Developer
These episodes discuss issues of interest to developers
Host Sean Smith
Front end developer and CMS specialist focused on author experience and an accessibility advocate. Also loves coffee and photography.
Host Mike Mella
Web designer, developer, and strategist helping organizations stay current on the Web.
Host Amanda Lutz
Amanda is a full stack web developer who can discuss technical concepts with non technical people. She is also teaching the next generation of developers at Seneca College.
These episodes discuss issues of interest to developers
Season 08 Episode 02
– Dec 03, 2024
36:49
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Mike and Amanda discuss the current WordPress controversy and how it affects how it affects developers and website owners.
Listen NowSeason 08 Episode 01
– Nov 19, 2024
33:38
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In this episode we discuss strategies for keeping up with technology trends and how to choose what to learn.
Listen NowSeason 07 Episode 10
– Jun 11, 2024
39:53
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Rebroadcast of a season 5 episode - 11 Things to avoid doing on your website - We discuss various things to avoid doing with your website and why they are not a good idea.
Listen NowSeason 07 Episode 09
– May 28, 2024
37:38
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Chris discusses how ADHD has impacted his career as a web developer and provides resources to other developers.
Listen NowSeason 07 Episode 08
– May 14, 2024
50:31
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In this episode we talk with Online educator Ryan Irelan about online learning and keeping up with technology in web development.
Listen NowSeason 07 Episode 07
– Apr 30, 2024
40:46
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In this episode we talk to returning guest Ben Croker about how to write a good support request.
Listen NowSeason 07 Episode 06
– Apr 16, 2024
44:40
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In this episode we reminisce about how things used to be done and how much web development has changed in the last 25 years. From under construction gifs to the rise and fall of jQuery we cover it all.
Listen NowSeason 07 Episode 05
– Apr 02, 2024
32:52
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In this episode we discuss the advantages of using a boilerplate to start a new website build and what to include or not include when establishing a boilerplate.
Listen NowSeason 07 Episode 03
– Feb 27, 2024
40:27
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In this episode we talk with Mitchell Kimbrough, founder of Solspace, about strategies to help with when work is slow.
Listen NowSeason 07 Episode 02
– Feb 13, 2024
42:51
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In this episode we discuss various project management tools, and the pros and cons of each. Additionally how best to communicate with clients.
Listen NowSeason 06 Episode 13
– Jun 08, 2023
40:09
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The ins and outs of mastering social media for small business owners with Jessica Perrault plus a predication about AI generated content for social.
Listen NowSeason 06 Episode 12
– May 09, 2023
52:22
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A discussion on plugin development with Ben Croker who has developed plugins for Craft CMS and previously for ExpressionEngine. We discuss when to use a plugin, when a plugin should be commercial, how to price a plugin, and providing support to end users.
Listen NowSeason 06 Episode 04
– Jan 17, 2023
32:35
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We talk about website maintenance, tips for planning maintenance, and maintenance contracts.
Listen NowSeason 06 Episode 03
– Jan 03, 2023
32:08
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We talk all about choosing a CMS - what to look for and pitfalls to avoid and how to evaluate a CMS.
Listen NowSeason 06 Episode 02
– Dec 20, 2022
33:00
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We talk with David Canton about the ins and outs of contracts for creative professionals.
Listen NowSeason 06 Episode 01
– Dec 06, 2022
39:36
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We talk about tools of the trade that we use in our day to day work life.
Listen NowSeason 05 Episode 13
– Jun 28, 2022
34:01
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We talk to new developer Shopnil Mahmud about learning web development at Seneca College and starting work in the field. Questions were submitted by current students at Seneca College.
Listen NowSeason 05 Episode 11
– May 31, 2022
35:16
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Learn all about AlpineJS from it's Creator Caleb Porzio. We also discuss how accessibility is baked into the new Alpine Components.
Listen NowSeason 05 Episode 10
– May 17, 2022
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Learn about the process for hiring junior developers and get insight into common mistakes made as well as how to stand out from the crowd.
Listen NowSeason 05 Episode 09
– May 03, 2022
47:37
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Learn why Chris Ferdinandi believers there's a simpler, more resilient way to make things for the web with vanilla Javascript. We also take a detour into accessibility.
Listen NowSeason 05 Episode 08
– Apr 19, 2022
39:32
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We discuss various things to avoid doing with your website and why they are not a good idea.
Listen NowSeason 05 Episode 06
– Mar 22, 2022
47:54
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Kevin Powell CSS evangelist discusses everything to do with CSS and why it is awesome.
