In this potluck episode of Syntax, Wes and Scott answer your questions about AI struggles with CSS and design workflows, learning vs relying on AI, debugging web performance, beginner soldering setups, navigating AI-era job interviews, Figma dev mode, modern API choices, and more.
Show Notes
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00:00 Welcome to Syntax!
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00:55 Why AI struggles with CSS and design workflows
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10:50 How much AI should you use when learning to code?
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18:41 Debugging performance: tools and team workflows
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23:52 Brought to you by Sentry.io
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26:26 Beginner soldering setup and essential tools
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29:54 Preparing for interviews without AI (while jobs require it)
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35:16 Thoughts on Figma dev mode and design workflows
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39:20 Ice vs Thaw menu bar apps
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40:27 Why AI isn’t pushing us toward better APIs
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44:54 Vibe rules, skills, and shipping docs for agents
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54:44 Sick Picks + Shameless Plugs
Sick Picks
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