Syntax - Tasty Web Development Treats 688: Ex-npm Employee Making a New Package Manager?! Vlt with Darcy Clarke
Nov 3, 2023
Join Darcy Clarke, a former npm employee and creator of the vlt package manager, as he shares his fascinating career journey in web development. He dives into the challenges of package management, detailing why we need a new player like vlt. They discuss the complexities of the npm ecosystem, explore on-premises registries, and tackle security vulnerabilities. Plus, hear about Darcy's delightful adventures with his goldendoodle and the nostalgic highs of favorite bands and coffee machines, making for an entertaining blend of tech and personal stories.
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Tweet Wall Challenges
- Darcy and Wes built a tweet wall projected on a building, requiring swear word filtering.
- Refreshing the application remotely proved challenging due to lack of store access, leading to late-night hacks.
DealPage Development
- Wes and Darcy rebuilt DealPage, a daily deal aggregator, for North America.
- Wes learned about email marketing and the limitations of his approach.
NPM's Ecosystem Impact
- Darcy's experience at NPM provided insights into the complexities of managing a large package ecosystem.
- NPM's role in enabling open-source contributions is significant.