Modern Web

Join Bermon Painter, Composable Platforms Leader at Slalom and an expert in behavioral economics and ethical UX design, as he dives into the intricate relationship between user experience and ethics. He discusses real-world applications, including how continuous glucose monitors can improve health outcomes. Bermon also tackles the ethical challenges posed by dark patterns and emphasizes the importance of transparency in design. Plus, he shares insights on fostering global UX that respects cultural differences and his unique open office hours for aspiring designers.

Tobie Morgan Hitchcock, co-founder and CEO of SurrealDB, dives into the world of modern database solutions. He discusses the innovative multi-model approach of SurrealDB, which combines relational, graph, and document models into one platform, simplifying data management. Tobie highlights the fascinating 'time travel' feature for retrieving historical data and shares insights on the challenges of building a new database from scratch. He emphasizes the enthusiastic response from developers and the need for education around these new tools.

Jesse Hall, Staff Developer Advocate at MongoDB, dives into the future of databases and development. He discusses MongoDB's latest innovations, emphasizing the shift toward document and vector databases. The conversation covers the integration of AI for data retrieval and how it's reshaping developer tools. They explore current front-end frameworks like Svelte and Next.js, highlighting a trend towards financial motivations over community-driven projects. Jesse emphasizes the need for developers to adapt to AI advancements, embracing low-code solutions to stay relevant.

Dr. Sally Wahba, a Principal Software Engineer at Splunk, tackles the pressing issue of on-call fatigue for software engineers. She shares innovative strategies for reducing burnout through automation and effective communication. Dr. Wahba also highlights the significance of mentorship and continuous learning for junior engineers. The discussion dives into optimizing observability to enhance system performance and addresses the growing skills gap in tech talent, emphasizing the need for supportive environments for newcomers.

In this episode of the Modern Web Podcast, Danny Thompson sits down with Ferdinand Como and Baptiste Leproux from Nuxt Labs to uncover the story behind Nuxt Studio, a tool that's transforming how developers and non-technical users interact with Nuxt applications. Ferdinand and Baptiste share how Nuxt Studio bridges the gap between developer customization and user-friendly content management. Built to empower agencies, freelancers, and their clients, Nuxt Studio combines powerful features like live previews, Vue component integration, and schema-driven forms to make managing content seamless. The conversation also explores the broader mission of Nuxt Labs—building sustainable open-source tools that enhance developer experience and meet real-world needs. With insights into the future of Nuxt Studio and its potential to scale for larger organizations, this episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about innovation in web development. Chapters 1. Introduction and Setting the Stage (00:00:00)   2. The Vision Behind Nuxt Studio (00:03:10)   3. Nuxt Studio’s Core Features (00:08:45)   4. Challenges in Building Nuxt Studio (00:16:20)   5. Target Audience and Use Cases (00:22:35)   6. Sustainability in Open Source (00:29:00)   7. The Future of Nuxt Studio (00:35:10)   8. Nuxt Studio’s Role in the Nuxt Ecosystem (00:42:30)   9. Closing Thoughts and What’s Next (00:48:00)   10. Sponsor Shoutout and Wrap-Up (00:53:20)   Follow Baptiste Leproux and Ferdinand Coumau Baptiste Twitter: https://x.com/_larbish Ferdinand Twitter: https://x.com/CoumauFerdinand Baptiste Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/baptiste-leproux-618842b0/Ferdinand Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ferdinand-coumau-nuxt/ Sponsored by This Dot: thisdot.co

In this episode of the Modern Web Podcast, Rob Ocel and Danny Thompson chat with Lawrence Lockhart, Developer Advocate at Vaadin, about using Java on the front end. Lawrence introduces Vaadin’s frameworks, Flow and Hilla, which empower Java developers to build full-stack applications without needing JavaScript. They discuss Vaadin's web components, built-in accessibility, seamless integration with Spring Boot, and how it simplifies complex web applications for enterprise use. Chapters 00:03 - Introduction 01:02 - What is Vaadin and Full-Stack Java 03:12 - Why Use Vaadin? 05:58 - Vaadin’s Communication Layer 08:13 - Vaadin vs. Traditional Front-End Frameworks 11:04 - Flexibility and Support for Web Components 15:14 - Micro Front-Ends and Cross-Team Collaboration 17:57 - Accessibility in Vaadin 19:27 - Sponsor Break 20:37 - Vaadin’s Backend Integration 22:39 - Power of Web Components in Vaadin 24:07 - Open Source and Community 26:15 - Testing with Vaadin 27:02 - Success Stories with Vaadin 30:09 - Customization and Theming in Vaadin 32:51 - Danny’s Perspective on Vaadin 34:02 - Conclusion and Closing Remarks Follow Lawrence Lockhart on Social Media Twitter: https://x.com/LawrenceDCodes Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrencelockhart/ Github: https://gist.github.com/lawrencedcodes/forked Sponsored by This Dot: thisdot.co

