logo
episode-header-image
Apr 2024
1h 5m

Unleash Developer Superpowers: Tracksuit...

RobbieTheWagner and Charles William Carpenter III, The Radcast Network
About this episode

In this episode of 'Whiskey Web and Whatnot,' hosts RobbieTheWagner and Charles William Carpenter III welcome Joel Griffith, founder and CEO of Browserless.io. The trio initially clarifies the common confusion between whiskey and bourbon, setting the tone for a detailed discussion.

Joel shares his unique journey from a jazz trumpet player to a software engineer, and eventually to the CEO of a company dedicated to streamlining the usage of headless browsers for various applications, including web scraping, automation, and testing.

Additionally, the episode ventures into a vibrant discussion on gaming, with a focus on 'The Legend of Zelda' series, comparing the immersive experiences of 'Ocarina of Time' and 'Breath of the Wild.' The conversation also touches upon issues like the technicalities of deploying WordPress on Vercel, reflections on nostalgia-driven gaming, and candid insights into potential alternative careers away from tech.

This episode offers a blend of information, personal anecdotes, and opinions, driven by a shared passion for technology, gaming, and, of course, whiskey.

Key Takeaways

  • [00:33] - Introducing Joel Griffith and the Not-So-Whiskey Bourbon
  • [01:22] - Joel's Journey: From Jazz to JavaScript
  • [01:27] - Diving into the World of Browserless.io
  • [03:03] - The Star of the Show: Blanton's Bourbon Review
  • [07:16] - Rating the Bourbon: Tentacles and Tastes
  • [13:15] - Hot Takes on TypeScript and Tailwind vs. Vanilla CSS
  • [28:10] - The Great Debate: Tailwind, Vanilla CSS, or JSS?
  • [33:55] - Diving into Dining: IHOP vs. Applebee's
  • [37:43] - The Birth of Browserless: A Developer's Journey
  • [37:55] - Exploring the Versatility of Browserless
  • [42:55] - The Future of Secure Online Banking with Browserless
  • [49:37] - Gaming Nostalgia: From Zelda to Diablo
  • [59:20] - Career Paths Outside of Tech: From Music to Junk Removal

Links

Connect with our hosts

Subscribe and stay in touch

React Miami

We'll be at React Miami hitting the streets and getting answers from the people on hard hitting questions like "is Tailwind cool?". Will we see you there? If you haven't gotten tickets yet, you can go to ⁠https://www.reactmiami.com/⁠ and use code WhiskeyWebMiami for $50 off your ticket.

Whiskey Web and Whatnot Merch Enjoying the podcast and want us to make more? Help support us by picking up some of our fresh merch at https://whiskey.fund/⁠.

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Up next
Yesterday
Is CSS a Programming Language? w/ Kevin Powell
This week, Robbie and Adam talk with Kevin Powell about the quirks and complexities of CSS, from Tailwind and Flexbox to AI’s failure to write decent styles. While sipping some Crown Royal Black, they dig into weird web history, emerging CSS specs, toast milestones, and the beaut ... Show More
52m 25s
Oct 2
TalkShop Show w/ Macho Man Randy Standards
This week, Robbie and Adam talk with Dave "Macho Man Randy Standards" Rupert about whiskey, web culture, and the quirks of building side projects. They dive into the shifting landscape of the web—AI-driven development, spec-driven workflows, RSS’s decline, and the joy (and pain) ... Show More
1 h
Sep 25
Agents of Chaos: Whiskey Experiments and the Future of IDEs
This week, Chuck and Adam talk about flavored whiskeys, offbeat experiments, and the chaos of tech culture. They discuss AI workflows, Warp vs. IDE debates, and the realities of coding culture, from bleeding-edge hype to WordPress drudgery. Plus, Chuck shares updates on life in I ... Show More
48m 52s
Recommended Episodes
Dec 2023
Pioneering AI Wearables: Avi Schiffmann and Tab AI | E1868
This Week in Startups is brought to you by… Nuts.com is offering new customers a free gift with purchase and free shipping on orders of $29 or more at http://www.Nuts.com/twist Northwest Registered Agent. When starting your business, it's important to use a service that will ... Show More
38m 14s
Feb 2023
Frontend Feud: CSS Podcast vs @keyframers
Una & Adam from The CSS Podcast defend their Frontend Feud title against challengers David & Shaw from the keyframers. Let’s get it on! Leave us a comment Changelog++ members save 6 minutes on this episode because they made the ads disappear. Join today! Sponsors: Sentry – Sessio ... Show More
51m 10s
Nov 2023
AI demos: Bard's YouTube summarizer, Stability's image editing tools, and more with Sunny Madra | E1853
This Week in Startups is brought to you by… Squarespace. Turn your idea into a new website! Go to Squarespace.com/TWIST for a free trial. When you’re ready to launch, use offer code TWIST to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain. Vanta. Compliance and security s ... Show More
1h 14m
Feb 2023
Frontend Feud: CSS Podcast vs @keyframers (JS Party #264)
Una & Adam from The CSS Podcast defend their Frontend Feud title against challengers David & Shaw from the keyframers. Let’s get it on! Leave us a comment Changelog++ members save 6 minutes on this episode because they made the ads disappear. Join today! Sponsors: Sentry – Sessio ... Show More
51m 10s
Jun 2023
Apple Vision Pro, Meta’s MusicGen, Waitroom demo & more with Vinny Lingham and Sunny Madra | E1760
This Week in Startups is presented by: MasterClass. Learn from the world’s best minds - anytime, anywhere, and at your own pace. Get 15% off an annual membership to MasterClass at https://masterclass.com/startups. Merge. Let your developers get back to their core product. Merge i ... Show More
1h 2m
Aug 2023
Episode 34: Program vs Hacker Debate
Episode 34: In this episode of Critical Thinking - Bug Bounty Podcast, Justin and Joel have both beaten COVID and now square off against each other in a mega-debate representing hackers and program managers respectively. Among the topics included are Disclosures, Dupes, Zero-Day ... Show More
2h 10m
Nov 2023
Technology won't stop just because you don't like it
A.I. and the blockchain are 2 technologies that are going to be a big impact in the outcome of our future. So instead of saying "no", try saying "maybe" and do the 10 hours of research and make an educated decision on whether it's right for you or not. Today's episode of ... Show More
11m 23s
Apr 2023
Matt Mullenweg: WordPress, AI, and jazz
Show notes: https://designbetterpodcast.com/p/matt-mullenweg-wordpress-ai-and-jazz Matt Mullenweg started out as a jazz saxophonist, and went on to create WordPress, which is the platform behind an astonishing 42% of the websites in the world. We chat with Matt about his journey ... Show More
1h 5m
Jul 2017
Pop Culture and Technology with Jeff Bakalar and Russ Frushtick
When it comes to money and personal finance, I like to think I know a thing or two. But when it comes to technology and gadgets, I turn to experts Jeff Bakalar and Russ Frushtick. Jeff and Russ host The 404 Show, a popular CNET podcast that focuses on pop-culture, tech, movies, c ... Show More
34m 8s