Whiskey Web and Whatnot: Web Development, Neat

This week, Chuck talks with Adam Rackis live from React Miami. Along with special guest-host Aaron Francis, they dig into React Server Components, the quirks of modern JavaScript frameworks, and why TanStack might be the future. Sipping an Appleton Estate Rum, they swap hot takes, get candid about developer trends, tech philosophies, and share some unexpected guilty pleasures.In this episode:(00:00) - Intro(02:37) - Rum tasting and review: Appleton Estate(11:27) - Hot Take: Why Adam is cooling off on React Server Components(14:56) - What makes TanStack the most exciting tool in frontend?(16:52) - Are we still chasing SSR for the right reasons?(21:26) - Comparing frameworks: Laravel, Next.js, Redwood & more(24:34) - Should you pay for Auth or build it yourself?(25:13) - Why does the JS community resist “batteries-included” frameworks?(27:54) - A look at Adam’s React Miami talk: From PHP to RSC(30:45) - Hot Take: classes vs hooks(33:31) - Adam’s military background(35:08) - Milestones: Spotify, marriage, and careers(36:56) - Has Disney ruined Star Wars?(38:17) - Guilty pleasures: Jackass, Fast & Furious, and more(43:29) - If not tech, what would Adam do instead?(44:05) - PlugsLinksAppleton Estate Rum: https://appletonestate.com/React Miami: https://www.reactmiami.com/Spotify: https://spotify.com/Riot Games: https://www.riotgames.com/Ron Zacapa 23: https://www.zacaparum.com/Laravel: https://laravel.com/Postgres: https://www.postgresql.org/Ken Wheeler: https://x.com/ken_wheeler/Disney: https://www.disney.com/Vercel: https://vercel.com/Next.js: https://nextjs.org/Django: https://www.djangoproject.com/Rails: https://rubyonrails.org/TanStack: https://tanstack.com/Remix: https://remix.run/Svelte: https://svelte.dev/HTMX: https://htmx.org/Vue: https://vuejs.org/Dan Abramov: https://github.com/gaearonInertia: https://inertiajs.com/Sam Selikoff: https://x.com/samselikoffRyan Florence: https://x.com/ryanflorenceBig Sky Dev Con: https://bigskydevcon.com/Drizzle: https://orm.drizzle.team/RedwoodJS: https://redwoodjs.com/Tom Preston-Werner: https://x.com/mojomboClerk: https://clerk.com/Auth0: https://auth0.com/NextAuth.js: https://next-auth.js.org/Better-Auth: https://www.better-auth.com/OpenAuth: https://openauth.js.org/Prisma: https://www.prisma.io/WorkOS: https://workos.com/Ember: https://emberjs.com/Backbonejs: https://backbonejs.org/Air Force Academy: https://www.usafa.edu/Star Wars: https://www.starwars.com/The Mandalorian: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_MandalorianFast & Furious: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fast_%26_FuriousJackass: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jackass_(franchise)Laravel Cloud: https://cloud.laravel.com/TanStack Router: https://tanstack.com/router/latestScreencasting.com: https://screencasting.com/Connect with AdamWebsite: https://adamrackis.dev/X / Twitter: https://x.com/AdamRackisConnect with Chuck and RobbieRobbie Wagner: https://x.com/RobbieTheWagnerChuck Carpenter: https://x.com/CharlesWthe3rdSubscribe and stay in touchWebsite: https://whiskey.fmApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whiskey-web-and-whatnot/id1552776603Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/19jiuHAqzeKnkleQUpZxDfOvercast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1552776603YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WhiskeyWebAndWhatnotWhiskey Web and Whatnot MerchEnjoying the podcast and want us to make more? Help support us by picking up some of our fresh merch at https://whiskey.fund.

Dive into the innovative world of microservices for language models with insights from a special guest. Discover how AI agents are shaping the future of development and why job security isn't a concern with emerging tools. The hosts share their whiskey tasting experiences while engaging in playful debates over frameworks like Rails and Laravel. Expect captivating anecdotes about life, tech, and even the challenges of driving in hilly cities, sprinkled with humor and expert insights.

Dive into a playful mix of whiskey tasting and sandwich debates, featuring hot takes on buttered PB&Js! The hosts share challenges developers face with AI coding tools, balancing tech efficiency with human touch. Personal stories about navigating life in Italy add humor, while TV show and game recommendations keep the vibe light and engaging. From whiskey reviews to password management woes, this chat is a fun blend of food, tech, and life's quirks!

Ben Holmes, a former member of the Astro core team and now at Warp, shares insights on the evolution of developer tools and terminal UX. He discusses the quirks of AI coding tools like Cursor and debates the merits of inferred versus explicit types. The conversation also dives into the pros and cons of version control strategies like rebasing versus merging, and offers a humorous take on keyboard setups and ergonomics. Holmes emphasizes the balance between specialization and generalization in development, all while enjoying some rye whiskey.

