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Mar 28, 2025 • 29min

The Learn Hotwire Course, GitHub Sign-off for CI and Yarn versions

This engaging discussion highlights the hosts' journey with the 'Learn Hotwire' course, featuring over 50 videos on various modern technologies. They explore the challenges of version management with Yarn and ASDF, sharing insights on packaging and deployment processes. The duo reflects on hitting notable milestones, including their 300th episode, while emphasizing the importance of effective CI practices through GitHub Sign-Off for optimal testing. With humorous anecdotes and technical advice, their camaraderie shines throughout the conversation.
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Mar 21, 2025 • 48min

Mac Upgrades to Debugging Dilemmas

The hosts dive into Chris's shiny new Mac Studio, unpacking its perks for video work and development. They tackle a tricky WebSocket bug, sharing debugging tales that resonate with any developer. The conversation shifts to the nitty-gritty of crafting effective conference proposals, enriched by personal experiences from RailsConf. Andrew updates on Cyberpunk while Chris celebrates the inspiring rise of the game ‘Balatro,’ highlighting a developer's journey from side project to success. Tune in for tech talk and gaming inspiration!
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Mar 14, 2025 • 42min

Stripes Subscription Challenges

Join Chris and Andrew as they tackle the chaos of time zones and scheduling mishaps. They share insights on migrating development environments and the nuances of managing Stripe subscriptions, including webhook intricacies. The duo discusses the financial implications of downtime and considers travel logistics, from the pros of flying versus driving to the controversial 'skip lagging' strategy. They also explore their Cyberpunk 2077 adventures, diving into character development and game strategies for an entertaining experience.
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Mar 7, 2025 • 56min

Advanced Package Management, PostgresSQL, and Mise

The hosts kick off with lighthearted banter about birthdays, setting a jovial tone. They tackle tough technical challenges with PostgreSQL on Ubuntu, sharing debugging stories and package management insights. A deep dive into Mize reveals its powerful tools for managing programming environments and enhancing Ruby development. The conversation shifts to terminal applications, contrasting Warp and Alacritty’s features. They also highlight the evolution of referral programs and explore advanced command workflows, emphasizing innovative educational resources.
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Feb 28, 2025 • 51min

Cyberpunk, Vite and Ruby Releases

Discover the evolution of Cyberpunk 2077 as the hosts share their renewed passion for this once-troubled game and its exciting expansions. They navigate the quirky card game Balatro that has a real-life casino influence. Tune in for insights into modern web development tools like Hotwire and Vite, tackling coding frustrations and the importance of error management. The conversation also ventures into Ruby's latest release and coding mishaps, sprinkled with humor and relatable anecdotes about life both on the road and behind a computer.
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Feb 26, 2025 • 55min

Annotating Models to Esbuild Challenges

The hosts dive into productivity challenges, from juggling sleep schedules to caring for a sick dog. They discuss the complexities of modern JavaScript tooling, specifically the headaches of configuring esbuild. The importance of reusable themes and cohesive color systems for web apps is highlighted, showcasing Tailwind CSS variables. There's a candid conversation about the balance between thorough documentation and practical use. They also tackle the struggles of maintaining legacy code while keeping development tools up to date.
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Feb 15, 2025 • 47min

Jason’s Farewell – So Long, and Thanks for All the BETs!

Jason bids farewell as hosts reflect on their journey, celebrating connections and memories shared over six years. They dive into the impact of AI tools on programming, the evolution of debugging challenges, and the significance of authentic relationships in the Ruby community. Nostalgia for past episodes, favorite TV shows, and playful banter enrich their heartfelt discussion. As they navigate Jason's departure, the hosts share laughs and insights, highlighting the growth fostered by their podcasting adventure.
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Feb 7, 2025 • 51min

High Leverage Rails & SQLite with Stephen Margheim

Stephen Margheim joins the discussion, renowned for enhancing the developer experience with Ruby and SQLite. He shares his journey improving SQLite’s integration in Rails, making it production-ready for web applications. The conversation also highlights his upcoming course 'High Leverage Rails,' aimed at empowering developers with rapid development tools. Additionally, they explore new features in SQLite, the advantages of database management, and rethinking success metrics in tech, all while advocating for practical approaches to development.
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Jan 31, 2025 • 1h 4min

Hotwire Native with Joe Masilotti

Joe Masilotti, author of "Hotwire Native for Rails Developers," shares his expertise in mobile app development. He dives into the evolution from Turbolinks to Hotwire Native, discussing its benefits for Rails developers. Joe highlights challenges like authentication and push notifications, emphasizing server-side logic for efficiency. He reveals insights from his upcoming book, including managing app maintenance and navigating language transitions from Ruby to Swift and Kotlin. Tune in for an engaging journey through coding and creativity!
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Jan 24, 2025 • 54min

Sin City Ruby & Testing with Jason Swett

Jason Swett, an author and speaker behind the 'Nonsense Monthly' newsletter and 'Professional Rails Testing', shares insights on software testing challenges. He discusses the philosophy of viewing tests as specifications, emphasizing clarity in writing them. The conversation also touches on engaging conference experiences in Las Vegas, highlighting community connections and humorous anecdotes. Jason examines the evolving landscape of observability in software development, stressing the importance of user experience over mere metrics.

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