
Slightly Caffeinated
Join Chris Gmyr and TJ Miller as they dive into the world of PHP, Laravel, and all things programming, while also sharing insights on family life and other musings.
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Apr 5, 2025 • 27min
New grill, Evolution of coffee, and Prism Relay
TJ Miller and Chris Gmyr discuss their recent family activities, including spring break adventures and pet health challenges. They share insights on cooking and grilling innovations, particularly focusing on a new griddle. The conversation shifts to teaching kids coding and the challenges of engaging them in learning. They also explore their evolving coffee preferences over time, before diving into the exciting developments around Prism Relay and MCP server innovations. The episode wraps up with discussions on future plans and community engagement.Socialshttps://slightlycaffeinated.fm (email hey@)https://suggest.gg/slightlycaffhttps://bsky.app/profile/slightlycaffeinated.fmhttps://x.com/slightlycaffpodhttps://bsky.app/profile/chrisgmyr.devhttps://x.com/cmgmyrhttps://chrisgmyr.devhttps://bsky.app/profile/tjmiller.bsky.socialhttps://x.com/heytjmillerhttps://www.tjmiller.meReferences Mentionedhttps://www.grillagrills.com/product/ps-primate-gas-grill-and-griddlehttps://github.com/prism-php/relayhttps://x.com/heytjmiller/status/1907528507770479066https://github.com/modelcontextprotocol

Mar 29, 2025 • 43min
The Worst Coffee, ClickHouse & Kafka, AI Updates & Coding Tools
Chris Gmyr and TJ Miller discuss their recent weekend getaways, family activities, and the challenges of managing open source projects. They delve into their fitness routines, coffee preferences, and share insights on technology, particularly focusing on ClickHouse and Kafka for data management. The conversation also touches on the evolving landscape of AI tools and their impact on development practices.Socialshttps://slightlycaffeinated.fm (email hey@)https://suggest.gg/slightlycaffhttps://bsky.app/profile/slightlycaffeinated.fmhttps://x.com/slightlycaffpodhttps://bsky.app/profile/chrisgmyr.devhttps://x.com/cmgmyrhttps://chrisgmyr.devhttps://bsky.app/profile/tjmiller.bsky.socialhttps://x.com/heytjmillerhttps://www.tjmiller.meReferences Mentionedhttps://clickhouse.com/https://kafka.apache.org/https://vector.dev/https://zookeeper.apache.org/https://www.anthropic.com/news/web-searchhttps://docs.anthropic.com/en/docs/agents-and-tools/claude-code/overviewhttps://aider.chat/

Mar 15, 2025 • 36min
Favorite Mugs, Claude Projects, and Science Olympiad Sorrows
TJ Miller and Chris Gmyr discuss their recent experiences with Claude projects, coding challenges, and team dynamics during a Science Olympiad competition. They share insights on using Claude for coding tasks, the importance of documentation, and personal updates from their lives. The conversation also includes a light-hearted coffee talk segment where they share their favorite mugs and accessories. The episode wraps up with reflections on learning resources and future plans for their coding team.Socialshttps://slightlycaffeinated.fm (email hey@)https://suggest.gg/slightlycaffhttps://bsky.app/profile/slightlycaffeinated.fmhttps://x.com/slightlycaffpodhttps://bsky.app/profile/chrisgmyr.devhttps://x.com/cmgmyrhttps://chrisgmyr.devhttps://bsky.app/profile/tjmiller.bsky.socialhttps://x.com/heytjmillerhttps://www.tjmiller.meReferences Mentionedhttps://support.anthropic.com/en/articles/9519177-how-can-i-create-and-manage-projectshttps://github.com/PatrickJS/awesome-cursorruleshttps://gist.github.com/sixlive/07004c5d09515f986d04edbc484277e6https://www.yeti.com/drinkware/mugshttps://us.keepcup.com/https://www.youtube.com/live/KpcxiEGmN84

