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Elixir Mentor

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Oct 5, 2024 โ€ข 1h 24min

Daniil Popov on Embedded Analytics

Daniil Popov, creator of Phoenix Analytics, dives into the world of embedded analytics in Phoenix projects. He shares the journey of developing his tool, emphasizing its seamless integration and user-friendly setup. The conversation highlights innovative uses of DuckDB for efficient data handling, alongside challenges faced in real-world testing. Daniil also discusses the balance between performance and aesthetics in web development, providing insights valuable for Elixir developers eager to enhance their applications with advanced analytics.
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Sep 28, 2024 โ€ข 1h 57min

Levi Robertson on building double-zero

Levi Robertson, the CEO and founder of double-zero, shares his journey in creating a self-hosted email monitoring service powered by Elixir. He discusses the learning curve of adopting a new programming language, the advantages of Phoenix Live View, and the obstacles in web development. Levi reveals strategies for sustainable income through hosting and SEO, the technical challenges of email processing, and the importance of user-focused software. His experience emphasizes the value of community support and innovative business models in the tech landscape.
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Sep 21, 2024 โ€ข 1h 59min

Filipe Cabaco on Supabase

Filipe Cabaco, an Elixir developer at Supabase, shares his insights on enhancing Supabase's real-time functionalities. He discusses the evolution of their Elixir-powered real-time engine, focusing on the challenges of implementing features like data synchronization and user presence in distributed systems. Filipe highlights the benefits of Elixir's concurrency model, its utility in managing state, and contrasts open-source solutions with Firebase's limitations. The conversation also covers effective strategies for scaling systems and navigating legacy code.
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Sep 10, 2024 โ€ข 1h 1min

Michael Lubas on Securing & Deploying Elixir Apps

Michael Lubas, CEO of Paraxial.io and a specialist in security solutions, joins the discussion to reveal essential strategies for securing Elixir applications. He highlights the importance of preventing SQL injection, remote code execution, and cross-site scripting. The conversation underscores the need for developer-friendly security tools that foster proactive approaches to cybersecurity. With insights on integrating security protocols and the role of hosting platforms like Gigalixir, developers gain valuable knowledge to enhance their app deployments.
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Sep 3, 2024 โ€ข 2h 1min

Brian Cardarella on LiveView Native

Brian Cardarella, CEO of DockYard and expert in developing native and web applications, dives into the magic of LiveView Native. He reveals how it streamlines development with Phoenix, allowing teams to tackle both web and native apps from a single codebase. The conversation highlights the new version 0.3's features, collaboration efforts in the Elixir community, and even personal stories about sailing as a creative escape from tech pressures. Brian also emphasizes the importance of fostering junior developers amid rapid industry changes.
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Aug 24, 2024 โ€ข 1h 38min

Daniel Bergholz on Language Leaps

Daniel Bergholz, a programming expert who made the shift from JavaScript to Elixir, shares his compelling journey and newfound appreciation for Elixir's simplicity and scalability. He discusses the transformative impact of functional programming and the nurturing environment of Elixir and Phoenix for new developers. Daniel also offers tips for JavaScript developers transitioning to Elixir and highlights his platform, TechSchool, emphasizing project-based learning and accessible resources. This conversation is full of valuable insights for both seasoned developers and beginners!
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Aug 17, 2024 โ€ข 1h

Adolfo Neto on Sharing Knowledge

In this episode of the Elixir Mentor Podcast, your go-to source for All Things Elixir, join me and Adolfo Neto as we explore the importance of knowledge exchange in the software engineering community. We'll discuss how podcasts, conferences, and other mediums help share valuable insights and foster collaboration. Adolfo will share his experiences as a researcher and educator, highlighting the role of education in building strong tech communities. Whether you're a software developer or an educator, this episode offers practical advice on fostering a culture of continuous learning and knowledge sharing. #SoftwareEngineering #KnowledgeSharing #TechCommunity #ElixirLang #EducationInTech Connect with Adolfo: X: Follow Adolfo on X (Twitter) Website: Explore Adolfo's Links SUPPORT ELIXIR MENTOR ๐ŸŒ My website: Visit Elixir Mentor Website ๐ŸŽ™ Check out my podcast: Listen to Hired Gun Apps Podcast ๐Ÿ†˜ NEED HELP?? Join our Discord Server ๐Ÿ”— All my Links: Connect with Jacob on Linktree Join this channel to get access to perks: YouTube Channel Membership
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Aug 10, 2024 โ€ข 1h 3min

Carlo Gilmar on Visual Thinking

Carlo Gilmar, a software engineer at Erlang Solutions and founder of Visual Partner, brings a unique flair to tech with his visual storytelling. He discusses how visual thinking enhances understanding of complex topics in software engineering and Git functionalities. Carlo emphasizes the merger of art and technology, revealing how visual notes can improve learning. He reflects on his experiences in the Elixir community and the importance of collaboration and effective communication. Personal growth through feedback and community engagement rounds off this enlightening dialogue.
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Aug 3, 2024 โ€ข 1h 9min

Dave Lucia on Rustler & Team Building

In this episode of the Elixir Mentor Podcast, your go-to source for All Things Elixir, join me and Dave Lucia as we explore Rustler and discuss topics like team building, recruiting, and open-source contributions. The conversation promises to be full of surprises! #ElixirLang #Rustler #TeamBuilding #Recruiting #OpenSource Connect with Dave: X: Follow Dave on X (Twitter) Website: Visit Dave's Website SUPPORT ELIXIR MENTOR ๐ŸŒ My website: Visit Elixir Mentor Website ๐ŸŽ™ Check out my podcast: Listen to Hired Gun Apps Podcast ๐Ÿ†˜ NEED HELP?? Join our Discord Server ๐Ÿ”— All my Links: Connect with Jacob on Linktree Join this channel to get access to perks: YouTube Channel Membership
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Jul 20, 2024 โ€ข 1h 58min

Andrew Stewart on JS in LiveView

In this episode of the Elixir Mentor Podcast, your go-to source for All Things Elixir, I'm excited to welcome back Andrew Stewart, who runs his educational YouTube channel under the username @srcrip. This time, we focus on JavaScript interoperability in LiveView. We'll discuss best practices, share insights, and explore various aspects of integrating JavaScript with LiveView. Don't miss it! #ElixirLang #LiveView #ElixirMentor #TechTalk #SoftwareDevelopment #ElixirProgramming #DeveloperCommunity #JavaScript #WebDevelopment Textarea code snippet to maintain height on reload: const MaintainHeightHook = { beforeUpdate() { this.prevHeight = this.el.style.height }, updated() { this.el.style.height = this.prevHeight } } Image proxy mentioned: Check out the image proxy Connect with Andrew: X: Follow Andrew on X (Twitter) YouTube: Subscribe to Andrew's YouTube Channel Toast Library: Explore Andrew's Toast Library SUPPORT ELIXIR MENTOR ๐ŸŒ My website: Visit Elixir Mentor Website ๐ŸŽ™ Check out my podcast: Listen to Hired Gun Apps Podcast ๐Ÿ†˜ NEED HELP?? Join our Discord Server ๐Ÿ”— All my Links: Connect with Jacob on Linktree Join this channel to get access to perks: YouTube Channel Membership

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