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Wes Bos & Scott Tolinski - Full Stack JavaScript Web Developers

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Full Stack Developers Wes Bos and Scott Tolinski dive deep into web development topics, explaining how they work and talking about their own experiences. They cover from JavaScript frameworks like React, to the latest advancements in CSS to simplifying web tooling.

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752 episodes

750: New CSS and JavaScript You Should Be Using

Get stoked, jQuery 1.2 is here! Join Scott and Wes as they discuss jQuery Mobile, slicing PSD files, CSS rounded corners, CoffeeScript features, WordPress 2.3, and the rise of Skeuomorphism, shaping the landscape of web development this year. SHOW NOTES __ __ HIT US UP ON SOCIALS! Syntax: X https://twitter.com/syntaxfm Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads https://www.threads.net/@syntax_fm Wes: X https://twitter.com/wesbos Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Scott:X https://twitter.com/stolinski Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Randy: X https://twitter.com/randyrektor Instagram YouTube Threads

24m
Apr 01, 2024
749: Coding Shopify with Anne and Trudy of Design Packs

Scott and Wes are joined by special guests Trudy MacNabb and Anne Thomas from Design Packs, diving into the nitty-gritty of Shopify design. Tune in as they dissect the pros and cons, challenges, and unveil their daily toolkit for crafting stunning Shopify websites. SHOW NOTES __ __ SICK PICKS __ __ SHAMELESS PLUGS __ __ HIT US UP ON SOCIALS! Syntax: X https://twitter.com/syntaxfm Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads https://www.threads.net/@syntax_fm Wes: X https://twitter.com/wesbos Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Scott:X https://twitter.com/stolinski Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Randy: X https://twitter.com/randyrektor Instagram YouTube Threads

58m
Mar 29, 2024
748: Fitness Will Make You a Better Developer

Level up your coding game -and your gains! Today, Scott and Wes weigh in on the importance of physical fitness for developers, covering motivation, diet, lifting basics, routines, and swole-inducing supplements. SHOW NOTES __ __ __ SICK PICKS __ __ HIT US UP ON SOCIALS! Syntax: X https://twitter.com/syntaxfm Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads https://www.threads.net/@syntax_fm Wes: X https://twitter.com/wesbos Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Scott:X https://twitter.com/stolinski Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Randy: X https://twitter.com/randyrektor Instagram YouTube Threads

55m
Mar 27, 2024
747: Middleware Explained

Join Wes and Scott for a hasty episode of Syntax as they unpack the power of middleware for developers, covering caching, authentication, A/B testing, error handling, and user redirection in a quick, punchy rundown to supercharge your backend skills! SHOW NOTES __ __ __ HIT US UP ON SOCIALS! Syntax: X https://twitter.com/syntaxfm Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads https://www.threads.net/@syntax_fm Wes: X https://twitter.com/wesbos Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Scott:X https://twitter.com/stolinski Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Randy: X https://twitter.com/randyrektor Instagram YouTube Threads

27m
Mar 25, 2024
746: Infrastructure for TS Devs: Kubernetes, WASM and Containers with David Flanagan

Deploy your own tech stack: Wes and Scott are joined by Kubernetes expert David Flanagan to be schooled on how Kubernetes, Docker and even WASM containers work. SHOW NOTES __ __ SICK PICKS __ __ __ SHAMELESS PLUGS __ __ __ HIT US UP ON SOCIALS! Syntax: X https://twitter.com/syntaxfm Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads https://www.threads.net/@syntax_fm Wes: X https://twitter.com/wesbos Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Scott:X https://twitter.com/stolinski Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Randy: X https://twitter.com/randyrektor Instagram YouTube Threads

59m
Mar 22, 2024
745: Modern JS Toolchains (Biome, Oxc + More)

