Language Rankings and Programming Practices

Jerod, Nick & Chris discuss a next-gen JavaScript bundler, Node getting even tighter with TypeScript, the top programming languages according to IEEE Spectrum, Chris’ feelings on Node’s built-in test runner & more!

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Featuring:

• Jerod Santo – GitHub, LinkedIn, Mastodon, X
• Nick Nisi – Website, GitHub, Mastodon, X
• Christopher Hiller – Website, GitHub, Mastodon, X

Show Notes:

• Announcing Rspack 1.0
• Node.js — Node v22.7.0 (Current)
• Top Programming Languages 2024
• MoonScript, a language that compiles to Lua
• TypeScriptToLua
• Home - Satisfactory Game
• Nest ’dem loops featuring NESTED LOOPS
• Song Encoder: $STDOUT
• The TC39 song

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