Listen NowSeason 05 Episode 04
– Feb 22, 2022
1:02:10
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Adam Wathan, co-founder of Tailwind CSS, talks about what Tailwind CSS is, why he built it, and the future of Tailwind.
Listen NowSeason 05 Episode 03
– Feb 08, 2022
44:58
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We talk to Wes Bos all about web development, soft skills, and everything needed to succeed in web development.
Listen NowSeason 04 Episode 12
– Jul 06, 2021
1:14:56
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Time to pimp your website typography with Oliver Schöndorfer. Learn the fundementals of typography and why it matters to your website and message.
Listen NowSeason 04 Episode 11
– Jun 08, 2021
46:04
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Learn all about Owen Craig's journey from novice developer to bootcamp instructor. Why he transitioned from social media manager to development, why Owen chose a bootcamp and how he later became an instructor at that same bootcamp.
Listen NowSeason 04 Episode 10
– May 25, 2021
54:10
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We talk to Laura Bailey of Revy Web Design all about Wordpress, her journey from IT technical support in the UK to running a Wordpress agency with employees in a small town in British Columbia Canada.
Listen NowSeason 04 Episode 09
– Apr 13, 2021
1:03:57
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Website optimization expert Andrew Welch discusses optimizing your website performance and speed.
Listen NowSeason 04 Episode 08
– Mar 30, 2021
32:53
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Returning guest Angie Herrara discusses alternatives to google analytics for tracking website visitors. We discuss Fathom Analytics and Stat Counter.
Listen NowSeason 04 Episode 06
– Mar 02, 2021
35:10
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In this episode Mike and Sean discuss various things you can do to improve your existing website without doing a complete redesign and rebuild.
Listen NowSeason 04 Episode 05
– Feb 16, 2021
39:21
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We discuss accessibility, with Matsuko Friedland, in websites, why it's important both for users and website owners, as well as some tips on how to ensure your website is accessible.
Listen NowSeason 03 Episode 10
– Jul 28, 2020
23:23
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Mike and Sean discuss what a content audit is and why you should perform one.
Listen NowSeason 03 Episode 09
– Jul 14, 2020
17:41
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Sean and Mike discuss the benefits of having a regular maintenance plan for your website, and having a Web developer on a retainer contract.
Listen NowSeason 03 Episode 07
– Jun 16, 2020
33:36
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Do you have a backup strategy for your website? If you value your website content, you need to have regular backups. In this episode, Sean and Mike discuss what a backup strategy is, why you need one, and what options are available to make it happen.
Listen NowSeason 03 Episode 06
– Jun 02, 2020
23:58
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Mike and Sean discuss the pros and cons of extending a content management system with plugins.
Listen NowSeason 03 Episode 05
– May 19, 2020
33:44
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In this episode Sean and Mike discuss what to do when your web developer goes on vacation.
Listen NowSeason 02 Episode 10
– Oct 22, 2019
59:47
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In this episode we talk with Mark Poppen, owner of Funky Moose Records, about running a ecommerce website with physical product using shopify.
Listen NowSeason 02 Episode 02
– Jul 02, 2019
51:13
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Nevin Lyne and Sean discuss the ins and outs of webhosting, including shared hosting, vps hosting, dedicated hosting, and recommendations of offsite backups.
Listen NowSeason 01 Episode 10
– Apr 09, 2019
50:24
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In this episode we discuss the pros and cons of do it yourself (DIY) vs a custom bespoke design. We also talk about when DIY is the correct approach and when it may be time to switch from DIY to a bespoke website.
Listen NowSeason 01 Episode 09
– Mar 26, 2019
44:42
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In this episode I talk with Emily Lewis and Lea Alcantara about website accessibility. What it is, why it's important, and how it is more than just websites for blind people.
Listen NowSeason 01 Episode 05
– Jan 29, 2019
1:0:41
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A discussion with Luke Stevens talking about the basics of SEO including advice on how to improve your SEO as well as what to avoid and how to choose an SEO specialist.
Listen NowSeason 01 Episode 04
– Jan 14, 2019
44:12
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In this episode Andrew and I talk about why websites need to be continually developed and maintained contrary to expectations of one and done.
Listen NowSeason 01 Episode 03
– Jan 11, 2019
42:23
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In this episode myself and Mike Mella discuss several webdesign shortcuts you should never take and the reasons why many businesses continue to make these mistakes.
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