Wes and Scott dive deep into the world of JavaScript toolchains, exploring everything from linters and compilers to transpilers and formatters. Tune in as they shed light on cutting-edge technologies like Biome, UnJS, and Ezno that are shaping the future for developers. SHOW NOTES __ __ __ __ SICK PICKS __ __ SHAMELESS PLUGS __ __ HIT US UP ON SOCIALS! Syntax: X https://twitter.com/syntaxfm Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads https://www.threads.net/@syntax_fm Wes: X https://twitter.com/wesbos Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Scott:X https://twitter.com/stolinski Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Randy: X https://twitter.com/randyrektor Instagram YouTube Threads

47m
Mar 20, 2024
744: Docker For Developers

Join Scott and CJ on a rapid-fire journey through Docker. From unraveling containerization to practical advice on incorporating Docker into your workflow, this quick-paced episode has everything you need to navigate the world of container technology. SHOW NOTES __ __ __ __ HIT US UP ON SOCIALS! Syntax: X https://twitter.com/syntaxfm Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads https://www.threads.net/@syntax_fm Wes: X https://twitter.com/wesbos Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Scott:X https://twitter.com/stolinski Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads CJ: X https://twitter.com/coding_garden Instagram Tiktok TwitchTV YouTube Randy: X https://twitter.com/randyrektor Instagram YouTube Threads

25m
Mar 18, 2024
743: JavaScript Figma Plugins & Working at GitHub With Cameron McEfee

Wes and Scott welcome Cameron McEfee, a seasoned creative director whose journey spans GitHub, Sentry.io, and the innovative realm of JavaScript plugins with his creation, GuideGuide. Cameron explores plugin building, iterating on the iconic Octocat for GitHub, and shedding light on the multifaceted roles of a creative director. SHOW NOTES __ __ SICK PICKS __ __ __ __ SHAMELESS PLUGS __ __ HIT US UP ON SOCIALS! Syntax: X https://twitter.com/syntaxfm Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads https://www.threads.net/@syntax_fm Wes: X https://twitter.com/wesbos Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Scott:X https://twitter.com/stolinski Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Randy: X https://twitter.com/randyrektor Instagram YouTube Threads

56m
Mar 15, 2024
742: Potluck: Migrating to Typescript, Semver Explained, Accurate Timers and Countdowns

Scott and CJ dive into a potluck of developer queries, from their favorite tech reads to essential web dev fundamentals. Tune in as they dish out expert advice on migrating React projects to TypeScript, crafting precise timers for countdown apps, and navigating the world of free-tier plans. SHOW NOTES __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ SICK PICKS __ __ SHAMELESS PLUGS __ __ HIT US UP ON SOCIALS! Syntax: X https://twitter.com/syntaxfm Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads https://www.threads.net/@syntax_fm Wes: X https://twitter.com/wesbos Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Scott:X https://twitter.com/stolinski Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Randy: X https://twitter.com/randyrektor Instagram YouTube Threads

56m
Mar 13, 2024
741: TypeScript Interview Questions - STUMP’d

Wes and Scott tackle TypeScript trivia, from combining string literal types to unraveling the mystery of d.ts files. Join them as they challenge each other on conditional types, interfaces, triple-slash directives, and TypeScript records. SHOW NOTES __ __ HIT US UP ON SOCIALS! Syntax: X https://twitter.com/syntaxfm Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads https://www.threads.net/@syntax_fm Wes: X https://twitter.com/wesbos Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Scott:X https://twitter.com/stolinski Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Randy: X https://twitter.com/randyrektor Instagram YouTube Threads

25m
Mar 11, 2024
740: Local AI Models in JavaScript - Machine Learning Deep Dive With Xenova

Scott and Wes are joined by special guest Xenova to explore local AI models in JavaScript. From Hugging Face to Transformers.js and practical applications like real-time speech recognition and object detection, this episode dives deep into the world of machine learning. SHOW NOTES __ __ SICK PICKS __ __ SHAMELESS PLUGS __ __ HIT US UP ON SOCIALS! Syntax: X https://twitter.com/syntaxfm Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads https://www.threads.net/@syntax_fm Wes: X https://twitter.com/wesbos Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Scott:X https://twitter.com/stolinski Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Randy: X https://twitter.com/randyrektor Instagram YouTube Threads