Mar 8, 2025 • 40min
Turkish coffee, Alfred vs Raycast, and Prism updates
Chris Gmyr and TJ Miller discuss various topics ranging from preparing for the Science Olympiad competition to skiing adventures in the North Carolina mountains. They also dive into coffee preferences and gadgets, comparing their experiences with different brewing methods. The conversation shifts to productivity tools, specifically Alfred and Raycast, and concludes with updates on the Prism project, including its recent achievements and future plans.Socialshttps://slightlycaffeinated.fm (email hey@)https://suggest.gg/slightlycaffhttps://bsky.app/profile/slightlycaffeinated.fmhttps://x.com/slightlycaffpodhttps://bsky.app/profile/chrisgmyr.devhttps://x.com/cmgmyrhttps://chrisgmyr.devhttps://bsky.app/profile/tjmiller.bsky.socialhttps://x.com/heytjmillerhttps://www.tjmiller.meReferences Mentionedhttps://www.instagram.com/p/DGtUjQftjqA/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==https://greatlakescoffee.com/https://puritycoffee.com/https://www.instagram.com/reel/DDekjByxiGX/?igsh=MXMzeDVkZDQ2dW93ZQ==https://alfred.app/https://www.raycast.com/https://prism.echolabs.dev/

Mar 1, 2025 • 35min
Coffee Shop Preferences, Onboarding, and Prism Updates
TJ Miller and Chris Gmyr share personal stories about family adventures, gym routines, and coffee preferences. They discuss the challenges and successes of onboarding in new jobs, emphasizing the importance of company culture. The conversation also highlights updates on the Prism project and the significance of community contributions.Socialshttps://slightlycaffeinated.fm (email hey@)https://suggest.gg/slightlycaffhttps://bsky.app/profile/slightlycaffeinated.fmhttps://x.com/slightlycaffpodhttps://bsky.app/profile/chrisgmyr.devhttps://x.com/cmgmyrhttps://chrisgmyr.devhttps://bsky.app/profile/tjmiller.bsky.socialhttps://x.com/heytjmillerhttps://www.tjmiller.meReferences Mentionedhttps://puritycoffee.com/collections/whole-bean-coffeehttps://greatlakescoffee.com/collections/coffeehttps://prism.echolabs.dev/

Feb 15, 2025 • 34min
AI Writing Style guides and integrating Go with Laravel
Listeners are treated to personal updates on job transitions and fun outdoor projects. The hosts dive into the world of AI in writing, discussing how it can enhance workflows while preserving a unique voice. Exciting tech talk continues with insights on integrating Go with Laravel, highlighting performance and security benefits. Finally, community-driven code refactoring strategies are explored, underscoring the importance of collaboration in coding advancements. It's a blend of personal stories and cutting-edge tech discussions!

Feb 8, 2025 • 53min
Family life, Technical writing, ClickHouse tactics, and Laracon EU
The hosts dive into the chaos of family life and the emotional rollercoaster of solo parenting. They share the struggles and joys of balancing coding with maintaining a fitness routine, highlighting the mental health benefits of exercise. The discussion transitions to their adoption of ClickHouse, revealing impressive performance boosts for data management. Exciting innovations in web development are explored, along with insights on AI integration challenges. The conversation wraps up with the ongoing developments in their Prism project, filled with optimism for the future.

Feb 1, 2025 • 36min
YNAB, CLI Tooling, and Deepseek AI
Join Chris Gmyr and TJ Miller as they share their adventures with the Pinewood Derby and reflections on family activities. Dive into budgeting strategies using YNAB and learn about a custom CLI tool to enhance transaction management. They explore the fascinating integration of Laravel and Go in tech blogging, while also highlighting the power of open-source projects. Finally, get insights on cutting-edge advancements in AI with discussions on the DeepSeek R1 model and its implications for the tech community.

Jan 25, 2025 • 37min
Winter blues, PHPTek, tooling gone to far, Prism
Winter brings chaos as school schedules shift and parents tackle Pinewood Derby preparations. Insightful anecdotes highlight the ups and downs of juggling coaching a Science Olympiad team. The hosts share their nerves and excitement about leading workshops at a PHP conference. They discuss the balancing act between automation and manual processes, delving into the sunk cost fallacy in tech projects. The conversation wraps up with updates on the Prism project, reflecting on the journey to a stable version 1.0 and how user feedback drives their momentum.

Jan 18, 2025 • 44min
Laravel iOS, TikTok, Prism Updates
Listeners are treated to a vibrant discussion on 3D printing adventures, featuring unique figurines and the excitement of crafting large projects. The integration of Laravel with iOS opens up new development possibilities, while insights into TikTok’s privacy concerns reveal the app's implications for users. The Pinewood Derby brings humor with tales of a creatively engineered slow car, blending nostalgia with engineering lessons. As coding tips for young students are shared, the conversation shines with creativity and tech-savvy insights.
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