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Rubber Duck Dev Show

190 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 months ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratings

Hi! We are Chris & Creston the Rubber Duck Devs! Welcome to the Rubber Duck Dev Show!

The weekly live talk show all about software development.

We'll be talking about:
- Different Languages (Ruby, Python, Javascript, etc.)
- Project management (tools and communication techniques)
- Databases (SQL, NoSQL, NewSQL, Redis, etc.)
- Servers (ensuring security and high availability)
- Guest interviews
And much more!

Each week, we'll pick a topic and do a deep dive. We'll explore all the facts, trends, opinions and questions.

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Episodes

Exploring 37 Signals Once Business Model | Rubber Duck Dev Show 117

March 03, 2024 23:00 - 57 minutes - 106 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we discuss how Creston built a 2 terabyte database for his new Postgres performance optimization course. To get the show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.rubberduckdevshow.com/episodes/117-exploring-37-signals-once-business-model/  

Building a 2 Terabyte Database For My Postgres Course | Rubber Duck Dev Show 116

February 18, 2024 23:00 - 30 minutes - 55.5 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we discuss how Creston built a 2 terabyte database for his new Postgres performance optimization course. To get the show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.rubberduckdevshow.com/episodes/116-building-2-terabyte-database-for-postgres-course/  

What Developers Should Know About DevOps With Ben Curtis | Rubber Duck Dev Show 115

February 05, 2024 22:02 - 1 hour - 112 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we discuss what software developers should know about DevOps with Ben Curtis, Co-Founder and back-end engineer at Honeybadger. To get the show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.rubberduckdevshow.com/episodes/115-what-developers-should-know-about-devops-with-ben-curtis/  

What Developers Should Know About Postgres With Andrew Atkinson | Rubber Duck Dev Show 114

January 29, 2024 00:00 - 53 minutes - 97.2 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we discuss what software developers should know about Postgres with Andrew Atkinson. We also go into his new book: High Performance PostgreSQL for Rails. Kota Weaver joined us as a co-host. To get the show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.rubberduckdevshow.com/episodes/114-what-developers-should-know-about-postgres-with-andres-atkinson/  

Explaining Postgres Explain With Michael Christofides | Rubber Duck Dev Show 113

January 21, 2024 22:00 - 59 minutes - 109 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we discuss our thoughts on the use of Object Relational Mappers (ORMs) in our development compared with just using Structured Query Language (SQL). To get the show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.rubberduckdevshow.com/episodes/113-explaining-explain-with-michael-christofides/  

Exploring Robotics With Kota Weaver | Rubber Duck Dev Show 112

January 15, 2024 00:56 - 1 hour - 118 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we discuss our thoughts on the use of Object Relational Mappers (ORMs) in our development compared with just using Structured Query Language (SQL). To get the show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.rubberduckdevshow.com/episodes/112-exploring-robotics-with-kota-weaver/  

ORM vs. SQL | Rubber Duck Dev Show 111

December 08, 2023 16:11 - 32 minutes - 60.4 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we discuss our thoughts on the use of Object Relational Mappers (ORMs) in our development compared with just using Structured Query Language (SQL). To get the show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.rubberduckdevshow.com/episodes/111-orm-vs-sql/  

Working As A Team In Software Development | Rubber Duck Dev Show 110

December 01, 2023 17:45 - 48 minutes - 89.6 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we discuss working as a team in software development. To get the show notes for this episode, visit:  https://www.rubberduckdevshow.com/episodes/110-working-as-a-team-in-software-development/  

Software Developer Continuing Education | Rubber Duck Dev Show 109

November 17, 2023 14:25 - 45 minutes - 83.7 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we discuss software developer continuing education and all the different options available. To get the show notes for this episode, visit:  https://www.rubberduckdevshow.com/episodes/109-software-developer-continuing-education/  

Polling vs WebSockets vs Server Sent Events (SSE) | Rubber Duck Dev Show 108

November 10, 2023 15:33 - 39 minutes - 71.8 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we discuss the benefits and disadvantages of polling, WebSockets and server sent events (SSE). To get the show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.rubberduckdevshow.com/episodes/108-polling-vs-websockets-vs-server-sent-events/  

Microservices Fails | Rubber Duck Dev Show 107

November 03, 2023 15:15 - 43 minutes - 79.1 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we discuss the differences between using Stack Overflow and ChatGPT for finding software development answers. We also discuss what the overall impact of AI might be in the future. To get the show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.rubberduckdevshow.com/episodes/107-microservices-fails/  

