JavaScript Jabber

What's New in JavaScript: Latest Language Updates and Features - JSJ 666

Hey, everyone. Welcome back to another exciting episode of JavaScript Jabber, part of the Top End Devs Network. I'm your host, Charles Max Wood, joined by our amazing panelist, Dan Shappir. In this episode, we dive into the latest developments in the world of JavaScript as we kick off a new year. You might recall we covered this topic about a year and a half ago in episode 590.  Today, we're revisiting the updates to see what's progressed and what's newly introduced in the JavaScript standard. Dan Shappir offers his expertise as we explore features that have recently been added to the language. From promise.allSettled, a feature that's been around for about five years but often underutilized, to array method enhancements like .at and Object.hasOwn, there's a ton to unpack. We'll also delve into exciting new library additions like findLast for arrays, efficient array copying methods and improvements in set operations that make JavaScript more powerful and developer-friendly than ever. The episode isn't just about the features that have already landed; we'll also touch on what's in the pipeline with proposals in various stages of development, including exciting concepts like temporal for better date and time handling. Whether you're a JavaScript pro or just keen to stay updated on the latest trends, this discussion is packed with insights to level up your coding game. So, grab your headphones, stay tuned, and let's explore the exciting world of new JavaScript features together! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/javascript-jabber--6102064/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/javascript-jabber--6102064/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss].

Reflections on Technology Trends, AI Impact, and Memorable Episodes - JSJ 665

Welcome to another riveting episode of Top End Devs! In today's "Year in Review" special, hosts Charles, AJ, Dan, and Steve Edwards take you on a retrospective journey through their most memorable moments and thought-provoking discussions of the year. From the amusing and insightful exchanges with influential guests like Rich Harris and Kyle Simpson to their deep dives into emerging tech trends like Svelte 5 and AI integration in development, this episode has it all. They also explore Charles's experience transitioning from a Mac to a high-performance System76 machine, Dan's favorite and least favorite tech trends, and AJ's admiration for profitable and customer-focused approaches in the industry. Expect a blend of technical expertise, humor with those beloved dad jokes, and personal reflections that make this podcast uniquely engaging. So, get ready as we reflect on the year's highlights, laugh at the dad jokes that have become fan favorites, and look forward to exciting developments in the tech world with your favorite panelists. Picks * AJ - 100 Days of Rejection (Therapy) [https://www.rejectiontherapy.com/100-days-of-rejection-therapy] * AJ - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLamouX6QxWIuTHuaArIOzdorWoYaF6cU5 * AJ - John Sonmez: Eye Contact & Smirking [https://youtu.be/WrjN07cI6mw] * AJ - John Sonmez: How to Become a Man [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sShaTQsM7rg] * AJ - EvalPlus Leaderboard [https://evalplus.github.io/leaderboard.html] * AJ - Ollama [https://ollama.com/search] * Charles -Heat [https://amzn.to/3DjUcxG] * Charles - Heat: Pedal to the Metal [https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/366013/heat-pedal-to-the-metal] * Charles - Hit Refresh by Satya Nadella [https://amzn.to/3ByaPVS] * Charles -  American Icon by Bryce Hoffman [https://amzn.to/4ggJgPV] * Charles - System76 [https://system76.com/] * Charles - Wizard's First Rule (Sword of Truth, Book 1) (Sword of Truth, 1) [https://amzn.to/4gjVnfa] * Dan - A Man on the Inside (TV Series 2024 [https://www.imdb.com/title/tt26670955/] * Dan - The Best Syria Breakdown You'll Ever Hear - Thomas Small [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9SpwHkvmGjs] * Dan - Master of the Five Magics [https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/31924325-master-of-the-five-magics] Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/javascript-jabber--6102064/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/javascript-jabber--6102064/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss].

