Syntax - Tasty Web Development Treats

892: The History of Syntax


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Wes and Scott talk about the origins of Syntax, sharing how a friendly course name conflict led to a mastermind group, then a podcast, and eventually a full-blown media brand. They also reflect on key milestones, from early episodes and sponsorships to joining Sentry, expanding the team, and what’s next.

Show Notes
  • 00:00 Welcome to Syntax!
  • 00:51 How Wes and Scott met
    • Scott Tolinski & The Origins of LevelUpTuts
    • LevelUpTutorials
    • WesBos.com
  • 09:31 How Syntax got its name
    • Episode 001: React Tools
  • 15:30 Getting sponsors
    • Delicious Brains
    • FreshBooks
  • 18:53 Hasty Treats and expanding the show
  • 22:36 Adding interviews to Syntax
    • SVGs with Sara Soueidan
  • 23:38 Syntax’s first live show
    • Live at JAMstack_conf
  • 27:58 Brought to you by Sentry.io
  • 28:34 Acquisition by Sentry
    • 600th Episode! Major Announcement and Swag Giveaway!
  • 33:56 Hiring a producer
    • Randy Rektor
  • 36:39 Transitioning to video and growing the team
    • Rating and ROASTING Coding Desk Setups
    • CJ Reynolds
    • Kaitlin Bloom
  • 41:47 Launching the merch store
    • Sentry.shop
  • 46:01 The future of Syntax
  • 47:23 Sick Picks + Shameless Plugs
Sick Picks
  • Scott: Crucial X10 Pro 4TB Portable SSD
  • Wes: MONVICT Cordless Glue Gun
Shameless Plugs
  • Syntax YouTube Channel
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