Web Perspectives

By Sean G

The ins and outs of the day-to-day life as a front-end web developer, from the most minute details to the most technical gotchas.... more

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The podcast currently has 43 episodes available.

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January 15, 2025Magical Developers w/ Zell Liew
Author, writer, and front-end developer Zell Liew's self-taught journey. Featured on numerous web development magazines including Smashing, A List Apart, and CSS Tricks, Zell uncovers the single key accident that led him down his front-end web development journey to make 6 figures passively in his sleep.
Does it still make sense to pursue web development in 2025?

Are CSS Grid systems outdated?

CSS framework or no? Bootstrap or Tailwind?

Tailwind: the good, the bad, and the ugly

The #1 tip for new front-end developers

How to know if web development is for you
Timestamps:
1:00: Zell’s background and how he got started in web development.

7:00: Zell's first web development project: Building a clone of TutsPlus in 5 hours!

10:00: Zell's first freelance client: Charging $50 and learning valuable lessons.

16:00: The impact of self-development and confronting childhood trauma.

22:00: Writing his first book on the Suzie Grid system and the turning point it represented.

35:00: The transition from teaching "how to" to understanding "how you do it" and the importance of values.

43:00: Zell's frustration with existing tools leads him to create Splendid Labs.

57:00: Splendid Labs: A deep dive into its features, philosophy, and unique approach to documentation.

72:00: A comparison of Astro, Eleventy, and other static site generators.

82:00: The challenges of building JavaScript libraries for Astro and Zell’s choice to use Svelte.

99:00: A moving story about a teacher’s kindness and its profound impact on Zell's life.

109:00: Battling the “entrepreneur enemy” and finding balance between different aspects of himself.

118:00: The importance of understanding your "why" and aligning your actions with your values.

124:00: Zell shares a powerful quote from the Tao Te Ching about inner stability and cultivating the self.

130:00: Practical advice for navigating the ever-changing world of web development and finding your place.

139:00: Where to find Zell online: Websites, courses, and social media.
Links
Zell Liew (Blog)

Zell's Website: https://zellwk.com

Magical Dev School: https://magicaldevschool.com/

Splendid Labs: https://splendidlabs.com/

Live Your Mark: https://liveyourmark.com/

TutsPlus: https://tutsplus.com/

Learn JavaScript: https://learnjavascript.today/

Learn Async Javascript: https://learnasyncjs.com/
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1h 47min
July 12, 2024 Online Courses, Web & React Fundamentals w/ Tony Alicea
Udemy vs. eDX vs. Pluralsight -- who wins? Tony Alicea, instructor for over 10 years on Udemy and Pluralsight, breaks down when to use online learning platforms vs. actually writing code. What's the quickest way to learn web development? What do the best learners do?

Show notes
https://tonyalicea.dev
https://thesmythgroup.com

Course coupons
https://understandingreact.com/?coupon_code=WPP
https://teamdynamics.dev/?coupon_code=WPP
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1h 33min
June 13, 2024When to Quit Your Job w/ Matej Latin
How do you know when it's time to quit your designer or web developer job? What do signs of gaslighting and verbal abuse look like in the workplace. Matej Latin, author of betterwebtype.com, shares the crucial turning points of his designer career from corporate banking to GitLab to his self-led journey, coaching thousands of aspiring designers.

Links:
Medium (Matej Latin): How my Dream Designer Job Turned into a Nightmare Job

betterwebtype.com design course by Matej Latin

Matej Latin on LinkedIn

Matej Latin's website

Timestamps:
0:02:25 - Economics to Design: WTF?

0:05:11 - Gitlab's #1 practice for remote work

0:10:27 - Remote's Impact on Teams: Good or Bad?

0:16:12 - Collaboration Secrets for Remote Teams

0:20:56 - Engineers and Designers: BFFs?

0:26:10 - Designers: Speak Up!

0:35:25 - Flat Orgs: Dream or Nightmare?

0:40:20 - Dream Job Becomes Hell

0:50:57 - Toxic Positivity & Gaslighting at Work

0:53:43 - Side Hustles While Working Full-Time

0:57:37 - Fix Your Damn Portfolio

1:00:55 - Job Interviews: Don't Be a Sheep

1:06:42 - When to Say "F* it" and Quit**

1:08:57 - The Importance of Passion in Your Work

1:10:16 - How to Find Your Dream Design Job

1:11:37 - The Importance of Mentorship for Designers

1:12:26 - The Importance of Transparency and Expectations

1:13:49 - The Myth of "Hitting the Ground Running"
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1h 46min
June 07, 2024Full-Stack Social Media w/ Muhannad Nouri
What are the best ways to learn full-stack web development? Muhannad Nouri, full-stack developer at Enverus, shares with us his #1 tip for leveraging YouTube, TikTok, and X to enhance his full-stack learning.
Timestamps
01:43: Do you need a computer science degree to be a web developer? Muhannad shares his experience.