Innovation and Framework Adoption - JSJ 664

In this episode, Charles, AJ, and Dan explore the intricacies of team dynamics, technological choices, and the challenges of web development with our distinguished panel. Joining them is a very special guest, the legendary Uncle Bob Martin. They delve into team collaboration and decision-making, with Uncle Bob emphasizing the importance of reasonable debates and team buy-in when it comes to mental models and project directives. Dan discusses how, in startups, the initial developer often ends up making key decisions. They also touch on technological choices, including the complications of inheriting decisions from previous team members and the ever-topical debate on relational databases influenced by marketing pressures. Uncle Bob shares his seasoned insights into React Framework inconsistencies and the philosophy behind state-driven design. They tackle the separation of business logic from frameworks to maintain purity and independence in code. There's also a lively discussion about starting with functional prototypes, and the influence of Apple’s focus on UI on their success. Additionally, they explore Uncle Bob’s controversial stance on web frameworks, the dynamics of framework adoption, and the role of technical decisions in hiring. There are fascinating comparisons between framework popularity and historical tech stories, including the evolution of Apple’s innovations and the contributions from Xerox PARC. Finally, as they wrap up, they have insightful pick recommendations from the panelists, covering everything from the NBA season and engaging TV series to board games and book recommendations—a little something for everyone. Join them for an enlightening journey through the nuances of modern development practices, historical tech anecdotes, and personal insights from some of the industry's top minds. This episode promises to be a treasure trove of knowledge and experience for any developer. Let's get started! Socials * LinkedIn: Robert Martin [https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-martin-7395b0/] Picks * AJ - How to Start a Startup - A course Y Combinator taught at Stanford [https://www.ycombinator.com/library/carousel/How%20to%20Start%20a%20Startup%20-%20A%20course%20Y%20Combinator%20taught%20at%20Stanford] * Charles - MLEM: Space Agency | Board Game [https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/387378/mlem-space-agency] * Dan - NBA Season * Dan - The Day of the Jackal (TV Series 2024 [https://www.imdb.com/title/tt24053860/] * Uncle Bob - 'The Cloud Fugitive' | David Heinemeier Hansson | NTK # 001 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a30vFpSaoZg] Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/javascript-jabber--6102064/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/javascript-jabber--6102064/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss].

Revolutionizing API Syntax and Schema Management with Jazz Framework - JSJ 663

In today's episode, Charles and AJ are joined by Anselm Eickhoff, a trailblazing full-stack software engineer. Anselm delves into the world of "Local First" software development and the innovative tool he’s developed, "Jazz." They explore how Jazz leverages schema information for type inference and runtime validation, enabling real-time collaboration and seamless offline functionality. They dive into the simplifications brought by Jazz's API changes, the flexibility offered through open protocols, and the local-first approach using CRDTs. They also tackle Jazz’s impressive backend infrastructure and its shift to direct disk storage, along with insights into the challenges and emerging support structures faced by early adopters. Anselm shares real-world applications, advanced analytics capabilities, and the future outlook for Jazz, emphasizing performance, resilience, and data privacy. Plus, stay tuned for a lighthearted detour into board games and TV recommendations, as well as updates on Charles’ AI Dev Boot Camp and exciting developments on the Top End Devs platform. This episode is packed with cutting-edge insights and practical advice for developers looking to integrate advanced real-time features and streamline their app development processes.  Socials * LinkedIn: Anselm Eickhoff [https://www.linkedin.com/in/anselm-eickhoff/] Picks * AJ - Dune 2-Film Collection (Blu-Ray + Digital) [https://www.amazon.com/Dune-2-Film-Collection-Blu-ray-Digital/dp/B0CW399J2S] * Charles - Imperial Miners | Board Game [https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/378758/imperial-miners] Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/javascript-jabber--6102064/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/javascript-jabber--6102064/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss].

Painting Roses, Eating Marshmallows and Network Protocols - JSJ 662

Welcome to another insightful episode of the JavaScript Jabber podcast, hosted by Charles alongside our expert panelists Dan and AJ. Today, they are thrilled to be joined by Avishai Ish-Shalom a seasoned technologist with an eye for challenging conventions in the tech world. In this episode, Avishai takes us through fascinating discussions comparing industrial food products to technological abstractions, including his unique perspective on the “marshmallow effect” and the evolving complexities of virtualization. They delve into the challenges of backward compatibility in modern tech, using real-world parallels like AWS virtual storage options, and discuss the impact of technologies like Docker and cloud services on our understanding of underlying infrastructures. Charles shares his upgrade journey from an aging Mac laptop to a powerful System76 desktop for AI tasks, reflecting the changing demands on development environments. Listen in as they explore the nuances of binary vs. textual protocols, the importance of future-proofing legacy systems, and Avishai's compelling arguments in his articles "Don't Paint the Roses" and "The Marshmallow Effect." Plus, they discuss Avishai's career evolution and the intellectual challenges faced by today’s engineers in the rapidly advancing tech landscape. Whether you’re a casual listener or a tech enthusiast, this episode promises to offer valuable insights and thought-provoking discussions. Stay tuned! Socials * LinkedIn: Avishai Ish-Shalom [https://www.linkedin.com/in/nukemberg/] Picks * AJ - Deku Deals  [https://www.dekudeals.com/] * Avishai - marimo | a next-generation Python notebook [https://marimo.io/] * Charles - Challengers! Beach Cup | Board Game [https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/390340/challengers-beach-cup] * Dan - The Penguin (TV Mini Series 2024) [https://www.imdb.com/title/tt15435876/] * Dan - Bluesky [https://bsky.app/] Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/javascript-jabber--6102064/support [https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/javascript-jabber--6102064/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss].