Whiskey Web and Whatnot: Web Development, Neat

Secrets Exposed: The Art of Keeping API Keys Safe From Developer Slip-Ups with Dante Lex

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In this episode of Whiskey Web and Whatnot, hosts RobbieTheWagner and Charles William Carpenter III are joined by Dante, the founder of Onboardbase and hi.new. Dante shares insights on building security infrastructure for distributed teams and discusses the common mistakes businesses make by trusting developers with sensitive API keys and database credentials.

The episode also features a whiskey tasting segment where Robbie, Charles, and Dante taste and review Woodford Reserve double oaked whiskey. Additionally, the conversation touches on various topics, including TypeScript preferences, Tailwind CSS, git practices, and potential careers outside of tech. Dante also talks about the challenges of being a solo founder and the current state of raising funds from VCs and angel investors.

The episode wraps up with a casual chat about Manchester United's current performance and Dante's potential career choices if he weren't in tech.

Key Takeaways

  • [00:32] - Meet Dante: Security Infrastructure for Distributed Teams
  • [02:10] - Diving into Whiskey Tasting: Woodford Reserve Double Oaked
  • [10:06] - Tech Talk: TypeScript, Tailwind, Git, and VS Code Preferences
  • [20:10] - Deep Dive into Onboardbase and Proxy Vault
  • [28:08] - Exploring Untapped Niches: Security and Energy
  • [29:11] - The Unforeseen Impact of AI on Security
  • [30:22] - The Realities of Cybersecurity and Compliance
  • [33:07] - Open Source Security Tools: A Game Changer
  • [34:56] - The Journey of Starting a Software Company
  • [36:56] - The Challenges and Strategies of Fundraising
  • [42:13] - Navigating the Complexities of Soccer Fandom
  • [49:30] - Career Alternatives: Content Creation and Beyond
  • [52:31] - Wrapping Up: Beta Invites and Open Source Contributions

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    • Dante Lex LinkedIn
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    • hi.new

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