The Angular Plus Show is the home of ng-conf's official all-Angular podcast. Come here to stay up to date on the latest changes in the Angular community. Expect to laugh and cry with us as we talk about our experiences as Angular developers.
S3 E09 - The Dev Life | Tomasz Ducin on Maximizing Impact with Web Dev Trainings
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:In this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show, we go in-depth on organizing and leading training sessions and workshops. Whether you’re wanting to give a training at your company or are looking at doing something on a larger scale with community-focused presentations, expert Tomasz Ducin walks us through the process, sharing insights on content selection, audience engagement, effectiveness, and the bonus of some dad jokes along the way. Let’s go learn how to maximize your impact with trainings and workshops. This is… The Dev Life!LINKS:https://twitter.com/tomasz_ducinhttps://ducin.dev/https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomasz-ducin-82234a4b/https://architekturanafroncie.pl/CONNECT WITH US:Tomasz Ducin - @tomasz_ducinBrooke Avery - @jediBraveryJordan Powell - @JordanPowell88
2/26/2024 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 6 seconds
S3 E08 The Dev Life | Preparing for Talks & Presentations
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:In this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show, we’re talking about talking, or, more specifically, we’re talking all about mastering the art of preparing for and giving presentations. Whether it’s walking through the submission process, crafting engaging presentations, or actually delivering a captivating talk, get ready to walk away being equipped with the confidence and skills behind preparing for and delivering top-notch developer presentations… this is, The Dev Life!LINKS:Fun with Feature FlagsCONNECT WITH US:Brooke Avery - @jediBraveryPreston Lamb - @PrestonJLamb
2/19/2024 • 26 minutes, 20 seconds
S3 E07 The Dev Life | Your Frameworks Field Guide with Corbin Crutchley
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:In this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show, Corbin Crutchley, author of the "Framework Field Guide," goes in depth on the rationale behind teaching and learning Angular, React, and Vue simultaneously and offers advice on framework selection based on project requirements and scalability considerations. Corbin also touches on recent advancements in Angular, addresses the use of hybrid approaches, and provides strategies for staying updated on all three frameworks. Get ready cuz this is an episode filled to the brim with unicorn magic and sparkles… this is, The Dev Life!LINKS:https://twitter.com/crutchcornhttps://tanstack.com/https://unicorn-utterances.com/https://unicorn-utterances.com/collections/framework-field-guidehttps://oceanbit.dev/https://angular.dev/CONNECT WITH US:Corbin Crutchley - @CrutchcornBrooke Avery - @jediBraveryPreston Lamb - @PrestonJLamb
2/12/2024 • 46 minutes, 54 seconds
S3 E06 The Dev Life | Software Teaming with Woody Zuill
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:In this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show, we talk with Agile coach and author Woody Zuill all about Software Teaming or Mob Programming. We explore the unique aspects of this approach, the benefits, challenges, considerations, and then Woody addresses common barriers & concerns to adopting Software Teaming before sharing practical steps for how you can incorporate this collaborative approach into your workflow to really maximize productivity. Grab your coding crew, rally around the keyboard, and turn your development process into a coding flash mob! This is… The Dev Life!LINKS:https://woodyzuill.com/https://twitter.com/woodyzuillhttps://www.agilealliance.org/resources/experience-reports/mob-programming-agile2014/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SHOVVnRB4h0https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s4Eg-mnx9zgCONNECT WITH US:Woody Zuill - @woodyzuillBrooke Avery - @jediBraveryPreston Lamb - @PrestonJLamb
2/5/2024 • 54 minutes, 36 seconds
S3 E05 The Dev Life | Tanner Linsley on Angular Alchemy: Blending Development and Design
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:In this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show, we chat with TanStack creator Tanner Linsley about the dynamic relationship between developers and UX/UI professionals. Tanner shares his insights on optimizing for the best user experiences possible, including details on the importance of communication, best practices for working together, challenges faced, and effective solutions. Come learn how to craft killer UX and create some awesome sauce magic together. This is… The Dev Life!LINKS:https://twitter.com/tannerlinsleyhttps://nozzle.io/https://tanstack.com/https://tannerlinsley.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/tannerlinsley/CONNECT WITH US:Tanner Linsley - @tannerlinsleyBrooke Avery - @jediBraveryAlfredo Perez - @alfrodo_perez
1/29/2024 • 53 minutes, 20 seconds
S3 E04 The Dev Life | Ben Johnson on Going From Google to Startup
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:In this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show, we talk with Ben Johnson, the Engineering Manager at Limble CMMS, about his experience going from a great job at Google to taking a position with a startup. Ben shares great insights into working for both kinds of companies and how you can find the right fit for you. How can you assess the risks, what are the expectations -vs- realities, and how can you measure success no matter where you work? Big tech, startup, or anything between, there’s something here for you! This is… the Dev Life!LINKS:https://www.linkedin.com/in/dreamlane/https://limblecmms.com/CONNECT WITH US:Benjamin Johnson - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dreamlane/Brooke Avery - @jediBraveryAlfredo Perez - @alfrodo_perez
1/22/2024 • 53 minutes, 33 seconds
S3 E03 The Dev Life | Angular GDEs Unplugged: A Candid Conversation About the GDE Program
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:In this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show, we sit down with four Google Developer Experts to get their unfiltered thoughts on the essence of being a GDE in Angular. We discuss the definition and expectations for being a GDE, the effectiveness and evolution of the qualification process, the value of the role for both the GDE personally and for the community at large, and the balance between technical expertise and community contributions. This is not an episode to skip! This is… The Dev Life!LINKS:https://twitter.com/wardbellhttps://twitter.com/laforge_tomahttps://twitter.com/yjaaidihttps://twitter.com/Michael_HladkyCONNECT WITH US:Ward Bell - @wardbellThomas Laforge - @laforge_tomaYounes Jaaidi - @yjaaidiMichael Hladky - @Michael_HladkyBrooke Avery - @jediBraveryPreston Lamb - @prestonjlamb
1/15/2024 • 1 hour, 15 minutes, 2 seconds
S3 E02 The Dev Life | The Enterprise Engineer with Justin Schwartzenberger
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:What does it mean to be a truly effective Enterprise Engineer? What practices and skills does it involve? In this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show, GDE Justin Schwarty Schwartzenberger from Angular Air, shares his insights on being an Enterprise Engineer by coding for the “we” instead of the “me”. Schwarty goes into specific skills including commits, pull requests, impactful language, iterative implementation, and more. No matter your role or level of experience, Schwarty shares something for you. This is… The Dev Life!LINKS:https://twitter.com/schwartyhttps://angularair.com/CONNECT WITH US:Justin Schwartzenberger - @SchwartyBrooke Avery - @jediBraveryJordan Powell - @JordanPowell88
1/8/2024 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 37 seconds
S3 E01 - The Dev Life | Behind the Code with Minko Gechev - Untold Stories of Angular's Development
Grab your black belts everyone, we’re kicking season 3 off with some roundhouse kicks and hammer fists! In this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show, we interview Minko Gechev, the Engineering Product & Developer Relations Lead on the Angular Team at Google for a conversation all about the untold stories of Angular’s development. Minko shares some of the early motivations and challenges on the team and how that’s evolved today, pivotal moments in Angular’s history, important team dynamics, as well as how the Angular community has played an important role in making the framework what it is today. Minko wraps things up with what the team has envisioned for the future and highlights some things coming down the pipeline to keep Angular as amazing as ever! This is… the Dev Life!LINKS:https://twitter.com/mgechevhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/mgechev/https://angular.io/CONNECT WITH US:Minko Gechev - @mgechevBrooke Avery - @jediBraveryPreston Lamb - @prestonjlamb
1/1/2024 • 44 minutes, 20 seconds
S2 E20 - The Dev Life | Rainer Hahnekamp on Impactful Engineering: Navigating Challenges & Boosting Job Security
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:In this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show, new Angular GDE and trainer at Angular Architects, Rainer Hahnekamp, shares insights into how programmers can make a meaningful impact on their teams regardless of your position or title. As part of the discussion on making an impact on your team, Rainer also shares insights into how to both recognize signs of job insecurity plus taking proactive steps to enhance job security as an Angular developer. If you’re looking to navigate your career most effectively, there’s something here for you… this is, The Dev Life!LINKS:https://twitter.com/rainerhahnekamphttps://www.angulararchitects.io/en/https://www.youtube.com/@RainerHahnekamphttps://www.youtube.com/@ng-newshttps://www.youtube.com/@OrdinaryAdventures (for some mindless entertainment)CONNECT WITH US:Rainer Hahnekamp - @rainerhahnekampBrooke Avery - @jediBraveryAlfredo Perez - @alfrodo_perez
12/4/2023 • 50 minutes, 37 seconds
S2 E19 - The Dev Life | The Enterprise Engineer with Justin "Schwarty" Schwartzenberger
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:What does it mean to be a truly effective Enterprise Engineer? What practices and skills does it involve? In this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show, GDE Justin Schwarty Schwartzenberger from Angular Air, shares his insights on being an Enterprise Engineer by coding for the “we” instead of the “me”. Schwarty goes into specific skills including commits, pull requests, impactful language, iterative implementation, and more. No matter your role or level of experience, Schwarty shares something for you. This is… The Dev Life!LINKS:https://twitter.com/schwartyhttps://angularair.com/CONNECT WITH US:Justin Schwartzenberger - @SchwartyBrooke Avery - @jediBraveryJordan Powell - @JordanPowell88
11/27/2023 • 55 minutes, 9 seconds
A+ Show S6 E12 | NgRx Signals Store | Marko Stanimirović
Angular Signals has just been officially released and the NgRx team already has developed a new signal-driven approach to state management. Unrelated to the well-established redux pattern, the team has designed a more functional way of managing state reactively. Join Marko Stanimirović from the NgRx team as we discuss all the details and what you need to know about the NgRx Signals Store. More about Marko and the NgRx Signals StoreX: @MarkoStDev LinkedIn: Marko Stanimirović GitHub: markostanimirovicNgRx GitHub: https://github.com/ngrx/platformOfficial Docs: https://ngrx.ioBlog: https://dev.to/ngrxDiscord: https://discord.gg/ngrxFollow us on X: The Angular Plus Show The Angular Plus Show is a part of ng-conf. ng-conf is a multi-day Angular conference focused on delivering the highest quality training in the Angular JavaScript framework. Developers from across the globe converge on Salt Lake City, UT every year to attend talks and workshops by the Angular team and community experts.Attend: https://ti.to/ng-confJoin: http://www.ng-conf.org/Follow: https://twitter.com/ngconf https://www.linkedin.com/company/ng-conf https://bsky.app/profile/ng-conf.bsky.social https://www.facebook.com/ngconfofficialRead: https://medium.com/ngconf Watch: https://www.youtube.com/@ngconfonline Stock media provided by JUQBOXMUSIC/ Pond5
11/15/2023 • 58 minutes, 51 seconds
S2 E18 - The Dev Life | Inside NgRx: A Core Developer's Tale with Marko Stanimirović
