In this pilot episode, Shane, Simon, and Steven discuss their journey into podcasting, the exciting developments in NativePHP, and their current projects and future ventures. They share insights on the Laravel community, the challenges of software development, and the importance of collaboration.

They explore the intricacies of prediction markets and the algorithms involved, discuss the implications of licensing issues for open-source projects, and analyze the recent disputes within the WordPress community, particularly focusing on WP Engine and its relationship with WordPress.

And they wrap up with thoughts on the evolution of development tools and the potential for new solutions in the market.

Chapters

00:00 Podcast Launch and Equipment Talk
00:47 Shane's Background and Current Projects
05:22 Simon’s Contributions to Laravel
10:03 Native PHP and Its Development
17:07 Comparing Electron and Tauri for Native Apps
21:25 Wrap-Up and Future Plans
29:48 Dusty Hats and Personal Projects
32:34 Innovative Ideas and Side Projects
35:56 The Laravel Ecosystem and New Ventures
41:14 Prediction Markets and Betting Platforms
53:49 The WordPress Controversy
01:10:35 The Future of Open Source and CMS