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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