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:In this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show, GDE & Principal Frontend Engineer, Marko Stanimirovic, gives an insider’s perspective into working on the Core Team for NgRx and AnalogJS. Marko starts by sharing his journey into programming and his early experiences as a developer. From there, he explains NgRx, its role in the Angular ecosystem, and addresses unique challenges faced on the Core Team. Marko also shares how his efforts in OSS have impacted his career and then gives advice for how & why others can get involved to excel in their careers as well. LINKS:https://twitter.com/MarkoStDevhttps://ngrx.io/https://analogjs.org/https://angularbelgrade.org/CONNECT WITH US:Marko Stanimirovic - @MarkoStDevBrooke Avery - @jediBraveryPreston Lamb - @prestonjlamb
11/13/2023 • 39 minutes, 28 seconds
S2 E17 - The Dev Life | Debugging Mental Health: Thriving in the Developer’s World
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:In this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show, licensed mental health professional Ashley Powell, highlights the significance of mental health for software engineers. She helps us debug common challenges faced by tech professionals and then shares strategies for reframing our thoughts and making lasting lifestyle changes to better enjoy the journey along the way. This is... The Dev Life!LINKS:https://twitter.com/AshPowellLISWhttps://claritytruth.com/CONNECT WITH US:Ashley Powell - @AshPowellLISWBrooke Avery - @jediBraveryPreston Lamb - @prestonjlamb
10/30/2023 • 49 minutes, 55 seconds
S2 E16 - The Dev Life | Behind the Code: A Conversation with Manfred Steyer
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:You really can’t dive into learning Angular without coming across some kind of content from Manfred Steyer. He’s about as synonymous with the framework as an individual can be. In this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show, we sit down with Manfred to learn more about his developer journey, going from professor to trainer, a GDE, and an important external contributor to the Angular team itself. Manfred shares his unique insights on mastering the Angular framework, advancing in your career, and shares advice on public speaking and becoming an Angular GDE. Get ready for some major inspiration! This is… The Dev Life!LINKS:https://twitter.com/ManfredSteyerhttps://www.angulararchitects.io/Manfred’s books on AmazonCONNECT WITH US:Manfred Steyer - @ManfredSteyerBrooke Avery - @jediBraveryPreston Lamb - @prestonjlamb
10/23/2023 • 52 minutes, 4 seconds
S2 E15 - The Dev Life | Craig Shoemaker on Crafting Online Courses for Millions
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:Ever wondered how you can share your skills to make a passive income? Or maybe you just enjoy teaching and want to make content to share with your team… In this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show, we spoke with Senior Content Developer and expert course creator, Craig Shoemaker, all about his journey to becoming a published course author. Craig talks about the joys he finds in being a content creator, how to make and market courses that stand out, avoiding pitfalls and getting through challenges, and a whole lot more. This is a must-listen for developers interested in venturing into course creation! This is… The Dev Life!LINKS:https://craigshoemaker.net/leverage3/https://twitter.com/craigshoemakerhttps://www.pluralsight.com/authors/craig-shoemakerCONNECT WITH US:Craig Shoemaker - @craigshoemakerBrooke Avery - @jediBraveryPreston Lamb - @prestonjlamb
10/16/2023 • 56 minutes, 3 seconds
S2 E14 - The Dev Life | Hour of EmpoweriNG with Kate Sky, Alisa Duncan, & Aileen Villanueva
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:In this episode of the Dev Life, we recap an inspirational panel discussion from the Angular Community Meetup called the Hour of EmpoweriNG. Kate Sky, Alisa Duncan, & Meetup co-organizer Aileen Villanueva join the chat to share inspiration, support, & ideas on topics that are common barriers for software engineers. Come get EMPOWERED as we dive into topics like giving public presentations, mentoring, balancing work and family life, Imposter Syndrome and MORE. This is… The Dev Life!LINKS:https://twitter.com/KateSky8https://twitter.com/AlisaDuncanhttps://twitter.com/aileenvlCONNECT WITH US:Kate Sky - @KateSky8Alisa Duncan - @AlisaDuncanAileen Villanueva - @AileenVLBrooke Avery - @jediBraveryPreston Lamb - @prestonjlamb
10/9/2023 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 30 seconds
A+ Show S6E5 | Prisma: Unveiling the Magic | Ryan Chenkie
In this episode of The Angular Plus Show, we're joined by Ryan Chenkie, Dev Advocate for Prisma.io. Together, we'll uncover the essence of Prisma, the TypeScript ORM for Node.js. Learn why developers are flocking to Prisma for its streamlined database integration and powerful features. Whether you're a seasoned coder or just curious about modern web development, this episode offers valuable insights into the world of Prisma. Tune in to explore what makes Prisma special and how it can elevate your projects.Find out more about Ryan:Twitter: @ryanchenkiehttps://howtoprisma.com/production-ready-prisma/The Angular Plus Show is a part of ng-conf. ng-conf is a multi-day Angular conference focused on delivering the highest quality training in the Angular JavaScript framework. Developers from across the globe converge on Salt Lake City, UT every year to attend talks and workshops by the Angular team and community experts.Join the Angular Community: http://www.ng-conf.org/Get your ng-conf tickets: https://ti.to/ng-confFollow Us: https://twitter.com/ngconfRead More: https://medium.com/ngconfStock media provided by JUQBOXMUSIC/ Pond5
10/4/2023 • 50 minutes, 35 seconds
S2 E13 - The Dev Life | Thomas Laforge on Strategies for Effective Code Reviews
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:In this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show, we sit down with Thomas LaForge, author of AngularChallenges, to discuss the significance of code reviews in software development. Thomas provides valuable insights on code reviews from the perspective of both the reviewer and reviewee, potential challenges, and strategies for effective and constructive reviews. Pull up some cheese and get ready to level-up. This is… The Dev Life!LINKS:https://thomaslaforge.dev/homehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/thomas-laforge-2b05a945/https://github.com/tomalaforge/angular-challengeshttps://medium.com/@thomas.laforgehttps://twitter.com/laforge_tomaCONNECT WITH US:Thomas Lagorge - @laforge_tomaBrooke Avery - @jediBraveryPreston Lamb - @prestonjlamb
