Tom Preston-Werner is the Cofounder at Preston-Werner Ventures. They dive into the world of React, Redwood JS, and the evolving landscape of JavaScript development. They discuss the importance of keeping up with the JavaScript world, the benefits of learning SQL, and the challenges of using ORMs. They also explore the upcoming Redwood JS conference, the future of React Server Components, and the motivations behind building open-source projects. SponsorsChuck's Resume Template Raygun - Application Monitoring For Web & Mobile AppsBecome a Top 1% Dev with a Top End Devs MembershipLinksRedwoodJS: The App Framework for Startups | RedwoodJS.comRedwoodJS ConferenceChatterbug SocialsLinkedIn: Tom Preston-WernerTom Preston-Werner PicksAJ - "If you enjoy switching between feeling like the smartest person on earth and the dumbest person in history all in the same day, programming may be the career for you!" - https://redwoodjs.com/docs/tutorial/intermissionAJ - SemVerAJ - Suzanna Venker (be countercultural)AJ - Amazon FBA Honest ResultsCharles - Risk Legacy | Board GameCharles - Wednesday (TV Series 2022Dan - The Peacemaker (1997)Dan - The Faithful and the Fallen Series by John GwynneSteve - The Spy (TV Mini Series 2019)Tom - Monopoly Deal Card GameOur Sponsors:* Check out Factor: http://factor75.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/javascript-jabber/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Barry Pollard is the Web Performance Developer Advocate on Google Chrome. They dive into the world of website performance metrics and the complexities surrounding them. From the confusion around reliability to the impact of front-end optimization, they explore it all. They discuss the importance of Core Web Vitals, the influence of user location and device speed, and the challenges in presenting aggregated information about website performance. They also touch on the ongoing debate between front-end and back-end optimization, as well as the current state of website scores and metrics. SponsorsChuck's Resume Template Developer Book Club Become a Top 1% Dev with a Top End Devs MembershipSocialsLinkedIn: Barry Pollard PicksBarry - HolidaysDan - Silicon Valley (TV Series 2014–2019)Dan - War in UkraineDan - Fight for Democracy in IsraelCharles - Women's World CupCharles - The Crew: Mission Deep Sea | Board GameOur Sponsors:* Check out Factor: http://factor75.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/javascript-jabber/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Evyatar Alush is a Frontend Engineer at Meta. He joins the show to talk about Vest. It is a declarative validation framework. He begins by explaining Vest, how it works, its features, what it can offer to the users, the future of validations on the web, and many more!SponsorsChuck's Resume Template Raygun - Application Monitoring For Web & Mobile AppsBecome a Top 1% Dev with a Top End Devs MembershipLinksGitHub: VestVest SocialsLinkedIn: Evyatar AlushPicksCharles - Risk Legacy | Board GameDan - Oppenheimer (2023)Our Sponsors:* Check out Factor: http://factor75.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/javascript-jabber/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Lane Wagner is the Founder of Boot.Dev. They delve into the world of JavaScript and backend development. They also share their experiences with API gateways and provide insights into both positive and negative implementations. Additionally, they uncover the challenges and benefits of using JavaScript and Node.js as a backend system and explore the fascinating concept of Back End for Front End (BFF). SponsorsChuck's Resume Template Developer Book Club Become a Top 1% Dev with a Top End Devs MembershipSocialsLinkedIn: Lane WagnerBackend BanterTwitter: wagslanePicksAJ - CoffeezillaAJ - Socket SecurityAJ - JS with TypesCharles - Living Forest | Board GameDan - Silicon Valley (TV Series 2014–2019)Dan - The Faithful and the Fallen Series by John GwynneLane - Boot.Dev - Learn Backend DevelopmentLane - CodeAestheticSteve - Better Off Dead... (1985)Our Sponsors:* Check out Factor: http://factor75.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/javascript-jabber/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Julien Klepatch is the CEO and founder of EatTheBlocks. He joins the show to talk about Web3. He begins by sharing his past experiences and how he became a Software Developer. Additionally, he explains the reasons why developers should get into the Web3 world, its advantages, building web applications with Web3, its connection to Blockchain, and many more!SponsorsChuck's Resume Template Raygun - Application Monitoring For Web & Mobile AppsBecome a Top 1% Dev with a Top End Devs MembershipLinksIntroduction to Web3SocialsLinkedIn: Julien KlepatchEatTheBlocksTwitter: @jklepatchPicksAJ - Dash Cryptocurrency Libraries (can work cross-chain)- https://github.com/dashhive/dashphrase.js- https://github.com/dashhive/dashhd.js- https://github.com/dashhive/dashkeys.js- https://github.com/dashhive/dashtx.jsAJ - Harbor FreightAJ - CoffeezillaAJ - Socket SecurityCharles - Skyjo | Board GameCharles - Living Forest | Board GameOur Sponsors:* Check out Factor: http://factor75.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/javascript-jabber/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy