Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchIs it worth switching to another tool?
Episode 92
When new tools and packages come out, there is usually some buzz around the launch, and how it solves all the problems of the old tool. Should you sw…
2 years, 3 months ago
How we use seeders in our applications
Episode 91
Seeders seem pretty straightforward. It's a way to generate data. But how should you use them in your app and what different purposes do they serve? …
2 years, 4 months ago
Don't just get mad at some tech, dig in and learn!
Episode 90
Is there some particular tool or technology that just makes you mad? Maybe it's the way CSS behaves or how some browsers work. Don't just get mad, di…
2 years, 4 months ago
Making a case for consistency
Episode 89
We see a lot of different projects, but it's pretty rare to find one that's well-documented and internally consistent. Why does that matter? And how …
2 years, 4 months ago
Different approaches to upgrading to a new major Laravel version
Episode 88
How do you like to upgrade your app when the next new major version of Laravel comes out? Aaron and Joel share two different approaches they've used,…
2 years, 5 months ago
Maybe you don't need to write code this time
Episode 87
We're developers, we write code! But sometimes it's worth thinking if we really need to fire up our editor, or if a better solution exists. We talk t…
2 years, 5 months ago
Should you manage roles and permissions with a UI?
Episode 86
Just about every application needs the concept of roles and permissions. Often, there's a desire to allow non-developers to manage roles and permissi…
2 years, 6 months ago
The changing value of books throughout your career
Episode 85
You might have a book that really shaped how you write code today. Some books make more sense if you read them later in your career. We discuss the c…
2 years, 6 months ago
Some reasons to write a down method in your migrations
Episode 84
This is a surprisingly controversial topic. In this episode, we share why we write down migration methods, and it's probably not the reason you're th…
2 years, 7 months ago
Managing a micro-manager
Episode 83
It's frustrating to have a client, boss, or even co-worker attempt to micro-manage you. We share some tips on how to make the working relationship be…
2 years, 7 months ago