10/2/2023 • 45 minutes, 24 seconds
S2 E12 - The Dev Life | Rafael Mestre on Unleashing Focus & Confidence
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:In this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show, Senior Developer Rafael Mestre shares his experiences living with ADHD and managing distractions as a programmer. He discusses when he first discovered his ADHD, how it impacted both his confidence and his learning journey with coding, and strategies he’s developed to overcome challenges with focus. Rafael then relates his experiences to the distractions we ALL face as developers and ways we can ALL improve focus and confidence on the job. This is… The Dev Life!LINKS:https://mestre.dev/https://twitter.com/mestre_devhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nZI4Gra_FsMhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ao33tIwqy6YSyntaxFM Podcast on Coding with ADHDCONNECT WITH US:Rafael Mestre - @mestre_devBrooke Avery - @jediBraveryPreston Lamb - @prestonjlamb
9/25/2023 • 41 minutes, 8 seconds
S2 E11 - The Dev Life | Dan Wahlin on Communication in Software Development
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:In this episode of the Dev Life, we recap an in-depth discussion from the August 2023 Angular Community Meetup with Dan Wahlin where he shares some in-depth thoughts on communication in software development. Going beyond just communication between or across teams, Dan shares insightful advice for programmers on the best ways to go through code reviews, documenting and commenting on code, communicating in meetings, and SO much more. Put your listening ears on - you won’t want to miss this. This is… The Dev Life!LINKS:https://blog.codewithdan.com/https://app.pluralsight.com/profile/author/dan-wahlinhttps://webrush.io/episodesCONNECT WITH US:Dan Wahlin - @DanWahlinBrooke Avery - @jediBraveryPreston Lamb - @prestonjlamb
9/18/2023 • 55 minutes, 11 seconds
S2 E10 - The Dev Life | Robert Guss on The Dead Framework Misconception
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:Is Angular really on its way out in the ever-changing landscape of software development?On this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show, Robert Guss from HowToCode.io joins the show once again to talk about why software technologies like Angular are sometimes labeled as “dead”. We emphasize the importance of community, staying informed about industry trends, and striking the right balance between adopting new technologies and maintaining stability on development teams. No need for those RIPs today - well, unless you’re talking about Really Impressive Podcasts… this is, the Dev Life!LINKS:https://www.linkedin.com/in/rguss/https://www.howtocode.io/https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/how-to-codehttps://twitter.com/howtocode_ioCONNECT WITH US:Robert Guss - @howtocode_ioBrooke Avery - @jediBraveryJordan Powell - @jordanpowell88
9/11/2023 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 21 seconds
S2 E9 - The Dev Life | Alisa Duncan on Navigating App Security & Next-Gen Passwords
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:In this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show, we’re talking all about authentication and security! Alisa Duncan from Okta joins the show to share essential security principles for companies and everyday developers, common misconceptions, and highlights simple mistakes that leave our apps vulnerable to leaks. Alisa also talks about current trends in security, including FIDO authentication and AI and their potential impact on future security practices. Grab your padlock and keys! This is… The Dev Life!LINKS:https://developer.okta.com/blog/2023/08/30/passwordless-authenticationhttps://www.okta.com/https://developer.okta.com/blog/authors/alisa-duncan/https://www.linkedin.com/in/jalisaduncan/https://alisaduncan.dev/contenthttps://www.pluralsight.com/authors/alisa-duncanCONNECT WITH US:Alisa Duncan - @AlisaDuncanBrooke Avery - @jediBraveryPreston Lamb - @prestonjlamb
9/4/2023 • 31 minutes, 6 seconds
S2 E8 - The Dev Life | Enea Jahollari on 10(ish) Things Every Developer Should Do
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:In this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show, we're joined by Angular expert and GDE Enea Jahollari to share our top 10-ish tips and suggestions that every developer should be doing to optimize success. This is… The Dev LifeLINKS:https://eneajaho.me/https://push-based.io/CONNECT WITH US:Enea Jahollari - @Enea_JahollariBrooke Avery - @jediBraveryPreston Lamb - @prestonjlamb
8/28/2023 • 41 minutes, 10 seconds
S2 E7 - The Dev Life | Wes Bos on Using Social Media as A Developer
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:In this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show, fellow podcaster and course creator Wes Bos talks all about using social media as a software engineer. Why should you even care about having social media profiles? How can it benefit your career? How can it help you develop your skills? Wes also shares some of his tips and tricks for navigating social media, networking, and, very importantly, how to smoke some mean bbq! Whether you’re on Twitter, facebook, Mastodon, Threads, or anything else, there’s something here for everyone! This is… the Dev Life!LINKS:https://syntax.fm/https://wesbos.com/coursesCONNECT WITH US:Wes Bos - @wesbosBrooke Avery - @jediBraveryPreston Lamb - @prestonjlamb
8/21/2023 • 41 minutes, 17 seconds
S2 E6 - The Dev Life | A Discussion on the Women of Angular
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:In this episode of the Dev Life, we recap a dynamic Women of Angular panel discussion from the Community Meetup where a panel of experts delved into important issues surrounding women in development. After listening to the replay, we then dig into the topics in more depth, discussing issues like Imposter Syndrome, burnout, building networks, going through the refiner’s fire, and more. There’s something here for everyone! This is… The Dev Life!LINKS:Surf Girls: Hawaii on Amazon PrimeCONNECT WITH US:Tracy Lee - @ladyleetMadleina Scheidegger- @Madleina_SJessica Janiuk - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicajaniuk/Mini Bhati - @miniBhati93Brooke Avery - @jediBraveryPreston Lamb - @prestonjlamb
