Bästa Small Things podcaster (2025)

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Web News: It’s Over For Junior Developers. 27:46

3d ago27:46

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Junior developers are facing one of the toughest job markets in years. Memes of CS grads lining up for a single position might be funny online, but they reflect a harsh reality—AI is boosting senior developer productivity and shrinking opportunities for entry-level roles. Meanwhile, tighter deadlines and post-layoff workloads mean fewer seniors hav…

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Two Tiers of Decisions - with Red Nucleus CEO, Mike Menta 23:50

7d ago23:50

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What if great leadership wasn’t about making more decisions, but knowing which ones really matter? In this week’s episode of Small Things Make a Big Difference, I sit down with Mike Menta, CEO of Red Nucleus, to explore what he’s learned in his first year leading a fast-growing global company. From Jeff Bezos’ “two tiers of decisions” to the art of…

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Leveraging Social Media and Content Creation | w/ Marko Denic 32:09

5d ago32:09

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In this episode, Mike sits down with legendary developer and content creator Marko Denic - a full-stack web developer, educator, and agency owner with more than 260k followers across social media. They talk about Marko’s journey from building websites to building an audience, how content creation transformed his career, and what role AI plays in hi…

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JavaScript vs Python: Which Is Better for Building LLM Chatbots? 55:50

6d ago55:50

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In this episode, Matt and Mike compare JavaScript and Python for building LLM-powered chatbots. They explore how each ecosystem handles tool calling, type safety, performance, and framework support — from TypeScript’s tight end-to-end types to Python’s dominance in data and ML. They also discuss architecture patterns that mix the best of both world…

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Web News: Is WordPress Still Relevant in 2025? 21:15

10d ago21:15

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In this Web News episode, Matt and Mike dive into the big question — is WordPress still relevant in 2025? With modern tools like Webflow, SvelteKit, and Next.js gaining traction, does WordPress still deserve its spot as the world’s most popular CMS? The duo explore its staying power, the ecosystem that keeps it alive, and whether developers should …

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The Art of Client Research: Turning Client Needs Into Actionable Plans 1:02:12

14d ago1:02:12

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In this episode of the HTML All The Things Podcast, Matt dives into the nuances of researching for a client. Learn how to take a client's diverse needs, turn them into actionable plans, and present solutions that fit perfectly—all while balancing technical expertise with a client-friendly approach. Show Notes: https://www.htmlallthethings.com/podca…

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Our Tech Is Too Fragile (AWS Outage) 21:15

17d ago21:15

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In this Web News, Matt and Mike discusses the recent AWS outage and what it says about our overreliance on centralized services. From fragile cloud infrastructure to “move fast and break things” culture, this episode explores how we built systems that can take entire industries offline — and what developers can do to make technology more resilient,…

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Inside freeCodeCamp: Learning to Code in 2025 | w/ Quincy Larson 1:24:01

19d ago1:24:01

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In this episode of the HTML All The Things Podcast, Matt sits down with Quincy Larson - founder of freeCodeCamp.org - to talk about the future of learning to code in 2025. They discuss how AI is changing developer education, how to escape tutorial hell, and what makes freeCodeCamp’s free, open-source approach so effective. Quincy also shares insigh…

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Struggling, Learning, and Trying Again: My Biggest Challenges in Web Development 1:03:41

21d ago1:03:41

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In this episode of the HTML All The Things Podcast, Mike opens up about the real challenges he faces as a web developer. From procrastination and work-life balance to imposter syndrome, AI overreliance, and the ongoing question of management versus hands-on coding — he dives into the struggles that often go unspoken in the dev world. Mike shares ho…

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Web News: A ChatGPT Nightmare (AI Etiquette) 29:24

24d ago29:24

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In this edition of the HTML All The Things Web News, Matt and Mike discuss a viral Reddit post where a web developer says their manager’s use of ChatGPT has made their job a nightmare. They unpack whether this is the new workplace reality or a case of AI overstepping its bounds. Along the way, they share their own client experiences, talk AI etique…

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CSS Crash Course (For Absolute Beginners) 1:05:54

28d ago1:05:54

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In this episode of the HTML All The Things Podcast, Matt breaks down CSS for absolute beginners. You’ll learn what CSS is, where it goes, and how it makes websites look beautiful. From understanding selectors and specificity to learning why classes beat IDs for flexibility—this crash course keeps things simple, visual, and easy to understand throug…

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Web News: The Importance of Learning Order in Coding 22:20

1M ago22:20

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While working on the HTML Crash Course, Matt realized how easy it is for experienced developers to skip foundational steps when teaching. In this episode, Matt explores why learning order is so important and how educators can make programming more accessible without overwhelming beginners. Show Notes: https://www.htmlallthethings.com/podcast/the-im…

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Developer Education and Mentoring | w/ Shant Dashjian 45:43

1M ago45:43

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In this episode of the HTML All The Things Podcast, Matt sits down with Shant Dashjian, a developer educator at Scrimba and founder of Pro Coding Mentor. Shant shares his journey from learning code to mentoring aspiring developers, highlighting the importance of building strong fundamentals, gaining real-world experience, and staying consistent whe…

