Syntax - Tasty Web Development Treats

784: Logging × Blogging × Testing × Freelancing

Jun 19, 2024

55:36

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Topics discussed include modern blogging, website environmental impact, LangChain with LLMs, CSS hyphens, unit vs. integration testing, balancing web development with parenthood, and global freelancing. Tips on new parents staying current, freelance success, and audio setup are shared. Sick Picks feature the Deep Cover Podcast and a Pressure Washer Surface Cleaner.

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Quick takeaways

Balancing web development with new parenthood is a challenge many face in staying current on industry trends.

Using LangChain with LLMs can enhance the efficiency of working with large language models.

Website environmental data sharing and tracking can help in reducing the environmental impact of online platforms.

Deep dives

Deep Cover - Unraveling the Mystery of a Murder Through False Identities

Deep Cover is a captivating podcast that delves into the intricacies of tracking down a murderer with only a rumor of a murder. The season focuses on unraveling the mystery of the victim's identity to bring the murderer to justice. It offers a thrilling narrative akin to solving a complex puzzle, enhancing the listener's engagement and sense of suspense.

We Should Be Talking About The Environmental Impact Of GPUs

02:15

End-to-End Testing for Web Developers

01:26

Utilize Sentry for Comprehensive Performance and Error Solutions

01:44

Intro

2min

Rapid Growth of Nature and Logging Challenges in Vercel

4min

Importance of Logging in Web Development and Blogging's Resurgence

11min

Exploring Lang chain and Vercel AI for AI coding processes

3min

CSS Properties and Testing in Web Development

11min

Navigating Parenthood and Freelancing in Web Development

16min

Exploring New Podcasts and Enjoying Escape Rooms

4min

Efficient Concrete Cleaning with Pressure Washer Surface Cleaner

3min

In this Potluck episode, Scott and Wes tackle listener questions on modern blogging, website environmental impact, and using LangChain with LLMs. They also cover CSS hyphens, unit vs. integration testing, and balancing web development with new parenthood.

Show Notes

00:00 Welcome to Syntax!
00:13 How to submit a question for future episodes.
- Potluck Questions.
02:46 Brought to you by Sentry.io.
03:21 Logging from a site.
08:39 Blogging in 2024.
11:49 Sharing website environmental data.
17:38 Using LangChain when working with LLMs.
21:03 CSS Hyphens and Overflow-Wrap.
- Hyphens Browser Compatibility.
- Overflow-Wrap.
25:52 Similarities between WASM, JVM and .NET.
27:25 Writing unit testing and integration testing.
32:00 How can new parents stay current on web development trends?
34:47 Working globally as a freelance developer.
37:26 Scott’s audio setup. Why audio interfaces have DSP built in.
- ChaseBliss Pedal.
43:04 UI libraries for synth/audio plugins.
44:02 CSS module scripts.
- CSS Modules in CSS Module Scripts.
48:39 Sick Picks + Shameless Plugs.