| • 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 |