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In this episode, Amy and Brad sit down with Michael Chan to discuss WorkOS, a tool simplifying authentication and authorization for developers. They explore how WorkOS makes complex processes like OAuth, SSO, and MFA easy to implement, compare it to other auth providers, and dive deep into AuthKit’s capabilities.SponsorsWorkOS - WorkOS helps you launch enterprise features like SSO and user management with ease. Thanks to the AuthKit for JavaScript, your team can integrate in minutes and focus on what truly matters—building your app.Show Notes00:00 - Intro01:15 - Introduction to WorkOSWorkOSAuthKitWorkOS on YouTube02:23 - Comparing WorkOS with Competitors03:50 - Features of WorkOS AuthKit06:53 - WorkOS’s Evolution and Target Audience09:30 - Challenges in Implementing Auth Solutions10:30 - Should Developers Build Their Own Auth?Selma's Blog Post: One Does Not Simply Delete Cookies12:50 - The Cascade of Auth Decisions: Emails and Databases14:22 - WorkOS Integration with Astro and Remix19:50 - Key Benefits of WorkOS for Developers22:00 - Integrating AuthKit with Next and RemixSam Selikoff's YouTube Video on WorkOS + AuthKit + Remix: Using AuthKit's Headless APIs in Remix24:01 - Challenges in Documentation for DevelopersDivio's Guide to Documentation33:06 - The Future of Documentation and AI’s Role35:00 - Wrap-up

Ray Deck, a seasoned data scientist and founder of State Change AI, talks about the evolving landscape of software development with the rise of no code and low code platforms. He explains how these tools are not just for non-technical founders but also offer significant advantages to experienced developers. The episode explores the practical applications of no code tools in business and how they can lead to faster, more efficient product development.Show Notes00:00 - Introduction to the episode and guest Ray Deck01:02 - Ray’s background in data science and founding State Change AI03:01 - The concept of no code and low code and their impact on accessibility07:06 - Choosing between no code, low code, and traditional coding09:12 - Pitching no code tools to developers14:01 - When to use no code vs. custom developmentOutSystemsMendixXanoFlutter FlowWeWebWebflow24:06 - Automation as a critical component of no code solutionsZapierBuildShipFastGen32:00 - Discussing State Change AI’s role in the no code ecosystemBubble39:27 - Picks and PlugsJames's Pick: Powerstep Inserts - High-quality shoe inserts for added comfort.James's Plug: Learn Build Teach Community - A Discord community for developersBekah's Pick: Flux Footwear - Zero drop shoes ideal for walking, weightlifting, and runningBekah's Plug: 29 Days of Open Source Series on Dev.to - Highlighting open-source alternatives to proprietary software.Ray's Pick: Ollama - Open-source platform for running large language models locally.Ray's Plug: State Change AI YouTube Channel - Focusing on the hardest projects in no code and low code.

Marc Hess, a Developer Advocate at Prisma, talks about the evolution of Prisma from an ORM tool to a comprehensive platform for database management. The discussion includes practical advice on using Prisma, optimizing documentation, and Marc’s experience with developer advocacy. The team also explores the benefits of Prisma Pulse for real-time applications and how it compares to other ORM tools like Drizzle.Sponsor ConvexConvex is the backend for founders. Convex is the backend application platform for product-obsessed founders.Show Notes00:00 - Introduction and Sponsor Shoutout00:43 - Sponsor: Convex01:06 - Introducing Marc Hess from PrismaPrismaRedwoodJS04:04 - YouTube Content Creation Tips11:24 - Introduction to Prisma and Its Products14:19 - Deep Dive into Prisma Pulse19:06 - Best Practices for DocumentationPrisma DocumentationDivio's Documentation System29:13 - Client Extensions in PrismaPrisma Client Extensions37:13 - Prisma vs Drizzle DiscussionDrizzle44:00 - Picks and Plugs Segment

In this episode of Compressed.fm, James, Amy, and Bekah delve into their current projects, share insights on smarter API calls, and discuss the intricacies of working with Redwood JS. The trio also explores the concept of a two-week challenge for creating and selling digital products, the importance of contributing to open source, and the evolving role of AI in web development.Show Notes00:00:00 Intro00:00:42 James's Video on API Best PracticesYouTube Video: Stop Using JavaScript Fetch - Do This Instead!00:03:02 Amy Discusses Building a Complex Redwood Application00:08:06 James and Amy Discuss Resend and React Email IntegrationResendEpisode 151: Leaving a Job to Build a Company with Zeno from ResendReact Email00:09:24 The Two-Week Challenge: Creating and Selling a ProductEmail Based Course00:11:45 Bekah on Leadership and Communication Skills in Tech00:13:14 Planning and Executing a Two-Week Product Challenge00:20:31 Discussing Autobiographies and Productivity BooksAli Abdaal - Feel Good Productivity50 Cent - Hustle Harder, Hustle SmarterChrome Extension: YouTube Playback Speed00:29:17 Addressing Junior Devs: Tips for Building a Strong PortfolioRefactoring UI00:33:10 James on Turning DealsForDevs.com into a Resource Hub00:34:08 Conclusion

