

Code with Jason
Jason Swett
On the Code with Jason podcast I discuss technical topics with interesting people. Guests include people from companies like GitHub, Google and Stripe.
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Apr 28, 2020 • 46min
042 - Docker and Kubernetes with Kelsey Hightower
In this episode I ask Kelsey all kinds of noob questions such as "Under what scenarios should I use Docker?", "How does Kubernetes relate to Docker?" and "Can I borrow your toaster?" This is a great one for people who, like me, still have a hard time wrapping their head around Docker and K8s.Kelsey Hightower on TwitterKubernetes Up and Running

Apr 21, 2020 • 56min
041 - Frank Rietta, Founder & CEO of Rietta.com
In this wide-ranging discussion about Rails security Frank and I talk about the security value of keeping gems updated, the security risk of infrequent deployment, state-sponsored hacking, and much more.Rietta.comFrank Rietta on TwitterHelloConf 2020

Apr 14, 2020 • 53min
040 - Active Storage, CDNs and Image Performance with Mark Hutter, Lead Engineer at Landing
Mark and I talk about Active Storage, CDNs (including what one is and why you would use it), image performance, RailsConf, the Birmingham on Rails conference, and more.Mark Hutter on TwitterMarkHutter.comBirmingham on RailsLandingChromium Blog: Moving towards a faster webActiveStorage Feature Request - Support for CDN (Cloudfront)

Apr 7, 2020 • 1h 6min
039 - Talking Software Consulting with Justin Searls, Co-Founder of Test Double
In this conversation Justin and I talk about our respective experiences in software consulting, the different types of consulting/agency work, and how to get started in consulting.Justin Searls on TwitterTest DoubleSecrets of ConsultingMillion Dollar Consulting

Mar 31, 2020 • 53min
038 - Andy Leverenz, Creator of Hello Rails
In this episode Andy and I talk about learning Rails, Tailwind CSS, graphic design, usability testing, entrepreneurial mistakes, and more.Hello RailsAndy Leverenz on TwitterSpaceship ZSH theme

Mar 24, 2020 • 58min
037 - Server Infrastructure, systemd, and the Business Side of Sidekiq with Mike Perham
Me and Mike start with a detailed discussion of how systemd and systemctl work in Linux, then transition into server infrastructure in general, then finally we talk about the business side of Sidekiq.SidekiqDerry Girls

Mar 17, 2020 • 48min
036 - Jason Gedge, Staff Production Engineer at Shopify
In this episode I talk with Jason Gedge, Staff Production Engineer at Shopify, about Shopify's Rails monolith.Jason Gedge on TwitterDomain Driven Design

Mar 10, 2020 • 8min
035 - [Solo Episode] How to Write a Test When the Implementation Isn't Obvious
In this solo episode I explain how to write a test when the implementation isn't obvious.How to write a test when the implementation isn't obvious (blog post)Rails Testing for Beginners

Mar 3, 2020 • 52min
034 - David Bryant Copeland, Author of Sustainable Web Development with Ruby on Rails
It's a challenge to keep projects organized as they grow and to sustain a high level of productivity. In this episode me and David Bryant Copeland talk about techniques we've used to accomplish this. Among other things, we discuss presenters/decorators/facades, service objects, OOP vs. procedural, and monoliths vs. microservices.Sustainable Web Development with Ruby on RailsDavid Bryant Copeland on TwitterGang of Four Design Patterns bookP of EAA

Feb 25, 2020 • 50min
033 - How to Speak at Conferences with Karl Hughes, Creator of CFP Land
Speaking can be a really effective way to advance your programming career. In this episode me and Karl Hughes both share our advice for landing speaking gigs at conferences and local meetups.Karl Hughes on TwitterCFP LandThe Comprehensive Guide to Speaking at Technology Conferences in 2020


