Syntax - Tasty Web Development Treats

940: Picking a Fullstack Stack, Is Next.js Too Complex? Services vs Self-Hosted + More


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In this potluck episode, Wes and Scott answer your questions about modern full-stack stacks, Node.js backend options, managing database indexes, developer burnout, handling toxic bosses, and more!

Show Notes
  • 00:00 Welcome to Syntax!
  • 02:36 What’s your go-to Node.js backend in 2025?
    • Polka
    • 06:18 Do you proactively manage database indexes—or fix them only when they become a problem?
    • 09:40 Brought to you by Sentry.io
    • 12:14 After planning a new project, what’s your real-world dev workflow?
      • 931: Project Init - How to Make Good Choices When Starting a New Coding Project
      • 18:19 What to do when you’re feeling burned out as a developer
      • 23:34 Picking the right tech stack for your partner’s website
      • 28:18 How do you deal with a toxic boss?
      • 33:10 The ideal tech stack for launching a SaaS MVP
      • 39:46 Is GraphQL still worth it vs REST or RPC?
      • 44:26 Is Vercel steering modern web dev in the wrong direction?
      • 51:20 What’s up with TanStack Forms?
        • TanStack Form Latest
        • 59:35 Sick Picks + Shameless Plugs
          Sick Picks
          • Scott: Flesh and Code
          • Wes: WAGO connectors
          • Shameless Plugs
            • Syntax YouTube Channel
            • Hit us up on Socials!

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              Syntax - Tasty Web Development TreatsBy Wes Bos & Scott Tolinski - Full Stack JavaScript Web Developers

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