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The Weekly Dev's Brew

Jan-Niklas Wortmann | Web Development Enthusiast & Podcast Host

17 episodes

1 month ago

Micro-frontends promise to help teams scale development, but AWS Principal Architect Luca Mezzalira has seen some succeed and some just fall apart. In this conversation, he shares what he's learned from years of implementation work at companies like DAZN and through consulting with Fortune 500 organizations. Luca explains why micro-frontends are fundamentally different from components—something many teams get wrong from the start. He discusses the common pitfalls he encounters: teams treating...

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Micro-frontends promise to help teams scale development, but AWS Principal Architect Luca Mezzalira has seen some succeed and some just fall apart. In this conversation, he shares what he's learned from years of implementation work at companies like DAZN and through consulting with Fortune 500 organizations. Luca explains why micro-frontends are fundamentally different from components—something many teams get wrong from the start. He discusses the common pitfalls he encounters: teams treating...

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Episodes (17/17)

The Weekly Dev's Brew

Microfrontends: Cutting Through the Hype and Misconceptions (w/ Luca)

Micro-frontends promise to help teams scale development, but AWS Principal Architect Luca Mezzalira has seen some succeed and some just fall apart. In this conversation, he shares what he's learned from years of implementation work at companies like DAZN and through consulting with Fortune 500 organizations. Luca explains why micro-frontends are fundamentally different from components—something many teams get wrong from the start. He discusses the common pitfalls he encounters: teams treating...

1 month ago

1 hour 11 minutes

The Weekly Dev's Brew

Why CSS is Now the Fastest-Moving Space in Web Development (with Una Kravets)

Why CSS is Now the Fastest-Moving Space in Web Development (with Una Kravets) While everyone's talking about AI disrupting development, Una Kravets from Google Chrome reveals a surprising twist: CSS has quietly become the fastest-evolving part of web development. In this conversation, Una breaks down how features that required months of JavaScript engineering are now landing as native platform capabilities. Think customizable dropdowns, anchor positioning, and scroll-driven animations. She ...

1 month ago

52 minutes

The Weekly Dev's Brew

Writing a Web Browser in 2025 (with Andreas Kling)

What does it take to build a web browser when everyone says it's impossible? In this episode, we sit down with Andreas Kling, the engineer behind Ladybird—the only major browser project that doesn't take money from Google. Andreas breaks down a uncomfortable truth: Google funds every major browser through search deals. Chrome, Firefox, Safari—they're all dependent on Google's advertising revenue. Ladybird is building the first truly independent alternative since the early Firefox days. We div...

2 months ago

1 hour 7 minutes

The Weekly Dev's Brew

From Discord Helper to OSS Maintainer (w/ Dominik Dorfmeister)

What does it take to accidentally become the maintainer of one of React's most popular libraries? In this episode, we sit down with Dominik Dorfmeister (aka. TkDodo), maintainer of React Query (now TanStack Query), to unpack his unexpected journey from answering Discord questions during COVID to maintaining a library with 10 million weekly downloads. Dominik reveals how spending months just helping people on Discord led to becoming a core maintainer of the TanStack ecosystem. We dive deep int...

2 months ago

53 minutes

The Weekly Dev's Brew

Andrii Sherman: Breaking ORM Barriers with Drizzle

What does it take to build one of the fastest-growing database ORMs from scratch? In this episode, we sit down with Andrii Sherman, co-founder of Drizzle, to unpack their philosophy: "If you know SQL, you know Drizzle." Andrii breaks down why their "headless ORM" approach is winning over developers frustrated with traditional ORMs. We dive deep into Drizzle's smart migration system, the growing ecosystem (DrizzleKit, DrizzleStudio), and how they've built a sustainable business model around op...

2 months ago

34 minutes

The Weekly Dev's Brew

How JavaScript Really Evolves: Inside TC39 with Daniel Ehrenberg

Ever wondered who actually decides how JavaScript evolves? In this episode, Jan-Niklas Wortmann sits down with Daniel Ehrenberg, President of Ecma International and long-time TC39 contributor, talking about how the language evolves—from vague idea to official spec. We unpack how proposals move through the stages, the philosophy behind JavaScript’s gradual evolution, and why some ideas never make it into the spec. From syntax debates to ecosystem pressures and the role of Babel, bundlers, and...

3 months ago

47 minutes

The Weekly Dev's Brew

Scaling New Heights: Jeff Cross Discusses NX, Monorepos, and the Future of Development

Join us in this insightful episode of The Weekly Dev's Brew as we sit down with Jeff Cross, co-founder of NX, to explore the evolution of monorepos and their impact on modern web development. Jeff shares his journey from working on the Angular team to launching his own successful ventures, offering a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities in the tech industry. Discover how NX is transforming enterprise development with JavaScript frameworks and what the future holds for open s...

3 months ago

49 minutes

The Weekly Dev's Brew

Parenting Wisdom in Engineering Leadership: Skills from Raising Kids to Leading Developers

In this episode of The Weekly Dev's Brew, Jan sits down with Maya Shavin, Lead Software Engineer at Salesforce and mother of four, to explore an unconventional truth: parenting might be the best management training you never knew you needed. From navigating tantrums (both toddler and teammate) to mastering the art of patience in code reviews, Maya reveals how raising four kids transformed her approach to leading engineering teams. We dive deep into her journey from startup culture at Cloudina...