Rob Ocel and co-hosts Tracy Lee, Adam Rackis, and Danny Thompson talk with tech educator Ankita Kulkarni about her journey from engineering leader to full-time educator. Ankita shares insights on teaching Next.js, bridging practical knowledge gaps, and helping developers tackle real-world challenges. They discuss Next.js as a React-based framework, its benefits, and the challenges it presents for beginners. Chapters Introduction to the Podcast and Guests 00:01   Meet Ankita Kulkarni, Tech Educator 00:26    Ankita's Transition to Full-Time Education 01:41    Teaching Practical Knowledge in Next.js 03:19    Effective Methods for Teaching Next.js 05:27   Challenges of Being a Full-Time Educator 07:48   Balancing Broad and Specific Examples 09:54    Embracing Mistakes as a Teaching Tool 12:13   Pair Programming and Mentorship 14:00    Discussion on Next.js and Framework Adoption 16:48    Advantages and Challenges of Next.js 18:12   Choosing the Right Framework for Your Needs 20:35    Impact of Next.js in React Documentation 22:26    Learning Paths for New Developers 23:24    The Rise of Full-Stack Web Development 25:09    Benefits of Frameworks Abstracting Complexity 26:27    OpenNext and Deployment Flexibility 28:06  Ankita's Excitement for New Next.js Features 30:35   The Future of Next.js Without Vercel 32:16   Final Thoughts and Where to Find Everyone Online 34:21 Follow Ankita Kulkarni on Social Media  Twitter: https://x.com/kulkarniankita9 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kulkarniankita Sponsored by This Dot: thisdot.co

Annie Sexton, Developer Advocate at Fly.io, to discuss Fly.io’s approach to simplifying cloud deployment. Annie shares Fly.io's unique position as a public cloud that offers the flexibility of infrastructure control with a streamlined developer experience. They explore Fly.io’s private networking and distributed app capabilities, allowing developers to deploy applications close to users worldwide with ease. Annie also addresses common challenges in distributed systems, including latency, data replication, and the balance between global reach and simple, single-region projects. Chapters: - 00:00 - 01:32 Introduction to the Modern Web Podcast and Guests - 01:33 - 04:00 Overview of Fly.io and Annie’s Role as Developer Advocate - 04:01 - 06:35 What Makes Fly.io Stand Out Among Cloud Platforms - 06:36 - 08:57 Distributed Applications: Benefits and Use Cases - 08:58 - 11:28 Understanding Distributed Web Servers and Private Networking - 11:29 - 13:49 Challenges in Distributed Data and Replication Techniques - 13:50 - 16:12 Fly.io’s Unique Solutions for Data Consistency - 16:13 - 18:34 When to Consider a Distributed Setup for Your Application - 18:35 - 20:35 Tools and Tips for Evaluating Geographical Distribution Needs - 20:36 - 22:22 Simplifying Global Deployment with Fly.io’s Command Features - 22:23 - 24:18 Considerations for Latency and Performance Optimization - 24:19 - 26:45 Balancing Simplicity with Advanced Control for Developers - 26:46 - 29:04 Easy Deployment for Hobbyists and Smaller Projects - 29:05 - 31:27 Getting Started on Fly.io with Fly Launch - 31:28 - 33:48 Developer Advocacy and Meeting Diverse Needs in the Cloud - 33:49 - 36:15 Catering to Beginners and Experienced Developers Alike - 36:16 - End Closing Remarks and Where to Find Fly.io and the Hosts Follow Annie Sexton on Social Media Twitter:https://x.com/_anniebabannie_ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annie-sexton-11472a46/ Github: https://github.com/anniebabannie

In this episode of the Modern Web Podcast, host Rob Ocel is joined by Adam Rackis, Danny Thompson, and guest Braydon Coyer, Senior Front-End Developer at LogicGate to talk about using Angular Signals for improved state management and DOM performance. Braydon explains how Signals simplify Angular development and offer better readability and efficiency compared to traditional methods like RxJS. The conversation also touches on hiring in the AI era, discussing challenges around take-home tests and live coding, and how AI tools like ChatGPT are changing the interview process. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction   00:57 - The Angular Renaissance   02:24 - Signals in Angular   03:27 - Transitioning to Signals   04:19 - Signals in Utility Development   05:09 - RxJS and Signals   07:52 - Signals vs Other State Management Solutions   09:34 - Testing Signals   10:29 - Control Flow and Standalone Components in Angular   12:02 - Angular's Evolution and Accessibility   13:28 - Angular’s Framework Governance   17:10 - Hiring in the Age of AI   19:15 - Pair Programming and Real-Time Problem Solving   22:24 - The Role of AI in Interviews   27:58 - Wrapping Up Follow Braydon Coyer on Social Media Twitter: https://x.com/BraydonCoyer Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/braydon-coyer/ Github: https://github.com/braydoncoyer

In this episode of the Modern Web Podcast, Danny Thompson, Director of Technology at This Dot Labs, hosts a conversation with Theresa Mammarella, JVM engineer at IBM, and Brian Sam-Bodden, Applied AI Engineer at Redis. They explore their talks at JCONF in Dallas, Texas, covering topics like GenAI architectures in the Java community and OpenJDK's Project Valhalla. Their conversation covers Java’s evolution, AI applications, semantic caching, and how these technologies are impacting development workflows and performance optimization. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction   01:00 - Brian on GenAI in the Java Community   01:47 - Java’s Safe Evolution Path   02:17 - Teresa on Project Valhalla   03:54 - Value Classes and Performance   04:33 - Brian on Semantic Caching   06:54 - Challenges of Rewording Prompts   09:15 - What is RAG Architecture?   11:34 - Java’s Role in AI   13:57 - Cost of LLMs and Caching Strategies   15:57 - Teresa on Java’s Future   18:22 - Learning Resources for Java Developers   20:44 - Addressing Misconceptions About Java   22:39 - Final Thoughts   Follow Theresa Mammarella & Brian Sam on Social Media Theresa Mammarella Twitter: https://x.com/t_mammarella?lang=en Brian Sam-Bodden Twitter: https://x.com/bsbodden Theresa Mammarella Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tmammarella/ Brian Sam-Bodden Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sambodden/