Stack Overflow vs ChatGPT & AI's Impact | Rubber Duck Dev Show 106

October 27, 2023 15:18 - 40 minutes - 73.5 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we discuss the differences between using Stack Overflow and ChatGPT for finding software development answers. We also discuss what the overall impact of AI might be in the future. To get the show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.rubberduckdevshow.com/episodes/106-stack-overflow-vs-chatgpt-ai-impact/  

The Burnout Show With Kota Weaver | Rubber Duck Dev Show 105

October 20, 2023 22:25 - 53 minutes - 98.3 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we discuss dealing with burnout with Kota Weaver in regards to software development jobs. To get the show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.rubberduckdevshow.com/episodes/105-the-burnout-show-with-kota-weaver/  

Beyond Technical Complexity with Thiago Pinto | Rubber Duck Dev Show 104

October 12, 2023 20:00 - 58 minutes - 107 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we discuss complexity that exists beyond the technology we use to build our application solutions with Thiago Pinto. To get the show notes for this episode, visit:  https://www.rubberduckdevshow.com/episodes/104-beyond-technical-complexity-with-thiago-pinto/  

Revisiting Leaving the Cloud | Rubber Duck Dev Show 103

October 05, 2023 20:00 - 44 minutes - 81 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we revisit a topic we covered a number of months ago about 37 signals leaving the cloud. We cover new information since that episode aired as well as how Ahrefs saved over $400 million dollars. To get the show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.rubberduckdevshow.com/episodes/103-revisiting-leaving-the-cloud/  

Our Favorite Development Tools with Drew Bragg | Rubber Duck Dev Show 102

September 29, 2023 01:11 - 58 minutes - 106 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we discuss the hardware and software each of us use in our software development work with guest Drew Bragg. To get the show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.rubberduckdevshow.com/episodes/102-our-favorite-development-tools/  

Software Developer Management and Remote Work | Rubber Duck Dev Show 101

September 21, 2023 21:00 - 48 minutes - 89.2 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we discuss the management of software engineers and dealing with remote work. To get the show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.rubberduckdevshow.com/episodes/101-software-developer-management-remote-work/  

Looking Back On 100 Episodes! | Rubber Duck Dev Show 100

September 14, 2023 20:00 - 42 minutes - 77.1 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we look back on our most popular topics for the 100 episodes and discuss why. To get the show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.rubberduckdevshow.com/episodes/100-looking-back-on-100-episodes/

When Should You Use Background Jobs? | Rubber Duck Dev Show 99

September 07, 2023 16:00 - 34 minutes - 63.1 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we discuss when you should use background jobs. To get the show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.rubberduckdevshow.com/episodes/99-when-should-you-use-background-jobs/  

Should You Resolve All Of Your Exceptions? | Rubber Duck Dev Show 98

August 31, 2023 19:00 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we discuss whether you should resolve all of your exceptions. To get the show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.rubberduckdevshow.com/episodes/98-should-you-resolve-all-of-your-exceptions/

Programming & Child Development With Noah Gibbs | Rubber Duck Dev Show 97

August 24, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 57.2 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we discuss learning to program and child development with Noah Gibbs. To get the show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.rubberduckdevshow.com/episodes/97-programming-child-development-with-noah-gibbs/

Starting a Business With Kota Weaver | Rubber Duck Dev Show 96

August 17, 2023 19:00 - 59 minutes - 54.8 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, Kota Weaver interviews Creston Jamison on starting a business. To get the show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.rubberduckdevshow.com/episodes/96-starting-a-business-with-kota-weaver/

World Simulation With Podo | Rubber Duck Dev Show 95

August 03, 2023 19:00 - 56 minutes - 51.7 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we discuss how Podo is simulating the interactions of an entire world. To get the show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.rubberduckdevshow.com/episodes/95-world-simulation-with-podo/

Evaluating Tech Tools with Kota Weaver | Rubber Duck Dev Show 94

July 27, 2023 19:00 - 59 minutes - 54.6 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we discuss some ways you can evaluate your tech stack with Kota Weaver. To get the show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.rubberduckdevshow.com/episodes/94-evaluating-tech-tools-with-kota-weaver/

Scarpe Diem With Nick Schwaderer | Rubber Duck Dev Show 93

July 20, 2023 19:00 - 57 minutes - 52.7 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we discuss Scarpe which is a successor to the Shoes Ruby desktop application builder with Nick Schwaderer. To get the show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.rubberduckdevshow.com/episodes/93-scarpe-diem-with-nick-schwaderer/

