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Supply Chain Security - Part 2 - JSJ 525 Mar 15, 2022

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There’s always more to learn about security, especially nowadays. In this episode, the Jabberers continue their conversation with Feross Aboukhadijeh about supply chain security. You can never be too careful! (Well…maybe.)“The most important thing you can do is have a mindset shift around dependencies.” _
_- Feross AboukhadijehIn This Episode1) How the BEST way to keep your security tight is NOT done on the computer
2) Why we’re seeing a trend toward THESE kinds of packages in 2022
3) What you NEED to know about dependencies and their expiration datesSponsors

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Charles- Meetups | Top End Devs
Charles- Get involved with your local community
Dan- Uprooted by Naomi Novik
Dan- Interview with Senior JS Developer in 2022
Feross- Socket
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Supply Chain Security - Part 1 - JSJ 524 Mar 08, 2022

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Malware attacks are scary, so preparation is keys. In this episode, the Jabberers talk with Feross Aboukhadijeh, a developer who’s redefining malware detection to help you prepare for the next assault. “It’s awesome that such small teams can make complex code, but it’s not enough to just scan for vulnerabilities.”
-Feross Aboukhadijeh In This Episode1) This SCARY trend in supple chain malware attacks (and how to prepare)
2) Why tools like Socket are VERY different from common malware detection
3) How companies in 2022 are addressing their security (and what they’re looking for in developers to help them)Sponsors

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Charles- 7 Wonders Board Game
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Charles- Events | Top End Devs
Feross- Node.js Fetch
Feross- Darknet Diaries – True stories from the dark side of the Internet
Feross- Risky Business news recap
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OAuth Explained - JSJ 523 Mar 01, 2022

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Is OAuth all it’s cracked up to be? In this episode, the Jabberers sit down with Dan Moore, an expert in the OAuth world. They discuss the GIANT perks of OAuth (even if you’re a beginner), how to fix OAuth’s biggest issues, and what you NEED to watch out for in OAuth if you’re a prospective client. “The end goal of OAuth is let someone else handle authentication, and based on tokens you get, you have the insurance that the authentication was valid.”
- Dan Moore In This Episode1) The HUGE perks of using OAuth in 2022 (and how to get started)
2) What you SHOULD be looking for in OAuth as a client
3) How to resolve OAuth’s biggest drawbacks and feel confident in your securitySponsors

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Charles- Tally
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Charles- Encanto | Disney Movies
Charles- Workshops | Top End Devs
Dan- Descript
Dan- The Leanpub Process
Dan- Security Engineering
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Special Guest: Dan Moore.Sponsored By:

Front End Architecture - JSJ 522 Feb 22, 2022

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In this episode, the Jabberers sit down with Gil Fink, a Microsoft vet and Google developer who’s gonna convince why having front architecture is a no-brainer. They discuss what differentiates it from components, how “memory floods” are washing away developers (and why they’re causing them!), and the BEST way to move between architectures without losing your mind. “You need to understand all the moving parts in your architecture.”
- Gil Fink In This Episode1) What makes front end architecture VERY different from components
2) The BIGGEST problems around “prop drilling” between your components (and how libraries really help)
3) How “memory floods” overwhelm developers…and why they don’t even realize they’re causing them!
4) The CORRECT way to move between architectures without screwing yourselfSponsors

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Dan- Invincible TV series on Amazon Prime
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How to Become a Senior Developer with Shem Magnezi - JSJ 521 Feb 15, 2022

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Want to know what makes a senior developer? We know a thing or two. In this episode, the Jabberers sit down with Shem Magnezi, a senior developer at Wilco who shares what he’s learned over his seasoned career. They talk about the do’s and don’ts of being a manager, why small and large companies share this ONE feature, and a HUGE mindset reset that will keep you ahead of the game. “It’s important for people to understand where they can make an impact.”
- Shem Magnezi In This Episode1) The KEY differences between smaller and larger companies (and how to hedge your bets when applying)
2) What separates the novice from the expert in a company (and what managers are looking for!)
3) If you’re considering the managerial route, consider THIS risk before going down that road
4) Why THIS mindset shift will make your job easier AND make a larger impact on your companySponsors

