Jack Herrington: Model Context Protocol (MCP), Growing a YouTube Audience, Getting into Open Source

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Mar 10, 2025

Jack Herrington, a principal engineer with a background at Nike and Walmart, now thrives as a YouTuber and open-source contributor. In this chat, he shares his journey from engineering to content creation and open-source involvement. Jack discusses the nuances of YouTube's algorithm and the importance of self-marketing. He delves into the Model Context Protocol (MCP), showcasing its potential for enhancing AI integration in development workflows. The conversation also touches on the evolving TanStack ecosystem and its cross-platform abilities.

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ANECDOTE

Jack's Career Transition to YouTube

Jack Herrington transitioned from a principal engineer role at Nike and Walmart to a YouTuber.
His YouTube journey began with creating educational content, like brown bag sessions on React Hooks, to a wider audience.

INSIGHT

YouTube Algorithm's Impact on Developer Tutorials

The YouTube algorithm's shift impacted developer tutorial views, potentially due to increased reliance on AI tools like GPT for coding help.
This downturn emphasizes the importance of adapting content and considering how audiences seek information.

ANECDOTE

Shift to Open Source

Jack shifted from YouTube to open source contributions, seeking coding and team interaction.
He prioritized open source contributions to regain a sense of camaraderie and be recognized as a coder.

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