Mostly Technical 51: Launching Flux (Live) with Caleb Porzio
Sep 24, 2024
Caleb Porzio, a developer and entrepreneur, launches Flux live on the podcast, sharing the thrills and challenges of product launches. He discusses password security, server optimization in real time, and the importance of effective communication in software marketing. The conversation also dives into navigating GitHub sponsorship, managing software licensing, and the intricacies of hiring in small businesses. Throughout, Caleb emphasizes the value of simplicity in problem-solving and the excitement surrounding new tools like Flux for PHP developers.
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Upgrade Server to Fix Slowness
- If your server is slow on launch day, upgrade your droplet to a bigger server immediately.
- Throwing money at server limitations solves scaling problems quickly.
Year-Long Alpine Bootcamp
- Caleb spent a year deeply studying Alpine components and accessibility patterns before building Flux's JavaScript core.
- He used this extensive experience as a boot camp to ensure Flux is robust and well-designed out of the gate.
Simplify Team Licensing Model
- Simplify team licenses by offering flat pricing without complicated seat tracking.
- Avoid burdensome management by making team access straightforward and no-brainer.