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204: Relaying Requirements Feb 06, 2025

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In this week's episode, the full crew is back to discuss the complexities translating user requirements to developers and the importance of clear communication to avoid wasted efforts.

The conversation also touches upon the roles of project managers and developers, emphasizing the significance of a clearly defined problem statement and well-structured processes to ensure efficient project execution.

Follow the show and be sure to join the discussion on Discord! Our website is workingcode.dev and we're @workingcode.dev on Bluesky. New episodes drop weekly on Wednesday.

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With audio editing and engineering by ZCross Media.

Full show notes and transcript here.

203: The Hard Problem of Naming Things Jan 29, 2025

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There are 2 hard problems in computer science: cache invalidation, naming things, and off-by-1 errors. (Leon Bambrick)

In this week's episode, the crew discuesses the complexities and nuances of naming conventions in software projects. The team reflects on their own practices, shared challenges, and the real-world impact of terminology and structure on software development and maintenance.

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With audio editing and engineering by ZCross Media.

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202: Um, Actually! Jan 22, 2025

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In this week's episode, Tim and Ben go head-to-head in a trivia game inspired by Cunningham's Law, answering questions, with points awarded for correct 'um, actually' corrections.

The game reveals lesser-known facts and recent updates in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and browser functionalities. Source material for all questions came from this article.

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With audio editing and engineering by ZCross Media.

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201: LLMs vs StackOverflow Jan 15, 2025

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We're back! and in this episode of the Working Code Podcast, the crew returns to dive into a thought-provoking discussion on the impact of Large Language Models (LLMs) like ChatGPT on technical communities such as Stack Overflow.

They explore how LLMs are changing workflows, the ethical considerations of using AI for coding assistance, and personal experiences with these tools.

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With audio editing and engineering by ZCross Media.

Full show notes and transcript here.

200: The Power of Pause - We're Taking a Break Oct 30, 2024

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In this special episode, we celebrate reaching our 200th show by discussing the critical importance of taking breaks and avoiding burnout.

We share our thoughts on mini-retirements, the differences between sabbaticals and mini-retirements, and the surprising benefits of doing 'drudgery' work. We also delve into the upcoming hiatus for the podcast and what each of us plans to do with our extra free time.

Join us for a candid and insightful discussion on how stepping away can actually help you come back stronger and more motivated.

Follow the show and be sure to join the discussion on Discord! Our website is workingcode.dev and we're @WorkingCodePod on Twitter and Instagram. New episodes drop weekly on Wednesday.

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With audio editing and engineering by ZCross Media.

Full show notes and transcript here.

199: Is .io Out? Oct 23, 2024

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In this week's episode, the hosts discuss the potential discontinuation of .io domains, the historical and geopolitical nuances of TLDs like .tv and .io, and the complexities of managing and pricing domain names.

Follow the show and be sure to join the discussion on Discord! Our website is workingcode.dev and we're @WorkingCodePod on Twitter and Instagram. New episodes drop weekly on Wednesday.

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With audio editing and engineering by ZCross Media.

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198: Battling Build Complexity Oct 02, 2024

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In this episode, the hosts discuss the complexities and frustrations of deployment automation and DevOps, particularly focusing on the challenges faced with makefiles, continuous integration (CI) processes, and build systems.

They explore tools like ZX from Google and Oclif from Salesforce to find better solutions for running and organizing commands. The conversation also touches on the difficulties of maintaining older legacy systems like ColdFusion.

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With audio editing and engineering by ZCross Media.

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197: AI, The Innovation Dilemma, Promotions and More Sep 25, 2024

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In this week's episode, the hosts discuss the value of focusing on a single top priority during challenging times and the implications of AI on the workplace, emphasizing the importance of maintaining human connections and individual reflection.

They explore career progression, advocating for both skill quality improvements and the need for organizations to focus on their most critical tasks. Additionally, they touch on personal habits such as the impact of constant connectivity, the value of solitude, and the challenges of balancing productivity with personal well-being.

Follow the show and be sure to join the discussion on Discord! Our website is workingcode.dev and we're @WorkingCodePod on Twitter and Instagram. New episodes drop weekly on Wednesday.

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With audio editing and engineering by ZCross Media.

Full show notes and transcript here.

196: Building Better, Developer Experience Sep 18, 2024

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In this week's episode, Adam, Carol and Tim discuss Developer Experience (DX) and its importance in creating a comfortable and efficient workflow for developers. The hosts highlight various elements that impact DX, such as the ergonomics of Integrated Development Environments (IDEs), debuggers, and browser tools.

They emphasize the need for faster build and deployment times to minimize context switching and improve productivity. Strategies for managing development, QA, and production environments, including the use of GitHub Actions, source-controlled database schemas, and automated deployments, are also explored.

Follow the show and be sure to join the discussion on Discord! Our website is workingcode.dev and we're @WorkingCodePod on Twitter and Instagram. New episodes drop weekly on Wednesday.

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With audio editing and engineering by ZCross Media.

Full show notes and transcript here.

195: When the Juice Isn't Worth the Squeeze Sep 11, 2024

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In this week's episode, the hosts discuss situations where the effort put in is not worth the results. They cover topics like the inefficiency of tracking every minute, the high cost of striving for 100% code coverage, and handling lengthy build times during deployments. The team debates the importance of releasing features incrementally versus deploying massive changes and highlights the inefficiencies in requiring extensive requirements documentation.

Follow the show and be sure to join the discussion on Discord! Our website is workingcode.dev and we're @WorkingCodePod on Twitter and Instagram. New episodes drop weekly on Wednesday.

And, if you're feeling the love, support us on Patreon.

With audio editing and engineering by ZCross Media.

Full show notes and transcript here.

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