Build and Learn DevRelCon, Red Eyes, and Enums
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Sep 10, 2024 
In this lively discussion, renowned chef Grant Achatz shares his culinary experiences and insights from his innovative restaurant, Alinea. Author and artist Austin Kleon chimes in with thoughts on creativity, referencing his book 'Steal Like An Artist.' The duo dives into amusing travel tales from NYC, practical tips for surviving red-eye flights, and the evolving landscape of Developer Relations. They also debate the frustrating complexities of enums in programming, advocating for more flexible practices to adapt to industry changes.
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Red-Eye Flight to DevRelCon
- Colin took a red-eye flight to New York City and arrived just before DevRelCon started.
- He managed with minimal sleep and navigated transport economically, relying on public transit and coffee to power through the conference day.
Sleep Tips for Red-Eye Flights
- Use an inflatable pillow and noise-cancelling headphones to improve sleep on red-eye flights.
- Manage your position on the plane wisely, and avoid being disturbed by passengers needing access to the aisle.
DevRel is Not Dead
- The idea that developer relations (DevRel) is dead is misguided due to its varied roles in different companies.
- DevRel functions differ widely based on company needs, making generalizations about its demise inaccurate.