Best Kent C Dodds Podcasts (2025)

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20 years of hacking Postgres with Heikki Linnakangas (cofounder of Neon) 2:00:11

3d ago2:00:11

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In this episode of Database School, I talk with Heikki Linnakangas, co-founder of Neon and longtime PostgreSQL hacker, to talk about 20+ years in the Postgres community, the architecture behind Neon, and the future of multi-threaded Postgres. From paternity leave patches to branching production databases, we cover a lot of ground in this deep-dive …

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Building and Maintaining a Software Blog 4:45

8d ago4:45

4:45

What does it take to start a blog about software - and actually keep it going? Blog Recorder Building and Maintaining a Software BlogBy Kent C. Dodds

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Securing Routes in React Router Framework 3:30

10d ago3:30

3:30

I’m transitioning from SPAs with REST APIs to SSR applications using React Router Framework. While I’ve used layout routes and tools like SWR/React Query for route protection in React Router DOM, I just found out that actions in React Router Framework are still vulnerable to unauthorized POST requests. I use JWT auth with tokens stored in cookies—d…

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Building a serverless database replica with Carl Sverre 1:28:59

21d ago1:28:59

1:28:59

Want to learn more SQLite? Check out my SQLite course: https://highperformancesqlite.com In this episode, Carl Sverre and I discuss why syncing everything is a bad idea and how his new project, Graft, makes edge-native, partially replicated databases possible. We dig into SQLite, object storage, transactional guarantees, and why Graft might be the …

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Adding Auth to MCPs 4:29

23d ago4:29

4:29

How could a user authenticate themselves to access certain information that isn't public. Referring to Epicstack's MCP example. MCP Spec on Authorization Cloudflare Blog Post on MCPs Adding Auth to MCPsBy Kent C. Dodds

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Running audio in background while still offline 2:41

2M ago2:41

2:41

In a web application what are the ways one can use custom audio file for notification on user devices while the user is offline. Running audio in background while still offlineBy Kent C. Dodds

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Wrapping up Season 6 of Chats with Kent 1:34

2M ago1:34

1:34

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 t…

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Of Things Epic: The Principles Behind Great Decisions with Kent C. Dodds 13:14

2M ago13:14

13:14

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…

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Epic Image Optimization with Andre Landgraf 12:50

2M ago12:50

12:50

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 deepe…

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Portraits of an Artist 54:29

2M ago54:29

54:29

This is a special episode featuring an interview with Shirley Wu from a brand-new podcast series, Portraits of an Artist. In this new series, Ryan Burgess explores the creative journeys of artists—diving deep into their process, inspirations, and the stories behind their work. In this conversation, Shirley shares her transition from software engine…

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What do you think about mutation testing applied to components? 6:23

3M ago6:23

6:23

I’d love to hear your thoughts on mutation testing when applied to components. In my experience, it doesn’t seem to make much sense because it often reports that tests still pass after altering aspects that aren’t relevant to the component’s behavior. To me, this type of testing seems more suited for pure unit tests. What’s your perspective on this…

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Postgres on bare metal with the CEO of Prisma 1:24:03

3M ago1:24:03

1:24:03

Prisma started as a GraphQL backend and pivoted into one of the most widely used ORMs in the world. Now, they’ve launched Prisma Postgres, and CEO Søren Bramer Schmidt is here to break down the journey, the challenges, and the massive technical innovations behind it—including bare-metal servers, Firecracker microVMs, and unikernels. If you care abo…

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Building, Learning, and Networking with Jason Lengstorf at Epic Web Conf 18:02

3M ago18:02

18:02

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 ju…

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Remix, React, and the Web Platform with Ryan Florence 22:58

3M ago22:58

22:58

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-…

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JavaScript: The Origin Story with Annie Sexton 9:14

3M ago9:14

9:14

Annie Sexton joins Kent to talk about her upcoming talk at Epic Web Conf, JavaScript: The Origin Story. In this discussion, she shares her love for history and why documenting the evolution of programming languages is so important. They dive into: The rushed creation of JavaScript and how it shaped the language. Competing languages of the era and h…

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Epic Federation: Scaling Web Infrastructure with Zackary Jackson 16:11

