In this episode of Whiskey Web and Whatnot, hosts Charles William Carpenter III and Adam Argyle share a drink with Diego Gonzalez, a PM working on the Edge team.

The discussion centers on progressive web apps (PWAs), with Diego outlining his role in standardizing platform features and the various advantages of PWAs.

The trio also debates the value of vanilla CSS vs. Tailwind, discusses their favorite development tools, and even dives into the nuances of whiskey tasting with a focus on a particular blend from Woodinville.

Tune in for a blend of tech insights, humor, and whiskey reviews.

Key Takeaways

• [00:00] - Introduction and Podcast Welcome
• [00:36] - Sponsor Message: Wix Studio
• [01:30] - Special Guest Introduction: Diego Gonzalez
• [01:47] - Discussion on Progressive Web Apps (PWAs)
• [04:07] - Whiskey Tasting Session
• [13:08] - Browser Wars and Hot Takes
• [22:38] - Future of PWAs and Microsoft Store
• [30:35] - Understanding PWAs: A Developer's Perspective
• [31:21] - The Android vs. Apple Debate
• [32:44] - The Smartwatch Dilemma
• [34:15] - Travel Tales and Photography
• [38:36] - European Culture and Humor
• [48:12] - Final Thoughts and Tech Tips

Links

• Diego Gonzales LinkedIn
• Edge Browser

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Veteran web developers RobbieTheWagner and Charles William Carpenter III host this informal, whiskey-fueled fireside chat with your favorite web devs. They discuss all things web development including JavaScript, TypeScript, EmberJS, React, Astro, SolidJS, CSS, HTML, Web3, and more. They take a unique approach and focus on getting to know the human side of developers and their hobbies outside of work, all while sampling a new whiskey that they rate on their unique tentacle scale.

Join host Charles William Carpenter III and special guest host Adam Argyle as they welcome Natalia Venditto on this episode of Whiskey Web and Whatnot.

They dive into Natalia's background in JavaScript and her current work at Microsoft. The trio shares their impressions of Smooth Ambler's Contradiction Bourbon, discussing its unique blend of whiskeys, flavor profiles, and personal ratings.

The conversation shifts to hot tech topics, including inferred vs. explicit types in TypeScript, IDEs vs. text editors, and opinions on GraphQL and micro frontends. They also touch on the nuances between developer experience (DX) and user experience (UX), frameworks like Astro, and the inherent trade-offs in software architecture.

Wrapping up, Natalia shares insights about living in Barcelona and her background in architecture and filmmaking.

Key Takeaways

• [00:00] - Welcome and Introductions
• [00:49] - Whiskey Tasting: Smooth Ambler's Contradiction Bourbon
• [04:51] - Rating the Bourbon
• [08:07] - Tech Talk: AI, Blockchain, and JavaScript
• [10:20] - Hot Takes: TypeScript, IDEs, and More
• [23:03] - Microfrontends and Developer Experience
• [27:47] - The Balance Between DX and UX
• [34:13] - Dev Humor and Final Thoughts
• [35:18] - Debating JSX and Single File Components
• [36:26] - The Evolution of Web Development Frameworks
• [38:23] - Living in Barcelona and Football Fandom
• [40:27] - Culinary Adventures and Cultural Influences
• [45:05] - Angular and the Framework Wars
• [48:15] - Career Paths and Personal Interests
• [59:34] - The Joys of Manual Cars and Quality Materials
• [01:03:55] - Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up

Links

• Natalia Venditto Twitter
• Natalia Venditto LinkedIn
• https://microfrontend.dev/

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• Robbie Wagner
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We sit down with Nas Tonchev, CTO of Bevvy, a whiskey app for mobile and the web. We discuss features and functionalities of the Bevvy app, which helps users track, discover, and rate whiskeys. We also cover whiskey recommendations, the nuances of whiskey flavors, and the technical challenges of developing a whiskey-focused app. Additionally, we explore the influence of cultural aspects on consuming and collecting whiskey, with some tangents on career choices, hobbies, and the challenges of integrating AI and blockchain in business solutions.

Key Takeaways

• [00:29] Who is Nas Tonchev?
• [01:55] What does the Bevvy app do? Who is Bevvy for?
• [05:18] Four Roses single barrel whiskey
• [15:12] Hot take: Serverless bad?
• [18:59] Why did you choose to go native on mobile for Bevvy?
• [27:17] How do you handle items that aren't in your database yet?
• [32:25] Have you been to tasting events?
• [39:10] Do you like Mad Men?
• [40:53] What is the story behind Bevvy's founding?
• [42:45] How could AI integrate with an app like Bevvy?
• [48:23] If you weren't in tech, what career would you choose?
• [52:27] What hobbies do you have outside of tech?
• [59:58] What soccer team are you a fan of?

