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Kent C. Dodds Jason Lengstorf

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Kent C. Dodds
Kent C. Dodds is a prominent developer and educator known for his contributions to the web development community. He specializes in JavaScript and React, and is recognized for his work in teaching best practices in web development through various platforms, including his own website and YouTube channel. Kent is also the creator of the Epic Stack, a set of tools and principles designed to help developers make effective decisions in their projects. He is an advocate for clear reasoning in technical choices and has spoken at numerous conferences, sharing his insights on decision-making and project structuring.
Andre Landgraf
Andre Landgraf is a web developer known for his expertise in image optimization and web technologies. He organizes the All Things Web meetup in the Bay Area, fostering community engagement among developers. Andre has experience working with Ember at LinkedIn and is currently transitioning in his career. His insights into building image optimization pipelines have made him a valuable resource for understanding the complexities of handling images in web applications.
Jason Lengstorf
Jason Lengstorf is a prominent figure in the web development community, known for his work in engineering, developer relations, and open-source contributions at major companies such as IBM, Gatsby, and Netlify. He is the creator of CodeTV and the Web Dev Challenge, a competitive event that encourages developers to collaborate and solve coding challenges. Jason is an advocate for the importance of in-person networking and believes that building meaningful relationships is crucial for long-term success in one's career.
Ryan Florence
Ryan Florence is a prominent web developer and co-creator of Remix and React Router. He has made significant contributions to the web development community, particularly in the areas of modern JavaScript frameworks and routing solutions. Ryan is known for his insights into the evolving landscape of web technologies and has been an advocate for performance and portability in web applications. He frequently speaks at conferences and shares his expertise on balancing professional and personal life.

Topics Discussed

Season 6 Epic Web Comp 2025 Salt Lake City conference speakers EpicWeb.dev decision-making web development Epic Stack Epic Programming Principles Laravel project structuring career growth hallway track image optimization event photos user-generated content All Things Web community Ember career shift Epic Web Conf engineering developer relations open-source Web Dev Challenge networking in-person conferences Remix React AI-driven development React Router performance portability future-proofing web-native capabilities conferences career relationships
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0:00 1:34

Wrapping up Season 6 of Chats with Kent

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Kent C. Dodds
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Kent C. Dodds
Keywords
Season 6 Epic Web Comp 2025 Salt Lake City conference speakers EpicWeb.dev

Kent says goodbye at the end of another season of the "Chats with Kent" podcast, which featured interviews with speakers for the upcoming Epic Web Comp 2025 conference in Salt Lake City. The host, Kent C. Dodds, expresses excitement about the lineup of speakers and encourages listeners to attend the conference in March 2025. He also mentions that the talks will be available on the EpicWeb.dev platform for those who miss the live event.

Meet at Epic Web Conf.


Guest: Kent C. Dodds

Host: Kent C. Dodds

0:00 13:14

Of Things Epic: The Principles Behind Great Decisions with Kent C. Dodds

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Jason Lengstorf
Guests
Kent C. Dodds
Keywords
decision-making web development Epic Stack Epic Programming Principles Laravel project structuring career growth hallway track

Kent C. Dodds sits down with Jason Lengstorf to discuss his talk at Epic Web Conf, Of Things Epic, where he dives into the principles behind effective decision-making in web development. Rather than focusing on which tools to pick, Kent emphasizes the need for a framework that enables developers to make confident decisions that scale. He draws from his experience with the Epic Stack, highlighting the importance of clear reasoning behind technical choices.

Key topics in this conversation include:

  • Why decision paralysis is unnecessary in modern web development.
  • How the Epic Programming Principles provide a solid foundation for making smart tech choices.
  • Why Laravel's opinionated approach has been so successful and what we can learn from it.
  • The importance of structuring your projects so they can evolve without unnecessary rewrites.
  • How in-person conferences create opportunities for career growth and deeper relationships.