1h 19m
Mar 08, 2024
739: The LoFi Movement: Building Local First Apps

Join Wes and Scott as they explore LoFi (local first) web development, delving into CRDT, Websockets, IndexedDB, SQLite, and more. Discover when Local-First shines and when it’s better to steer clear in this episode packed with practical insights. SHOW NOTES __ __ __ __ __ __ SICK PICKS __ __ HIT US UP ON SOCIALS! Syntax: X https://twitter.com/syntaxfm Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads https://www.threads.net/@syntax_fm Wes: X https://twitter.com/wesbos Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Scott:X https://twitter.com/stolinski Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Randy: X https://twitter.com/randyrektor Instagram YouTube Threads

52m
Mar 06, 2024
738: Little Scripts: Coding for your Co-workers

Process is important. This show is dedicated to examples of non-developer tasks that can be improved by coding scripts. Join Scott and Wes for a deep dive into automation magic. SHOW NOTES __ __ __ HIT US UP ON SOCIALS! Syntax: X https://twitter.com/syntaxfm Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads https://www.threads.net/@syntax_fm Wes: X https://twitter.com/wesbos Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Scott:X https://twitter.com/stolinski Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Randy: X https://twitter.com/randyrektor Instagram YouTube Threads

23m
Mar 04, 2024
737: JSR: The New TypeScript Package Registry (NPM Killer)

Get ready to learn all about the JSR package registry with Wes, Scott, and special guest Luca Casonato of Deno, as they discuss its benefits, share insights on when to use it, and teasing some secret features that promise to enhance your coding journey. SHOW NOTES __ __ SICK PICKS __ __ SHAMELESS PLUGS __ __ HIT US UP ON SOCIALS! Syntax: X https://twitter.com/syntaxfm Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads https://www.threads.net/@syntax_fm Wes: X https://twitter.com/wesbos Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Scott:X https://twitter.com/stolinski Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Randy: X https://twitter.com/randyrektor Instagram YouTube Threads

58m
Mar 01, 2024
736: CJ Reynolds is Joining Syntax

Scott and Wes introduce Syntax’s new Senior Content Producer, CJ Reynolds, who will be creating video deep-dives and companion content for topics covered on the podcast. CJ, also known as the host of Coding Garden, shares his passions for web development, teaching and experimenting with new technologies. SHOW NOTES __ __ SICK PICKS __ __ SHAMELESS PLUGS __ __ HIT US UP ON SOCIALS! Syntax: X https://twitter.com/syntaxfm Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads https://www.threads.net/@syntax_fm Wes: X https://twitter.com/wesbos Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Scott:X https://twitter.com/stolinski Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Randy: X https://twitter.com/randyrektor Instagram YouTube Threads

56m
Feb 28, 2024
735: The Taliban Stole My Domain

Wes shares the story of how the Taliban stole his .af domain. Scott and Wes discuss top-level domain (TLD) best practices, how to find unique custom domain names for your website, and how to avoid having yours stolen. SHOW NOTES __ __ HIT US UP ON SOCIALS! Syntax: X https://twitter.com/syntaxfm Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads https://www.threads.net/@syntax_fm Wes: X https://twitter.com/wesbos Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Scott:X https://twitter.com/stolinski Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Randy: X https://twitter.com/randyrektor Instagram YouTube Threads

15m
Feb 26, 2024
734: HTMX Web Apps with Carson Gross

Scott and Wes welcome HTMX creator Carson Gross to discuss the versatile applications and optimal scenarios for using HTMX, alongside insights into its creation and evolution. Join us as we explore the future prospects and improvements as we look towards HTMX 2.0. SHOW NOTES __ __ SICK PICKS __ __ SHAMELESS PLUGS __ __ HIT US UP ON SOCIALS! Syntax: X https://twitter.com/syntaxfm Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads https://www.threads.net/@syntax_fm Wes: X https://twitter.com/wesbos Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Scott:X https://twitter.com/stolinski Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Randy: X https://twitter.com/randyrektor Instagram YouTube Threads

52m
Feb 23, 2024
733: Egress, scraping, Safari EU changes, is SetInterval worth it?