3M ago16:11

16:11

Zackary Jackson joins Kent to discuss his upcoming talk at Epic Web Conf, Epic Federation: Scaling Web Infrastructure. As an expert in large-scale web architecture, Zack has helped build critical tools like Module Federation and RSPack, both of which power ByteDance’s global infrastructure. In this conversation, Kent and Zack cover: The challenges …

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Epic Bets: Practical Tips for Betting on Yourself with Aaron Francis 10:38

3M ago10:38

10:38

Aaron Francis joins Kent to discuss his talk at Epic Web Conf, Epic Bets: Practical Tips for Betting on Yourself. In this conversation, Aaron reflects on his non-traditional path into tech, his experience being laid off, and how he prepared himself to be resilient in the face of career uncertainty. He shares insights on why developers should focus …

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Shipping Reusable Full-Stack Components with Fran Zekan 14:50

3M ago14:50

14:50

Fran Zekan, an engineer from Croatia with experience in hardware, robotics, and web development, joins Kent to discuss his talk, Shipping Reusable Full-Stack Components. Fran explains how React Server Components (RSCs) allow developers to build truly self-contained, reusable full-stack features—something that has long been a staple in the Rails eco…

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Learning-Driven Development with Josh Cirre 16:52

3M ago16:52

16:52

Josh Cirre, a developer advocate and content creator, joins Kent to discuss his talk at Epic Web Conf: "Learning-Driven Development." Josh shares his philosophy on learning by doing—where the best way to master new technologies is by applying them to real-world projects rather than passively consuming tutorials. Josh and Kent discuss: The importanc…

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Demystifying AI: Building an AI Assistant for Better Presentations with Kira Corbett 10:36

3M ago10:36

10:36

In this episode, Kent is joined by Kira Corbett, an AI-focused developer educator with deep experience in robotics, simulation, and human-computer interaction. Kira discusses her background in building real-world systems and how her transition to web development has shaped her approach to optimizing user experiences. Her talk at Epic WebConf, "Buil…

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Building Connections and Community at Epic WebConf with Taylor Desseyn 11:51

3M ago11:51

11:51

Taylor Desseyn, VP of Global Development at Torque.dev and host of the Guidance Counselor 2.0 podcast, joins Kent to discuss his role as an emcee at Epic WebConf and the importance of networking in tech. Taylor shares insights on how developers can maximize their time at conferences, from preparing in advance to actively building meaningful connect…

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Full-Stack Signals in Solid, AI Development, and the Future of Web Frameworks 45:12

3M ago45:12

45:12

In this episode of What's Good, Joel Hooks sits down with Dev Agrawal, a member of the SolidJS core team, to discuss the evolving landscape of web development, AI-assisted coding, and modern framework architecture. Episode Highlights SolidJS and Modern Framework Architecture Detailed comparison between SolidJS and React, highlighting key advantages…

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Beyond Code Assist: Driving Impact as a Next-Gen Developer with Mark Techson 10:01

3M ago10:01

10:01

Mark Techson, a developer advocate at Google working on Angular, joins Kent to discuss the intersection of AI and developer productivity. His Epic WebConf talk, "Beyond Code Assist: Driving Impact as a Next-Gen Developer," explores how developers can go beyond using AI for simple code assistance and instead integrate AI into their workflows to acco…

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Building Accessible Web Apps with Shruti Kapoor 10:54

3M ago10:54

10:54

Shruti Kapoor, a frontend engineer at Slack and an Epic Web instructor, joins Kent to dive into the intricacies of accessibility in web development. With over a decade of experience, Shruti has dedicated herself to educating developers on building accessible and inclusive applications. Her Epic WebConf talk, "Building Accessible Web Apps," will foc…

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Building Bulletproof Design Systems with Eva Ferreira 10:11

3M ago10:11

10:11

Eva Ferreira, a frontend engineer, educator, and design systems expert, shares insights into what makes or breaks a design system. As a tech lead at Mable and a long-time web development instructor, Eva brings years of experience building UI components, optimizing accessibility, and implementing robust frontend architectures. Her talk at Epic WebCo…

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Building AI-Powered Presentations with Eve Porcello 11:47

