In this episode of The Weekly Dev’s Brew, we dive into the current state of web development with Alexander Lichter, a core member of Nuxt and DevRel at Void Zero. Join us as we discuss Nitro, the innovative server engine powering Nuxt and its growing influence on frameworks like SolidStart and Analog. Discover how Nitro is transforming fullstack JavaScript development, allowing for leaner and more adaptable backends. Our conversation also touches on Vite, modern server patterns, and the realities of working in open source and developer relations today. Gain valuable insights and behind-the-scenes stories from an expert shaping the tools we rely on in the modern web ecosystem. Whether you’re passionate about Nuxt, fullstack development, or just eager to know what’s next for server-side development experience (DX), this episode is packed with information worth exploring.

Our Fantastic Guest
Alexander Lichter
Alex is a Developer Relations Engineer at VoidZero, a Nuxt.js Team member, Web Engineering Consultant, and open-source enthusiast. He creates tech-focused video content, co-hosts the DejaVue Podcast, speaks at conferences, and leads workshops to empower developers and advance the web ecosystem.

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Chapters

00:00 - Intro
00:14 - The origin of Nitro
03:56 - How to use Nitro?
06:39 - Nitro hidden Gems
07:56 - Nitro under the hood
10:17 - runtime agnostic - a myth?
12:38 - Nitro Project Structure
14:58 - Nitro 3 and Nuxt 4?
16:58 - What's coming with Nitro 3
19:36 - Nitro and Vinxi?
22:24 - What's the Vite Environment API?
26:36 - Vite's out-of-the-box experience
29:05 - Cargo for JavaScript?
31:01 - Void 0, Rome & Biome?
32:37 - Void 0 and standards?
33:58 - OXC's part in Void 0 vision?
35:15 - How do developer benefit?
35:55 - Void 0 on formatting
37:46 - Oxlint and ESLint
40:44 - type checking vs type stripping
42:30 - On Rolldown
44:38 - Complexity of Compatibility
47:08 - Outro

Links and Resources
Podcast with Daniel 
Podcast with Patak 
Interview with Evan You   

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In this episode, join Jan-Niklas Wortmann and Ryan Carniato, creator of SolidJS and CEO of Signals, as they explore how signals are revolutionizing web development and reshaping JavaScript frameworks. Discover the ways SolidJS is competing with React through more than just superior performance, as well as the innovative features of Signals 2.0 and their potential impact on async JavaScript patterns and the broader framework landscape once again. Ryan shares insights from his career and open-source journey, discusses the evolution of async JavaScript patterns, and provides practical advice for developers navigating the fast-paced landscape of frontend technology. Whether you're a seasoned React developer expanding your toolkit or a tech enthusiast curious about the latest trends in web development, this conversation provides essential insights into the past, present, and future of JavaScript frameworks.

Our Fantastic Guest
Ryan Carniato
Ryan Carniato is the "CEO of Signals", JavaScript performance enthusiast and fine-grained reactivity superfan. He is the creator of the JavaScript framework SolidJS, and a Staff Engineer at Sentry, where he works on multiple open source projects to develop a better web.

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Chapters

00:00 - Introduction to the Discussion
02:00 - The Impact of Signals and SolidJS
04:19 - Performance and React's Approach
07:06 - The Shift in Frameworks and Performance
29:09 - The Role of Open Source in Development
37:13 - Balancing Work and Personal Life
46:13 - Future Developments in Signals
95:05 - Conclusion and Reflections

Links and Resources
Signals 2.0 Stream

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In this episode, we dive into the impact of AI on web development with Rachel Lee-Nabors. Discover how AI is transforming user experience and the future landscape of software careers. We discuss the concept of 'enshittification' of platforms, the rise of personal agents, and revolutionary technologies like MCP. With AI changing coding practices and the significance of documentation for training large language models (LLMs), this conversation emphasizes adaptability in tech. Join us to learn about the evolution of programming languages and the future of the internet shaped by personal algorithms and feeds.

Our Fantastic Guest
Rachel-Lee Nabors
Rachel-Lee Nabors spent the better part of their career on web standards and opensource and has spearheaded developer education at FAANG and startups, on the React Team, and W3C. Now they work to usher in the Agentic Web, building AgentQL and teaching a new generation of builders that “it's not magic; it's just math.” You can find them drinking tea in London or shadowboxing in Palo Alto.

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Chapters

0:00 AI's Impact on Development

3:12 The Future of Browsers

5:11 The Enshittification of Platforms

10:46 The Rise of Personal Agents

14:15 Automating Interactions with the Web

18:29 The Changing Landscape of Software Careers

20:50 User Experience and Web Structure

23:08 The New SEO: MCP and LLMs

27:38 The Future of Programming Languages

30:23 Embracing New Systems

36:53 The Potential of AI in Our Lives

39:14 The AI Hype Train

45:49 A Return to Web Roots

48:05 Closing Thoughts on the Future

Links and Resources
Rachel-Lee’s Newsletter
Deep Learning Book

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In this episode, Jan-Niklas Wortmann interviews Capeletto Matias, a key figure in the open-source community and a member of the Vite core team. They discuss Matias's journey into open source, the evolution of Vite, and the importance of community in the success of modern web development tools. The conversation highlights the technical aspects of Vite, its rapid growth, and the challenges of maintaining a vibrant community as the project scales. They also touch on the future of Vite and the potential competition from emerging tools.