In this potluck episode of Syntax, Wes and Scott discuss egress, scraping, Safari EU changes, and answer questions on updating dependencies and SetInterval. SHOW NOTES __ __ SICK PICKS __ __ SHAMELESS PLUGS __ __ HIT US UP ON SOCIALS! Syntax: X https://twitter.com/syntaxfm Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads https://www.threads.net/@syntax_fm Wes: X https://twitter.com/wesbos Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Scott:X https://twitter.com/stolinski Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Randy: X https://twitter.com/randyrektor Instagram YouTube Threads

59m
Feb 21, 2024
732: Stop going to Spam: DMARC, SPF and DKIM Explained

Wes and Scott explore the web standards and email authentication methods that keep your email from going to spam; DMARC, SPF and DKIM. If you send email via a custom domain name, you need to listen to this! SHOW NOTES __ __ __ HIT US UP ON SOCIALS! Syntax: X https://twitter.com/syntaxfm Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads https://www.threads.net/@syntax_fm Wes: X https://twitter.com/wesbos Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Scott:X https://twitter.com/stolinski Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Randy: X https://twitter.com/randyrektor Instagram YouTube Threads

26m
Feb 19, 2024
731: Client side security, XSS attacks & CSP with Stripe’s Alex Sexton

Scott and Wes are joined by security expert, Alex Sexton of Stripe to cover all things: client security, XSS, attack vectors, and CSP (content security policy). SHOW NOTES __ __ SICK PICKS + SHAMELESS PLUGS __ __ HIT US UP ON SOCIALS! Syntax: X https://twitter.com/syntaxfm Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads https://www.threads.net/@syntax_fm Wes: X https://twitter.com/wesbos Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Scott:X https://twitter.com/stolinski Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Randy: X https://twitter.com/randyrektor Instagram YouTube Threads

1h 3m
Feb 16, 2024
730: Own Your Own PaaS

Scott and Wes talk about the benefits of owning your own PaaS (platform as a service), the main alternatives in the space, and ways to make passion projects more financially viable. SHOW NOTES __ __ __ SICK PICKS __ __ SHAMELESS PLUGS __ __ HIT US UP ON SOCIALS! Syntax: X https://twitter.com/syntaxfm Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads https://www.threads.net/@syntax_fm Wes: X https://twitter.com/wesbos Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Scott:X https://twitter.com/stolinski Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Randy: X https://twitter.com/randyrektor Instagram YouTube Threads

57m
Feb 14, 2024
729: CSS Native @scope

In this very hasty treat, Wes and Scott cover CSS Native @scope, the implementation of this tool, and some of its limitations. SHOW NOTES __ __ Mozilla @scope The Style Element HIT US UP ON SOCIALS! Syntax: X https://twitter.com/syntaxfm Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads https://www.threads.net/@syntax_fm Wes: X https://twitter.com/wesbos Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Scott:X https://twitter.com/stolinski Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Randy: X https://twitter.com/randyrektor Instagram YouTube Threads

18m
Feb 12, 2024
728: AI Superpowers with Kevin Hou and Codeium

In this supper club, Scott and Wes welcome Kevin Hou, Head of Product Engineering at Codeium, a blazing fast AI-powered code completion and chat tool for developers. SHOW NOTES __ __ SICK PICKS __ __ SHAMELESS PLUGS __ __ HIT US UP ON SOCIALS! Syntax: X https://twitter.com/syntaxfm Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads https://www.threads.net/@syntax_fm Wes: X Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Scott: X Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Randy: X Instagram YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@randyrektor Threads

