Elixir Mentor

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!

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 🌐 My website: Visit Elixir Mentor Website 🎙 Check out my podcast: Listen to Hired Gun Apps Podcast 🆘 NEED HELP?? Join our Discord Server 🔗 All my Links: Connect with Jacob on Linktree Join this channel to get access to perks: YouTube Channel Membership

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.

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 🌐 My website: Visit Elixir Mentor Website 🎙 Check out my podcast: Listen to Hired Gun Apps Podcast 🆘 NEED HELP?? Join our Discord Server 🔗 All my Links: Connect with Jacob on Linktree Join this channel to get access to perks: YouTube Channel Membership

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 🌐 My website: Visit Elixir Mentor Website 🎙 Check out my podcast: Listen to Hired Gun Apps Podcast 🆘 NEED HELP?? Join our Discord Server 🔗 All my Links: Connect with Jacob on Linktree Join this channel to get access to perks: YouTube Channel Membership

In this episode of the Elixir Mentor Podcast, I'm thrilled to have Andrés Alejos join us. Andrés is well-versed in the uses and power of LiveBook and has extensive knowledge in machine learning. We'll explore a variety of topics, including: The capabilities and applications of LiveBook Integrating machine learning with Elixir How these tools can enhance your projects Whether you're curious about practical implementations, technical details, or the broader impact of these technologies, this conversation is sure to be valuable. Join me for a great discussion with Andrés Alejos, where we explore the intersections of LiveBook, machine learning, and Elixir. Don't miss this opportunity to gain insights from an expert in the field! Connect with Andrés: X: Follow Andrés on X (Twitter) Website: Visit The Stack Canary LinkedIn: Connect with Andrés on LinkedIn GitHub: Explore Andrés's GitHub SUPPORT ELIXIR MENTOR 🌐 My website: Visit Elixir Mentor Website 🎙 Check out my podcast: Listen to Hired Gun Apps Podcast 🆘 NEED HELP?? Join our Discord Server 🔗 All my Links: Connect with Jacob on Linktree Join this channel to get access to perks: YouTube Channel Membership

Saša Jurić, author of 'Elixir in Action,' discusses the evolution of Elixir, practical applications, performance optimization, future trends, challenges in writing a book on Elixir, transition from mainstream languages, significance of OTP, community support, stability of Elixir, popular tools like Phoenix and Ecto, and the importance of continuous learning in Elixir development.