argues that testing is an inseparable part of development, not a chore, and explains how to build trust in your code by writing effective tests. He tackles common developer frustrations, from the...

In this conversation, Rizel Scarlett joins me and dives into how AI is reshaping the way developers work. Rizel walks through what Goose actually is, why MCP matters, and how agents move beyond autocomplete into real autonomy. We get into practical workflows, how to keep agents from hallucinating, what tasks you should hand off vs keep for yourself, and why the Chrome DevTools MCP server changes t...

In this episode, Jacek Pudysz author of Unistyles and Uniwind breaks it down with real clarity. We get into why styling feels scattered, what Uniwind and Unistyles are actually doing under the hood, and how performance and consistency shape the future of building for mobile. If you work with React Native, or you’ve ever fought with styling on a big codebase, this conversation will make you rethink...

In this episode, I chat with Dan Stepanov, the maintainer behind NativeWind and NativeWind UI. We dive deep into the world of React Native, covering:What React Native really is and how it works across iOS, Android, and the webThe evolution of Create Expo Stack and its impact on developer toolingThe philosophy behind NativeWind and NativeWind UI, and why they matter for styling and native-feel expe...

In this episode, I talk with Jeppe Reinhold, maintainer of Storybook and engineer at Chromatic, about how Storybook fits into modern UI workflows. We cover: The three pillars of Storybook: development, documentation, and testing How solo developers and teams use Storybook differently Storybook’s role in design systems (and why it isn’t a design system itself) When you shouldn’t use Storybook What’...

Join Ido Evergreen and Oliver Dunk from the Google Chrome extension team as they delve into the world of Chrome extensions. This episode covers everything from the basics of building and publishing extensions to the Chrome Web Store to essential security practices and monetization strategies. Whether you're a seasoned developer or just starting out, this conversation is packed with insights to hel...

In this episode, I'm joined by Matt Perry, creator of Motion (previously Framer Motion), the animation library powering thousands of web experiences. We dive deep into the art and engineering of animation on the web ---Our Guest Matt Perry Motion https://motion.dev Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:jqvi... Twitter https://x.com/mattgperry ---Host Ido Evergreen Twitter : https://x.com/IdoEve...

In this episode, I sit down with Tejas Kumar to explore the intersection of AI and frontend development. From building AI tools to navigating job security in the AI era, we dive deep into the future of generative AI, emerging developer skills, and real talk on staying relevant. ⏱️ TIMELINE 00:00 – Intro teaser 01:30 – The excitement around changes in frontend 05:00 – Has Tejas built his own AI too...

In this episode, I sit down with Santosh Yadav, a Google Developer Expert, Staff Engineer, and one of the most active voices in the Angular ecosystem, to explore Angular evolution, its modern landscape, and why it continues to power massive enterprise apps today. We talk history, misconceptions, architecture, job trends, and everything a modern dev should know. 📌 Follow Santosh: Twitter/X: https:...

In this episode, I’m joined by Patrick Odey, Developer Relations Engineer at  @APItoolkit  , to unpack the world of API observability, why it's more than just logging, and how modern teams can use tools like APIToolkit to catch issues before they escalate. We cover: What API observability actually mean How does it differ from traditional logging Common API development pitfalls How APIToolkit works...

In this episode, we explore the opportunities and challenges of building web applications for feature phones powered by remote Chromium browsers. These devices are gaining traction in emerging markets, offering access to modern web experiences with minimal hardware requirements. We dive into what makes feature phones appealing in certain regions, how cloud-rendered browsers change the developer ex...

in this episode, I sit down with Dr. Mehmet Aydın Baytaş, a designer and engineer based in Gothenburg, Sweden, to discuss the evolving field of design engineering.🔹 What is Design Engineering?🔹 How can frontend developers transition into design engineering?🔹 The skill sets & tools you need to thrive in this space.🔹 Project ideas and career opportunities in design & human-computer inter...

Micro frontends are transforming frontend development, but they come with some challenges. In this episode, I sat down with Luca Mezzalira a Serverless Specialist Solutions Architect, to break down the best strategies for adopting microfrontends successfully. We discussed common pitfalls, architectural best practices, and when not to use microfrontends. Plus, we covered how to manage collaboration...

In this episode, I sit down with Tero Piirainen to dive into Nue.js, a framework designed to simplify and enhance web development. At the time of recording, Nue.js was branded as a "design engineering framework for the web," but the framework's narrative is evolving toward a "standards-first web framework" approach. We discuss what makes Nue.js unique, its core principles, and how it fits into the...

Join me as I chat with Andrey Sitnik, creator of PostCSS, in this season finale episode. We dove deep into the evolution of postCSS, what it means for the tool as it enters maintenance mode and the future of CSS. Plus, we got to chat about Andrey’s exciting work on the Logux project—a flexible JS framework to make a local-first sync engine. Links from our discussion: https://sitnik.ru/en/ PostCSS...

I had an amazing conversation with François Best, the creator of nuqs, where we explored the ins and outs of this powerful library for type-safe URL state management in Next.js. We reviewed the documentation, discussing the core features and what to expect in future releases. docs: https://nuqs.47ng.com/ X: https://x.com/nuqs47ng Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/IdoEvergreen Follow me on...

I had a great conversation about Astro with Ben Holmes ‪@bholmesdev‬ ​⁠​⁠​⁠ ​⁠, the core maintainer at Astro. Astro is a web framework for content-driven websites. Astro docs : https://astro.build/ Definitely check it out guys 🔥🔥🔥🔥

I had an awesome conversation about frontend architecture with ​⁠​⁠ ‪@charca22‬   Maxi from Frontend at Scale. Check out Frontend at Scale https://frontendatscale.com/ and also follow Maxi on Twitter https://x.com/charca Also, check out maxi course : https://frontendatscale.com/workshop/ C4 model : https://c4model.com/

In this first episode, I will sit down with Yassine Haimouch ​⁠ ‪@thegitcoder‬ to explore the world of ReactJS! Yassin shares valuable insights into the latest React features, best practices for building efficient applications, and more. Guest: Yassine Haimouch Twitter:  @gitcoder Website:  gitcoder.me Host: Ido Evergreen Website:  idoevergreen.me Twitter:  @idoevergreen GitHub:  @evergreenx YouTu...