3 months ago

57 minutes

The Weekly Dev's Brew

Why JavaScript is Broken: How Effect and TypeScript Fixes It (w/ Michael Arnaldi)

In this episode of The Weekly Dev's Brew, Jan sits down with Michael Arnaldi, founder of Effect TS, to tackle a controversial truth: JavaScript's async model is fundamentally broken. From promises that lie about their errors to the nightmare of production-grade error handling, we delve into why traditional JavaScript tools in the realm of web development set us up for failure. Discover how Effect TS, built on TypeScript principles, offers a radically different approach for developers seeking ...

3 months ago

59 minutes

The Weekly Dev's Brew

Fast Sites Start with Fonts: A Deep Dive with Daniel Roe

In this episode of The Weekly Dev’s Brew, Jan sits down with Daniel Roe to dive deep into a topic devs often overlook: web fonts. From performance pitfalls to implementation strategies, Daniel breaks down why your font choices might be slowing down your site—and what you can do about it. Whether you’ve been blindly copy-pasting Google Fonts or wondering how to ship faster, cleaner web experiences, this episode delivers practical insights with zero fluff. ☕ Pull up a brew and learn how to sto...

4 months ago

43 minutes

The Weekly Dev's Brew

From Nuxt to Nitro: How One Engine Is Powering the Modern Web (w/ Alexander Lichter)

In this episode of The Weekly Dev’s Brew, we dive into the current state of web development with Alexander Lichter, a core member of Nuxt and DevRel at Void Zero. Join us as we discuss Nitro, the innovative server engine powering Nuxt and its growing influence on frameworks like SolidStart and Analog. Discover how Nitro is transforming fullstack JavaScript development, allowing for leaner and more adaptable backends. Our conversation also touches on Vite, modern server patterns, and the reali...

4 months ago

47 minutes

The Weekly Dev's Brew

Revolutionizing Web Development: The Impact of Signals on Async JavaScript

In this episode, join Jan-Niklas Wortmann and Ryan Carniato, creator of SolidJS and CEO of Signals, as they explore how signals are revolutionizing web development and reshaping JavaScript frameworks. Discover the ways SolidJS is competing with React through more than just superior performance, as well as the innovative features of Signals 2.0 and their potential impact on async JavaScript patterns and the broader framework landscape once again. Ryan shares insights from his career and open-s...

4 months ago

1 hour 35 minutes

The Weekly Dev's Brew

Exporing AI's Impact on Web Development: The Future of Tech (w/ Rachel-Lee Nabors)

In this episode, we dive into the impact of AI on web development with Rachel Lee-Nabors. Discover how AI is transforming user experience and the future landscape of software careers. We discuss the concept of 'enshittification' of platforms, the rise of personal agents, and revolutionary technologies like MCP. With AI changing coding practices and the significance of documentation for training large language models (LLMs), this conversation emphasizes adaptability in tech. Join us to learn a...

4 months ago

48 minutes

The Weekly Dev's Brew

Scaling Vite: Responsibility & Community (with Capeletto Matias)

In this episode, Jan-Niklas Wortmann interviews Capeletto Matias, a key figure in the open-source community and a member of the Vite core team. They discuss Matias's journey into open source, the evolution of Vite, and the importance of community in the success of modern web development tools. The conversation highlights the technical aspects of Vite, its rapid growth, and the challenges of maintaining a vibrant community as the project scales. They also touch on the future of Vite and the po...

4 months ago

47 minutes

The Weekly Dev's Brew

OSS, TypeScript, Linting and Everything in Between (with Josh Goldberg)

Jan-Niklas interviews Josh Goldberg, a developer who transitioned from Microsoft to full-time open source work in the TypeScript ecosystem. Josh shares his daily routine, work structure, and insights on balancing passion projects with professional commitments. The conversation covers Josh's current projects including Bingo (a repository templates tool) and maintaining legacy projects like Yeoman. They explore linting philosophy, TypeScript's significance, common developer mistakes, and tools ...

4 months ago

48 minutes

The Weekly Dev's Brew

Bridging Education & Engineering Excellence (with Mark Techson)

Jan-Niklas Wortmann sits down with Mark Techson, a tech educator and engineer, to explore the intersection of education and technology. They discuss the importance of teaching methods that empower learners, the challenges of coding, and the evolving landscape of tech interviews. Mark shares insights on leadership in tech, the magic of modern development, and his journey with the Angular framework. The conversation also touches on personal passion projects, the impact of AI on the industry, an...

4 months ago

53 minutes

The Weekly Dev's Brew

Tired of tech podcasts that sound like AI-generated hype machines? The Weekly Dev's Brew cuts through the noise with honest conversations about web development—no buzzword bingo required. Each week, we sit down with the actual builders of the web—from library maintainers and framework creators to thought leaders and CEOs—for authentic discussions over virtual coffee. This isn't another echo chamber of recycled hot takes and framework drama. Instead, we're bringing you the insights, stories, a...

5 months ago

2 minutes