Episodes
Moxley Stratton is the Principal Owner at Moxley Data Inc. and the creator of GroupFlow.app. They delve into the world of software development and technology. They explore the experiences and insights of our speakers as they navigate the complexities of building and testing software. From discussions about the power and flexibility of the filtering feature in a project to the importance of testing at the API level, they share their expertise and thoughts on best development practices. Join...
Published 04/17/24
Published 04/17/24
Kip Cole is the creator of CLDR. They delve deep into the complexities of language preferences and settings related to territory, script, currency, calendar, time zone, date time formats, and number formats. They explore the frustration of dealing with default language settings, the use of the Accept-Language header for predicting individual preferences, and the shift towards relying more on language preference settings. They share their insights, experiences, and frustrations in the world of...
Published 04/03/24
Anton Mishchuk is a Software Engineer.  They dive into a fascinating conversation about software development, frameworks, books on programming languages, and a community event in Berlin. They touch on a wide range of topics, including the transition from Ruby to Elixir, the development and eventual discontinuation of a testing framework, and the potential use cases and benefits of flow-based programming as an application layer framework. They explore the challenges, inspirations, and...
Published 03/27/24
Alex Koutmos is the Co-Founder at EagleMMS LLC. They explore the upcoming release of a book on Elixir patterns and share their frustrations with the college textbook market. The conversation also delves into using Rust and Zig in Elixir projects, the development of open-source libraries, and the potential impact of a native JSON module on Elixir and Phoenix. They also discuss email formatting challenges, secure JavaScript execution within Elixir applications, and the functionalities of the...
Published 03/13/24
Wout De Puysseleir is a freelance software developer. They engage in a detailed exploration of the intricate parallels between Svelte and Live View, examining fundamental concepts and practical applications. From the development of the innovative Live Svelte framework to the challenges and rewards of Elixir adoption, they delve into the technical and professional aspects of the industry. Join them as they dissect the complexities of server-side rendering, client-side reactivity, and the...
Published 02/21/24
Filipe Cabaço is a software engineer. Allen Wyma and Adi Iyengar host a compelling discussion with Filipe Cabaço from Supabase, diving into the technical intricacies of their real-time product built with Elixir and Phoenix channels. The episode features in-depth insights into load testing, scalability, and the impact of Postgres changes, offering valuable lessons for developers and tech enthusiasts. Join them as they explore the importance of thorough testing, the benefits of Elixir in...
Published 02/14/24
Hayden Evans is the founder of Beam It and an Erlang/Elixir recruitment specialist. They delve into the world of Elixir and niche programming languages. They explore the passion and challenges surrounding the adoption and recruitment of Elixir talent, particularly within startups and production environments. The discussion revolves around the tight-knit Elixir community, the importance of networking, and practical tips for job applications and interviews within this specialized market. Join...
Published 01/31/24
René Föhring is the Head of Product at 5Minds, an open-source maintainer, and a conference speaker. They delve into a dynamic discussion centered around the intricacies of using Credo, a powerful static analysis tool for the Elixir programming language. Join them as they explore the balance between implementing rules and making informed decisions to suit a team's unique needs. The conversation also touches on configuring checks, the efficiency of Credo checks, recent updates and changes, the...
Published 01/24/24
Abdullah Esmail is an Elixir developer and the creator of Kaffy. They delve into the world of database management tools and the importance of consistency in running currency rate update jobs. They also explore the nuances of two different admin interfaces and the exciting updates and challenges faced by the developers behind these projects. Join them as they discuss upcoming features and the timeline for the next version of Kaffy, along with interesting insights into the development,...
Published 01/17/24
Zach Daniel is the author of the Ash Framework. They dive into the world of software development, with a focus on the Ash framework. They explore the intricacies and benefits of this revolutionary tool. They discuss the ease of using resources, the new extensions and packages available, and the upcoming release of Ash 3.0. With in-depth conversations about authorization, conditional access, and the philosophy behind Ash, this episode offers valuable insights into the future of application...
Published 01/10/24
Carlos Andres Bolaños is the Chief Architect at SafeBoda. Allen and Carlos delve into the complexities of caching in Elixir applications. They cover topics such as caching algorithms, eviction policies, and the evolution of a caching library, offering insights into the importance of caching for optimization and the challenges involved in refining caching functionality based on feedback and project traction. Join them as they explore the intricacies of caching in the world of Elixir...
Published 01/03/24
Derek Kraan is an Elixir specialist. They delve into crucial aspects of software development and marketing. They engage in a thorough exploration of topics such as marketing strategies, software package development, and the challenges of product maintenance and launch. They take a deep dive into the complexities of subscription models, pricing strategies, and the sustainability of open-source libraries. The episode also features in-depth conversations about the development of Horde and Swarm...
Published 12/27/23
Saša Jurić is an Elixir mentor. They engage in insightful discussions on the practical applications of Credo for style enforcement, managing website traffic bursts with Elixir, and simplifying system architecture. Our esteemed guests share valuable insights on testing with Elixir, the expected release of "Elixir in Action," and the importance of defining boundaries in Elixir projects. Tune in to gain valuable knowledge and stay updated on the latest developments in technology and...