Our Fantastic Guest
Capeletto Matias
Matias (patak) is a Vite core team member. He works on Open Source at StackBlitz, focusing on the Vite Ecosystem.

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Chapters

00:00 - Guest Introduction and Background
00:58 - Matthias's Journey into Open Source
02:31 - Contributions to Open Source Projects
04:22 - Community Building and Collaboration
15:22 - The Evolution of Vite
21:33 - Concerns and Future of Vite
34:38 - ViteConf and Community Engagement

Links and Resources
Talk by Bret Victor
ViteConf

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Jan-Niklas interviews Josh Goldberg, a developer who transitioned from Microsoft to full-time open source work in the TypeScript ecosystem. Josh shares his daily routine, work structure, and insights on balancing passion projects with professional commitments.

The conversation covers Josh's current projects including Bingo (a repository templates tool) and maintaining legacy projects like Yeoman. They explore linting philosophy, TypeScript's significance, common developer mistakes, and tools like Prettier. The discussion also touches on TypeScript enums, type narrowing, AI's role in coding, and how open source contributions drive personal growth while creating valuable networking opportunities.

takeaways

• Josh transitioned from Microsoft to open source for passion, not money.
• He structures his open source work similarly to a 9-5 job.
• Balancing work and personal projects is crucial for mental health.
• Bingo aims to simplify the process of creating repository templates.
• Yeoman remains relevant for certain users despite its age.
• Maintaining legacy projects can be rewarding and insightful.
• Linting is customizable and should be adapted to project needs.
• Typed linting can enhance code quality but may slow down performance.
• Developers should not block builds on TypeScript errors during local development.
• Community trends show improvement in coding practices over time. There are three common forms of static analysis: linting, formatting, and type checking.
• Formatting should be automated to reduce cognitive load on developers.
• Type narrowing is a foundational feature in TypeScript that should be mastered early.
• Enums in TypeScript can lead to confusion and should be used cautiously.
• Unnecessary type annotations can clutter code and reduce TypeScript's effectiveness.
• AI tools should assist developers without making decisions for them.
• Open source contributions can lead to personal growth and better time management.
• Conflict resolution skills are essential in open source communities.
• Networking through open source can lead to valuable opportunities.
• Valuing one's time is crucial in balancing open source work and personal life.

Our fantastic Guest

Josh Goldberg is an independent full time open source developer. He works on projects in the TypeScript ecosystem, most notably typescript-eslint: a powerful static analysis toolset for JavaScript and TypeScript code. Josh is also the author of Learning TypeScript (O’Reilly), a Microsoft MVP for developer technologies, and an active conference speaker. His personal projects range from static analysis to meta-languages to recreating retro games in the browser. Also cats.

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Chapters

00:00 - Intro
00:38 - Josh's Journey in Open Source
01:38 - Daily Routine and Structure
02:24 - Transparency and Community Support
03:15 - Passion Projects and Work-Life Balance
05:00 - Personal Interests Outside of Coding
06:46 - Project Prioritization and Passion
08:10 - Understanding Bingo Project
31:04 - Enums in TypeScript
42:59 - Personal Growth Through Open Sourc

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Jan-Niklas Wortmann sits down with Mark Techson, a tech educator and engineer, to explore the intersection of education and technology. They discuss the importance of teaching methods that empower learners, the challenges of coding, and the evolving landscape of tech interviews. Mark shares insights on leadership in tech, the magic of modern development, and his journey with the Angular framework. The conversation also touches on personal passion projects, the impact of AI on the industry, and the importance of transparency and communication in tech.

takeaways

• Teaching should be in service of the learner.
• It's important to empower students to feel confident.
• Don't be afraid to explore solutions in coding.
• AI is a powerful tool that can enhance productivity.
• Understanding architecture and design patterns is crucial.
• Transparency in communication builds trust.
• The browser has evolved into a powerful tool for development.
• Passion projects can lead to unexpected opportunities.
• Leadership skills are essential in tech environments.
• Preparing for tech interviews requires discipline and practice.

Our fantastic Guest

Mark Techson 

Mark loves to teach and code.

He is an award winning university instructor and engineer with a passion for creating meaningful learning experiences. With over a decade of developing solutions across the tech stack, speaking at conferences and mentoring developers he is excited to continue to make an impact in tech. Lately, Mark has been spending time as a Developer Relations Engineer on the Angular Team.

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Links and Resources

Resource RFC (Part 1 and Part 2)
Jason Lengstorf and CodeTV

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Tired of tech podcasts that sound like AI-generated hype machines? The Weekly Dev's Brew cuts through the noise with honest conversations about web development—no buzzword bingo required.

Each week, we sit down with the actual builders of the web—from library maintainers and framework creators to thought leaders and CEOs—for authentic discussions over virtual coffee.

This isn't another echo chamber of recycled hot takes and framework drama. Instead, we're bringing you the insights, stories, and ideas from the people creating the tools you use every day, delivered with the same chill vibe as your morning coffee ritual.

New episodes drop weekly. Come for the conversations, stay because you're done with algorithmic recommendations and engagement metrics.

The Weekly Devs Brew - Your morning companion for web dev insights

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