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James Perkins, co-founder of Unkey, talks about turning a potential blog post into a full-fledged business that simplifies API management for developers. Throughout the episode, he explains the core features of Unkey, the importance of VC funding, and the realities of startup life, including balancing workloads and managing a globally distributed team.SponsorPostmanPostman is an API platform for building and using APIs. Postman simplifies each step of the API lifecycle and streamlines collaboration so you can create better APIs—faster.Attend their Upcoming Conference - April 30 - May 1, 2024 in San Francisco. Amy and James will be there in person.Show Notes0:00 Intro0:47 Sponsor: Postman1:41 Background and Overview of Unkey3:20 Unkey's Features3:34 Origin Story of Unkey10:10 VC Interaction and Scaling Up16:38 Unkey's Core Features and Technical SetupMintlify for Documentation39:19 Challenges and Rewards of Startup Life45:34 Future Plans and Scaling48:16 Picks and PlugsJames Perkins' Picks and Plugs:RISE Calendar (tool for managing time zones and flexible scheduling)Unkey (API management platform)Brad's Picks and Plugs:Pupford treats for puppy trainingBrad Garropy on YouTubeAmy's Picks and Plugs:Batteries for Mac AppAmy's YouTube Channel

Tracy Lee joins the Compressed.fm to discuss the integration of AI in development, the evolution of documentation practices, and her role in leading community projects and tech innovations.SponsorPostmanPostman is an API platform for building and using APIs. Postman simplifies each step of the API lifecycle and streamlines collaboration so you can create better APIs—faster.Attend their Upcoming Conference - April 30 - May 1, 2024 in San Francisco. Amy and James will be there in person.Show Notes00:00:00 - Introduction and Overview00:00:38 - Sponsor: PostmanPostCon - April 30 - May 1, 202400:01:59 - Guest Introduction: Tracy Lee00:06:02 - Tracy Discusses Upcoming Talks at CityJS and CascadiaJS00:10:51 - Challenges with Documentation in DevelopmentMaterial Design (v3)Divio’s Documentation System00:17:08 - The Value of Asking Questions and Community SupportEpisode 169 with Cory Miller, Not Knowing EverythingCode Stackr on YouTube (videos specifically on GitHub CoPilot alternatives)This VS Code AI Coding Assistant Is A Game Changer!I Cannot Believe How Good This VS Code AI Coding Assistant Is!Prompt Engineering GuidesOpenAIAnthropicImage Prompt EngineeringDallEGoogle Doc with Examples00:24:05 - Balancing Professional and Personal LifeTemplate for Annual Planning Spreadsheet00:26:41 - Picks and PlugsJames:Pick: KitchenAid mixerPlug: Learn Build Teach Community and Deals for Devs projectTracy:Pick: ToniesPlug: This.Dot and their engineering leadership resourcesThis Dot Labs is HiringAmy:Pick: Kidamento cameraPlug: Two Week BuildBekah:Pick: Coconut cashew crisps from AldiPlug: Virtual Coffee resources on open source00:31:15 - Closing

In Episode 182, hosts James and Amy delve into the intricacies of React Server Components (RSCs) and the challenges of building multi-step forms. They discuss the latest developments in RSCs, including the implementation in RedwoodJS, and share insights on managing state and validations in multi-step forms. Throughout, the hosts offer practical advice and technical deep dives, making complex topics accessible and engaging.SponsorsPostmanPostman is an API platform for building and using APIs. Postman simplifies each step of the API lifecycle and streamlines collaboration so you can create better APIs—faster.Attend their upcoming conference, April 30 - May 1, 2024 in San Francisco. Amy and James will be there in person.Show Notes00:00:00 Intro00:00:40 Sponsored by Postman00:02:07 React Server Components00:03:12 Deep dive into RSC and Redwood JS implementation details00:04:23 Explanation of React Server Components ecosystem and challengesTheo's YouTube Video: The Truth About React Server Components Ben Holmes and Dan Abramov Stream: Dan Abramov explores React Server Components with us!Episode 71: Secret Things, Env Vars, How to Handle API Keys Correctly00:36:03 Transition to multi-step forms and their complexities00:37:05 Strategies for handling form state and validation00:45:28 Detailed considerations for different form steps and data handling00:55:49 Picks and PlugsAmy's Pick: Full House on Hulu and HBO Max, Fuller House on NetflixAmy's Plug: Two Week BuildJames's Pick: Baking Sheet, Mat, and Cooling Rack SetJames's Plug: Learn, Build, Teach DiscordThe Happiness Lab Podcast: Episode - Where Everybody Knows Your Name

Brooks Lybrand from Shopify joins the hosts to dive into the future of React and the Remix framework. He discusses the integration of server components and the impact of Single Page Applications on web development. The conversation reveals the challenges of package management and the necessity for effective release strategies. Brooks also explores how Shopify's influence shapes Remix while emphasizing innovative data-fetching capabilities. With insights on the evolving landscape, it’s a must-listen for web developers.

Cory joins all the co hosts to share about his personal projects and how he prioritizes what new tech to learn about. Show Notes00:00 Welcome Cory and Framework Jumping23:29 Music Talk and Non Screen Hobbies32:58 Coreys Podcast38:08 Picks and Plugs

Exploring AI and no code tools in programming, community building secrets, image generation with AI, evolution of AI models in design, efficiency of Wix for website building, Discord community interactions, AI creating teams of AIs, converting photos into 3D models with AI, AI art and no code tools

Ivan joins James and Bekah to tell his journey to Daytona and where they’re hoping to go as they grow.Show Notes00:00 Welcome Ivan03:30 Tying Development to Personal Interests08:05 Finding the Product Gap12:19 Acquisition, Money, Starting From Scratch17:31 Daytona20:22 What’s Under the Hood22:41 Primary Users29:09 The Team30:31 Engineering 35:46 Trying Daytona 41:31 Picks and Plugs

Knut joins the podcast for a second time to give us the inside scoop on recent Sanity updates and what makes Sanity the above and beyond CMS.Show Notes00:00 Welcome Knut and Intro 02:49 What is Sanity? 05:07 Building Studio from Spite12:26 New Features19:47 Tec Perspective on Sanity 24:21 Customer Satisfaction29:59 AI in Sanity 34:17 Presentation Mode39:09 Looking to 202444:15 Picks and Plugs

We have a great episode where all 4 cohosts look back on 2023 and look forward to whats coming in 2024.Show Notes00:00 Intro and Welcome00:53 Meet Ups and Conferences03:27 What is Virtual Coffee04:22 Bekah at OpenSauced09:52 Job Search17:44 2023 Reflections33:22 Migrating ro Remix47:49 2024 Looking Forward

Cecil joins the podcast to talk about overcoming barriers and how to help people understand the roll of developer relations.Show Notes00:00 Welcome and Intro03:42 Cicil’s Origin Story18:07 Talking Early in Your Career22:48 Layoffs28:37 Evolution of Dev Rel39:47 Picks and Plugs