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Jan 13, 2025 • 53min

647: Slash Pages vs Wikis vs Posts, RSS, Living with an ADHD Diagnosis, and M4 Upgrades

Get ready for a lively discussion on web design, including the fascinating differences between slash pages, wikis, and blog posts. The hosts share insights on managing info with RSS feeds and emphasize the significance of personal experiences in productivity. A candid exploration of living with ADHD reveals coping strategies and the role of medication. They also debate the merits of upgrading to an M4 MacBook Pro while diving into the technical world of CSS and Pug for efficient HTML. It's a mix of humor, tech talk, and thoughtful reflections!
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Dec 16, 2024 • 1h 11min

646: Hard Code & Soft Skills

Ben Myers, a user-centered frontend developer focused on web accessibility, and Alex Fimian, a web developer specializing in Vue.js, engage in a whimsical tabletop role-playing game set in a fictional corporate environment. They humorously dissect workplace dynamics and the balance of hard and soft skills. With hilarious scenarios involving a rogue investor, a cafeteria dilemma, and a cyber duck, the conversation weaves absurdity with insightful reflections on teamwork, decision-making, and the quirks of startup life.
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Dec 9, 2024 • 57min

645: Mouthblogging CSS in 2024

The discussion kicks off with CSS Wrapped 2024, spotlighting significant advances in web design. Topics include new properties for text fields and animations, plus the intricacies of CSS transitions and anchor positioning. Key insights are shared on handling CSS within web components, especially concerning Safari compatibility. The speakers also dive into the creative realm of scrollbar customization and typography strategies. Scroll-driven animations are highlighted for their ability to enhance user experience, demonstrating the blend of aesthetics and performance in modern web design.
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Dec 2, 2024 • 54min

644: Mouthblogging HTML in 2025

Discover the humorous concept of 'mouth blogs' while diving into the evolution of HTML. The discussion highlights recent updates like the enhanced 'details' and 'summary' tags that boost accessibility. Explore the complexities of styling select menus and the intricacies of popovers in web design. Learn about the challenges of positioning tooltips while balancing user experience. The conversation uncovers the latest innovations in HTML and CSS, emphasizing approachable teaching methods and collaboration in web standards.
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Nov 25, 2024 • 1h 2min

643: Social Capital, Easter Eggs in Apps, & CSS Parts

The discussion kicks off with a humorous take on Thanksgiving traditions, particularly the art of spatchcocking turkey. It then shifts to cooking challenges and the social joy of Friendsgiving gatherings. The speakers dive into the surprises of web design, highlighting the fun of Easter eggs in apps. They explore the evolving concept of web components and CSS parts, stressing the importance of managing technical debt. Finally, there's a dive into Alpine.js, tackling data management complexities and tools for better coding practices.
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Nov 18, 2024 • 1h 4min

642: Chris Person on Forums, Reddit, and Cooperative Reporting

Chris Person, co-founder of Aftermath.site, dives into the fascinating world of online forums, exploring their surprising resilience in 2024. He unpacks how communities like Reddit and StackOverflow have shaped modern discussions and the importance of individuals caring for information. Chris also highlights the unique dynamics of niche forums and the challenges of moderation. Furthermore, he discusses the shift towards cooperative journalism, emphasizing its empowering potential and the benefits of community support in today's reporting landscape.
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Nov 11, 2024 • 59min

641: Passkey Usage, Writing Code with a Bot, and What’s Up With Java?

The hosts kick off with whimsical Halloween tales, diving into playful candy preferences. They discuss the balance of security and usability with passkeys, contrasting them with traditional passwords. There’s a humorous look at the quirks of AI in code editors, emphasizing the struggle between reliance and personal coding style. They tackle CSS challenges within web components and the intricacies of Java programming, reflecting on its modern importance. Tune in for a blend of tech insights and lighthearted banter!
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Nov 4, 2024 • 0sec

640: Navigating the Pros and Cons of Web Components

The hosts dissect the pros and cons of web components, sharing insights on when to embrace or ditch them. They dive into the shadow DOM's advantages for style encapsulation and the frustrations developers face. Rapid prototyping is highlighted as a major perk, thanks to web components' simplicity. The discussion also touches on progressive enhancement, accessibility considerations, and the need for new HTML standards to advance UI capabilities. There's a lively debate on the future of frameworks and the evolving web development landscape.
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Oct 28, 2024 • 56min

639: DX, JSON, XML, HTML, and Databases! Oh My!

The discussion kicks off with humorous tales of pet parenting versus code slinging. It dives into developer experience, comparing tech tools to highway rumble strips for seamless coding. Next, the intricacies of JSON are explored, unveiling its quirks and evolution against new formats. There's also a proposal for simplifying JavaScript to mitigate complexity. Creative t-shirt designs spark laughter, while practical advice on integrating databases showcases the blend of fun and functionality in web development.
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Oct 21, 2024 • 55min

638: Q&A About Copyright, Jekyll, Joomla, Statamic, and More!

Discover the nuances of copyright in web development as the hosts tackle legal questions and software licensing, especially in open-source projects. They explore the simplicity of personal website creation and critique poor UI practices that hinder user experience. The conversation shifts to the tension between profit-driven design and quality content, reflecting on the impact of ads on the web. Finally, they discuss CMS options like Joomla and Statamic, alongside the ethical considerations of font licensing in digital design.

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