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#029 - Write Laravel, not PHP (feat. Aaron Francis)

Nov 27, 2023
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Aaron Francis
Aaron Francis, web developer and Laravel expert, joins Lane to discuss the evolution of PHP and its usage in Laravel. They explore different programming communities and the challenges of discussions on Twitter. The speakers also share their opinions on dynamic typing, PHP and React, and the current state of React and web development.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
PHP's Evolution and Usage in Laravel
01:47 • 15min
3
Different Perspectives on Programming Communities
16:26 • 24min
4
Dynamic Typing and Preferences
40:49 • 11min
5
Opinions on PHP and React, Pressure of Giving Answers, and Tool Recommendation
52:17 • 2min
6
Opinions on Static Typing and the Use of Dollar Signs in PHP
54:32 • 2min
7
Discussion on the Current State of React and Web Development
56:07 • 3min