Best Api Documentation Podcasts (2025)

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Documentation as a Creative Endeavor with Nick Graziade 50:17

1h ago50:17

50:17

In this episode, I'm talking with Nick Graziade, a technical writer and musician who approaches documentation as a creative endeavor. We explore how his early fascination with Lego instructions and synthesizer manuals shaped his philosophy that technical writing doesn't have to be dry or boring, but can be passionate and innovative work that adapts…

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394: Taylor Otwell — The (Quite Entrepreneurial) Creator of Laravel 41:55

21h ago41:55

41:55

Taylor Otwell (@taylorotwell) didn't just create the popular open-source framework Laravel. He turned it into a highly profitable business that helps developers build profitable businesses themselves. Few other open-source devs have such a clear understanding of market needs AND developer requirements. Taylor shares his approach to monetizing freel…

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The $2B Nvidia Backed AI Video Platform 1:11:11

2h ago1:11:11

1:11:11

In this episode of AI Native Dev, Guy Podjarny is joined by Victor Riparbelli, Co-founder and CEO of Synthesia, who is leading the charge towards AI driven video that lets anyone become a video creation pro with no prior field experience. On the docket: • how Synthesia enables full video editability even after generation • Victor’s vision for fully…

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Noah Gentile | Content at Kim-scale 22:40

2h ago22:40

22:40

When pressing publish means doing a few million dollars in sales, you’d better ensure the engineering and content teams are in step. Today’s guest, Noah Gentile, has seen how massive author teams interact with content operations engineers to build workflows where collaboration is necessary and failure is not an option. Noah on LinkedIn https://www.…

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393: AI is a Threat to SaaS Multiples 23:57

6d ago23:57

23:57

Software-as-a-service business acquisitions are in trouble. What is responsible for a downward trend in multiples and acquisition dollar amounts? It has a lot to do with AI, but it may not be what you think. I recently recorded an in-depth session for Rob Walling's SaaS Launchpad. This module is called AI in SaaS, and I share over a dozen pitfall…

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API Productization and Governance - Discussion with Michaela Halliwell 46:31

1h ago46:31

46:31

In this episode, our guest is Michaela Halliwell, Senior Platform Product Manager at HCSS, a key player in the heavy civil construction industry. The discussion emphasizes applying a product management approach to APIs, focusing on solving customer problems and making them consumable. She also discusses the importance of governance starting from da…

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What Makes Conversational AI Trustworthy? - Discussion with Ronald Ashri 1:15:28

5h ago1:15:28

1:15:28

In this episode, Kristof speaks with Ronald Ashri, co-founder of OpenDialog, to unpack the realities behind the AI hype. Drawing from his background in multi-agent systems and his journey through academia, startups, and the semantic web, Ronald shares why truly resilient AI isn't about building one model to rule them all—it’s about constraining pow…

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Why the Top 1% of Devs Love IntelliJ | Anton Arhipov 36:59

7d ago36:59

36:59

From early IntelliJ user to JetBrains advocate, Anton Arhipov continues his conversation with Simon Maple and Baptiste Fernandez on AI Native Dev, tracing his journey through tools, trends, and the changing face of developer experience. On the docket: • how IntelliJ responds to new tools in the market • understanding the pros and cons of tab-driven…

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392: Building AI Businesses Without Breaking the Internet 22:48

13d ago22:48

22:48

Ever heard of model collapse? It occurs when AI models are trained on the outputs of previous AI models. And it's not pretty. I recently recorded an in-depth session for Rob Walling's SaaS Launchpad. This module is called AI in SaaS, and I share over a dozen pitfalls, unobvious risks, and hard-earned insights from my own AI SaaS building journey.…

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Kate sounds off on Write the Docs 26:51

5d ago26:51

26:51

In this solo episode, Kate shares an update on her content update progress. She also reflects on Sue Brandt’s interview (S3:E10) and on the Write the Docs Portland 2025 conference. I’ve continued my work to update the KnowledgeOwl Support Knowledge Base to align with major navigation and UI changes that were rolled out in December. I updated an add…