This week, Robbie and Chuck talk with Clint Spotleson of Sagamore Spirit about the craft behind their unique Manhattan Finish Rye, the history of Maryland-style whiskey, and why great whiskey is meant to be shared. Clint shares stories from his journey through the spirits industry, his passion for whiskey, and what makes Sagamore stand out in a crowded market.In this episode:(00:00) – Intro(02:07) – Whiskey intro and rating: Sagamore Manhattan Finish Rye Whiskey(15:53) – The history and production of Sagamore Rye(18:49) – Whiskey culture and collecting(22:38) – Sagamore’s unique bottling and branding(29:35) – Whiskey tasting techniques and anecdotes(33:30) – Old school steakhouses(34:59) – Sagamore Spirit WWW barrel pick(40:08) – Is it a waste to use a good whiskey in a cocktail?(42:13) – Sneaker collections and preferences(47:52) – Italy and speaking Italian(51:25) – All about pizza(54:02) – What would Clint do if not in the whiskey business?(56:50) – PlugsLinksSagamore Spirit: https://sagamorespirit.com/Ryan Norwood: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-norwood-91641562/Norlan: https://norlanglass.com/Buffalo Trace: https://www.buffalotracedistillery.com/Jack Rose: https://www.jackrosediningsaloon.com/Kevin Plank: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kevin_PlankUnder Armour: https://www.underarmour.com/The Baltimore Sun: https://www.baltimoresun.com/Hammer and Nails: https://hammerandnailsgrooming.com/Durant's: https://durantsaz.com/Goodfellas: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GoodfellasJordans: https://www.nike.com/jordanYeezy: https://www.goat.com/collections/yeezyAdidas: https://www.adidas.com/Nike: https://www.nike.com/Frank's Hot Sauce: https://www.franksredhot.com/Ghost of Tsushima: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ghost_of_TsushimaDishonored: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DishonoredConnect with ClintWebsite: https://sagamorespirit.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theonlyspottyConnect with Chuck and RobbieRobbie Wagner: https://x.com/RobbieTheWagnerChuck Carpenter: https://x.com/CharlesWthe3rdSubscribe and stay in touchWebsite: https://whiskey.fmApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whiskey-web-and-whatnot/id1552776603Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/19jiuHAqzeKnkleQUpZxDfOvercast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1552776603YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WhiskeyWebAndWhatnotWhiskey Web and Whatnot MerchEnjoying the podcast and want us to make more? Help support us by picking up some of our fresh merch at https://whiskey.fund.

This week, the hosts dive into career transitions in tech, sharing insights from Robbie's new position at HashiCorp and Chuck's venture into cybersecurity. They indulge in nostalgia, reminiscing about classic operating systems and childhood gaming experiences. The chat shifts to the current state of AI tools, legacy tech debates, and community dynamics in web development. Amusing anecdotes about food preferences, quirky diets, and the impact of acquisitions on local businesses further enrich the discussion.

Aaron Francis, a Laravel developer and co-founder of Try Hard Studios, dives into the world of web development, sharing insights on developer education and the evolution of frameworks. He discusses the trade-offs between Laravel and Rails, advocating for the simplicity of PHP. You'll hear his hot takes on Tailwind vs. Vanilla CSS, and practical advice on Git practices. Plus, he humorously touches on working from non-traditional home offices and balancing family life within the tech realm.

This week, Robbie and Chuck cover a wide range of topics, including AI and its impact on web development. They discuss DeepSeek, Tailwind’s latest updates, and whether Stack Overflow is still relevant. Plus, a detour into skiing, college sports, and Nintendo's upcoming Switch 2.In this episode: (00:00) - Intro (02:12) - Whiskey intro and rating: Wigle Pennsylvania Rye (11:41) - Data sharing and AI (14:34) - AI tools and programming (24:48) - Is Stack Overflow still relevant? (26:56) - What's the deal with Tailwind 4? (37:49) - Skiing and snowboarding (42:42) - What is a January Transfer Window? (50:48) - TikTok and social media (52:52) - Video games and Switch 2 (56:57) - Silo season 02 (59:04) - Condoms, food, and health policies Links Wigle Pennsylvania Rye: https://wiglewhiskey.com/ Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/ DeepSeek: https://www.deepseek.com/ TikTok: https://tiktok.com Nvidia: https://www.nvidia.com/ ChatGPT: https://openai.com/index/chatgpt/ Claude: https://claude.ai/ Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/ Warp: https://www.warp.dev/ Coolify: https://www.coolify.io/ Ollama: https://ollama.com/ Wes Bos: https://wesbos.com/ Tailwind CSS: https://tailwindcss.com/ Ember: https://emberjs.com/ Vite: https://vite.dev/ VS Code: https://code.visualstudio.com/ React Miami: https://www.reactmiami.com/ Nintendo Switch 2: https://www.nintendo.com/successor/en-us/index.html ROG Ally: https://www.asus.com/us/site/gaming/rog/gaming-handheld/rog-ally.html Steam Deck: https://store.steampowered.com/steamdeck/ Silo: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Silo_(TV_series) The Food That Built America: https://www.history.com/shows/the-food-that-built-america Manchester United: https://www.manutd.com/ Connect with Chuck and Robbie Robbie Wagner: https://x.com/RobbieTheWagner Chuck Carpenter: https://x.com/CharlesWthe3rd Subscribe and stay in touch Website: https://whiskey.fm Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whiskey-web-and-whatnot/id1552776603 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/19jiuHAqzeKnkleQUpZxDf Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1552776603 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WhiskeyWebAndWhatnot Whiskey Web and Whatnot MerchEnjoying the podcast and want us to make more? Help support us by picking up some of our fresh merch at https://whiskey.fund.