8/14/2023 • 1 hour, 28 minutes, 4 seconds
S2 E5 - The Dev Life | Alejandro Cuba Ruiz on Out-of-the-Box Programming
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:In this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show, we talk with Alejandro Cuba Ruiz about how to think outside of the box as a developer and how creative problem solving will lead to better code and more efficient teams. This is… the Dev Life!LINKS:https://twitter.com/zorphdarkMedium | ng-Championshttps://alejandrocuba.com/Alejandro’s recommended song: “Como los peces” by Carlos VarelaCONNECT WITH US:Alejandro Cuba Ruiz - @zorphdarkBrooke Avery - @jediBraveryPreston Lamb - @prestonjlamb
8/7/2023 • 50 minutes, 50 seconds
S2 E4 - The Dev Life | Joe Skeen on Falling In Love with Unit Testing
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:Watch out for Cupid, we're all falling in LOVE over here at the Dev Life!... ng-conf speaker and mentoring guru at World Class Engineers, Joe Skeen, Joins this episode for a heart-filled dive into the commonly unloved practice of Unit Testing. We talk about proven strategies for unit testing, common pitfalls, favorite tools and libraries, unit testing with AI, and SOoo much more! From the first Expect to the final Assertion, get ready to fall head over heels with unit tests of your own! This is... the Dev Life!LINKS:https://twitter.com/joeskeenjrhttps://www.worldclassengineers.dev/Joe Skeen – MediumCONNECT WITH US:Joe Skeen - @joeskeenjrBrooke Avery - @jediBraveryPreston Lamb - @joeskeenjr
7/31/2023 • 53 minutes, 7 seconds
S2 E3 - The Dev Life | Robert Guss on Code & Character: Building A Dynamic Developer Identity
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:In this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show, we talk with author, podcaster, and content creator Robert Guss from HowToCode.io all about, developing, well, YOU! While technical skills are crucial, we explore how cultivating hobbies and talents beyond coding can actually enhance your job performance. This is… the Dev LifeLINKS:https://www.linkedin.com/in/rguss/https://www.howtocode.io/https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/how-to-codehttps://twitter.com/howtocode_ioCONNECT WITH US:Robert Guss - @howtocode_ioBrooke Avery - @jediBraveryPreston Lamb - @prestonjlamb
7/24/2023 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 46 seconds
S2 E2 - The Dev Life | Jay Cooper Bell on Going from Code to CEO: Mastering the Startup Stack
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:In this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show, Angular GDE & Co-Founder of Trellis.org joins the podcast to talk all about how software engineers and programmers can go from writing code to entering the world of entrepreneurship. From evaluating the viability of your ideas to selecting the right tech stack, we dive into the decision-making process that can lay down the foundation for your success. Tune in to get Jay’s first-hand advice and learn how you too can combine your coding prowess with an entrepreneurial spirit! This is… the Dev Life!LINKS:https://twitter.com/JayCooperBellhttps://trellis.org/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Business_Model_Canvashttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Technology_adoption_life_cycleCONNECT WITH US:Jay Bell - @JayCooperBell@Brooke Avery - @jediBraveryPreston Lamb - @prestonjlamb
7/17/2023 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 51 seconds
S2 E1 - The Dev Life | Tony Alicea on Better Debugging for a Less-Stress Dev Life
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:In this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show, we pull out the magnifying glass and leave no stone unturned as we dive into the art of better debugging for a “less-stress” dev life. YouTuber and PluralSight author Tony Alicea and guest host Jordan Powell join Brooke to talk about the process of smarter debugging, digging deep to catch those elusive bugs and developing a profound understanding of what went wrong. With a toolbox full of debugging aids, we navigate the tangled lines of code and discuss the importance of being in the right frame of mind to outsmart even the peskiest of critters. Don’t let the code bugs bite and get ready to unravel the mysteries of software errors… This is the Dev Life!LINKS:https://twitter.com/AnthonyPAliceahttps://anthonyalicea.com/https://www.youtube.com/tonyaliceahttps://www.udemy.com/course/understand-javascript/https://www.udemy.com/course/understand-javascript/#instructor-1https://www.udemy.com/user/anthonypalicea/CONNECT WITH US:Tony Alicea - @AnthonyPAliceaBrooke Avery - @jediBraveryJordan Powell - @JordanPowell88
7/10/2023 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 29 seconds
S1 E19 - The Dev Life | - Andy Hunt on Reflections of THE Pragmatic Programmer
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:Pragmatic and Agile Programming are about as essential to and foundational as it comes when being a software engineer. But for tips and concepts written over 20 years ago, how much have Pragmatic & Agile Programming changed in our modern world with greater diversity and new tech such as AI? How much has stayed the same? In this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show, we’re joined by author Andy Hunt of the Pragmatic Programmer & Agile Manifesto to get his direct insights into what it means to be a Pragmatic Programmer today and how teams and individuals can reach their maximum potential. Line your your rubber duckies up in a row and get ready! This is… The Dev Life!LINKS:https://twitter.com/PragmaticAndyhttps://toolshed.com/Pragmatic Programmer Twitterhttps://pragprog.com/https://agilemanifesto.org/https://growsinstitute.com/CONNECT WITH US:Andrew Hunt - @PragmaticAndy, pragmaticandy@mastodon.socialBrooke Avery - @jediBraveryPreston Lamb - @PrestonJLamb
7/3/2023 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 50 seconds
S1 E18 - The Dev Life | Ben Lesh on Being Unexpectedly Unemployed