3M ago11:47

11:47

Eve Porcello, an experienced educator and speaker, shares her insights on AI-powered presentation tools and communication skills for developers. With years of experience teaching JavaScript, React, and GraphQL, Eve now focuses on how AI can assist in learning, teaching, and public speaking. Her Epic WebConf talk, co-presented with Kira Corbett, exp…

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Demystifying Type Inference with Jared Forsyth 9:57

3M ago9:57

9:57

Jared Forsyth, a front-end infrastructure engineer at Khan Academy, shares insights into type inference and programming language design. With nearly a decade of experience working with React and React Native, Jared has a deep appreciation for tooling and developer experience. His Epic WebConf talk, "Hindley and Milner Walk Into a Bar," will break d…

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Learn Out Loud in 2025 with Madison Kanna 11:51

3M ago11:51

11:51

Madison Kanna, a full-stack developer and community builder, shares her insights on the importance of learning out loud and building an authentic personal brand. In her Epic WebConf talk, “Why You Should Learn Out Loud in 2025,” Madison emphasizes the growing need to differentiate yourself in an AI-driven world by sharing your work and building gen…

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Networking Through Twitch with Leah Thompson 11:57

3M ago11:57

11:57

Leah Thompson, known online as LeahTCodes, shares her experience as a career switcher and how live streaming on Twitch became a vital part of her career journey. Leah explains how streaming not only helped her connect with others in tech but also directly led to job opportunities. Her talk at Epic WebConf will explore the unique value of Twitch for…

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Reclaiming Authentication with OpenAuth by Dax Raad 12:34

3M ago12:34

12:34

Dax Raad, known for his work on SST and the creator of OpenAuth, shares his passion for improving the developer experience with authentication and infrastructure. OpenAuth offers developers an alternative to AWS Cognito, enabling self-owned, spec-compliant OAuth systems that are easy to deploy and maintain. In this episode, Dax talks about: The pro…

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What React 19 Means for React Router with Brooks Lybrand 14:28

3M ago14:28

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Brooks Lybrand, Developer Relations Manager for Remix at Shopify, joins Kent to explore the impact of React 19 on React Router and modern web development. In his talk "What React 19 Means for React Router," Brooks will highlight React 19's integration with server components, web component support, and simplified APIs for meta tags, links, and more.…

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Exploring the Weird Web with Alex Anderson 11:33

4M ago11:33

11:33

Alex Anderson, a local Salt Lake City developer and creator of the spaceship simulation game Thorium Nova, shares his passion for pushing the limits of web technologies. Alex previews his Epic WebConf talk, "The Weird Web," which showcases creative uses of web APIs such as the GamePad API, Web Serial API, and Web Audio API. These tools allow develo…

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AI-Powered Development and Solopreneurship with Devon Neill 13:53

4M ago13:53

13:53

Devon Neill, a software developer and solopreneur from Cape Town, South Africa, shares his experience navigating solopreneurship, including learning the ropes of marketing, user engagement, and copywriting. Devon highlights the importance of streamlining development workflows with AI tools and introduces his Epic WebConf talk. His talk explores div…

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Building Your Own AI Minions with Joel Hooks 10:25

4M ago10:25

10:25

Joel Hooks, a seasoned software developer and co-organizer of Epic WebConf, delves into his experience building personalized AI workflows. Joel introduces his talk on constructing a “hoard of AI minions” to enhance productivity and automation, using his app JoelFit.app as a case study. The app integrates AI routers and workflows for managing health…

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Creativity, Conferences, and Connection with Bree Hall 8:47

4M ago8:47

8:47

Bree Hall, a frontend software engineer and developer advocate at HubSpot, emphasizes the role of creativity in coding and professional growth. Bree discusses how personal projects like CSS art, including her recreation of a Nintendo Switch, help her stay inspired and improve her technical skills. She and Kent reflect on the unique value of in-pers…

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Introducing Season 6 of Chats with Kent 1:21

4M ago1:21

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Kent introduces a new season of the "Chats with Kent" podcast, which will feature 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 …

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When is a Promise not good enough, and I need a Web Worker? 5:40

