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HTMX is amazing!

HTMX is amazing!

10m 15s

HTMX is a JavaScript library that essentially extends HTML and allows you to send AJAX requests (and handle responses + update the UI) without writing any JavaScript code. It's amazing!

Are there too many JavaScript frameworks?

Are there too many JavaScript frameworks?

14m 39s

As a (frontend) JavaScript developer, you got plenty of options and alternatives. You can learn Angular, React, Vue, Svelte, SolidJS and many other frameworks and libraries. But is that good or bad? That's what Max discusses in this episode.

Devin - The World's First AI Software Engineer

Devin - The World's First AI Software Engineer

11m 20s

Devin - the world's first AI software engineer - was announced. What does that mean for software developers? And how does it actually work? Let's take a look!

Are Metaframeworks Like NextJS The Future Of React & co?

Are Metaframeworks Like NextJS The Future Of React & co?

17m 41s

Metaframeworks like NextJS, Remix or Nuxt have become very popular over the last ~2 years.
Indeed, React is now recommending NextJS as the best way of getting started with React.
So will those metaframeworks replace "vanilla React" etc?

React 19 Is Coming!

React 19 Is Coming!

15m 59s

Max analyzes the official React 19 announcement blog post and explores all the exciting features that will be included in this upcoming major React version.

Don't (Just) Chase The Shiny, New Stuff - A Case For jQuery?

Don't (Just) Chase The Shiny, New Stuff - A Case For jQuery?

12m 31s

In this podcast episode, I discuss the dangers of getting caught in a bubble of strong opinions and how it can be counterproductive for web developers, especially those who are new to the field.

I explore the fact that the majority of websites on the internet are not powered by the latest and greatest technologies, but rather by older, more established ones. I also encourage developers to focus on learning the fundamentals of web development rather than chasing every new trend.

React vs Angular vs Vue - Which Framework Should You Pick?

React vs Angular vs Vue - Which Framework Should You Pick?

32m 34s

Join me as I explain which key decision factors could be considered when choosing a modern frontend JavaScript framework or library.

I compare the most popular libraries / frameworks (React, Angular, Vue, Svelte, SolidJS) and also share my personal favorite.

AI & Developers - Will We Survive?

AI & Developers - Will We Survive?

19m 56s

2023 has been the year of AI. Barely a week went by without some new AI service or model being announced.
In this episode we'll dive into the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence and its potential impact on the world of software development.

Max explores three main scenarios that could become reality in an AI-powered future.

And, actually, one scenario is already reality!

But the good news is: The other two scenarios are not likely to materialize any time soon.