Published 12/13/23
Daniel Kulesza is a software engineer. They delve into the intricate world of Elixir development and the challenges faced by companies in hiring talent for niche skills like Elixir and maintaining specialized projects such as Alexa. They explore the difficulties of managing remote teams and hiring consultants from different time zones and engage in a deep dive into programming languages, tools, and technologies, including the latest advancements in memory control for parallel processing in...
Published 12/06/23
Get the Black Friday/Cyber Monday "Double Your Productivity by 5pm Today" Deal Coupon Code: "THRIVE" for a GIANT discount Are you looking at all the layoffs and uncertainty going on and wondering if your company is the next to cut back?  Or, maybe you're a freelancer or entrepreneur who is trying to figure out how to deliver more value to gain or retain customers? Mani Vaya joins Charles Max Wood to discuss the one thing that both of them use to more than double their productivity on a...
Published 11/21/23
Adi and Allen join this week's panelist episode. They dive into the vibrant Elixir community and explore the importance of open communication and feedback. From the struggles of casual conversation to the excitement of discussing technology, they uncover some interesting stories. SponsorsChuck's Resume TemplateDeveloper Book ClubBecome a Top 1% Dev with a Top End Devs Membership PicksAdi - SpawnFest 2023Allen - Yubico | YubiKey Strong Two Factor Authentication Advertising Inquiries:...
Published 10/11/23
Allen, Adi and Sascha join this week's panelist episode. They talk about the importance of a historical record, logging, and error handling, time operations in Elixir, and code linting with Credo. Moreover, they dive into helpful app development tools, caching with etech plug, telemetry, and open telemetry solutions. SponsorsChuck's Resume TemplateDeveloper Book ClubBecome a Top 1% Dev with a Top End Devs Membership PicksAdi - ueberauth/ueberauth Advertising Inquiries:...
Published 09/27/23
Adi, Allen, and Sascha join this week's panelist episode. They dive deep into the world of observability, tracing, and monitoring. They talk about the advantages of using open telemetry directly and how it can be translated into different formats. They also explore the benefits of using tools for understanding and improving code performance during development. Additionally, they take a look at different levels of observability, from Phoenix Live View and Live Dashboard to telemetry and...
Published 09/13/23
Adi, Allena, and Sascha join this week's panelist episode. They dive into the world of engineering approaches for startups and delve into the ongoing debate of whether software engineering is really engineering. They discuss a unique structure for building a big elixir application, where separate bound contexts are responsible for their own supervision trees. They share their insights on the benefits and challenges of this approach, exploring the balance between pragmatism and...
Published 09/06/23
Bruce Tate is the founder of grox.io. He begins by introducing himself and talking about the services his company provides. They also discuss choosing Elixir as your first language for beginners, its pros and cons, and each of the panel's perspectives regarding it. Moreover, they dive into all things Elixir and many more! SponsorsChuck's Resume TemplateDeveloper Book ClubBecome a Top 1% Dev with a Top End Devs Membership Linksgrox.ioSeven Languages in Seven WeeksThe book is on sale this week...
Published 08/16/23
Andrea Leopardi is a Software engineer, author, speaker, and member of the Elixir core team. He begins by sharing his experiences as an Elixir core team member, software engineer and how the Elixir core team manages their projects. Moreover, he talks about his soon-to-be-released book, what it is about, and the motivation for his book.  SponsorsChuck's Resume TemplateDeveloper Book ClubBecome a Top 1% Dev with a Top End Devs Membership SocialLinkedIn: Andrea...
Published 08/09/23
Josh Adams is a Software Engineer at GridPoint. He joins the show to talk about his experience in Elixir. He begins by explaining the reason why prefers the Elixir language compared to the other frameworks. He also shares his journey of transitioning from Ruby to Elixir.  SponsorsChuck's Resume TemplateDeveloper Book ClubBecome a Top 1% Dev with a Top End Devs Membership LinksGridPoint SocialsLinkedIn: Josh Adams PicksAdi - Existential PhysicsAdi - Groxio Learning: Career Fuel for...
Published 07/26/23
Adi, Allen, and Sascha join this week's panelist episode to discuss their most recent work update and exciting projects. They also dive into some of the issues they experienced while working on some of their projects and how they handled them.  SponsorsChuck's Resume TemplateDeveloper Book ClubBecome a Top 1% Dev with a Top End Devs Membership PicksAdi - HelixSascha - Watch Black Mirror | Netflix Official Site Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out:...
Published 07/13/23
Adi Iyengar is an Engineering Leader, Startup Advisor, Author, and Elixir Mix Podcast Host. He joins Allen to talk about his book, "Build Your Own Web Framework in Elixir". He begins by talking about the process of publishing a book, how he wrote his book and gives some tips to aspiring authors.  SponsorsChuck's Resume TemplateDeveloper Book ClubBecome a Top 1% Dev with a Top End Devs Membership LinksBuild Your Own Web Framework in Elixir SocialsLinkedIn: Adi...
Published 07/06/23