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:Suddenly jobless? Or maybe not but what if it happens in the future? As RxJS Core Team Lead Ben Lesh has learned, even with a rockstar resume, you never know when you could find yourself unexpectedly unemployed. Ben joins this episode of The Dev Life to talk about his experience of recently being laid off and shares advice for what to do if you find yourself in a similar situation. How can you plan ahead and be prepared for the financial and mental rollercoasters you might face? What can you be doing today to build a strong network and portfolio so any setbacks could actually become your greatest comeback? Hold on to your compilers and enjoy another episode of… The Dev Life!LINKS:https://twitter.com/benlesh?lang=enhttps://www.twitch.tv/benleshCONNECT WITH US:Ben Lesh - @BenLeshBrooke Avery - @jediBraveryPreston Lamb - @PrestonJLamb
6/27/2023 • 59 minutes, 50 seconds
S1 E17 - The Dev Life | Quantarius Ray on The Competitive Edge of Software Engineering
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:Move over Monopoly!... In this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show, Quantarius “Q-Letor” Ray from JB Hunt, talks all about the pros & cons to the competitive side of being a software engineer and lessons he’s learned from competitive board & video games for pushing yourself to achieve ultimate success. Q shares how companies can foster healthy progression without letting things become cutthroat, how developers can stand out at work or in the job market at large, and even how our “failed levels” or “lost games” can teach us some of our greatest lessons for improvement. Whether you’re naturally competitive or not, grab your playing pieces and spin the wheel ‘cause there’s something here for you… This is… The Dev Life!LINKS:https://twitter.com/Tipster22CONNECT WITH US:Q Ray - @ tipster22Brooke Avery - @jediBraveryPreston Lamb - @PrestonJLamb
6/19/2023 • 59 minutes, 45 seconds
S1 E16 - The Dev Live | Mastering Angular: Lessons from a Professor
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:In this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show, Brooke & guest host Jordan Powell sit down with university professor and software engineer, John Christiansen from Limble CMMS to talk about growing your skills and knowledge base on the job as a programmer. John shares lessons learned worked with his students and how we can apply those same lessons as professionals as we consider our own professional growth and development, including some thoughts you’re probably underestimating. Get ready to learn how to learn and squash some botflies along the way… This is… The Dev Life!LINKS:https://limblecmms.com/CONNECT WITH US:John Christiansen - https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-christiansen-81455555/Brooke Avery - @jediBraveryJordan Powell - @JordanPowell88
6/12/2023 • 58 minutes, 17 seconds
S1 E15 - The Dev Life | Colum Ferry on Innovating As A Software Engineer
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:You have ideas for an app or two but aren’t quite sure where to start. Or maybe you’ve started but keep hitting some road blocks. In this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show, Brooke & guest host Jordan Powell talk with our first three-peat guest, Colum Ferry, Senior Developer from NxDevTools, all about his new application and side project - GrammarGuru. Colum shares his experiences taking the app from concept to deployment, with all the details between, from choosing your techstack, working with business partners, overcoming barriers, and more! You’ll be fully armed and ready to make your app ideas a reality too! This is… The Dev Life!LINKS:https://twitter.com/FerryColumhttps://grammarguru.appThe Blackstone Legacy by Colum FerryCONNECT WITH US:Colum Ferry - @FerryColumBrooke Avery - @jediBraveryJordan Powell - @JordanPowell88
6/5/2023 • 55 minutes, 10 seconds
S1 E14 - The Dev Life | Isaac Mann on Becoming the Ultimate Developer
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:What can ultimate frisbee teach you about becoming the ultimate software engineer? Quite a bit, as it turns out! In this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show, Nrwl Architect Isaac Mann talks about his reflections back on organizing an ultimate frisbee league in college and how he’s using those same principles now in his career as a programmer. What past experiences do you have that taught you skills you can use to find more success in your career as well? Go long for the throw, this is sure to be a goal. This is… The Dev Life!LINKS:https://twitter.com/MannIsaachttps://egghead.io/q/resources-by-isaac-mannCONNECT WITH US:Isaac Mann - @MannIsaacBrooke Avery - @jediBraveryPreston Lamb - @PrestonJLamb
5/29/2023 • 52 minutes, 56 seconds
S1 E13 - The Dev Life | Rob Ocel on Building A Winning Team Culture
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:Every company wants to establish an effective, successful system for keeping employees happy and, yes, bringing in money. So why and how are some companies more able to achieve this than others? What are they doing that makes them every dev’s dream company to work for? In this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show, Rob Ocel from This Dot Labs helps us dive into these questions and uncover some of the tips and tools for building a winning team culture. It may or may not involve tacos and Hungarian pizza, but either way, this is… The Dev Life!LINKS:https://twitter.com/robocellhttps://twitter.com/ThisDotLabshttps://www.thisdot.co/discord.gg/angularCONNECT WITH US:Rob Ocel - @robocellBrooke Avery - @jediBraveryPreston Lamb - @PrestonJLamb
5/22/2023 • 55 minutes, 3 seconds
S1 E12 - The Dev Life | Ady Ngom on Accepting Change
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:Whether it’s on the job or in your personal life, we all know that change is bound to happen. So how do you cope with it effectively when it’s here? In this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show, we sit down with software engineer and founder of TinyConf, Ady Ngom, to talk all about managing change as it comes and goes in life, or even becomes your new norm. Sit down, relax, and hold on to your passports… This is… The Dev Life!LINKS:https://twitter.com/adyngomdiscord.gg/angularCONNECT WITH US:Ady Ngom - @adyngomBrooke Avery - @jediBraveryPreston Lamb - @PrestonJLamb
