Notes On Work - by Caleb Porzio Ian is wrong Aaron is right
Jan 14, 2025
Dive into the world of creating a top-notch date picker library. Discover the tough decisions between custom solutions and existing options, all while emphasizing accessibility. Hear about the deep passion driving developers behind the Flux tool, showcasing its impact on web development. The conversation spotlights the importance of long-term vision and meaningful communication in projects that resonate personally and professionally.
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Podcast Discussion
- Caleb heard Ian and Aaron discuss his date picker on their podcast.
- He felt compelled to respond, as they were making assumptions about his decisions.
Building vs. Using Existing
- Existing date pickers lack quality and accessibility features.
- Caleb prioritizes quality, accessibility, and mobile experience.
Date Libraries
- Moment.js is too large, and the browser's date object is sufficient.
- Date-fns is an option, but Caleb prefers custom helpers for date math.