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Is Web Development Too Easy Now? 1:01:54

1M ago1:01:54

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Av Matt Lawrence and Mike Karan

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Dawn Hunter on Joy, Boundaries, and Putting Work in Its Place 28:27

1M ago28:27

28:27

Av Jen

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Web News: Phones, Golf, and the Problem of Always Being Connected 28:20

1M ago28:20

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In this edition of the Web News, Matt dives into a thought he had while out on the golf course: are we ever going to have tech that’s so seamless it doesn’t pull us out of the moment? We’ll talk about the current state of ‘analog’ versus ‘digital’ experiences, why even the most advanced wearables can’t fully disappear into the background yet, and w…

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HTML Crash Course (For Absolute Beginners) 50:19

1M ago50:19

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Learning HTML is the first step to building websites, but it can feel overwhelming when you’re starting from scratch. In this crash course, Matt and Mike break down the absolute basics of HTML in a way that’s clear, practical, and beginner-friendly. You’ll learn what HTML is, how tags work, why structure matters, and how semantic HTML makes your si…

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Web News: Making Developer Tutorials Beginner-Friendly 32:34

1M ago32:34

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When beginners try to learn coding, jargon-heavy tutorials can leave them feeling confused and discouraged. In this Web News episode, Matt and Mike discuss the importance of using accessible language when writing tutorials, landing pages, and guides. Developers don’t need to explain every detail, but making your explanations approachable helps more…

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My New Development Workflow | Spec Driven Development 1:01:57

2M ago1:01:57

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In this episode of the HTML All The Things Podcast, Matt explores his new development workflow centered around spec-driven development. With AI tools and coding agents becoming more powerful, the key to success isn’t just in writing code—it’s in writing clear, detailed specs first. Matt breaks down what spec-driven development is, why it works so w…

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Holding On to Small Things in a Shaken Community 15:28

2M ago15:28

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⚠️ Content Warning: This episode discusses school shootings, lockdowns, children’s fear and safety, and includes strong language. Please listen with care. A couple weeks ago my children’s school went into lockdown after an active shooter threat in our community. What I felt that day and in the days since was fear, shock, disbelief, anger, and helpl…

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Web News: The Shai‑Hulud Worm Attack (NPM Hack) 37:06

2M ago37:06

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In this episode of Web News, Matt and Mike dive into two massive worm attacks that recently hit npm, targeting packages used in millions of projects. While the attackers aimed to steal crypto wallet keys, the actual damage was small—but the implications are enormous. We break down how these man-in-the-middle attacks worked, why shadow dependencies …

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Fixing Vibe Coded Apps | w/ Nathaniel Rogers 1:24:09

2M ago1:24:09

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In this episode, Matt sits down with developer and solutions architect Nathaniel Rogers to discuss the challenges of working with non-tech-savvy founders, the differences between startup, product-based, service-based, and app-based business models, and how to guide entrepreneurs through both technical and business hurdles. Nathaniel shares his expe…

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🎙️ There’s No Business Without People – A Conversation with Tamara Driol, CHRO of Kedrion 21:33

2M ago21:33

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In this week’s episode of Small Things Make a Big Difference, I sit down with Tamara Driol, Chief Human Resources Officer at Kedrion, to explore why people are the heartbeat of every business. Tamara shares her perspective on building cultures where individuals feel valued, connected, and inspired to make an impact. We also have some fun exploring …

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Handling the Variety of Client Requests as a Freelancer 1:07:18

2M ago1:07:18

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In this episode of the HTML All The Things Podcast, Matt and Mike explore how freelancers can handle diverse client requests with confidence. From quick initial calls and clarifying client goals to managing knowledge gaps and knowing when to outsource, they share strategies for simplifying complex requests, building trusted networks, and keeping co…

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Web News: Does Downtime Matter? 33:24

2M ago33:24

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Uptime ideals vs reality in the AI era. A recent post from Theo (t3.gg) calling out sub-90% uptime on a major AI service reignites the question: how seriously should we treat downtime for non-critical apps? In this episode Matt and Mike dig into SLAs, the real cost of monitoring and rapid support, why “always-on” isn’t free, and whether 24/7 expect…

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From Geek Squad to MongoDB Advocate | w/ Jesse Hall 35:22

2M ago35:22

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In this episode of HTML All The Things, Mike sits down with Jesse Hall, Staff Developer Advocate at MongoDB and creator of the popular codeSTACKr platform. Jesse shares his journey from working at Geek Squad to becoming a self-taught developer, educator, and now an advocate at one of the biggest players in the database space. They discuss the princ…

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Interview Tips To Help You Land A Job In Web Development 1:02:25

2M ago1:02:25

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Landing a tech job can feel like a marathon—getting the interview is tough, and nailing it is even harder. In this episode, Matt shares insider tips from his experience interviewing dozens of engineers, highlighting the strategies that helped candidates stand out. From making a strong first impression to handling tough technical questions, these in…

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