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Mar 31, 2025 • 1h 2min

658: Andy Bell on Working with Clients, Writing, and Building Courses for Web Builders

Andy Bell, founder of Set Studio and Piccalilli, is a trailblazer in web design and front-end development. He discusses the evolution of web design, shifting from static to interactive, browser-based prototypes. Andy sheds light on the importance of client relationships, highlighting tools for maintaining project integrity and decision-making frameworks. He humorously critiques AI in tech while sharing insights on customizing design systems and creating courses for web builders, blending expertise with engaging anecdotes about font selection and client dynamics.
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Mar 24, 2025 • 1h 5min

657: David Darnes on Web Components and Design Systems

David Darnes, a designer and front-end developer renowned for his work on the Nord design system, shares insights on building versatile design systems and web components. He discusses the advantages of integrating web components across different frameworks, highlighting their role in bridging legacy and modern tech. Darnes also explores the creative potential of standalone web components and emphasizes the importance of API refinement for team tools. The episode is sprinkled with humor and fascinating anecdotes about the intersection of branding and design.
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Mar 17, 2025 • 55min

656: Onboarding Woes, Coloring Links, and AI Slop Theories

Show DescriptionOnboarding users is a lot more difficult than you might think it is, how should links be coloured or styled, keeping web software up to date, why does some AI slop get created in the first place, getting context for why things happened or decisions were made, and our first bullet point dev career story (Steve's version). Listen on Website →Links Subscribe to us on YouTube! Riverside: HD Podcast & Video Software | Free Recording & Editing Automate without limits CodePen PRO Link Color Idea Ludacris Freestyle Front Tag, You're It Watch the video version of this episode Sponsors
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Mar 10, 2025 • 46min

655: Conspiracy Theory Theories, View Transitions vs CSS Animations, and Autocomplete

Show DescriptionIt's a speed run meeting edition episode and we're talking conspiracy theories, getting hypnotized, disinformation on TikTok vs the news, view transitions vs CSS animations vs the web animation API, follow ups on font-weight and attire, and classic autocomplete vs AI autocomplete. Listen on Website →Links SubwayTakes (@subwaytakes) | TikTok Motion - A modern animation library for JavaScript and React font-weight: 300 considered harmful | CSS-Tricks Sponsors
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Mar 3, 2025 • 57min

654: UI + State, AI Missing Context But Adds Browsers, and Scalability on the Web

The hosts dive into the complexities of user interfaces and how to effectively organize information. They discuss AI's struggle with context, particularly in creating accurate alt text for images. A humorous critique of mobile web experiences raises eyebrows about future design standards. The challenges of mobile websites are highlighted, from GDPR consent banners to the performance pitfalls of excessive JavaScript. They also explore the vital role of technical project managers in bridging gaps between creativity and technology.
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Feb 24, 2025 • 59min

653: Interop 2025, Attributes, and Black Boxes of AI

The hosts dive into the exciting announcements from Interop 2025, all while sharing laughs over social faux pas in meetings. They tackle the complexities of web development, stressing interoperability and usability challenges, especially with iframe attributes and color inputs. A significant portion is dedicated to the intricacies of AI, discussing biases and the balance between innovation and ethical concerns. With humorous reflections, they paint a light-hearted picture of a future driven by creative laziness, prompting both laughter and thought.
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Feb 17, 2025 • 1h 3min

652: Talking to Bots, Building Browser Games, and Political LLMs

Delve into the intriguing world of AI and its interactions, from playful talks about browser compatibility to the evolution of fame driven by social media. Explore the frustrations with voice assistants and the warmth of personal service in dining. Dive into the biases in AI and the nuanced media portrayals, plus their effects on perceptions. Discover the benefits of local database technologies and personal optimization tools like Kanban boards, while examining how modern browsers reshape data handling and foster community engagement.
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Feb 10, 2025 • 57min

651: Jason Lengstorf on CodeTV.dev, DevRel Panic, and Spicy Gear

In this episode, Jason Lengstorf, a producer at CodeTV.dev, shares insights from his journey in web development and community building. He discusses the importance of DevRel and how engaging content has evolved from streaming to innovative formats like competitions. The conversation dives into the complexities of creating meaningful content in today’s fast-paced media landscape and even touches on quirky sponsorship ideas, from tech gear to barbecue sauce. Jason also shares tips on video production gear and humorous stories about spicy food!
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Feb 3, 2025 • 1h 5min

650: Layout in CSS, Balatro Q&A, Chrome Biz, & Forkin VS Code

Dive into the complexities of CSS layout updates and how they empower developers. Hear nostalgic reflections on Pokémon and the strategic depth of unique card games. Explore the challenges of Google's potential Chrome sale and its impact on the browser market. Learn how productivity tools and AI coding applications can enhance your workflow. The hosts also discuss minimalist terminal experiences and their preferences in code editors, balancing functionality with aesthetics.
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Jan 27, 2025 • 60min

649: Chrome 133, Attribute Update, and Standardized Async CSS

The podcast dives into the murky waters of AI-generated art and the authenticity crisis it creates. HTML is put under the microscope, sparking debate on its status as a programming language. The latest Chrome updates aim to innovate HTML capabilities, while CSS flexibly handles component spacing and long texts. Humor lightens discussions on coding intricacies, including the quirks of loading attributes and form data handling challenges. The hosts tackle creative solutions for simplifying cumbersome code, promoting a calmer coding environment.

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