5/15/2023 • 48 minutes, 18 seconds
S1 E11 - The Dev Life | The Angular Report
In this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show, Preston Lamb, Jason Warner and Stephen Cooper talk about some of the highlights of Angular’s version 15 release. They cover several pieces of the update that excite them or that give the developer experience a boost. Afterwards, Brooke and Preston have a further discussion on the topic with some additional insights and thoughts.LINKS:https://twitter.com/SCooperDevhttps://dev.to/scooperdevhttps://www.ag-grid.com/CONNECT WITH US:Brooke Avery - @jediBraveryPreston Lamb - @PrestonJLambStephen Cooper - @SCooperDevJason Warner - @xocomil_1
5/8/2023 • 24 minutes, 4 seconds
S1 E10 - The Dev Life | Todd Motto on Ctrl + Alt + De-Stress: A Software Engineer's Guide to Mental Health & Fitness
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:In this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show, we have an open conversation with Angular GDE and master content creator, Todd Motto, about mental and physical health as a software engineer. Todd shares his experiences of struggling with mental health and how getting physically active has helped him to find better balance and happiness in life. What can you be doing to find that same kind of balance and happiness in your life too? Pull out your Pokemon cards and settle in - This is…. The Dev Life!LINKS:https://twitter.com/toddmottohttps://ultimatecourses.com/https://twitter.com/tryultimatehttps://medium.com/google-developer-experts/angular-gde-todd-motto-encourages-developers-to-care-for-their-bodies-and-minds-d6a2a1a64416https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-chimp-paradox-steve-peters/1113858297CONNECT WITH US:Todd Motto - @ToddMottoBrooke Avery - @jediBraveryPreston Lamb - @PrestonJLamb
5/1/2023 • 54 minutes, 34 seconds
S1 E9 - The Dev Life | Sherry List on Hack Your Future
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:We all know there are some great perks to being a software engineer with salary being one of them. But just how much can programming turn someone’s life around? In this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show, Sherry List, Senior Program Manager at Microsoft & CEO/Co-Founder of SyntheticAIData, joins the show to talk about Hack Your Future, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping disadvantaged individuals get into the profession to improve their situation. Sherry talks about how the program works all the way from candidate selection to job placement and beyond and shares ways in which you can get involved with Hack Your Future and other volunteer-based opportunities as well. Sit back, relax, and get inspired. This is… The Dev Life!LINKS:https://twitter.com/sherrrylsthttps://www.hackyourfuture.dk/https://github.com/hackyourfuture/curriculumhttps://twitter.com/HackyourfutureChttps://about.me/sherrylistCONNECT WITH US:Sherry List - @SherrryLstBrooke Avery - @jediBraveryPreston Lamb - @PrestonJLamb
4/24/2023 • 56 minutes, 50 seconds
S1 E8 - The Dev Life | Colum Ferry on Conflict Prevention & Resolution
In this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show Senior Engineer from Nx Dev Tools, Colum Ferry, joins the discussion to share ideas for how you can effectively prevent and resolve conflict on the job as a developer.LINKS:https://twitter.com/FerryColumhttps://dev.to/coly010https://colum-ferry.medium.com/The Blackstone Legacy - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BRDCPVXK?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_88QQ0QWM20QP19CCMGBECONNECT WITH US:Colum Ferry - @FerryColumBrooke Avery - @jediBraveryPreston Lamb - @PrestonJLamb
4/20/2023 • 37 minutes, 59 seconds
S1 E7 - The Dev Life | Stephen Cooper on Blogging Your Way to Success
In this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show, Brooke and guest host Jordan Powell talk with Senior Developer Stephen Cooper from AG Grid all about blogging as a software engineer. Stephen shares why he decided to get into blogging, his process for writing, & how blogging has helped him both personally and professionally in unexpected ways. We also talk about how writing takes many forms and how even reluctant writers can find their voice and a format that works for them (super hint - it may not require much writing at all!). Pull out your Lincoln Logs & marble run sets and listen in - there’s something here for everyone! This is… The Dev Life!LINKS:https://twitter.com/SCooperDevhttps://dev.to/scooperdevhttps://www.ag-grid.com/CONNECT WITH US:Stephen Cooper - @SCooperDevBrooke Avery - @jediBraveryJordan Powell - @JordanPowell88
4/13/2023 • 56 minutes, 57 seconds
S1 E6 - The Dev Life | Making the Most of Online Tech Events
In this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show, Brooke and fellow ng-conf speakers Alisa Duncan & Chris Perko give a sneak peek into ng-conf 2023. After sharing a bit about each of their presentations and sharing some of their favorite things to do in Salt Lake City, Preston and Brooke then talk about attending online tech events and how you can maximize both your learning and overall experience at any tech event you attend.LINKS:https://twitter.com/AlisaDuncanhttps://alisaduncan.dev/https://twitter.com/ChrisJPerkohttps://ng-conf.org/CONNECT WITH US:Alisa Duncan - @alisaduncanChris Perko - @ChrisJPerkoBrooke Avery - @jediBraveryPreston Lamb - @PrestonJLamb
4/6/2023 • 39 minutes, 59 seconds
S1 E5 - The Dev Life | Brandon Hepner on What the Health!? Wellness for Sedentary Employees
What the health!?... In this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show, we take a stand against the natural sedentary lifestyle of software engineers and other tech professionals as we sit at our computers all day. Brandon Hepner, physical therapist and owner of Rock Run Physical Therapy & Rehab, joins the show to talk about the most common physical issues sedentary workers face, how to add some activity into your days, how you can both address the pains and, more importantly, prevent them from even starting in the first place. Wave buh-bye to your aches and pains - this is…. The Dev Life!LINKS:https://rockruntherapy.comCONNECT WITH US:Brooke Avery - @jediBraveryPreston Lamb - @PrestonJLamb
3/30/2023 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 45 seconds
