Syntax - Tasty Web Development Treats

872: Too much AI × Disappointed in Firefox × Planning New Projects × Hard Truths

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Jan 29, 2025
Wes and Scott tackle juicy web development topics, from the best HTML tags for product grids to using TypeScript for null checks. They dive into the rising influence of AI on coding practices and share thoughts on various web browsers, critiquing Firefox and praising Edge. The duo discusses project planning challenges and the importance of proper dependency management. Plus, they reflect on the evolving landscape of tech opinions and share unique perspectives on deploying apps with SvelteKit while laughing over family adventures with a metal detector.
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ADVICE

Product Grid Container

  • Use a <section> element to contain a grid of products.
  • Each individual product should be an <article>, styled with CSS Grid.
ADVICE

TypeScript Null Checks

  • Avoid using the TypeScript non-null assertion operator (!).
  • Optional chaining (?) is acceptable but can silently fail.
ADVICE

Adapt to AI

  • Adapt to AI tools in web development to stay competitive.
  • Ignoring AI's potential could lead to being left behind.
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