The Changelog: Software Development, Open Source Retreat to attack (Friends)
Nov 14, 2025
Dive into the Alive Internet Theory, sparking hope for meaningful online interactions. Explore the potential of Meshtastic for off-grid communication and discover the secrets of Zstandard compression for faster data processing. The rise of Forward Deployed Engineers highlights a shift in tech roles toward problem-solving. React’s reign continues as discussions unfold around its 'dead framework' theory. Don't miss the debate on AI-generated content's benefits and drawbacks, along with insights on how AI agents can revolutionize coding workflows.
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Recording Plans Derailed By Shutdown
- Adam and Jerod planned to record in San Francisco but canceled due to government shutdown disruptions.
- They recorded the extended director's-cut episode from their home studios instead.
Internet Still Has Real Human Life
- The Alive Internet Theory argues the web still hosts real humans seeking help, laughs, and connection despite AI noise.
- Jerod and Adam find nostalgia projects (e.g., Winamp-style Alive site) restore faith in genuine human content.
Eliminate Downstream Bottlenecks
- Remove downstream bottlenecks like slow builds and PR reviews to unlock massive developer velocity.
- Use tools (e.g., Depot) to accelerate builds and CI so small teams can scale output safely.