4M ago5:40

5:40

I just finished Expensive Calculations in React Performance. Why do we need a Web Worker instead of just wrapping the long-running function in a Promise that resolves when the function completes? Expensive Calculations - Epic React Performance Workshop When is a Promise not good enough, and I need a Web Worker?…

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How Useful is LiteFS in 2025? 10:11

4M ago10:11

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In 2022 you migrated a blog from postgres to LiteFS. Is that generally recommended in 2025? How Useful is LiteFS in 2025?By Kent C. Dodds

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What are your thoughts about Qwik and hydration? 7:20

4M ago7:20

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What do you think about resumability and Qwik? About 9 months ago, there was talk about Wiz and Angular working more closely together (Wiz was the tool that inspired Qwik). But Angular only committed to working on partial hydration support, not the full resumability like Qwik. So do you think React developers should care about this? If so, should t…

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Dependent driven motivation and embracing AI 7:43

4M ago7:43

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I would like to know how you get motivated knowing that you have dependents and stay strong in the event of layoff.How do you handle the fear of AI taking over job? My original post Jyoti's response P.S. I didn't really mention much about AI so feel free to ask a follow-up on this for a more specific answer, but I would say that AI is just an impor…

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Does the testing trophy need updating for 2025? 10:17

5M ago10:17

10:17

In 2024, we live in a world where the defacto for creating React applications is SSR (e.g. Remix, react router v7, Next, TanStack). Coupled with the rise in performance, reliability and reduction of cost in running e2e tests by playwright and now vitest's Browser Mode, is it time to consider reworking the Testing Trophy to make e2e tests the larges…

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Balancing Conventions and Flexibility in Large Codebases 6:54

5M ago6:54

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I’m curious about your thoughts on balancing conventions in large codebases. For context, I’m working in a project with ~20 developers across four separate teams. Where do you think we should draw the line between enforcing conventions for consistency and leaving room for flexibility in individual contributions? EpicWeb config Balancing Conventions…

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I'm a React dev... What now? 5:26

5M ago5:26

5:26

I build UI and UX for a company using React. What should I do next? How do I get to the senior level? Stop Being a Junior Go down to level up EpicReact.dev Build React Hooks I'm a React dev... What now?By Kent C. Dodds

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Moving from Redis to SQLite with Mike Buckbee 1:09:14

5M ago1:09:14

1:09:14

Want to learn more SQLite? Check out my SQLite course: https://highperformancesqlite.com In this episode, I sit down with Mike Buckbee to dive into the nitty-gritty of web application firewalls and his journey from using Redis to SQLite in Wafris. We talk about database architecture, operational challenges, and the fascinating ways SQLite improves …

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Beyond the Bingo Card: Leadership Lessons with Karen Catlin 52:08

6M ago52:08

52:08

In this episode of Front End Happy Hour, we’re joined by Karen to dive into an essential conversation about allyship and inclusion in the tech industry. We discuss what it means to actively support underrepresented groups, the challenges of fostering genuine inclusivity, and practical ways to make an impact as allies. From actionable advice to thou…

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Revisiting Server-Driven UI: Scalable Approaches in Large Companies 57:35

7M ago57:35

57:35

In this episode of Front End Happy Hour, we explore the benefits and challenges of Server-Driven UI, especially in the context of large-scale applications. Join us as we discuss how this approach impacts front-end development, enhances flexibility, and scales effectively within big companies. Whether you’re curious about its implementation or looki…

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Bootstrapping an email service provider (with Jesse Hanley) 1:21:59

7M ago1:21:59

1:21:59

Want to learn more Postgres? Check out my Postgres course: https://masteringpostgres.com. In this interview, I talk with Jesse Hanley, founder of Bento, about running a lean email service from Japan. We chat about the challenges of scaling infrastructure, managing databases, and maintaining a calm business while serving a global customer base. Link…

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Recruiting to Global Leadership: Taylor Desseyn Interview 57:16

7M ago57:16

57:16

In this episode of Front End Happy Hour’s Sips of Wisdom, Ryan Burgess sits down with Taylor Desseyn, a long-time recruiter turned leader, to discuss his exciting new leadership role and his approach to building global communities. Taylor shares insights from his 13+ years of experience recruiting engineers and how he’s transitioned into a role foc…

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