
The Laravel Podcast
The Laravel Podcast brings you Laravel and PHP development news and discussion.
Latest episodes

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Oct 22, 2024 • 37min
Php.new, Inertia v2, Sublime vs. VS code, and More Laravel Cloud Updates
Discover the latest advancements in the Laravel world, including the game-changing php.new tool for easier PHP installations and a new composer script that simplifies app setups. Dive into the exciting features of Inertia.js V2, like infinite scrolling and framework support. The hosts also discuss the ongoing debate on IDE preferences, including Sublime vs. VS Code, and how AI tools are enhancing coding efficiency. Plus, get insights into the importance of documentation for Laravel and the sustainability of open source projects.

Sep 11, 2024 • 27min
Listener Q&A with Taylor Otwell After Accel Investment Announcement
In this episode of the Laravel podcast, we address some listener-submitted questions regarding the recent investment in Laravel and the announcement of Laravel Cloud. We explore the motivation behind Taylor taking investment, the goals of Accel, and what the future holds for Laravel and its ecosystem. Plus, we cover the future of Laravel Forge and give you a glimpse of what migrating your projects from Forge to Laravel Cloud might look like.Taylor Otwell's Twitter Matt Stauffer’s TwitterLaravel TwitterLaravel WebsiteTighten WebsiteSpecial Announcement - Accel invests $57M into Laravel Products & Open-Source Framework VideoLive Q&A re: $57M fundraise, Laravel Cloud, & the future of LaravelPodcast Suggestions Laravel Cloud-----Editing and transcription sponsored by Tighten.

Sep 3, 2024 • 27min
Laravel’s Current Moment, and Laravel Cloud Listener Q&A
In this episode, recorded live at Laracon US, we talk about the current moment we’re seeing in the Laravel world, reflecting on Laravel’s evolution and where it stands today. We also dedicate time to answering your questions from Laracon US, mainly about Laravel Cloud, bringing insights directly from the heart of the Laravel community.Taylor Otwell's Twitter Matt Stauffer’s TwitterLaravel TwitterLaravel WebsiteTighten WebsitePodcast Suggestions Laravel Cloud-----Editing and transcription sponsored by Tighten.

Jul 30, 2024 • 39min
Countdown to Laracon US, Meetup Tips, Nova/Filament Insights, and Listener Q&A
After a short break, we're back and the countdown to Laracon US is on! Join us as we discuss the upcoming Laracon US and the journey from local meetups to bigger Laravel events. We also explore the future of Nova and Filament, two key admin panel tools in the Laravel ecosystem. Plus, we're answering more of your questions! We cover open-source projects by the Laravel team, coding styles within the Laravel community, the use of Livewire and Alpine for front-end development, testing practices, PWA support in Laravel, and database query optimization.Taylor Otwell's Twitter Matt Stauffer’s TwitterLaravel TwitterLaravel WebsiteTighten WebsitePodcast Suggestions Built with Laravel-----Editing and transcription sponsored by Tighten.

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Jun 24, 2024 • 44min
Listener Q&A: ChatGPT, Laravel Hangups & Best Practices, API Docs, Inertia Next Steps
This podcast covers a wide range of topics, from common mistakes in Laravel apps to API documentation and the impact of AI tools. They discuss Inertia enhancements, Laravel's global impact, and the importance of clear communication in remote work environments.

Jun 4, 2024 • 43min
An Open-Source Panel, the Future of PHP, and Delegation in Business
Exploring the future of PHP, embracing Laravel's impact, and the challenges of delegation in business. Insights from an open-source discussion panel in San Francisco, promoting Laravel over JavaScript, and the importance of community contributions in shaping the PHP ecosystem. Tips on delegating tasks, managing email inboxes, and establishing efficient business systems for growth.

Apr 9, 2024 • 33min
Laravel 11 Release, Context, New Hires, & Open-Source Sustainability
New hires at Laravel, Andre Valentin, Chris Fadao, Mohammed Said, and Alyssa Mazzina, discuss the exciting release of Laravel 11, open-source sustainability, Laravel Herd Pro, and navigating Laravel 11's source code. They delve into the challenges of sustaining open-source projects and share insights on recent updates, new features, and the evolution of Laravel framework perspectives.

Mar 25, 2024 • 1min
Season Six Trailer
(Posted in the middle of Season Six, to take advantage of new features in our podcast hosting platform)

Feb 27, 2024 • 37min
Laravel 11, Reverb, Herd Windows/Pro, & Other Laracon EU Recap
In this episode of the Laravel Podcast, we are diving into the highlights of Laracon EU including the unveiling of Laravel 11 and the introduction of Laravel Reverb. Taylor Otwell shares insights on the streamlined application structure and new features in Laravel 11. We also discuss the launch of Laravel Herd for Windows and Herd Pro, offering power user features for local development, and provide some exciting updates about the upcoming Laracon US.Taylor Otwell's Twitter - https://twitter.com/taylorotwellMatt Stauffer’s Twitter - https://twitter.com/stauffermattLaravel Twitter - https://twitter.com/laravelphpLaravel Website - https://laravel.com/Tighten Website - https://tighten.com/Laracon EU Photo Gallery Tweet - https://x.com/LaraconEU/status/1755957896209113444?s=20Laravel Reverb - https://laravel.com/docs/master/reverbLaravel 11 - https://laravel.com/docs/master/releasesThiery Laverdure's Project - https://github.com/tlaverdure/laravel-echo-serverPusher - https://pusher.com/Ably - https://ably.com/Laravel Herd - https://herd.laravel.com/Adam Wathan Twitter - https://twitter.com/adamwathanJess Archer Twitter - https://twitter.com/jessarchercodesLuke Twitter Downing Twitter - https://twitter.com/lukedowning19Daniel Coulbourne Twitter - https://twitter.com/DCoulbourneJoe Dixon Twitter - https://twitter.com/_joedixonPhilo Hermans Twitter - https://twitter.com/Philo01?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5EauthorLaracon US - https://laracon.us/Laracon CFP Talk Submission Form - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdlyTDvqeKNB3r-wVNmDBlE23oHKEL4m8lzL5nci0YPH_5WYA/viewform-----Editing and transcription sponsored by Tighten.

Feb 6, 2024 • 31min
Hiring at Laravel, Laracons & Laravel Lives, and Typesense
Discussion on the new head of engineering at Laravel and its impact. Excitement for upcoming conferences and events including Laracon EU, US, and India. Introduction to Typesense as an alternative search engine. Building UI first and use of Tailwind CSS. Travel goals of the hosts and upcoming podcast topics.