In this episode, Shane and Simon dive deep into Shane's inspiring comeback from major back surgery, sharing not only the physical and mental hurdles but also the cutting-edge tools and tech that played a pivotal role in his recovery. They break down how innovations are shaping both personal journeys and the future of development. Join the conversation as they explore how to bridge the tech knowledge gap and harness AI for growth in both life and code.

Chapters
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00:00 Shane's Health Journey: From Pain to Recovery
08:43 The Impact of Chronic Pain on Daily Life
18:24 Tech Talk: Innovations in Development Tools
28:28 Exploring New Projects and Payment Solutions
31:11 Discovering New Tools and Technologies
33:02 The Challenge of Learning and Adapting
35:01 Understanding Context in Learning
38:26 Exploring AI and Its Implications
43:23 Practical Applications of AI in Development
47:55 The Nature of AI and Its Limitations
54:02 Navigating the AI Landscape
59:57 Bridging Knowledge Gaps in Tech
01:08:05 The Future of Learning and Content Creation

In this episode, Shane, Simon, and Steven discuss their weekly updates, delve into a new jobs/project posting feature for Laradevs, explore innovative ideas for enhancing the hiring process, and chat about a Laracon app that Shane was working on that has now been duplicated by another team.

In this pilot episode, Shane, Simon, and Steven discuss their journey into podcasting, the exciting developments in NativePHP, and their current projects and future ventures. They share insights on the Laravel community, the challenges of software development, and the importance of collaboration.

They explore the intricacies of prediction markets and the algorithms involved, discuss the implications of licensing issues for open-source projects, and analyze the recent disputes within the WordPress community, particularly focusing on WP Engine and its relationship with WordPress.

And they wrap up with thoughts on the evolution of development tools and the potential for new solutions in the market.

Chapters

00:00 Podcast Launch and Equipment Talk
00:47 Shane's Background and Current Projects
05:22 Simon’s Contributions to Laravel
10:03 Native PHP and Its Development
17:07 Comparing Electron and Tauri for Native Apps
21:25 Wrap-Up and Future Plans
29:48 Dusty Hats and Personal Projects
32:34 Innovative Ideas and Side Projects
35:56 The Laravel Ecosystem and New Ventures
41:14 Prediction Markets and Betting Platforms
53:49 The WordPress Controversy
01:10:35 The Future of Open Source and CMS