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THE MYSTERIOUS JOURNEY OF BECOMING A SENIOR ENGINEER

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Dan- Old Man's War Series
Shem- Thinking, Fast and Slow
Steve- Twitter: Dad Jokes ( @Dadsaysjokes )

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Web3 with Nik Kalyani - JSJ 520 Feb 08, 2022

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Feel like you don’t know enough about Web3? Don’t worry, neither do we. That’s where these podcasts come in! In this new episode, the Jabberers sit down with Nik Kalyani, the founder of Decentology and overall Web3 expert. The gang discusses the “big D” of Web3 (and why you need to understand it), how Web3 changes the game for blockchain and the like, and how Web3 is going to make gaming bigger AND more lucrative. “For developers, Web3 equals a green field of opportunity!”
- Nik Kalyani In This Episode

The “big D” that you NEED to know to understand Web3 (and why it’s about more than just the tech)
The BIGGEST concern about Web2 that Web3 is trying to solve (and how it changes privacy for everyone)
How to navigate NFTs, blockchain, and more buzzwords in Web3
The future of Java with Web3 (and why it’s easier than Web2!)
How Web3 is changing the game for gaming

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Can JAMstack do REAL Web Apps? with James Q Quick - JSJ 517 Jan 18, 2022

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But really…can it? It absolutely can AND a lot more. In this new episode of JavaScript Jabber, the roundtable sits down with James Q Quick, a software developer, podcast host, and overall future-enthusiast. The team discusses what the “JAM” in JAMstack means for developers, how it’s making integrating features (like payment processing) a breeze, and what you NEED to know about JAMstack going into 2022. “None of these individual tools are new, but JAMstack just became a new way to combine those things with static content and leverage those concepts.”
- James Quick In This EpisodeWhy JAMstack is more than just individual pieces clumped together (and could be replacing how developers do business)
How the “JAM” in JAMstack is allowing developers to pick and choose the services they want (without knowing all the nitty gritty details)
James lays out how JAMstack makes payment processing a no-brainer (and it’s not just Twitter hype)
New features and apps for JAMstack that you NEED to know in 2022
Where JAMstack is shows its power and ease-of-use (and why you should have some “secret sauce” in your cabinet)Sponsors

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Charles- Think and Grow Rich
James- Anker Portable Charger
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James- Compressed.fm
Steve- “Dadvent Calendar” by David Trott
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Simplifying Slinkity with Anthony Campolo Jan 11, 2022

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Ever feel overwhelmed by the crazy number of new frameworks? We’ve got a solution for you. In this episode, the JavaScript jamboree sits down with Anthony Campolo, a software developer who’s spreading the word about a powerful yet flexible new tool--Slinkity. They talk about how Slinkity answers the age-old question and simplifies everything, how to prevent the nasty “uncanny valley” from rearing its head during loading, and why eBay and Slinkity are on the same page about “the basics”.“I think Slinkity is an interesting new way to build websites in a framework-agnostic way. It’s like using little sprinkles of JavaScript!”

Anthony Campolo

In This Episode:If you’re feeling overwhelmed by all these new frameworks, Anthony explains how Slinkity simplifies it all
How to effectively use Slinkity’s bundling capabilities with Vite and other tools
What tools and techniques you need to prevent an “uncanny valley” from popping up every time you sit down to program
Remember eBay? Anthony explains how Slinkity and eBay are making programmers want to “go back to the basics”.Sponsors:

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Wheel of Time TV show on AmazonPrime Anthony’s
Discord servers: LunchDev, FrontEnd.Horse Charles’s
Marvel Legendary board and card game
Auth0 authentication and authorization tool
Jon Rich and Mike Rowe song “Santa Has a Dirty Job” Steve’s
Venom 2 movie
https://twitter.com/Dadsaysjokes Learn more about Slinkity:
Home Page
Twitter
GitHub Connect with Anthony:
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GitHub
Blog Special Guest: Anthony Campolo.Sponsored By:

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