Links

• Atanas Tonchev
• Bevvy | Cocktails, Spirits, and Drink Culture
• Four Roses Sophistication
• Mad Men
• Son of the Beach

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Key Takeaways

• [00:26] Introducing Michael from Prime Barrell
• [04:18] Rare Character 6 Year Straight Rye Whiskey
• [07:35] Loving or Hating Wax Seals on Whiskey
• [11:26] Learning how to taste our whiskey
• [18:39] Amburana explained
• [29:18] What is a cigar batch?
• [34:46] Is ice evil for tasting real whiskey?
• [37:11] How should you smell whiskey?
• [47:31] How are NFTs going in the whiskey business?
• [01:02:55] How are you integrating AI into your work?
• [01:05:57] Is there a worst whiskey you've ever had?
• [01:11:45] Where can people learn more about whiskey and Michael?

Links

• Michael on LinkedIn
• The Prime Barrel
• Prime Barrel - Single-Barrel Picks Marketplace
• Starlight Distillery Spirits
• Joseph Magnus
• Four Roses Bourbon
• Discord invite

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Key Takeaways

• [0:00] Introducing Robby Russell
• [02:41] Whiskey Tasting: Mortlach "The Wee Witchie" 12 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky
• [09:19] Hot Takes
• [12:05] Thoughts on ripping TypeScript out of projects
• [19:15] git rebase or git merge?
• [21:09] Left or right sidebar in VS Code?
• [23:26] What do you think about nested ternaries?
• [26:55] Is Rails going to be the best way to write web applications again?
• [39:15] Any suggestions for podcasters?
• [47:41] Pronouncing and working on Oh My Zsh
• [49:51] The origin story of Oh My Zsh

Links

• Twitter
• Whiskey
• Oh My Zsh
• Maintainable Podcast
• The Mighty Missoula

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Join hosts Charles William Carpenter III and Adam Argyle for a riveting episode of 'Whiskey Web and Whatnot' featuring guest April Yoho.

Based in the UK and a seasoned developer advocate, April shares her extensive 25+ years of experience in tech while indulging in a tasting session of High West Double Rye whiskey.

Discover insights into cloud development, the intricacies of AI in coding, the debates of modern JavaScript practices, and much more. Tune in for a mix of whiskey evaluation, tech discussions, and amusing cultural anecdotes.

Key Takeaways

• [00:00] - Introduction and Guest Introduction
• [01:01] - Whiskey Tasting: High West Double Rye
• [02:19] - Whiskey Rating System Explained
• [02:38] - Tasting Notes and Impressions
• [08:08] - Tech Talk: Let vs Const
• [08:42] - Hot Takes: Tailwind, Git, and TypeScript
• [13:53] - Infrastructure as Code: Terraform and Bicep
• [17:42] - Kubernetes and Cloud Native Development
• [19:06] - Flex and Serverless: A New Perspective
• [20:32] - Overengineering in Tech
• [20:46] - Nostalgia for Early Web and DIY Servers
• [22:12] - On-Prem vs Cloud: The Debate
• [23:37] - Data Residency Challenges
• [27:43] - Living in the UK: Food and Culture
• [36:08] - AI in Development: Embrace the Change

Links

• April Yoho Twitter
• April Yoho LinkedIn

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Join Charles William Carpenter III and Adam Schmargyle in an engaging episode of 'Whiskey Web and Whatnot' as they welcome Damian Edwards and David Fowler from Microsoft.

Listen as David shares his journey from Barbados to becoming a distinguished engineer at Microsoft and Damian recounts his experience with web technologies from Australia. The discussion includes insights into .NET frameworks, HTML semantics, and their new project, Aspire.

The hosts also provide tips on integrating the Aspire dashboard with Otel tools, emphasizing hands-on experience. Amidst tech discussions, enjoy a light-hearted session of Japanese whiskey tasting, personal anecdotes, and dynamic software development perspectives. Subscribe for more!

Key Takeaways

• [00:00] - Introduction and Guest Introduction
• [00:31] - David Fowler's Background
• [01:33] - Damian Edwards' Background
• [02:44] - Evolution of the Web
• [03:06] - Whiskey Tasting: Akashi White Oak
• [05:06] - Whiskey Rating and Discussion
• [16:06] - Hot Takes and Industry Insights
• [32:33] - The Rise of Celebrity Developers
• [32:50] - The Power of Strong Opinions
• [33:32] - Implicit vs Explicit Types
• [34:53] - The Evolution of .NET Frameworks
• [36:04] - Introduction to Blazor
• [41:08] - Understanding Aspire
• [51:44] - Balancing Work and Personal Life
• [52:39] - Sports and Hobbies
• [57:59] - Reflections and Future Plans

Links

• David Fowler Twitter
• David Fowler LinkedIn
• Damian Edwards Twitter
• Damian Edwards LinkedIn
• Aspire

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