04:37: The #1 tip for new web developers to avoid feeling overwhelmed.

09:15: ChatGPT and Copilot: essential tools for modern web development?

12:18: The secret to learning new web technologies without burning out.

18:15: Social media: Friend or foe for web developers?

33:38: How to stay informed without drowning in newsletters.

45:46: Is LinkedIn still relevant for tech professionals?

50:49: The job hunt: How to make your resume stand out in a crowded market.

53:13: How to get that first web development interview.

57:45: Networking when you're not looking for a job.

01:12:05: The highs and lows of web development: What keeps us coming back for more?

01:23:03: Convincing your boss to adopt new tech: Muhannad's proven strategy.

01:31:07: The Angular vs. React debate: Which framework is right for you?

01:38:02: The art of mentorship: How to guide others without holding them back.

01:43:04: Pair programming: Valuable even for experienced developers?

01:50:02: How to get that first web development interview.

01:57:45: Networking when you're not looking for a job.

02:01:31: Where to find Muhannad online.

02:01:48: Muhannad's parting words of wisdom.
Links
Muhannad Nouri: LinkedIn

Dr. Tony Tang: University of Calgary
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1h 56min
May 30, 2024How to Learn Web Development w/ Dan Stephenson
Dan Stevenson, a seasoned instructor at SAIT, demystifies the complexities of web development. Dan emphasizes the significance of mastering fundamental web technologies like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript while highlighting the importance of continuous learning and adaptation in the face of evolving trends. He delves into the challenges of balancing innovation with accessibility and performance in web design, offering valuable insights and practical tips for aspiring and experienced web developers alike. The discussion further explores the role of AI in web development, the advantages and disadvantages of using frameworks, and the crucial role of soft skills in career success.

Links:
SAIT Interactive Design - Web Design and Development Major

SAIT Student for a Day:
https://www.sait.ca/programs-and-courses/student-for-a-day

Dan's website:
https://danstephenson.ca

Dan's podcast: Fireside chat: https://www.firesidechat.ca/
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2h 2min
March 22, 2024Web Accessibility w/ Daryl Suttie
What is web accessibility, and why does it matter? Daryl Suttie, accessibility enthusiast, answers our questions about accessibility gotchas and illustrates how we can promote web accessibility and "sell" it to large software companies.
Timestamps
[00:01:00]: Daryl's Background
- Accidental accessibility specialist; held roles in design,
development, product management, QA; now advocates passionately for web
accessibility

[00:03:24]: Accessibility Laws and Regulations - Current state in Canada, US, Europe; accessibility becomes hotter topic in coming years

[00:06:49]: Accessibility Debt - Exceeds general technical debt; often unchecked upfront; much costlier to fix later than baking in from start

[00:09:00]: TV Remote Analogy - TV remote navigation parallels keyboard-only web browsing; relatable way to build empathy for these users

[00:18:00]: Screen Reader User Diversity
- Benefits many beyond blind users - those with low vision, dyslexia,
cognitive issues, distractibility; many lack power user skills

[00:35:53]: Manual Testing Importance - Value of manual accessibility checks, even quick tab review; catches issues automation misses; some manual testing critical

[00:41:19]: Expanding Accessibility Knowledge - How to stay updated on best accessibility practices; constant learning curve even for experts

[00:51:07]: Growing Accessibility Demand - Increased demand predicted as more jurisdictions tighten regulations; uptick in RFPs requiring accessibility

[00:51:51]: Reach Out to Daryl
- Connect on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/darylsuttie for accessibility
questions, website audits, or to learn about his accessibility journey

[00:53:07]: Accessibility Barriers Unintentional - Most accessibility barriers stem from lack of awareness rather than malice; still problematic and important to address

[01:04:00]: Form Interactions and Accessibility
- Challenges with instant form submissions; separate actions for option
changes and form submission; avoid unexpected context shifts

[01:10:27]: Neglect of HTML Fundamentals - Developers often lack HTML knowledge; over-reliance on CSS and JS; semantic HTML benefits accessibility

[01:17:00]: Daryl's Journey into Accessibility - From early HTML dabbling to accessibility-focused roles; fueled by passion for inclusivity and better user experiences

[01:36:33]: Business Case for Accessibility - Opportunities in serving untapped user segments; competitive advantage; sticky users; millions with disabilities

[01:40:25]: Responding to Accessibility Pushback - Incremental improvements over perfection; celebrate small wins; 10% progress still meaningful; ratchet up gradually

[01:44:41]: Keeping Up with Evolving Standards - Continuous learning essential; even experts encounter knowledge gaps; importance of referencing latest documentation

[01:46:41]: Accessibility in B2B Contexts - Readiness to adapt if needed; quick wins possible with focused training; direct user feedback critical

