In this discussion, Andrew Lisowski, a Senior Engineer at Descript, shares his expertise in video and audio editing software that enhances content creation. He highlights the surprising complexities in video editing, especially compared to audio, and the ethical implications of AI in media. Andrew also explores the unique challenges of video podcasting, including technical setups and audience growth for niche creators. Additionally, he reflects on the evolution of web technologies and the intricacies of handling video formats, illustrating the delicate balance of innovation and user needs.
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Aligner Technology
Descript uses an "aligner" to synchronize transcripts with audio/video.
The aligner analyzes waveforms and matches them to spoken words, enabling transcript-based editing.
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Over-Editing Pitfalls
Andrew Lisowski encountered issues with over-editing filler words in his podcast, DevTools FM.
Viewers preferred natural pauses and filler words to the "choppy" effect of excessive editing.
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Authenticity vs. Clarity
Removing filler words in audio enhances clarity, especially in technical discussions.
Richard Feldman notes a trade-off between conversational authenticity and editing for clarity.
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Elm in Action, authored by Richard Feldman, serves as a comprehensive guide to Elm, a functional programming language known for its focus on building user interfaces. The book covers various aspects of Elm, from its core concepts to advanced techniques. It provides a practical approach to learning Elm, guiding readers through the process of building real-world applications. Feldman's expertise shines through as he explains complex topics in a clear and concise manner. The book is well-structured, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced developers looking to expand their knowledge of functional programming and web development. Readers will gain a solid understanding of Elm's strengths and how to leverage its features to create efficient and maintainable code.
Richard talks with Andrew Lisowski, a Senior Engineer at Descript - which makes audio and video editing software that has been used to edit this very podcast! They talk about some of the surprising challenges of dealing with video editing compared to audio alone, the economics of niche podcasts and programming conferences, and the evolution of Web browsers!
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