Syntax - Tasty Web Development Treats 736: CJ Reynolds is Joining Syntax
Feb 28, 2024
CJ Reynolds, a Senior Content Producer and host of Coding Garden, dives into his journey from childhood coding to full-stack web development. He shares his balance of personal interests like skateboarding with his professional growth, and discusses his current tech obsessions, including frameworks like Hono and TypeScript. The conversation highlights his philosophy on teaching and the significance of experimenting with new technologies. Plus, insights on ergonomics in workspaces and a lighthearted chat about quirky household gadgets make for an entertaining listen!
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
First Website
- CJ Reynolds's first website was a Calvin and Hobbes fan site built with HTML, CSS, and Frontpage.
- It was hosted on Tripod and later other free services like Lycos, AngelFire, and GeoCities.
Web Dev Motivation
- CJ's motivation for learning web development stemmed from wanting to share his passion for Calvin and Hobbes.
- Later, he created MySpace themes using CSS and ActionScript.
CompSci Degree Benefits
- A computer science degree provides an unconscious advantage in web development.
- It influences developers to prioritize performant solutions, even without directly using algorithms daily.