Elixir Mentor

In this episode of the Elixir Mentor Podcast, your go-to source for All Things Elixir, I welcome Steve Bussey, author of "Real-Time Phoenix" and "From Ruby to Elixir." We'll discuss Steve's journey transitioning from Ruby to Elixir, discussing key differences between the languages and Elixir's unique strengths in building scalable, real-time applications. Steve shares insights from his experience as a software engineer and entrepreneur, including lessons learned while building SUPERED. Whether you're a Ruby developer considering Elixir or an Elixir enthusiast seeking advanced techniques, this episode offers valuable advice for your programming journey. #ElixirLang #RubyToElixir #WebDevelopment Connect with Steve: X: https://x.com/YOOOODAAAA Website: https://stephenbussey.com/ SUPERED: https://www.supered.io/ SUPPORT ELIXIR MENTOR 🌐🌐 My website: https://elixirmentor.com/ 🎙🎙Check out my podcast: https://www.hiredgunapps.com/podcast 🆘🆘NEED HELP?? Join the Discord Server: https://discord.gg/HcnjPsWATg 🔗🔗All my Links: https://linktr.ee/jacob_luetzow

Parker Selbert is the creator of Oban, a renowned background job processing system for Elixir, emphasizing reliability and observability. In this engaging conversation, the Selberts share their journey developing Oban, discussing its impressive performance and the challenges faced during its evolution. They explore creative collaborations in tech, highlight the importance of user feedback, and unpack the balance between monetization and community support. Listeners gain insights into optimizing applications and the future of background job processing in the Elixir ecosystem.

In this episode of the Elixir Mentor Podcast, your go-to source for All Things Elixir, I'm excited to welcome Greg Medland, a seasoned Elixir developer recruiter with over 4 years of experience placing talent across the US and Canada. We'll dive into the current Elixir job market, exploring trends, opportunities, and challenges facing both employers and job seekers in this growing field. Greg will share invaluable insights on what companies are looking for in Elixir developers and how candidates can position themselves for success. The discussion will cover the evolution of Elixir jobs, key skills that make candidates stand out, and future projections for the market. Whether you're an Elixir developer looking to advance your career or a company seeking to build a strong Elixir team, this episode offers essential knowledge from an industry insider. Don't miss this opportunity to gain a competitive edge in the Elixir job market from a recruiter at the forefront of the field. Greg's unique perspective as part of SR2 Recruitment, a B Corp Certified company, also sheds light on ethical hiring practices in tech. #ElixirLang #TechJobs #ElixirCareers #EthicalRecruitment Connect with Greg: X: https://x.com/FunctionalUs Linkedn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregmedlandg2/ SUPPORT ELIXIR MENTOR 🌐🌐 My website: https://elixirmentor.com/ Hired Gun Apps - Custom Software & Web Design: https://www.hiredgunapps.com 🆘🆘NEED HELP?? Join the Discord Server: https://discord.gg/HcnjPsWATg 🔗🔗All my Links: https://linktr.ee/jacob_luetzow Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChbS_z6KHQiIu9et38O37eQ/join

In this episode of the Elixir Mentor Podcast, your go-to source for All Things Elixir, I'm excited to welcome back Peter Ullrich, a returning guest and passionate Elixir advocate. We'll dive into Peter's latest project, runelixir.com, a free resource designed to help newcomers get started with Elixir. Peter will share insights on best practices for learning Elixir, common pitfalls to avoid, and why he believes Elixir is an excellent choice for developers. We'll explore the features of runelixir.com and how it aims to simplify the learning process for beginners. Additionally, we'll touch on indiecourses.com, another platform Peter built for hosting video courses. This episode is perfect for those curious about Elixir, developers looking to expand their skill set, and anyone interested in the future of functional programming and online learning. #ElixirLang #LearnElixir #FunctionalProgramming #OnlineLearning Connect with Peter: Run Elixir: https://runelixir.com Indie Courses: https://indiecourses.com X: https://twitter.com/pjullrich Website: https://peterullrich.com SUPPORT ELIXIR MENTOR 🌐 My website: https://elixirmentor.com/ Hired Gun Apps - Custom Software & Web Design: https://www.hiredgunapps.com 🆘 NEED HELP?? Join the Discord Server: https://discord.gg/HcnjPsWATg 🔗 All my Links: https://linktr.ee/jacob_luetzow Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChbS_z6KHQiIu9et38O37eQ/join

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!