[01:49:00]: Rising Frequency of Accessibility Requests
- Increasing RFPs with accessibility requirements, especially in public
sector; accessibility gaining visibility across industries
Links
Daryl Suttie LinkedIn

https://makeitfable.com/

https://inclusive.microsoft.design/

https://www.pluralsight.com/courses/developing-websites-accessibility-getting-started
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1h 54min
November 23, 2023Inside Data Centres w/ Coral Taylor Bliss
Sub-sea cables make the internet possible today, but what about the data centres they connect to? Take a look inside the operations of what happens inside "colo" or "metro" centres that keep the internet fast and efficient via "peering". Coral Taylor Bliss of Equinix, which manages over 112 data centres worldwide, gives us the inside scoop on what it takes to run some of the world's most critical infrastructure.
Coral Taylor Bliss (LinkedIn)

Equinex Website
Timestamps:
00:01:36 - Introduction of guest Coral Bliss Taylor

00:02:23 - Coral talks about her background

00:03:09 - Overview of Equinix and its founding principles

00:04:21 - Explanation of internet peering

00:07:37 - Importance of physical internet infrastructure

00:08:06 - How internet infrastructure enables web development

00:13:25 - Difference between Equinix and public cloud providers

00:45:25 - Equinix's platform and how customers utilize it

00:57:08 - Cost comparisons between Equinix, owning your own data centers, and public clouds

01:02:35 - Equinix Fabric for connecting data centers and clouds

01:06:10 - Equinix's ecosystem of connected networks and services

01:07:41 - Internet connectivity challenges in some countries

01:13:01 - Impact of satellite internet like Starlink

01:14:29 - Excitement about AI and internet-enabled entrepreneurship

01:16:00 - Sustainability considerations with aggregated data centers

01:22:19 - Where to connect with Coral / Equinix
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1h 23min
November 04, 2023CSS in 2023 with Kevin Powell
Kevin Powell gives out his #1 tip on learning and teaching CSS. How can you keep up to date with all the new CSS features coming? Should you still use Bootstrap? What about Tailwind? CSS in JS? How do you CSS in 2023?
Learn how Kevin got started with web development and teaching CSS. Hear his perspective on using frameworks like Bootstrap and Tailwind to learn. Get insights on the challenges beginners face when starting with CSS and how to overcome them.
Discover Kevin's approach to using CSS tools and frameworks in projects. Find out his tips for structuring HTML to support styles. Learn about semantic HTML and accessibility best practices.
Get the inside scoop on starting a YouTube channel, podcast, and online courses. Hear Kevin's pain points with CSS units and lack of colour mix support.
Kevin Powell on YouTube

Kevin Powell's Newsletter

Kevin Powell's Podcast

Kevin's Website
Timestamps
(00:04:04 - 00:07:04) How Kevin got started with web development and teaching it

(00:07:04 - 00:10:04) Kevin's experience using CSS frameworks like Bootstrap to learn

(00:10:04 - 00:15:04) The challenges of learning CSS for beginners

(00:15:04 - 00:18:04) Kevin's approach to using CSS frameworks and tools

(00:18:04 - 00:24:04) Building your own learning management system vs using a platform

(00:24:04 - 00:29:04) How to structure HTML to support styles

(00:29:04 - 00:35:04) Semantic HTML and accessibility practices

(00:35:04 - 00:44:04) Kevin's YouTube channel and creating content

(00:44:04 - 00:47:04) Starting a podcast and newsletters

(00:47:04 - 00:54:04) Making YouTube a full-time job

(00:54:04 - 01:02:04) Kevin's tips for CSS

(01:02:04 - end) Pain points with CSS units and lack of color mix suppor
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1h 39min
October 02, 2023 Migrating to AWS w/ Heman Tailor
AWS, Google Cloud, DigitalOcean, Azure... the list goes on. But how hard is it to migrate an existing tech stack to the cloud? Heman Tailor, director of IT at SCA Interactive, gives us the lowdown on the pros, cons, challenges of migrating his infrastructure from on-prem to AWS.
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2h 5min
September 12, 2023Why ReactJS is Outdated w/ Josh Collinsworth
Josh Collinsworth wrote a blog post about why ReactJS is outdated and which technologies to try instead, and we wanted to learn more. Why has ReactJS remained the king of front-end frameworks, and what can we do about it? What about frameworks like Svelte, Vue, and Astro? View transitions API as per Astro along with some life advice on how to choose a front-end framework in your next project.
Josh Collinsworth on Mastadon

Fresh framework for Deno

Quina word game

Hondo word game

VueJS interactive demo

Pass the Pigs game

PWA builder

Tauri Rust framework
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1h 30min

FAQs about Web Perspectives:

How many episodes does Web Perspectives have?

The podcast currently has 43 episodes available.