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How This Broadcom Dev Uses Spring to Power AI Workflows | Josh Long 44:01

14d ago44:01

44:01

What happens when the OG Spring Dev, Josh Long, teams up with Simon Maple on AI Native Dev? You get a front row seat to them building a Spring powered app that showcases the future of AI integration. While building the app, they discuss: why developers are adopting Spring AI how Spring is becoming the go-to for AI engineering why companies route us…

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Espen Hovlandsdal | Building everyone's CMS 18:24

11d ago18:24

18:24

There is an irony to Sanity telling you not to build your own CMS ... because that's exactly how Sanity was founded. Engineers like Espen were there at the start, but we didn't just build our own CMS—we built your CMS. We're still building it, and everything beyond CMS too.By Simeon Griggs

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391: AI is Flipping Our Relationship with Technology 25:32

20d ago25:32

25:32

Second brains were all the rage a year ago. Now, it feels like we're not just externalizing our thoughts; we're training a much bigger, much less personal brain. A first brain. THE brain. Is this a good thing? Are we truly the beneficiaries here? The blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/ai-is-flipping-our-relationship-with-technology/ The …

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One CEO’s Plan to Rebuild How We Deploy AI | Ron Eforni & Flox 1:03:30

14d ago1:03:30

1:03:30

In this episode, our founder and CEO, Guy Podjarny speaks with Ron Efroni, CEO of Flox and President of the NixOS Foundation, about advancing AI from experimental phases to robust, production-ready environments. Flox optimizes reproducible environments, Nix provides the foundation, and Ron Efroni is uniting them to scale enterprise development. On …

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Notes and discussion for Suleyman's <i>The Coming Wave: AI, Power, and Our Future</i> + AI Book Club recording and transcript 59:33

20d ago59:33

59:33

This post describes the key arguments and themes in The Coming Wave: AI, Power, and Our Future, by Mustafa Suleyman, for the AI Book Club: A Human in the Loop. This post not only breaks down the logic but also jumps off into some themes (beyond the book) that might be more tech-writer relevant, such as potential future job titles, areas of focus fo…

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Mark Techson | Power of positive content 39:23

19d ago39:23

39:23

Positive content can have a powerful impact. Mark Techson's journey to Google, to speaker, to game show host is living proof. Even in our currently unsettling times (aka the "Age of AI") there's still plenty of reason to stay enthusiastic about what we can do and what we can create. Mark on X https://x.com/marktechson How to Increase Your Luck Surf…

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390: When to Choose Local LLMs vs APIs 16:39

27d ago16:39

16:39

When I started Podscan, I wanted to go full local AI. Self-hosted, self-managed, self-serving. But that tune has changed. Here's what to think about when contemplating a local AI strategy. The blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/when-to-choose-local-llms-vs-apis-a-founders-real-world-guide/ The podcast episode: https://tbf.fm/episodes/390…

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How to get hired as a tech writer with Sue Brandt 41:25

22d ago41:25

41:25

In this episode, I’m talking with Sue Brandt, a former Director of Documentation who’d hired around 60 people when we recorded the episode. We discuss practical strategies for technical writing job applications, what hiring managers are really looking for in resumes and interviews, and how to stand out in today’s competitive job market. Sue and I d…

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Vibe Coding SimCity II: Injecting Chaos with Natural Disasters and AI Tools 1:00:42

20d ago1:00:42

1:00:42

Simon Maple and Joe Holdcroft swap their AI-generated apps and put Cursor and Windsurf to the test by adding natural disasters like earthquakes and lightning strikes. Discover how AI coding tools handle randomness, spreading effects, animation, and bugs—plus the devs’ thoughts on debugging AI-generated code. Subscribe for deep dives into modern dev…

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Knut Melvær | Markdown's biggest hater 33:19

