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In this whirlwind episode, we dive into the quirky world of tech, where features sometimes turn into bugs and vulnerabilities pop up like unexpected plot twists. We'll also jump into the epic showdown between AWS Lambda and Kubernetes, unravel the mystery behind 'done' vs 'done done' in tech speak, and wrap up with the curious case of Phantom Vibration Syndrome – is our tech dependency tickling our brains?

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Season 2 - Coming December 14th 2023.

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In this podcast, we unearth hidden truths of the digital world. From the carbon footprint of your internet use to questioning whether dark mode is really saving your eyes, we'll have you second-guessing your screen time. We discuss why engineers test products they rarely use and reveal the surprising connection between showers and brain activity.

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In today's podcast, we challenge widely-held beliefs about data logging, explore the intriguing concept of API recursion mirroring the simulation hypothesis, unravel the eccentricities of JavaScript syntax, and investigate the often elusive and unpredictable nature of AWS costs.

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This episode plunges into the riveting history of passwordless authentication, deciphers the quandary of the fleeting 8-second user retention window, and explores the creative prowess of AI, spotlighting ChatGPT's role in content generation. We also revisit the initial struggles of the React library and unravel the enigma behind Apple's clever use of the 4:21 timestamp in their marketing campaigns.

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From Python-scripted poetry and 'Easter egg' culture to absurdly predictable password breaches, we traverse the tech terrain. We'll discuss if timing truly is the key to startup success and finally, how a Tinder match in Antarctica underscores the importance of edge cases in software. 

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In this thought-provoking episode, we explore the future of DevOps, the profound influence of ChatGPT on humanity, and the growing specialization within software development. Join us as we discuss the ideal balance between DevOps and software engineers, and examine how mobile technology is transforming end users' ability to focus and access information online. Join us on a mission to learn, as company owners, how we must adapt to these ever-changing dynamics in the world of technology.

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In this episode, we explore Warren Buffett's late-blooming fortune, share our personal journeys as software engineers, and unravel the mystery of recursive bird flocking. We also discuss the old but still relevant MUMPS database, the prevalence of tech-debt, and the surprising fact that GitHub and GitLab are built with Ruby on Rails. Lastly, we reveal which programming languages we would eliminate if given the chance.

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In this episode we dive into the complexities and confusions surrounding industry standard acronyms, explore the relationship between Java and JavaScript, and uncover the origins of JFrog's unique name. We also discuss the fascinating Turing Test,  which has become an important benchmark in the AI community for tools like ChatGPT. As we live through the evolution of AI in our world, we ponder the weight of the internet and how science fiction is increasingly becoming science fact. 

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In this exciting episode, we discuss the daring world of microservices without distributed tracing, the controversial nature of PHP as a programming language, the alarming vulnerability of many organizations to security breaches, and the ever-puzzling question of whether being a polyglot programmer is necessary. Buckle up for a rollercoaster of humor, captivating stories, and thought-provoking debates that will leave you hungry for more!

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