Torqd

By Vehikl

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Torqd examines the tools and concepts that developers use on the job. We talk web frameworks, career choices, community events, industry news, and anything else that keeps the engine running.

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Torqd episodes:

07.18.2019
028 - LaraconUS 2019 - NYC
On July 22-26, 2019, the Vehikl team will be attending the largest LaraconUS to date! With over 900 attendees showing up to the Playstation Theatre in Times Square, NYC, it will surely be an incredible experience! Join us as we...
03.21.2019
027 - VueConfUS 2019 - Tampa, Florida
On March 25-27, 2019, we will be travelling to Tampa, Florida for VueConf US! During today’s episode, we’re going to talk about this year’s schedule, last year’s conference in New Orleans, and all the fun things we’ll be doing on...
02.15.2019
026 - Vehikl: Under The Hood (pt. 2)
Today we're discussing what's going on at the London Vehikl office! The London team has recently moved into a new building. The building is a beautiful and modern location. Caryn and James work in the London office and join us...
01.30.2019
025 - Vehikl: Under The Hood (pt. 1)
Welcome to our first episode of the new year. Today’s episode is the start of a new series we are calling Vehikl: Under the Hood. We sit down with Colin DeCarlo and Brian Hogg and discuss some exciting developments in...
11.23.2018
024 - Serverless Architecture
What does "serverless" really mean, and how do you get started working with it? Why is serverless infrastructure becoming a popular option? Join us as we have first time guest, Jesse Carter, a talented developer here at Vehikl, talk about...
11.05.2018
023 - Essentials for Becoming a Software Professional
We take a look at Uncle Bob’s (Bob Martin) book The Clean Coder and discuss the topic of software professionalism. We have varying degrees of experience that we share with each other and the audience. We walk chapter by chapter...
10.19.2018
022 - What's React Native All About?
React Native is a framework that builds applications for both IOS and Android systems. We have some curiosity about React Native and Lucas and Alex join us to tell us about their experience with React and React Native.
10.04.2018
021 - Helpful Productivity Tools & Practices
So how do you like to work? Are you a multi-monitor user? Do you prefer the lights on or off? Dan and Margaret sit down with Adam Frank and Brian Hogg and compare preferences, quirks, and techniques when they want...
07.17.2018
020 - Laracon US 2018 Preview
Are you heading to Laracon US 2018 in Chicago? We’ll see you there! Brian Hogg and Justin Buchanan join Dan and Margaret to talk baseball, food, museums, and the conference we’re all excited to check out. Rumour has it, the...
07.03.2018
019 - Open for Extension: Adaptability in Laravel
Moving to Laravel from an existing application doesn’t have to hurt! Adapting Laravel to fit your team’s needs doesn’t either. Colin DeCarlo and Lucas Gladding join Dan and Margaret to talk strategies and experience in shuffling Laravel components between applications.
07.03.2018
019 - Open for Extension: Adaptability in Laravel
Moving to Laravel from an existing application doesn’t have to hurt! Adapting Laravel to fit your team’s needs doesn’t either. Colin DeCarlo and Lucas Gladding join Dan and Margaret to talk strategies and experience in shuffling Laravel components between applications.
06.21.2018
018 - Gives Everybody The Context: Paired Programming
What exactly is paired programming? How do you make it work for you and your team? What happens when you make it a mob? Colin DeCarlo and Grant Lovell join Dan and Margaret to talk through getting collaborative with your...
06.07.2018
017 - I Think “It Depends”: Clean Architecture (Part 2)
We’re back with part two of our inaugural Torqd book club; discussing Robert “Uncle Bob” Martin’s “Clean Architecture” with Colin DeCarlo, Brad Brothers, and Lucas Gladding. This time, we’re starting from the beginning of the book, diving into the SOLID...
05.23.2018
016 - Back to the Book: Clean Architecture (Part 1)
Gather ‘round for the inaugural Torqd book club. For our first entry, we’re looking at “Clean Architecture” by Robert “Uncle Bob” Martin. With guests Colin DeCarlo, Brad Brothers, and Lucas Gladding, we’ll explore some of the larger concepts covered in...
04.25.2018
015 - I Don’t Belong Here: Imposter Syndrome
What is imposter syndrome? What makes it so tough to get over? Does it hit our industry harder than others? Brian and Daniel join Margaret and Dan to explore their own views on, experiences of, and ways to cope with...
04.10.2018
014 - VueConf US Recap
Adam and Stephen rejoin Margaret and Dan for a short recap of VueConf US 2018 in New Orleans. How much did we learn? What did we eat? Where did we drink? Who got searched for contraband at the airport? Tune...
03.25.2018
013 - The Vueture: VueConf US Preview
Heading to VueConf US in New Orleans this week? So are we! Adam and Stephen join Margaret and Dan to talk food, drinks, and fun in The Big Easy. Stick it out long enough, and we might even talk about...
03.14.2018
012 - Batteries Included: Vue In Practice
With VueConf US approaching, we’re looking at our experiences with Vue in production. Returning guest Colin DeCarlo and new-to-the-show guest Brian Hogg sit down with Dan and Margaret for an overVue.
02.27.2018
011 - The Entirety of Humanity: Web Accessibility
What is a11y all about? What does this mean from a user’s perspective? How does accessibility weigh-in on your project costs? Join us in this episode as our producer (and front end developer), Stephen Belyea talks about the importance of...
02.12.2018
010 - Don’t Float Things Anymore: CSS Grid
New to CSS Grid? Heard of Grid but hesitant to ship it in the wild? Margaret and (our brand new co-host) Dan speak with designer Darren Galway about Grid’s new syntax, browser support, and getting it integrated into current projects.
12.22.2017
009 - What Changed and Why: Code Reviews
What exactly is code review? Is it more than just telling somebody what’s wrong with their code? Of course it is! Join developers, Colin DeCarlo, Dan Mills, and Justin Buchanan, as they sit in with Margaret to drop comments, request...
10.24.2017
008 - Sane Looking Results: Testing the Front End
Tired of testing? We aren’t! We’re focusing on what goes into testing the front end. Alex Barry, one of our senior devs, weighs in on the process, differences from back end, and helping you code better.
09.28.2017
007 - Given, When, Then: an Intro to Application Testing
Good testing is tough. We’re talking testing in design, development, and the future of your app with two of our senior devs - Brad Brothers, and Colin DeCarlo.
08.23.2017
006 - Co-Op Recap
The time has come for Colin Mills and Justin Buchanan to graduate from their 16-month co-op term at Vehikl. We talk highlights, experiences, and career growth throughout the term.
08.09.2017
005 - Laracon Recap and Conferences 101
The dust has settled since our trip to Laracon 2017 in New York City. Join Product Designer Caryn Humphreys, and Developers Jesse O’Brien and Adam Frank to dig into impressions and the Laracon experience.
07.26.2017
004 - Laracon US 2017 Recap: Day 1
Day 1 of Laracon US 2017 is a wrap and the after party is well underway. We grabbed a few developer friends for a quick recap of the day’s events.
07.25.2017
003 - Laravel 5.5
It’s Laracon week and we’re getting ready for Laravel’s 5.5 release. Developers Jesse O’Brien, Colin DeCarlo, and Dan Soppelsa sit down to chat through features, updates, and tools implemented for the release.
07.17.2017
002 - Career Progression
We’re sitting down with Senior Developer Colin DeCarlo, and occasional computer user Daniel Mills, to discuss how they started, where they’ve been, and choices made along the way. Regardless of where your career is at, Colin and Dan have wisdom...
07.12.2017
001 - React and Vue
We’re talking our favourite lightweight Javascript framework/libraries: React and Vue. Senior full-stack developers Jesse O’Brien and Dan Soppelsa join our co-hosts, Eric and Margaret, for this debut Torqd chat.

