Episode 29 · · 11:02
Logs and error trackers are a vital tool for maintaining a production app. But if you're not careful, they can get so noisy they stop providing value. We discuss a few reasons why th...
Episode 28 · · 21:58
This episode is a little different. We take a peek behind the scenes as to how we qualify projects, and the sorts of things you might think about before deciding whether or not to ta...
Episode 27 · · 17:10
Roles and permissions are a core part of most applications. Laravel provides some tools for managing and enforcing this, and third party packages provide even more features. Aaron an...
Episode 26 · · 17:45
When you're building a Laravel app, you're writing PHP code, but you're dealing with many patterns and conveniences provided by Laravel. So where do you draw the line between the two...
Episode 25 · · 12:41
> Developer: "I just need to SSH in real quick"> Server admin: "No"Have you had this discussion? Listen in as Joel and Aaron talk about their experience on teams of different sizes, ...
Episode 24 · · 19:33
Where should I place this curly brace? Trailing commas or not? Have you encountered disagreements about coding standards on your team. In this episode we explain the benefits of codi...
Episode 23 · · 15:58
We've all been stuck with something we didn't know. Should you ask for help? And how? Or if someone on your team asks you a question, how can you handle it best? We discuss it all.Do...
Episode 22 · · 14:55
What are the big 3 types of tests we use on our projects? How do we decide which to use? Listen in as we discuss this and more.Need help improving your testing strategy, or just need...
Episode 21 · · 17:23
It's no tabs versus spaces, but it's close. Do you use guarded or fillable in your Laravel models? Aaron and Joel share their default approach, as well as several reasons for that ch...
Episode 20 · · 14:42
It's easy to get used to things that cause us friction or pain in our development process. In this episode, we discuss how to avoid that trap and how to evaluate when to invest time ...
Episode 19 · · 14:16
Validation may seem boring, but it's a vital part of any Laravel application. Joel and Aaron share some tips on validation along with exciting news about a new resource to master Lar...
Episode 18 · · 15:18
Why is it important to think about a future project hand-off at the beginning of a client relationship? Aaron and Joel share their approach.Sign up for our Laravel tips newsletter!
Episode 17 · · 15:31
Last episode we discussed how to deal with a "slow app" complaint. This episode we discuss some technical approaches to find and fix the issue.Sign up for our Laravel tips newsletter!
Episode 16 · · 14:38
The dreaded support ticket gets filed: App is slow! Before you get defensive or close as "Won't fix", consider a few tips on how to successfully approach this situation.Sign up for o...
Episode 15 · · 16:48
Aaron and Joel have joined a fair number of projects over the years. Listen as they share some tips on how to make process less painful for your team.Sign up for our Laravel tips new...
Episode 14 · · 15:06
Laravel and PHP have a rich ecosystem, but it's good to weigh the pros and cons before reaching for a new package. We share some things to consider.Sign up for our Laravel tips newsl...
Episode 13 · · 15:15
Where are some good starting points for modernizing and improving a legacy codebase? Joel and Aaron discuss a few ideas where you could start.Sign up for our Laravel tips newsletter!...
Episode 12 · · 14:55
The eternal question that every developer hears: How long is that going to take? Aaron and Joel discuss some ways to frame that question, and how to provide an estimate that will avo...
Episode 11 · · 14:21
Stepping into an unfamiliar codebase with a long history can be a challenge. Aaron and Joel share some tips on how to get started and build confidence that you're making things bette...
Episode 10 · · 14:17
Some shy away from code review, not wanting to be critiqued. Aaron and Joel share some tips on how to get the most out of code reviews, and things to look for as a code reviewer.00:0...
Episode 9 · · 18:16
Aaron and Joel talk about why they write tests and what sorts of tests they find valuable.00:00 Why do we write tests?03:05 Implied trust in packages04:15 What do you test? How do yo...
Episode 8 · · 12:14
We discuss a couple scenarios where there's more than one way to do something, and how we think through our decision.00:00 How to pick what file to put this code in?01:51 An example ...
Episode 7 · · 16:08
How do you learn a new technology? Or how do you find out what's changed in the latest version of something you already use? Aaron and Joel share some tips on what they do.00:00 So m...
Episode 6 · · 16:07
The technologies we work with are extremely detailed. Without a clear mental model of how things work together, it's easy to get lost or confused.00:00 A common pattern when a dev is...
Episode 5 · · 16:08
Disagreements and debate can sap your team's energy. We'll talk about some ways to avoid unnecessary conflicts, and how to successfully handle a difference of opinion on your team.00...
Episode 4 · · 15:11
Croissants are great because they're flaky, but no one likes a flaky test. We share some strategies on how to make your tests more reliable.00:00 Flaky tests are the worst02:12 Why r...
Episode 3 · · 11:23
00:00 The desire to upgrade to a shiny new Laravel version02:20 I actually enjoy maintenance03:48 An analogy with cars04:30 The importance of communication05:30 Making it easier to u...
Episode 2 · · 15:22
00:00 The thought process when you get stuck01:40 An example with CSS03:40 Tools that can help locally06:15 Using a debugger to learn about Laravel06:30 Tools that can help in a remo...
Episode 1 · · 10:52
00:00 The urge to automate everything01:49 Document before you automate02:45 Weighing time spent versus time saved03:30 Automation isn't maintenance-free04:08 Types of automation05:1...