The Secret Sauce

In this podcast episode, we have Leon Noel and Brian Douglas dive into the world of coding boot camps and the challenges faced by individuals who cannot afford them. We also highlight the importance of time and the value of free programs like #100Devs. Join us as we hear personal experiences and insights from industry experts on the impact of boot camps, the need for economic opportunities for underrepresented communities, and the role of mentorship in education. Discover how organizations like Resilient Coders and #100Devs are working towards creating inclusive and accessible pathways in the tech industry. ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode, we dive into the ever-evolving world of technology and discuss the impact of AI and GraphQL. Our guests share their insights on how these technologies have shaped the web and what the future holds for them. From the rise of WordPress to the current AI craze, we explore the benefits and challenges of these innovations. Join us as we unravel the complexities of AI, GraphQL, and their role in shaping the future of technology. Don't miss out on today's Secret Sauce! ★ Support this podcast ★

Dive into this podcast episode with us and meet Eric Simons, the brain behind StackBlitz, the web-based IDE that's flipping the script on coding. Fun fact: He needed an incentive to step outdoors. The lightbulb moment? He created an app and named it 'Outhouse'. Even pitched it to YC. The irony? They spent more time inside coding it. The result? Well, let's just say the name 'Outhouse' became rather fitting. Still, every stumble is a step forward, and Eric embodies that sentiment. His bold venture may not have hit the bullseye but it was a crucial part of Eric's journey that shaped who he is today. Tune in for a blend of laughter, lessons, and The Secret Sauce! ★ Support this podcast ★

In this episode, Brian talks shop with Brendan Burns, co-creator of Kubernetes and Corporate Vice President for Cloud Native Open Source on Azure at Microsoft. Brendan discusses his journey into open source and shares the story of how Kubernetes came to be. Today's episode takes place at Microsoft Build in Seattle so we hope you enjoy The Secret Sauce! ★ Support this podcast ★

In today's episode, we talk with Taylor Dolezal, a seasoned engineer with stints at Disney and the Cloud Native Computing Foundation. The discussion revolves around the transformative impact of open source on technology and job prospects, with Taylor sharing personal insights drawn from his diverse programming language experience. We dive into the continuous evolution of open source and the significance of a positive developer experience.  Beyond this, we explore the exciting potential of AI tools in reshaping sectors like agriculture and logistics, showcasing the breadth of technological advancement. Enjoy The Secret Sauce! ★ Support this podcast ★

Meet Jason, master debugger and former Firefox Debugger tech lead. Now CEO at Replay, his passion for problem-solving doesn't stop at code. Off the clock, you'll catch him in the woodworking studio or adventuring with his pup, Walle. Join us today on the Secret Sauce!Guest: Jason Laster 🐦  https://twitter.com/jasonlaster11Host: Bdougie 🐦 https://twitter.com/bdougieOpenSauced: 🐦  https://twitter.com/saucedopen ★ Support this podcast ★

Meet JJ Kasper, an accomplished software engineer who's currently working at Vercel, focusing on the development of Next.js. JJ's passion lies in enhancing workflows and crafting exceptional experiences for both developers and end users. A firm believer in the power of open-source technology, JJ advocates for accessible, high-quality tools that enable the creation of seamless and performant applications. Enjoy this episode of The Secret Sauce! ★ Support this podcast ★

With an impressive 15-year career in the tech industry, Jana has played a pivotal role as an early employee at startups such as EY, New Relic, Sourcegraph, and HashiCorp, where she focused on nurturing developer communities. Currently, Jana brings her expertise to TQ Ventures as an investor, with a portfolio that features Spacelift, Fermyon Technologies, CloudQuery, Charm, Budibase, and Diagrid. Join in and and enjoy today's episode of The Secret Sauce! ★ Support this podcast ★

Meet Misko Hevery, the brilliant mind behind Angular and QwikDev, and the current CTO at BuilderIO. Best known for creating Angular, Misko joins our host, Brian, in today's episode of The Secret Sauce to discuss all things related to frameworks. Enjoy! ★ Support this podcast ★

Meet Nate Smith, an experienced programmer who has been trading code for money since 2006. He has seen it all, from Flash applications to the cursed secrets of Javascript. Despite his experience, he has lost his ability to fake enthusiasm for corporate life and technocracy. Instead, Nate runs his own website, tilde.town, and is the co-author of the popular GitHub CLI, gh. Enjoy this episode of The Secret Sauce! ★ Support this podcast ★