The Laravel Podcast Live from Laracon US: Taylor Otwell Talks New Features, Forge & Cloud
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Aug 5, 2025 
In this lively discussion, Taylor Otwell, the creator of Laravel and chief architect at Laravel LLC, shares his insights straight from Laracon US. He highlights the impressive growth of Laravel and its evolution, aimed at making the framework more accessible. The conversation delves into the exciting tools like PEST for browser testing and the new features in Laravel Forge and Cloud, enhancing developer independence. Taylor's reflections on the Laravel community and a fun chat about sneaker culture add a personal touch to this informative session.
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Taylor's Laracon Attendance Story
- Taylor Otwell shared his journey attending 23 Laracons globally, missing only a few international ones.
- He noted it's rare to have attended every Laracon US, only three people including himself have done so.
Laravel's Growth and Team Energy
- Laravel now has over 70 employees, which feels surreal to Taylor Otwell.
- He enjoys working with a passionate and easy-going team energized about Laravel's growth.
Team Cohesion at Scale
- As Laravel grew to 70 people, Taylor Otwell sees the team as one unit despite fewer personal relationships.
- They use an internal 'Laradex' to help employees recognize each other, aiding company cohesion.