JavaScript Jabber

Ismail Pelaseyed, co-founder of Superagent, discusses the practical applications of AI assistants and the challenges of deploying open-source projects. They also cover the technical differences between AI frameworks, the importance of user-facing UI components with AI, and the potential impact of Superagent on the AI industry.

Today the panel is discussing iterating on open source projects. Aimee and AJ recall a conversation they had in the past on this subject and AJ talks about some of his experience iterating with open source. AJ believes that we have an obligation to capture the value of what you create so that we can reinvest and create more value, though he admits that making money in open source is a unique challenge because donations only really work if you have a project that gets billions of downloads a month. As your project grows, it has to change in order to survive, and eventually you will need to get financial support from your project. The panel agrees that some of the main issues with iterating in open source are maintaining the code and getting feedback from users, financial backing, and roadmapping and integrations.The panel discusses their methods for getting feedback from their users. This feedback is valuable because it can show you things that you missed. They acknowledge that there can be conflicts of interest between those who only use the project and those who financially support it, and you have to make a choice. Unfortunately, someone is probably going to be inconvenienced no matter what choice you make. When making these decisions, you have to consider who it helps, who it frustrates, and who it may cause problems for. The panelists talk about different ways they’ve handled making these decisions in the past. The JavaScript experts talk about the importance of having data on your user base in order to make good choices for your users. They talk about different methods for notifying your users of upcoming changes and how it will affect compatibility, and some of the challenges with communicating with your users. AJ talks about an iteration he thought was a good idea but that a lot of people hated and how he noticed that the new users liked it but the old users did not. They panel agrees that people in general don’t like change. AJ talks about what he learned from this experience. Another common issue is integrating with other services. Integrating with cloud services, or at least giving people the option to integrate gives you an opportunity to reach more people and maintain the project long term. AJ gives some final thoughts to close the show, namely that most projects never go anywhere, and that’s ok. If you’ve got something that starts going somewhere, think early on about how you can better serve the community and remember that these people are mostly grateful and semi-willing to support you. He believes that if you are helping people create value, you deserve to see the fruits of your labor. He advises listeners to stay true to your open source ideals, think about your users perspective, and that the earlier you can think about this and make these choices, the better it is for your project SponsorsChuck's Resume Template Developer Book Club Become a Top 1% Dev with a Top End Devs MembershipLinksHow-npm-am-iReactVue.jsLet’s EncryptAsync/awaitNodePicksAimee - Debug Like a NinjaSteve - Jack Ryan AJ - Why I, as a black man, attend KKK meetingsCharles - It’s a Wonderful LifeCharles - Mr. Kreuger’s ChristmasSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/javascript-jabber/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/javascript-jabber--6102064/support.

The podcast explores the pros and cons of arrow functions and the debate about semicolons in JavaScript. It also delves into the use of different quotes for strings and the rise of TypeScript. Additional topics include array manipulation, coding laziness, and the challenges of understanding JavaScript code.

Jared Hanson, software engineer at Okta, discusses the challenges of secure authentication and the potential of WebAuthn. They also explore the frustrations with ongoing changes in browser technology and the flexibility and future strategies of Passport JS. Additionally, they touch on the complexity of JavaScript type checking and troubleshooting touchscreen issues. Tune in for cutting-edge trends in the JavaScript and Node.js ecosystems!

Andreas Møller is a software engineer and the creator of Toddle, a platform that lets you build web applications without traditional code. They dive into the world of web development and the exciting rise of no-code and low-code approaches. They discuss the power and complexity of Toddle, its unique visual programming language, and how it enables efficient web development. They talk about the nitty-gritty of visual programming and the complexities of version control, so stick around and join us for this deep dive into the ever-evolving world of web development.SponsorsChuck's Resume Template Raygun - Application Monitoring For Web & Mobile AppsMiroBecome a Top 1% Dev with a Top End Devs MembershipLinksToddle SocialsLinkedIn: Andreas MøllerPicksAJ - A Man Called OttoAJ - Jonathan BlowDan - Dan's tweet about Jesus being a Jew from JudeaDan - Lucky Hank TV showSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/javascript-jabber/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/javascript-jabber--6102064/support.

Bianca Grizhar, a product manager at Raygun with expertise in AI and software development, joins Sumitra Manga, a software engineer specializing in front-end development, for an insightful discussion. They explore the vital role of Core Web Vitals in SEO and user experience, emphasizing metrics like LCP, FID, and CLS. The conversation also covers how Raygun aids in performance monitoring, the importance of real user data, and the collaborative effort needed across teams to optimize web performance. They even touch on personal experiences with ADHD in the tech community!

Gilad Shoham is a developer and open-source leader at Bit. They explore the latest trends and insights in the world of development and technology. The conversation also delves into the complexities of managing and sharing software components, detailing the challenges and potential solutions, and exploring innovative ways to manage components and share code.SponsorsChuck's Resume Template Raygun - Application Monitoring For Web & Mobile AppsMiroBecome a Top 1% Dev with a Top End Devs MembershipLinksdira-lehaskilBit SocialsLinkedIn: Gilad ShohamTwitter: @ShohamGiladPicksAJ - Batman BeginsAJ - Mario Kart 8 DeluxeAJ - AlbaniaAJ - PrimeagenSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/javascript-jabber/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/javascript-jabber--6102064/support.

SaltyAom is a cosplayer, developer, and creator of ElysiaJS. They deep dive into the complexities of JavaScript and TypeScript, offering insights into backend development, performance optimizations, and the evolving landscape of these programming languages.SponsorsChuck's Resume Template MiroBecome a Top 1% Dev with a Top End Devs MembershipLinksElysia.JSTwitter: @elysiaJSSocialsGitHub: SaltyAomTwitter: @saltyAomPicksAJ - Metal Shower Head HolderAJ - Super Mario RPGAJ - ThePrimeagenAJ - Zig (via Webi)Charles - AstraCharles - HoneybadgerSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/javascript-jabber/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/javascript-jabber--6102064/support.

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Patrick Meenan works at Google Chrome. They explore the latest techniques in web performance and optimization. They dive deep into the world of asset compression and delivery optimization. They also explore the challenges and considerations when it comes to bundling, caching, delta updates, and many more!SponsorsChuck's Resume Template Raygun - Application Monitoring For Web & Mobile AppsBecome a Top 1% Dev with a Top End Devs MembershipSocialsLinkedIn: Patrick MeenanTwitter: @patmeenanPicksCharles - Living Forest | Board GameDan - Twitter: @DanShappirDan - Quora | Dan ShappirPatrick - Web Conferences AmsterdamSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/javascript-jabber/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/javascript-jabber--6102064/support.