If Typescript's been buzzin' in your ears and you're feelin' lost or hyped, this episode's your spot. Yoav and Lio, plus special guest Ariel Shulman, break it all down. We're talkin' old-school systems to next-level web stuff, and even some real talk that shakes things up. Tune in and get the lowdown on what's got the dev world talkin'.

Ariel is a Full Stack engineer at illumex. She is passionate about building scalable web applications and reusable UI libraries. When she is not behind a keyboard she’s probably surfing or playing guitar.

Show notes:

• Ariel Shulman
• Lio Fleishman
• Yoav Ganbar

• Typescript. Runtime. And In Between. - NodeTLV '23
• The drama:
• • DHH blog post
  • Recap by FireShip.
  • Rich Harris (Svelte) had something to say
  • As well as Michael Jackson (Remix)
  • Theo Brown reacting
  • DHH follow up post

In a world where developer happiness is paramount, UI component libraries are key, or are they? Dive into this episode, where Alon Valadji, inspired by Simon Sinek's philosophy of 'starting with the why', unpacks the significance of these libraries.

With a special spotlight on the groundbreaking ShadCN/UI, Alon retraces his journey from his early tech experiences in the '90s to his present-day advocacy for streamlined development and stakeholder satisfaction.

Join us for a captivating discussion on the evolution of software tools and the compelling case for ShadCN/UI.

Show Notes:

• Alon Valadji
• Mike Monteiro: 13 Ways Designers Screw Up Client Presentations
• Start with why -- how great leaders inspire action | Simon Sinek | TEDxPugetSound
• CSS Utility Classes and "Separation of Concerns" - Adam Wathan
• ShadCN/UI
• Lio Fleishman
• Yoav Ganbar

In this episode, Yoav and Lio explore what's coming next in the world of CSS. They discuss a host of exciting features and improvements that are sure to make your work easier and more fun.

The episode covers a lot of ground, from the convenience of CSS nesting (which helps to reduce the need for repetitive selectors), to the potential for creating engaging, scroll-driven animations on your website. You'll hear about the latest developments in CSS that are pushing the envelope.

Yoav and Lio don't stop there. They also discuss the new accent color property and the clever functionality of the color mix function. Both of these are aimed at simplifying and enhancing the process of styling elements that have traditionally been more challenging to work with.

So, settle in for an informative discussion that shines a light on the evolving landscape of CSS, pointing towards a future that offers even more possibilities and flexibility for developers. Come join us as we explore what's on the horizon for CSS4!

Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HN3RVamv2WU

Introducing our new co-host Lio Fleishman! 🎉

Join Yoav and Lio in this engaging episode as they delve into the ever-evolving React ecosystem. From reflecting on past technology transitions to discussing the challenges faced by open-source maintainers, the hosts explore the role of developers' opinions, complaints, and resistance to change. They share personal anecdotes, from initial skepticism towards technologies like TypeScript to conflicting opinions on popular frameworks like Tailwind CSS. With a mix of humor and introspection, Yoav and Lio challenge the notion of "best practices" and highlight the importance of adaptability and continuous learning in the fast-paced world of web development. Tune in to gain insights, have a laugh, and embrace the ever-changing nature of the React ecosystem.

In this episode, we dive into the world of meta frameworks in web development. The conversation covers a range of topics, including the benefits of meta frameworks, the reasons for their recent popularity, and the potential success of new frameworks such as Qwik and Qwik City. The discussion also explores the factors that may influence the adoption of these frameworks by the developer community. Join us as we explore the ever-evolving landscape of web development with our guest, Dan Shappir, a seasoned software engineer with a performance expertise and co-host of the JavaScript Jabber podcast.

• Dan Shappir
• JavaScript Jabber
• Chrome UX Report
• Ryan Carniato JavaScript Frameworks in 2023 stream
• Killing ReactJS - A Guide For Hopeful Frameworks 
• Qwik
• Roman Sandler
• Yoav Ganbar

Amit Sheen joins us to discuss the recent "Tailwind fiasco" on tech Twitter, which reignited the same arguments from two years ago. Sheen argues that while Tailwind is a great tool, it has its limits and should be used in the right context. He believes that having 30 classes on a button is an inadequate usage of Tailwind and that readability is important in code.

• Amit Sheen - Codepen, Site, Twitter
• The Tailwind CSS Drama Your Users Don't Care About
• Roman Sandler
• Yoav Ganbar

Sam Selikoff and Ryan Toronto joined us to discuss the development scene, their own development philosophies, and how they transitioned from Ember to React. We discussed the importance of being pragmatic and the difficulty of finding like-minded people in the development space.

• Sam Selikoff - Twitter, YouTube
• Ryan Toronto - Twitter, YouTube
• Fontend First
• BuildUI
• Yoav Ganbar
• Roman Sandler

A friendly conversation with Vitaly Friedman, a well-known front-end developer and founder of Smashing Magazine. We discussed the current state of front-end development, diving into the latest trends and technologies in the field. We also delved into common challenges front-end developers face in enterprise environments, and Vitaly shared his thoughts on how to overcome them. Lastly, we talked about the topic of Artificial Intelligence in front-end development, looking at the current state of AI in the field and discussing exciting possibilities for the future.

Links:

• Vitaly Friedman
• Smashing Magazine
• Roman Sandler
• Yoav Ganbar
• https://open-ui.org/
• https://infrequently.org/2022/12/performance-baseline-2023/
• https://www.smashingmagazine.com/2021/03/complete-guide-accessible-front-end-components/