Kent also shares his excitement about the hallway track at Epic Web Conf, encouraging attendees to come talk to him about real-world experiences with the Epic Stack, scaling web apps, and even personal interests like family life, one-wheeling, and snowboarding.

Watch this episode.

Meet Kent at Epic Web Conf.


Guest: Kent C. Dodds

Host: Jason Lengstorf

0:00 12:50

Epic Image Optimization with Andre Landgraf

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Kent C. Dodds
Guests
Andre Landgraf
Keywords
image optimization web development event photos user-generated content All Things Web community Ember career shift Epic Web Conf

Andre Landgraf joins Kent to discuss his talk at Epic Web Conf, Epic Image Optimization. In this conversation, they explore the challenges and trade-offs of optimizing images for the web, particularly when handling large numbers of event photos or user-generated content. Andre shares how building his own image optimization pipeline gave him a deeper understanding of the process, allowing him to make more informed decisions when choosing external services.

Kent and Andre also discuss:

  • The evolution of All Things Web, a meetup Andre organizes in the Bay Area.
  • The importance of community in web development and how in-person meetups have shaped his career.
  • His experience working with Ember at LinkedIn and his upcoming career shift.
  • Why diving deep into a problemโ€”like image optimizationโ€”makes you a better engineer.
  • How Epic Web Conf has become a must-attend event for those passionate about web technologies.

Andre brings a wealth of experience and enthusiasm to the conversation, making this episode a must-listen for anyone looking to level up their approach to image handling in modern web applications.

Watch this episode.

Meet Andre at Epic Web Conf.


Guest: Andre Landgraf

Host: Kent C. Dodds

0:00 18:02

Building, Learning, and Networking with Jason Lengstorf at Epic Web Conf

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Kent C. Dodds
Guests
Jason Lengstorf
Keywords
engineering developer relations open-source Web Dev Challenge Epic Web Conf career growth networking in-person conferences

In this conversation, Jason Lengstorf, creator of CodeTV and the Web Dev Challenge, joins Kent to discuss:

  • His background in engineering, developer relations, and open-source at companies like IBM, Gatsby, and Netlify.

  • The Web Dev Challenge, a fast-paced, team-based competition that brings developers together to solve unique coding challenges in just four hours.

  • The free Epic Web Conf hackathon happening the day before the conference, where attendees can join the challenge, build something cool, and showcase their work.

  • His philosophy on career growth, taking calculated risks, and building a career you truly enjoy.

  • Why in-person conferences are critical for networking and how making friends, rather than โ€œnetworking,โ€ can be the key to long-term success.

    Jason shares why he prioritizes being in physical spaces with other developers, how meaningful relationships have shaped his career, and why he believes success comes from showing up, trying hard, and having the courage to take chances.

Watch this episode.

Meet Jason at Epic Web Conf.


Guest: Jason Lengstorf

Host: Kent C. Dodds

0:00 22:58

Remix, React, and the Web Platform with Ryan Florence

Hosts
Kent C. Dodds
Guests
Ryan Florence
Keywords
Remix React web development AI-driven development React Router performance portability future-proofing web-native capabilities conferences career relationships

In this conversation, Ryan Florence, co-creator of Remix and React Router, joins Kent to talk about the evolving landscape of web development. He shares insights on:

  • The motivation behind moving core Remix features into React Router.

  • The rising importance of AI-driven development and how it affects frameworks.

  • Betting on the web platform as a long-term strategy for performance, portability, and future-proofing applications.

  • How Remix is being reimagined with a focus on web-native capabilities.

  • The role of conferences in building meaningful career relationships.

    Ryan also shares his personal reflections on balancing career, family, and the desire to step back from the spotlight. Whether you're a Remix user, a React developer, or just curious about where the web is heading, this discussion offers a fascinating look at the future of frameworks and the web.

Watch this episode.

Meet Ryan at Epic Web Conf.


Guest: Ryan Florence

Host: Kent C. Dodds

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