58m
Feb 09, 2024
727: How to Code: Opinionated TypeScript Stack + Tooling Choices Explained

Join Wes and Scott for a 30,000 foot, 'soup-to-nuts' view of web development. From choosing design tools, website styling, and programming languages, to backend infrastructure, data management, and hosting. SHOW NOTES __ __ __ __ SICK PICKS __ __ SHAMELESS PLUGS __ __ HIT US UP ON SOCIALS! Syntax: X Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads https://www.threads.net/@syntax_fm Wes: X https://twitter.com/wesbos Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Scott:X Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads https://www.threads.net/@stolinski Randy: X Instagram YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@randyrektor Threads

59m
Feb 07, 2024
725: Safari is the New Chrome - Jen Simmons of Apple

Wes and Scott talk with Jen Simmons about the latest updates to Safari, reporting bugs to Apple, understanding color in CSS, new CSS switch controls, and testing your websites in Vision Pro hardware. SHOW NOTES __ __ SICK PICKS __ __ SHAMELESS PLUGS __ __ __ __ HIT US UP ON SOCIALS! Syntax: X https://twitter.com/syntaxfm Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads https://www.threads.net/@syntax_fm Wes: X https://twitter.com/wesbos Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Scott:X https://twitter.com/stolinski Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads

1h 2m
Feb 02, 2024
724: Potluck: Is Virtual DOM Bad?

Is the Virtual DOM Bad? Are keyboard shortcuts important? What is S3 storage? In this potluck episode of Syntax, Wes and Scott answer your questions. SHOW NOTES __ __ SICK PICKS __ __ SHAMELESS PLUGS __ __ HIT US UP ON SOCIALS! Syntax: X https://twitter.com/syntaxfm Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads https://www.threads.net/@syntax_fm Wes: X https://twitter.com/wesbos Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Randy: YouTube Scott: X https://twitter.com/stolinski Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads

57m
Jan 31, 2024
723: Svelte 5: Speed Simplicity Size

Unveiling Svelte 5! delving into its latest features. From the impressive speed and simplicity to its compact size, discover what makes this new release so exciting. SHOW NOTES __ __ __ HIT US UP ON SOCIALS! Syntax: X https://twitter.com/syntaxfm Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads https://www.threads.net/@syntax_fm Wes: X https://twitter.com/wesbos Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Scott: X https://twitter.com/stolinski Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads

37m
Jan 29, 2024
722: Next Level Web APIs. Bluetooth, File Access, Thomas Steiner - Project Fugu

Thomas Steiner talks with us about Project Fugu, an effort from Google to enable new classes of applications to run on the web. What is Project Fugu? What are some of Thomas’ favorite APIs to use? What is an IWA vs a PWA? And more! SHOW NOTES __ __ SICK PICKS __ __ SHAMELESS PLUGS __ __ HIT US UP ON SOCIALS! Syntax: X https://twitter.com/syntaxfm Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads https://www.threads.net/@syntax_fm Wes: X https://twitter.com/wesbos Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Scott:X https://twitter.com/stolinski Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads

1h 2m
Jan 26, 2024
721: You should learn Drizzle, the TypeScript SQL ORM

We’re doing a Tasty overview of Drizzle in this episode. What is Drizzle? What are different types of databases? How do you host databases? What have we built with Drizzle? And how does Drizzle handle relational data, TypeScript, querying, selects, transactions, and more! SHOW NOTES __ __ SICK PICKS __ __ SHAMELESS PLUGS __ __ HIT US UP ON SOCIALS! Syntax: X https://twitter.com/syntaxfm Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads https://www.threads.net/@syntax_fm Wes: X https://twitter.com/wesbos Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Scott: X https://twitter.com/stolinski Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads

54m
Jan 24, 2024