In this episode of the Elixir Mentor Podcast, your go-to source for All Things Elixir, I'm excited to welcome Wout De Puysseleir, a full-stack web developer with over 8 years of professional experience and a passion for remote work. 🌍💻 Born and raised in Belgium and currently residing in Vancouver, Canada, Wout's sharpest tools in his toolbox include Python, Django, Elixir, Phoenix, Svelte, and Docker. 🛠️✨ We'll dive into Wout's fascinating open-source project, LiveSvelte, a package that...

In this episode of the Elixir Mentor Podcast, your go-to source for All Things Elixir, I'm thrilled to welcome Benjamin Schultzer, a Senior Engineer who is building a real-time database observability tool for Ecto and Phoenix LiveView. 🔍💡 Benjamin will share his insights into the challenges developers face when working with databases in Elixir applications and showcase his solution. We'll explore how his tool integrates seamlessly with Ecto to provide developers with valuable insights into...

In this episode of the Elixir Mentor Podcast, your go-to source for All Things Elixir, I sit down with Peter Ullrich, a Senior Elixir developer, PragProg Author, Public Speaker, and Blogger. 🚀 We'll explore his unique journey from psychology to software development and discuss his passion for Software Architecture, Product Engineering, and knowledge sharing. Discover how Peter's background in psychology influences his approach to coding and learn about his experience as a founder of "Indie...

In this episode of the Elixir Mentor Podcast, your go-to source for All Things Elixir, I sit down with Michael Frew, an online business acquisitions expert. 🚀 We'll dive into his journey from corporate consulting to acquiring online companies, including Gigalixir, Elixir's Platform as a Service. Discover why IT professionals should consider buying instead of starting businesses, and learn about Michael's 8-step framework for acquiring online companies. We'll discuss the advantages of...

In this episode of the Elixir Mentor Podcast, your go-to source for All Things Elixir, I sit down with Roman Kotov, a trailblazer in custom smart home solutions. We'll unravel the story behind Exshome, Roman's platform that's redefining the boundaries of smart homes by enabling enthusiasts to create their personalized setups. From using old USB webcams and Raspberry Pis to crafting unique CCTV solutions, we'll explore how Exshome empowers you to bring your unused gadgets back to life. Our...

In this episode of the Elixir Mentor podcast, I sit down with Gustavo Oliveira, an Elixir expert/teacher, to discuss integrating Tailwind CSS with Phoenix 1.7. We discuss Phoenix's default inclusion of Tailwind CSS and how it simplifies web development. The conversation covers the utility-first approach of Tailwind, its key features, and its benefits, especially when combined with LiveView's real-time capabilities. This episode is ideal for anyone interested in Elixir or looking to improve...

In this episode of the Elixir Mentor podcast, Andrew Stewart, a knowledgeable content creator, shares his expertise in developing real-time web applications using LiveView. The discussion covers a wide range of topics, including best practices, potential pitfalls, and the use of streams and JS hooks in LiveView projects. Additionally, we dive into general development experiences and explore some exciting open-source projects. Whether you're a seasoned developer or new to the field, this...

In this episode, we step into the future of Elixir and AI as I chat with Thomas Millar, the creator of "instructor_ex." This tool is a game-changer in the way Elixir interacts with artificial intelligence by aligning LLM outputs with Ecto schemas. In this episode, we delve into the creation of "instructor_ex," Thomas's journey from machine learning and Python to Elixir, and the enormous potential of Elixir in AI. If you're interested in the intersection of Elixir and machine learning, this...

In this episode, we're joined by Michael Lubas, the founder of Paraxial.io, to dive into the forefront of security solutions for Elixir and Phoenix applications. Discover how Paraxial.io is innovating in the space with advanced strategies for bot defense and compliance with critical security standards, tailored specifically for the Elixir ecosystem. Michael shares his journey of creating a specialized security platform, offering unique insights into the challenges and opportunities of...