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36c82ca | 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 | • Jerod's primary text editor is vim, but he also uses TextMate, Sublime Text, and Zed for graphical user interface • Jerod uses Zed because it's fast and light, similar to Sublime Text, but has a more extensive feature set • The plugin story for Zed is still fledgling compared to other editors like VS Code or Vim • Jerod uses LLM-based coding tools inside of Zed, including the newly launched Zed AI • Jerod frequently uses the Terminal and has used Tmux in the past but no longer configures it extensively • The conversation begins with a discussion about Terminal apps and customization, including the use of Tmux and configurator tools. • The speakers discuss their experience with Tmux and how they have learned to rely on built-in functionality rather than constantly seeking out new tools. • They touch on the concept of "good enough" in tool selection and how it's easier to stick with what you know rather than continually upgrading or trying new things. • AI-assisted coding tools, such as Claude and Sonnet, are mentioned as a forcing function for learning and adapting to new technologies. • The conversation shifts to dev frameworks and coding languages, with the speakers discussing their go-to choices for specific tasks, including quick scripts and product development. • Elixir is mentioned as the primary language used in the Changelog.com project, while Bash and Ruby are preferred for one-off scripts and text manipulation. • Atuin terminal tool for improving shell history • Ease of use and customization of coding environment • Discussion of various Ruby scripts and tools • Installation and setup of Atuin as a replacement for traditional shell history commands • Comparison to other tools such as FZF and Tmux • Overview of podcasting software and tools used by Jerod Santo, including Riverside and Adobe Audition • Custom-built web app for publishing and managing podcasts • Developer challenge of rewriting the platform frequently • Current tech stack and caching strategies • Consideration of switching to JAMstack approach • Future features and functionality, including language model-focused search and membership program integration • Custom feeds for members and sidestepping Supercast issues • Business perspective on building vs. buying tools and services • Running a business, including tools used for payroll, invoicing, collaboration, and communications • Using FreshBooks for invoicing and Gusto for payroll • Discussion of other business tools such as Dropbox, Slack, Zulip, and Google Suite • Overview of operational needs for small businesses, including communication, billing, and service delivery • CRM tool evaluation and difficulties in finding a suitable one • Ease of starting a small business with internet-based tools and services • Podcasting apps and tools discussed, including Overcast and Pocket Casts • Indie apps and their innovation in open podcasting • Comparison of podcast listening platforms (Spotify vs Apple Podcasts) • Chapter links and attachments in podcast apps • Sales pitch for indie app developers • JavaScript libraries and frameworks used by Jerod Santo on Changelog.com • Use of frontend frameworks and JavaScript on web development projects • Discussion on minimal use of JavaScript on websites for performance reasons • The limitations of using Spotify for podcasting and the potential need for an alternative. • Jerod Santo's experience with ChatGPT, including its image generation feature and issues with spelling accuracy. • The use of open-source alternatives such as Olama and Enchanted for interacting with LLMs. • Cursor as a more comprehensive tool for working with AI, including its custom diffing model and ability to apply changes correctly. • Jerod Santo's experience with Cursor, including its ability to rewrite problematic code. • Kevin Ball's experience with Cursor, including issues with slow performance and the interaction of undo functionality with AI completes. • Discussing the efficiency and productivity boost of tools like Cursor in software development • Comparison of using Cursor to working with a junior developer • Challenges and limitations of scaling issues with Cursor and similar tools • Potential future implications of increased coding productivity, including new business opportunities • Reflections on the history of software development breakthroughs and their impact on industry |