25d ago33:19

33:19

Developers love writing Markdown, everyone else? Not so much. There's an opportunity cost to storing rich text and block content as a string. It ties content to presentation in a way that's unpleasant to write and brittle to render. Knut joins the podcast to discuss when and where Markdown is acceptable and what makes Portable Text the preferred al…

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389: The Founder's First Hire: When to Let Go of Your Weaknesses 14:06

1M ago14:06

14:06

It's time. Solopreneurship works for a while, but it can't last forever. Not for me, not for Podscan. We need help. The blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/the-founders-first-hire-when-to-let-go-of-your-weaknesses/ The podcast episode: https://tbf.fm/episodes/389-the-founders-first-hire-when-to-let-go-of-your-weaknesses Check out Podscan,…

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Vibe Coding SimCity: Prototyping Tiny Towns with AI Dev Tools 44:00

28d ago44:00

44:00

In this hands-on episode of AI Native Dev, Simon Maple and Joe Holdcroft go head-to-head in a “vibe coding relay” challenge—building a tiny town simulator from scratch using AI-powered dev tools BASE44 and Bolt.new. With only 10 minutes, vague prompts, and no prep, they put these rapid-prototyping tools to the test. Simon leans into SimCity nostalg…

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Michelle Bakels | How React Miami took over the internet 41:15

1M ago41:15

41:15

React Miami co-founder/organizer Michelle Bakels joins the podcast to discuss creating the leading React conference brand, toning down the Miami-ness, and projecting what matters to you through your events. All episodes https://www.sanity.io/code-and-content Michelle Bakels on X https://x.com/MichelleBakels “Tech broke my heart” by Michelle Bakels …

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388: The Job To Be Done: Understanding Customer Value Communication 11:44

1M ago11:44

11:44

PMF is MIA without JTBD. Make sense? :D The "job to be done" sits at the core of my customer's use of my product. I need to understand it to understand them. To fathom their needs. This week, I'll share how I approach that — and why it's taken me years to get here. The blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/the-job-to-be-done-understanding-c…

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Kate sounds off on knowledge sharing and docs stewardship 16:18

1M ago16:18

16:18

In this solo episode, Kate shares an update on her content update progress. She also reflects on Marcia Riefer Johnston’s interview (S3:E8) and on the idea of docs stewardship as opposed to docs ownership. I’ve continued my work to update the KnowledgeOwl Support Knowledge Base to align with major navigation and UI changes that were rolled out in D…

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Exploring LLM Observability with Traceloop's Gal Kleinman 40:26

1M ago40:26

40:26

In this episode, Simon Maple converses with Gal Kleinman, co-founder of Traceloop, to delve into the realm of LLM observability. Kleinman shares his expertise on constructing evaluation suites and overcoming the challenges associated with LLM applications. Learn about innovative solutions like Open LLMetry and gain insights into best practices for …

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Aaron Francis | Developing your personal API 51:28

1M ago51:28

51:28

Aaron Francis, founder of Try Hard Studios joins the Code && Content podcast to discuss the contrast between internal and independent content production, being your authentic self without projecting your whole self, and the role of human education in the age of all-knowing AI. Sign up for Sanity’s Spring Release https://www.sanity.io/spring-release…

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387: Your API Documentation is Not For Developers Anymore 11:05

2M ago11:05

11:05

API docs used to be by and for developers. Now, non-technical people use AI tools to build integrations into our SaaS products. We need to rethink how we communicate with them (and the AI agents that write their code). The blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/your-api-documentation-is-not-for-developers-anymore/ The podcast episode: https:…

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From Builder to Orchestrator—Confronting the Software Engineer’s Identity Crisis 54:37

1M ago54:37

54:37

In this episode, host Simon Maple engages in a compelling discussion with Annie Vella, a skilled software engineer and manager, about the integration of AI into software development. Annie shares her insights on how AI tools are reshaping coding practices, the challenges engineers face in transitioning to management roles, and the skills required t…

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Patterns in Documentation - Conversation with Daniel Beck 51:49