This week, Robbie and Chuck talk with Travis Wagner about his career move from Universal Music to Crunchyroll and the nuances of backend development. They discuss a wide range of hot takes, including whether jQuery is still relevant in 2025.In this episode: (00:00) - Intro (01:05) - Meet Travis Wagner (02:41) - Whiskey intro and rating: Finger Lakes Distilling McKenzie Rye Whiskey (15:04) - Implicit vs Explicit types (16:58) - Tailwind vs Vanilla CSS (19:22) - Is YAML good or bad? (20:24) - Thoughts on Python and semicolons (25:19) - Git Rebase vs Git Merge (28:24) - Does GitHub history help your career? (36:34) - Learning assembly (39:47) - iTerm vs Ghostty vs Warp (41:09) - What's wrong with using jQuery in 2025? (48:17) - Astro and trying out other frameworks (53:17) - What Travis would do if tech wasn't an option Links Universal Music: https://www.universalmusic.com/ Crunchyroll: https://www.crunchyroll.com/ Crablang: https://crablang.org/ Finger Lakes Distilling McKenzie Rye Whiskey: https://fingerlakesdistilling.com/ Sloth Pipe: https://github.com/trvswgnr/sloth-pipe Tailwind CSS: https://tailwindcss.com/ Boot.dev: https://www.boot.dev/ Python: https://www.python.org/ iTerm: https://iterm2.com/ Ghostty: https://ghostty.org/ Warp: https://www.warp.dev/ jQuery: https://jquery.com/ Intercooler.js: https://intercoolerjs.org/ HTMX: https://htmx.org/ React: https://react.dev/ Claude: https://claude.ai/ Connect with Travis Website: https://techsavvytravvy.com/ X / Twitter: https://x.com/techsavvytravvy GitHub: https://github.com/trvswgnr Connect with Chuck and Robbie Robbie Wagner: https://x.com/RobbieTheWagner Chuck Carpenter: https://x.com/CharlesWthe3rd Subscribe and stay in touch Website: https://whiskey.fm Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whiskey-web-and-whatnot/id1552776603 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/19jiuHAqzeKnkleQUpZxDf Overcast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1552776603 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WhiskeyWebAndWhatnot Whiskey Web and Whatnot MerchEnjoying the podcast and want us to make more? Help support us by picking up some of our fresh merch at https://whiskey.fund.

This week, Robbie and Chuck talk with Dax Raad about his evolving career from software engineer to open-source advocate and content creator. They dive into his work on SST, explore the bizarre economics of tech conferences, and get into Dax’s next big move—manufacturing drone parts in the U.S. for the military.In this episode:(00:00) - Intro(02:57) - Whiskey intro and rating: Glenmorangie "A Tale of Tokyo" Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky(12:12) - Rails vs Laravel(13:49) - New York vs Miami(15:54) - Meat vs Veggies(19:55) - What is Dax bad at?(24:05) - The real value of conferences(35:14) - APIs and frameworks(38:06) - React Miami(41:59) - Eero routers(44:27) - What would you do if software development went away?(46:41) - Using ChatGPT to create an NPM library(48:00) - Claude vs ChatGPT(50:56) - What should people be learning for job safety?(53:41) - PlugsLinksGlenmorangie "A Tale of Tokyo" Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky: https://www.glenmorangie.com/en-us/products/a-tale-of-tokyoTomorrow.fm: https://tomorrow.fmAdam Argyle: https://x.com/argyleink/SST: https://sst.dev/Norlan: https://norlanglass.com/Ken Wheeler: https://x.com/ken_wheeler/Rails: https://rubyonrails.org/Laravel: https://laravel.com/Don't Die: https://dontdie.bryanjohnson.com/Oura: https://ouraring.com/Kent C. Dodds: https://kentcdodds.com/React Miami: https://www.reactmiami.com/EmberConf: https://www.emberconf.com/Orbit.js: https://orbitjs.com/Primeagen: https://x.com/ThePrimeagenEero: https://www.eero.com/ChatGPT: https://chatgpt.com/Claude: https://claude.ai/Connect with DaxWebsite: https://thdxr.com/X / Twitter: https://x.com/thdxrPodcast: https://tomorrow.fm/Coffee: https://www.terminal.shop/Connect with Chuck and RobbieRobbie Wagner: https://x.com/RobbieTheWagnerChuck Carpenter: https://x.com/CharlesWthe3rdSubscribe and stay in touchWebsite: https://whiskey.fmApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whiskey-web-and-whatnot/id1552776603Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/19jiuHAqzeKnkleQUpZxDfOvercast: https://overcast.fm/itunes1552776603YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WhiskeyWebAndWhatnotWhiskey Web and Whatnot MerchEnjoying the podcast and want us to make more? Help support us by picking up some of our fresh merch at https://whiskey.fund.