Yalla Let's Code

In this podcast episode, I sit down with Tanner Linsley, co-founder of Nozzle and the visionary behind TanStack (formerly React Query). With over a decade of experience in software development and open source, Tanner shares his incredible journey, from his early days as an aspiring audio engineer to becoming a leading figure in the frontend community.

Join us as Tanner gives the back story of TanStack, including upcoming features and new libraries, and offers valuable advice for aspiring open source contributors.

Show Notes:

TanStack: https://tanstack.com

Twitter: https://x.com/tannerlinsley

Nozzle: https://nozzle.io (Tanner's SEO tracking company)

Remix: https://remix.run (acquired by Shopify)

Astro: https://astro.build

Gatsby: https://gatsbyjs.com

Try it free today at saasinsights.com (Sponsored)

Key topics covered:

- Breaking into Shopify app development during the pandemic

- The reality of vibe coding and AI-assisted development- Building scalable applications vs. quick MVPs

- Navigating Shopify's evolving app store requirements

- Practical insights on app store optimization and keyword tracking

Show Notes:

- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminayles

- The Courage To Be Disliked: https://www.amazon.com/Courage-Be-Disliked-yourself-happiness/dp/1760630721

- The Lean Startup: https://theleanstartup.com

- The SaaS Playbook: https://www.amazon.es/SaaS-Playbook-Multimillion-Dollar-Startup-Without/dp/B0C87KHT1L

- Vibe Coding at YC: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IACHfKmZMr8

In this episode, I had the pleasure of having Anne Thomas, co-founder of Design Packs (a Shopify App), discuss her story getting into building a Shopify app, working with a Shopify theme development agency, and doing a Shopify store performance audit and other things that you should check out in this episode.

Show Notes:

- The Manager's Path (https://www.amazon.com/Managers-Path-Leaders-Navigating-Growth/dp/1491973897)

- Missive Email App: https://missiveapp.com/

- CodeDrops CSS Animation: https://tympanus.net/codrops/

- Anne Thomas LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annethomas8/

- Design Packs: https://design-packs.com/pages/aboutThe

- Unofficial Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2fZyUfHLOnZathTk0bfz2Y

- Syntax.fm podcast: https://syntax.fm

I'm thrilled to welcome the renowned Wes Bos! Known for his incredibly popular online courses and as the co-host of the Syntax FM podcast alongside Scott Tolinski (who joined us previously!).

Wes dives into pivotal moments in his career, including how a specific blog post series on Sublime Text unexpectedly took off, leading him to write a book and discover his talent for teaching.

Show Notes:

Wes Bos Website: https://wesbos.com/

Syntax FM Podcast: https://syntax.fm/

Wes Bos on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wesbos

Wes Bos Courses: https://wesbos.com/courses

JavaScript 30: https://javascript30.com/

Beginner JavaScript Course: https://beginnerjavascript.com/

Sublime Text: https://www.sublimetext.com/

Riverside.fm (Mentioned as built by a student): https://riverside.fm/

Canada Learning Code (Formerly Ladies Learning Code): https://www.canadalearningcode.ca/

What happens when a software engineer also opens a coffee shop? This week, I (Ilias) talked to Ilyas (Same name, haha), who shared his unconventional career story, which was filled with unexpected turns and valuable lessons.

Discover his insights on navigating the tech world, the challenges of entrepreneurship, and how to forge your own path to success

In this Yalla Let's Code Podcast episode, I sit down with Matthew Sadomsky, VP of Product Strategy at Lightworks, the company behind the popular Shopify apps Mechanic and Locksmith.

Matt shares his unique journey, from his early days of building websites to navigating the dot-com bubble, to his current role shaping the future of e-commerce.

Key points:

- How Matt's dual background in business and computer science gives him a competitive edge.

- The importance of side hustles in career development and building connections.- Matt's experience building a tech team from the ground up for a cannabis company, and choosing Shopify as their e-commerce platform.

- The secret to building successful Shopify apps that adapt and evolve.

- Insights on leveraging AI in software engineering and staying ahead of the curve.

- Tips and resources for aspiring Shopify developers.- Whether you're a software engineer, aspiring entrepreneur, or just curious about the world of e-commerce, this episode is packed with valuable insights and inspiration.

Join us for a deep dive into the world of Shopify app development and the lessons learned along the way!

Join Ilias Haddad on Yalla Let's Code as he interviews Tariq Fadli, co-founder of Wraqi ma and Algo Consulting Group. Discover Tariq's journey from early coding days to leading Morocco's digital transformation.

Learn about software development, entrepreneurship, and the business side of tech. Perfect for developers and tech enthusiasts

Ahmed El Ezzabi, a software engineer at WooCommerce, shares his journey into web development and becoming a software engineer. He discusses the challenges of not having a computer science degree and the limitations it can impose in the job market.

In this episode, Kelly Vaughn, founder of the Taproom agency and director of engineering at Spot AI, shares her journey as a web developer and entrepreneur.

She discusses how she started freelancing at a young age and eventually transitioned into running her own agency.

Kelly also talks about her experience working with Shopify and the changes she has witnessed in the platform over the years.

She shares insights on the challenges faced by e-commerce businesses during the pandemic and the impact on the tech industry.

Additionally, Kelly discusses her book 'Start Freelancing Today' and her Twitch livestream with the Shopify dev team. Kelly Vaughn is the co-founder of The Taproom Agency, a Shopify Plus agency, and the co-host of the Ladybug Podcast.

She also offers online courses and runs a newsletter called The Modern Leader. In the podcast, Kelly discusses her journey as an entrepreneur, the challenges she faced, and the lessons she learned.

She also talks about the Ladybug Podcast and the topics they cover, as well as her online course on management fundamentals for tech leaders.

Kelly shares insights on imposter syndrome and provides tips on how to overcome it. She concludes by mentioning her newsletter and other resources for aspiring entrepreneurs.

Show Notes:

- Start Freelancing Today Kindle Edition

- {{ Kelly | plus: Kelly }}  Live

- LadyBug Podcast

- MailChimp Success Story about Kelly

- Modern Leader Newsletter

- Kelly’s LinkedIn

- Kelly’s X account

In this episode, Ilias Haddad interviews Kamran, the founder of Roadmap.sh, a platform that provides career roadmaps for software engineers. Kamran shares his journey in web development, from starting as a self-taught developer to working in various companies and eventually creating Roadmap.sh