1M ago51:49

51:49

In our conversation with Daniel Beck, we discuss creating documentation project archetypes to aid open source and enterprise projects in structuring their documentation efforts. The episode also delves into the evolving role of technical writers in the age of AI and the increasing importance of documentation for API usability. Further resources:Pat…

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18: Platform Engineering and Reducing Operational Overhead with Nuwan Dias, WSO2 36:43

2M ago36:43

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18: Platform Engineering and Reducing Operational Overhead with Nuwan Dias, WSO2 by Moesif API ObservabilityBy Moesif API Observability

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386: One Year of Podscan: Reflecting on Tech & Business Decisions 24:23

2M ago24:23

24:23

This week, I'm sharing behind-the-scenes choices that allowed Podscan's growth from a small experiment to a thriving business. I'll delve into the choices I've made and how some have worked better than others. I'll explore the key decisions that have driven our success, such as selecting the right tools and technology, and utilizing AI to enhance t…

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The craft of technical writing with Marcia Riefer Johnston 52:31

2M ago52:31

52:31

In this episode, I’m talking with Marcia Riefer Johnston, a technical writer who’s worked in our industry for 40 years. We talk about how the profession has evolved since she first started in it, the grammar patterns that have helped her tighten up her writing, and how “creative” writing and “technical” writing are just different expressions of the…

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Is Code Dead & The $1B Solo Startup Myth - 5 AI Realities with Tessl's Guy Podjarny 29:03

2M ago29:03

29:03

In this episode, Guy Podjarny sits down with Tom Hulme to discuss the transformative shift from a code-centric to a spec-centric approach in software development. They explore the advantages of cloud-native practices, the evolving tool ecosystem, and the future role of AI and LLMs. Gain expert insights into the trends that are shaping the future of…

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Notes and discussion for Jonathan Warner's <i>More Than Words: How to Think About Writing in the Age of AI</i> + AI Book Club recording 59:40

2M ago59:40

59:40

This post has notes and questions for discussion for More Than Words: How to Think About Writing in the Age of AI, published in February 2025 by Jonathan Warner. Warner's book, which explores what we lose when we outsource writing to AI, is the first book in the AI Book Club: A Human in the Loop.By Tom Johnson

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385: The Balancing Act: Free Trials, Value Demonstration, and Business Sustainability 15:33

2M ago15:33

15:33

Just how much of your service should a trial user be allowed to "try"? When it costs you real money to supply your product, when and how do you apply limits so that people have to upgrade? That's my challenge this week, and I'll share a concrete example from my journey with Podscan. The blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/the-balancing-ac…

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AI's Transformative Impact on Development with Alex Komorske 31:25

2M ago31:25

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In this episode, Alex Komoroske delves into the transformative role of AI in the tech industry. As an expert in web platform development, Alex discusses AI's potential to redefine technology and creativity. Gain insights into how AI serves as a disruptive innovation and explore its implications for developers. Subscribe to the AI Native Developer p…

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17: Aligning API Design to Business Outcomes with James Higginbotham, LaunchAny 46:44

2M ago46:44

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17: Aligning API Design to Business Outcomes with James Higginbotham, LaunchAny by Moesif API ObservabilityBy Moesif API Observability

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Evelina Wahlström | From engineer to content creator 24:20

2M ago24:20

24:20

One of Sanity's newest faces, Evelina, joins the Code && Content Podcast to discuss making the change from engineer to company mascot, oversharing, self-promotion, incremental improvement and opting out of imposter syndrome. Full episodes: https://www.sanity.io/code-and-content Follow Evelina on X https://x.com/whalestream18…

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384: Podscan's Profitability Milestone: What's Next? 21:21

2M ago21:21

21:21

Podscan is profitable. Wild. A great success, a year after starting the business, and a fun opportunity to look at the options that lay before me. What will be my next milestone? What's the ultimate goal here? Well, you'll hear all about it today. The blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/podscans-profitability-milestone-whats-next/ The pod…

