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Jun 2018
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Wes Bos & Scott Tolinski - Full Stack Javascript Web Developers
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Show Notes

2:15

  • What’s the best resource for staying up to date with Javascript?

3:48

  • How do you stay motivated if you don’t like your current project?

7:08

  • What’s your favorite music to work to?

11:10

  • In what order should developers learn tools related to GraphQL?

13:48

  • As a JS developer, is it a good idea to learn other languages like PHP or Python?

19:55

  • As a CS undergrad, what can you do in terms of programming that could be a great benefit after graduation?

23:14

  • Should you be concerned about SEO when using JS frameworks like React?

28:17

  • How can you build your network when you’re too tired or busy to go to a bunch of meetups?

32:55

  • How do you come up with such good designs and UI for your courses?

36:37

  • As more websites move to secure connections, where can a noob learn the basics of https, SSL certificates, how to deploy a secure website, etc.?

43:05

  • Have you had experience working for large companies and how does it compare to smaller companies and/or freelancing?

47:30

  • What are other programming podcasts you listen to?

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