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Torqd episodes:

028 - LaraconUS 2019 - NYC

027 - VueConfUS 2019 - Tampa, Florida

026 - Vehikl: Under The Hood (pt. 2)

025 - Vehikl: Under The Hood (pt. 1)

024 - Serverless Architecture

023 - Essentials for Becoming a Software Professional

022 - What's React Native All About?

021 - Helpful Productivity Tools & Practices

020 - Laracon US 2018 Preview

019 - Open for Extension: Adaptability in Laravel

019 - Open for Extension: Adaptability in Laravel

018 - Gives Everybody The Context: Paired Programming

017 - I Think “It Depends”: Clean Architecture (Part 2)

016 - Back to the Book: Clean Architecture (Part 1)

015 - I Don’t Belong Here: Imposter Syndrome

014 - VueConf US Recap

013 - The Vueture: VueConf US Preview

012 - Batteries Included: Vue In Practice

011 - The Entirety of Humanity: Web Accessibility

010 - Don’t Float Things Anymore: CSS Grid

009 - What Changed and Why: Code Reviews

008 - Sane Looking Results: Testing the Front End

007 - Given, When, Then: an Intro to Application Testing

006 - Co-Op Recap

005 - Laracon Recap and Conferences 101

004 - Laracon US 2017 Recap: Day 1

003 - Laravel 5.5

002 - Career Progression

001 - React and Vue