Nick Nisi from JS Party, Amy Dutton from CompressedFM, and Andres Pineda from the Dominican Republic join in for fun conversations at THAT Conference in Austin, TX. Highlights include the Division Pro and ONI Headset, organizing notes within Obsidian, using a vault for flexibility, domain name trading and protection, and reclaiming control on the internet. They also discuss meeting a listener named On Race and share experiences in Montreal's developer community. The chapter ends with a discussion on inviting a guest and expressing appreciation for the show.
Owning multiple domains can be both exciting and overwhelming, as ideas may not always materialize.
Managing open tabs with tools like Ark can help organize information and improve productivity.
Open source software fosters collaboration, trust, and knowledge sharing among developers, enabling advancements in technology.
Deep dives
Amy's Tons of Domains
Amy owns more than 150 domains, although she feels a bit embarrassed about it and acknowledges that some of the ideas associated with those domains may never materialize.
Adam's Overflowing Tabs
Adam frequently hits the 500 tab limit in his browser and uses Ark to manage his open tabs. He finds it convenient to create spaces for different topics and uses them to organize his tabs.
The Power of Open Source
Open source software enables developers to collaborate and learn from each other. It fosters a sense of community and allows for the improvement and advancement of technology. Without open source, the progress we have made in various technologies would not be possible. It gives developers the opportunity to contribute to projects, provide fixes, and suggest improvements. Open source encourages trust, collaboration, and the sharing of knowledge among creators and users.
Peneidax: Collaborative Art in the Tech Community
The concept of Peneidax originated in the Manicor Republic community. It represents individuals who actively contribute to the improvement of the community through presentations, mentoring, and helping others. Peneidax is a symbol of someone who wants to be better and help others grow in the community. It signifies growth, collaboration, and the desire to make the tech community a better place. Andreas Peneida, the person behind the icon, has embraced the philosophy, helping others overcome their fear of public speaking and actively participating in conferences and events.
The Benefits of Multidisciplinary Approach and Open Source Collaboration
Andreas Peneida emphasizes the benefits of being multidisciplinary in the tech industry. By expanding his knowledge across different programming languages and technologies, he has been able to connect with various communities and increase his network. Open source collaboration has been instrumental in his growth as a developer, allowing him to learn from others, troubleshoot issues, and suggest fixes. Open source projects have transformed the software engineering landscape, making coding a collaborative art form. Both open source and a multidisciplinary approach have played key roles in Andreas's professional growth and his contributions to the tech community.
We’re taking you to the hallway track at THAT Conference in Austin TX, where we have 3 fun conversations: one with our old friend Nick Nisi from JS Party, one with our new(ish) friend Amy Dutton from CompressedFM (who has been a guest on JS Party of late) & one with our brand new friend / long-time listener Andres Pineda from the Dominican Republic.
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