S1 E4 - The Dev Life | Martina Kraus on Managing Information Flooding
In this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show, GDE & Senior Developer Advocate Martina Kraus joins from Germany to discuss information flooding, aka that constant feeling of needing to know everything and always feeling behind as a software developer. whether perceived or real, how can you manage those expectations while also making time to take care of yourself? Grab some eggy noodles and get ready… this is The Dev Life!LINKS:https://www.linkedin.com/in/martina-kraus-398493108/?originalSubdomain=dehttps://indepth.dev/authors/1064/martinaCONNECT WITH US:Martina Kraus - @MartinaKraus11Brooke Avery - @jediBraveryPreston Lamb - @PrestonJLamb
3/23/2023 • 49 minutes, 27 seconds
S5 E4 - Working With What You've Got: Talking Perceived Performance with Cathrin Moller
Oftentimes we find ourselves working with legacy APIs or less than ideal code bases, so what can we do about it? Join us this week as we talk with Cathrin Moller about how we can improve user experience and perceived performance of our application by working with what we can control.Links from the show:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BUbOVfNYOiUEnterJS in Darmstadt, Germany in June - https://enterjs.deDeveloper Week in Nuremberg, Germany in June - https://www.developer-week.deOur companies own conference, the Big Techday in July in Munich, Germany - https://www.bigtechday.comMy profile of LinkedIn if someone wants to contact me: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-cathrin-moellerMy NG-DE talk on YouTube with code examples: https://youtu.be/BUbOVfNYOiUFind us twitter: The Angular Plus Show (@AngularShow) / TwitterThe Angular Plus Show is a part of ng-conf.ng-conf is a multi-day Angular conference focused on delivering the highest quality training in the Angular JavaScript framework. 1500+ developers from across the globe converge on Salt Lake City, UT every year to attend talks and workshops by the Angular team and community experts. Follow us on twitter https://twitter.com/ngconfOfficial Website: https://www.ng-conf.org/
3/22/2023 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 51 seconds
S1 E3 - The Dev Life | Maria Korneeva on Becoming An Angular Expert
In this Dev Life edition of the Angular Plus Show, Frontend Technology lead & GDE in Angular, Maria Korneeva talks about how to become an Angular expert. Maria starts by sharing her own journey into programming and how those experiences shaped her learning path for how she has continued to master the framework one skill, one story, one day (and one Britney Spears song…?) at a time.LINKS:https://twitter.com/BrowserPersonhttps://medium.com/ngconf/ng-learn-how-to-become-an-angular-expert-ce47b506b0c5https://browser-person.com/https://www.udemy.com/user/maximilianschwarzmuller/https://www.decodedfrontend.io/author/dmytro-mezhenskyi/https://twitter.com/Nartc1410https://twitter.com/brandontrobertshttps://twitter.com/JayCooperBellCONNECT WITH US:Maria Korneeva - @BrowserPersonBrooke Avery - @jediBraveryPreston Lamb - @PrestonJLamb
3/17/2023 • 55 minutes, 27 seconds
S5 E3 - Welcome to the ng Community with Jason Warner
In this episode we welcome Jason Warner, an ngChampion, co-organizer of the Angular Meet Up, and Twitch Streamer! We talk about the Angular Community, how to get involved, and what it takes to contribute. Find us and our guests on twitter: Jason Warner (@xocomil_1) / TwitterThe Angular Plus Show (@AngularShow) / TwitterThe Angular Plus Show is a part of ng-conf.ng-conf is a multi-day Angular conference focused on delivering the highest quality training in the Angular JavaScript framework. 1500+ developers from across the globe converge on Salt Lake City, UT every year to attend talks and workshops by the Angular team and community experts. Follow us on twitter https://twitter.com/ngconfOfficial Website: https://www.ng-conf.org/
3/14/2023 • 56 minutes, 55 seconds
S5 E2 - Fine Grained Reactivity with Signals and How Might this Change Angular?
The Angular team has been hard at work and recently announced their efforts to introduce fine-grained reactivity to the framework with Signals. In this episode, we talk through how the current implementation of change detection works in Angular, what our current options are for reactivity, what signals are, and how the Angular team is proposing to leverage Signals to offer fine grained reactivity to Angular.Find us on twitter:The Angular Plus Show (@AngularShow) / TwitterThe Angular Plus Show is a part of ng-conf. ng-conf is a multi-day Angular conference focused on delivering the highest quality training in the Angular JavaScript framework. 1500+ developers from across the globe converge on Salt Lake City, UT every year to attend talks and workshops by the Angular team and community experts. Follow us on twitter https://twitter.com/ngconf Official Website: https://www.ng-conf.org/
3/8/2023 • 1 hour, 21 minutes, 17 seconds
S1 E1 - The Dev Life | Pursuing Your Passions with Colum Ferry
Being a software engineer is time demanding. There’s always another bug to fix or another feature to build. So how do you make time to follow your other passions outside of work? WHY should you follow your other passions outside of work? Colum Ferry, Senior Software Engineer at Nrwl and newly published author of the Blackstone Legacy novel, joins the show to share how he balances his job and personal interests to keep a healthy work/life balance and gives advice for how you can too. LINKS:https://twitter.com/FerryColumThe Blackstone LegacyColum on Dev.toColum on MediumThrawn Trilogy - LegendsThrawn SeriesCONNECT WITH US:Colum Ferry - @FerryColumBrooke Avery - @jediBraveryPreston Lamb - @PrestonJLamb
3/3/2023 • 34 minutes, 56 seconds
S1 E0 - The Dev Life | Intro to The Dev Life with Brooke Avery & Preston Lamb
Welcome to The Dev Life on the Angular Plus Show podcast where hosts Brooke Avery & Preston Lamb dive into topics and discussions with members from the Angular community on how to find success and fulfillment in all stages of your career. Hear from others who share the stories, experiences, career tips, advice, and setbacks that have helped them live their ultimate dev life and how you can too!CONNECT WITH US:Brooke Avery - @jediBraveryPreston Lamb - @prestonjlambwww.angularcommunity.net @angular_community