The Changelog: Software Development, Open Source The Oban Pros (Friends)
Mar 15, 2024
Shannon Selbert and Parker Selbert, co-founders of Oban, discuss the unique dynamics of running a tech company as partners and parents. They delve into their transition from consulting to Elixir, highlighting its concurrency advantages and the personal journey behind their software development. The pair reflects on community connections in tech, the challenges of independent development, and the innovative Crab Nebula Cloud partnership, all while sharing playful anecdotes from their experiences. Their insights offer a blend of technical expertise and personal charm.
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Oban Pro and Freedom Number
- Parker Selbert discusses his previous appearance on Backstage, where he talked about Oban Pro and his "freedom number".
- He still works a day job, but uses it to gain insights into developer pain points.
Promoting Oban and Elixir
- Jerod Santo suggests creating content showcasing Oban as a killer app to attract Elixir users.
- Parker agrees and mentions plans for a talk at ElixirConf EU about scaling applications and job processing.
Hatchet's Impact
- Adam Stacoviak asks about the potential impact of Hatchet, a Y Combinator-backed competitor, on Oban's evolution.
- Shannon and Parker acknowledge it as a beautiful paint job and a moment of reflection, but haven't decided if they'll compete directly or focus on community building.