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Kate sounds off on mice and iterating 17:28

2M ago17:28

17:28

In this solo episode, Kate shares an update on her content update progress, muses about the similarities between mice infestations and docs projects, and reflects more on Kenzie Woodbridge’s interview (S3:E6) and how we choose what we work on. Since Episode 5, I’ve continued my work to update the KnowledgeOwl Support Knowledge Base to align with ma…

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16. API-First Strategy for Banking Platforms with Dave Biesack - Apiture 40:14

2M ago40:14

40:14

In this episode, Derric Gilling sits down with David Biesack, Chief API Officer at Apiture, to discuss building an API-first, customer-centric digital banking platform from the ground up. David shares the origin story of Apiture, a joint venture born from a vision of open banking, and how his team embedded API design and governance into every layer…

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Datadog CEO Olivier Pomel on AI Security, Trust, and the Future of Observability 59:59

2M ago59:59

59:59

Join Guy Podjarny as he hosts Olivier Pomel, CEO of Datadog, in a compelling discussion on the evolution of observability and AI's role in modern technology. Olivier offers his expertise on AI-powered applications, the security challenges they face, and the future of AI interactions. This episode provides crucial insights for tech professionals and…

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Jason Lengstorf | Pushing all the envelopes with ambitious content 46:39

3M ago46:39

46:39

Jason Lengsorf, founder of CodeTV joins the Code && Content podcast to talk incremental improvement, avoiding the algorithm trap and not waiting for permission. Blog post: https://www.sanity.io/blog/pushing-all-the-envelopes-with-ambitious-content CodeTV: https://codetv.dev/ Sanity's episode of Web Dev Challenge: https://www.sanity.io/lwj "The Gap"…

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383: Repositioning Podscan: From Monitoring to Data Platform 18:45

3M ago18:45

18:45

Last week, in my hotel room just after MicroConf, I got excited about repositioning. I have had some time to think about the steps forward since then, and here's what I've come up with. This week, I dive into what I have already done, what needs to be done next, and where this is going. The blog post: https://tbf.fm/episodes/383-repositioning-podsc…

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Intent-Driven Development: Insights from Patrick Debois 45:11

2M ago45:11

45:11

In this episode of the Tessl podcast, hosts Patrick Debois and Simon Maple explore the transformative landscape of software development practices. Join them as they discuss emerging patterns that are reshaping the industry. Patrick, a DevOps pioneer, shares valuable insights on aligning development work with business intents, while Simon brings his…

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The Future of Content Management - Discussion with Jeff Eaton (Part 2) 57:57

2M ago57:57

57:57

In the second part of this thought-provoking exploration, the discussion turns towards dissecting the capabilities and limitations of AI, particularly Large Language Models. The episode highlights comparisons between human and artificial intelligence, as well as LLMs functioning as sophisticated indexing or caching mechanisms for information.…

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Pattern languages and semantic caching - Discussion with Jeff Eaton (Part 1) 1:40:40

2M ago1:40:40

1:40:40

How do constraints increase opportunities by introducing boundaries? What challenges do Content Management Systems face in the age of AI? In this episode, Jeff Eaton (Partner at Autogram) discusses the complexities of building and managing digital systems, drawing on a wide range of theoretical frameworks to understand underlying patterns. The epis…

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Simen Svale | Self-hosting is only free if your time is worth nothing 22:22

3M ago22:22

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Simen Svale, Co-founder and CTO of Sanity joins the Code && Content podcast to talk about your new favorite database, The Content Lake, why we chose to build it and why you can't BYODB.By Simeon Griggs

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382: I went to MicroConf in New Orleans 16:13

3M ago16:13

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And I have a few things to say. In one of my rare directly-from-the-hotel-room-to-you episodes, I'll dive right into the many wonderful experiences of this uniquely amazing conference, and I'll share my biggest learnings with you right here. The blog post: https://thebootstrappedfounder.com/i-went-to-microconf-in-new-orleans/ The podcast episode: h…

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