In this episode, James and Amy are live from Post Con 24 with Sterling Chin from Postman's Labs team. Sterling shares insights on how Postman leverages AI to build tools that enhance developer productivity. He delves into the experimental nature of Postman Labs, the importance of rapid iteration, and how they determine which features make it into production. Sterling also discusses Postbot, an AI assistant designed to streamline the API development process.Show Notes00:00 Intro01:01 What is Postman Labs?01:51 Criteria for successful experiments03:31 Understanding customer workflows04:29 Tips and tricks for rapid iteration06:16 Internal feedback and dogfooding08:02 Working in Postman Labs10:00 Postman's Commitment to R&D12:02 AI Adoption at Postman16:47 Overview of Postbot18:11 Technical details of Postbot20:16 Postman Flows21:10 AI tools and agnosticism22:07 Postbot’s availability and pricing23:09 Scaling and Team Size26:07 Customer Feedback and Features29:03 Closing 

This episode covers the detailed process of taking Postman’s VS Code extension from a proof of concept to a fully-fledged product. Ruben Casas shares insights on the technical hurdles, team dynamics, and the iterative development process.Show Notes00:00 Introduction1:25 Background Story2:09 Starting the Extension3:27 Technical Challenges6:19 Synchronizing State9:20 VS Code Development Tools11:12 Developing with Electron13:05 Team Dynamics14:46 Onboarding and Quality Control17:37 Development Process19:28 Maintenance and Future Plans21:39 Feedback and Improvements23:01 User Experience25:14 PostCon 24 Highlights27:05 Closing 

In this episode, Amy, Brad, and Bekah welcome back Kent C. Dodds, who shares exciting updates about his latest project, Epic Web.dev. Kent discusses the philosophy behind his comprehensive web development course, the importance of understanding foundational technologies, and the motivation behind creating Epic Web Conf. He also dives into the benefits of building your own authentication systems and the decision-making process behind the Epic Stack. The conversation is filled with insights on balancing different technologies, creating cohesive learning experiences, and the future of web development education. SponsorsConvexConvex is the backend for founders. Convex is the backend application platform for product-obsessed founders Show Notes0:00 - Intro1:09 - Sponsor: Convex2:09 - Overview of EpicWeb.dev3:09 - Journey from PayPal to Epic Web8:14 - Teaching Approach and Workshop App10:47 - Building your own Authentication System16:59 - Decision-Making and Epic Stack21:35 - Launching Epic Web Conf27:26 - Consistency in Teaching and Conferences35:03 - Future Plans for EpicWeb.dev43:16 - Picks and PlugsKentPick: Brandon Sanderson’s books - Particularly the Mistborn series and his involvement in the Wheel of Time series.Plug: Epic Web Conf - An exciting web development conference happening in Park City, Utah.BekahPick: Primal Buffalo Chicken StickPlug: @opensauced on Twitter/XBradPick: Ray-Ban Wayfarer SunglassesPlug: @bradgarropy on Twitter/XAmyPick: The Artists Way by Julia CameronPlug: Two Week Build 

In this episode of Compressed FM, Amy, James, and Tobbe from the Redwood JS core team explore React server components. They discuss the implementation of React server components in Redwood, the benefits, challenges, and the future of web development with this new technology.Show Notes00:00:00 - Introduction 00:00:47 - Tobbe's Background and Role at Redwood JS 00:02:03 - Tobbe's Journey with Redwood JS 00:05:14 - Discussion on React Server Components (RSCs) 00:07:00 - Explanation of Different Rendering Methods 00:12:48 - Implementing React Server Components with Vite 00:15:22 - Technical Details of RSC Implementation 00:17:19 - Streaming and Suspense in React 00:18:28 - Future Developer Experience with Redwood and RSCs 00:19:51 - Explanation of Redwood Cells 00:22:01 - DX Considerations for RSCs in Redwood 00:24:23 - State of GraphQL in Redwood's Future 00:28:34 - GraphQL's Reputation and Challenges 00:31:17 - tRPC and TypeScript Safety with RSCs 00:34:14 - Advanced RSC Features in Redwood 00:36:31 - Server Actions and Their Role in Redwood 00:39:09 - Picks and PlugsTobbe's Pick: Tretorn Rubber BootsTobbe's Plug: RedwoodJSAmy's Pick - Aeropress GoAmy's Plug - Broken Comb NewsletterJames's Pick - On/Off PlugJames's Plug - James's Newsletter

James Cowling, co-founder of Convex, discusses designing infrastructure for product engineers. Topics include edge computing challenges, user state importance, AI in modern development, Firebase comparison, server rendering, data storage, and cost efficiency in cloud platforms.

Topics covered include developer FOMO, leveraging AI for productivity, AI tools for workflow enhancement, slow productivity by Cal Newport, picks and plugs by Amy and Brad, and insights into tech conferences, DevRel evolution, development tools, Cloudflare for faster apps, and AI prompts customization for enhanced productivity.