DRTiled With Wildfiler | Rubber Duck Dev Show 92

July 13, 2023 19:00 - 50 minutes - 92.1 MB

In this episode, we discuss the DRTiled library which helps you load tile in Dragon Ruby from the Tiled application. To get the show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.rubberduckdevshow.com/episodes/92-drtiled-with-wildfiler/

Dragon Ruby Panel / Party! | Rubber Duck Dev Show 91

June 29, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 117 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we close out Dragon Ruby month with a panel / party! To get the show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.rubberduckdevshow.com/episodes/91-dragon-ruby-panel-party/

3D & Robotics in Dragon Ruby with Kota Weaver | Rubber Duck Dev Show 90

June 22, 2023 19:00 - 57 minutes - 105 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we discuss working with 3D and robotics in Dragon Ruby with Kota Weaver. To get the show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.rubberduckdevshow.com/episodes/90-3d-robotics-in-dragon-ruby-with-kota-weaver/

The Future of Dragon Ruby with Amir Rajan | Rubber Duck Dev Show 89

June 15, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 110 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we discuss the future of Dragon Ruby with Amir Rajan. To get the show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.rubberduckdevshow.com/episodes/89-the-future-of-dragon-ruby-with-amir-rajan/

Palantir & Testing in Dragon Ruby with Kevin Fischer | Rubber Duck Dev Show 88

June 08, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 111 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we discuss the making of Avalon using Dragon Ruby with James Stocks. To get the show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.rubberduckdevshow.com/episodes/88-palantir-testing-dragon-ruby-kevin-fischer/

The Making of Avalon in Dragon Ruby with James Stocks | Rubber Duck Dev Show 87

June 01, 2023 19:00 - 55 minutes - 102 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we discuss the making of Avalon using Dragon Ruby with James Stocks. To get the show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.rubberduckdevshow.com/episodes/87-the-making-of-avalon-in-dragon-ruby-with-james-stocks

Monetizing Your Content Part 2 With Seb Wilgosz | Rubber Duck Dev Show 86

May 25, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 57.9 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we discuss how to monetize your developer content with Seb Wilgosz. To get the show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.rubberduckdevshow.com/episodes/86-monetizing-your-content-part-2-with-seb-wilgosz/

Leveling Up For Juniors With CodeWithJulie | Rubber Duck Dev Show 85

May 18, 2023 19:00 - 57 minutes - 106 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we discuss leveling up for junior developers with CodeWithJulie. To get the show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.rubberduckdevshow.com/episodes/85-leveling-up-for-juniors-with-codewithjulie

Hotwires & Cookbooks With Andrea Rocca | Rubber Duck Dev Show 84

May 11, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 111 MB

In this episode, we discuss Hotwire (HTML Over the Wire) concepts and usage (along with a Cookbook) with Andrea Rocca. To get the show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.rubberduckdevshow.com/episodes/84-hotwires-and-cookbooks-with-andrea-rocca

All About Roda With Jeremy Evans | Rubber Duck Dev Show 83

April 27, 2023 19:00 - 55 minutes - 102 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we learn all about the Roda toolkit for building Ruby web applications with Jeremy Evans. To get the show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.rubberduckdevshow.com/episodes/83-all-about-roda-with-jeremy-evans/

Leaving the Cloud With Chris & Creston | Rubber Duck Dev Show 82

April 20, 2023 19:01 - 56 minutes - 104 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we discuss whether you should consider leaving the cloud. To get the show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.rubberduckdevshow.com/episodes/82-leaving-the-cloud

Developer Documentation With Grant Willcox | Rubber Duck Dev Show 81

April 13, 2023 19:00 - 56 minutes - 104 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we discuss how to handle documentation when you are a developer with Grant Willcox. To get the show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.rubberduckdevshow.com/episodes/81-developer-documentation-with-grant-willcox/

Safety Nets For Rails Apps With David Teren | Rubber Duck Dev Show 80

April 06, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 113 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we discuss safety nets for Rails apps with David Teren. To get the show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.rubberduckdevshow.com/episodes/80-safety-nets-for-rails-apps-with-david-teren/

Hosting After Heroku With Chris Oliver | Rubber Duck Dev Show 79

March 30, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 116 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we discuss what to do about hosting after Heroku's plan adjustments with Chris Oliver. To get the show notes for this episode, visit: https://www.rubberduckdevshow.com/episodes/79-hosting-after-heroku-with-chris-oliver/

Features Your Editor Should Have With Amir Rajan | Rubber Duck Dev Show 78

March 16, 2023 19:00 - 56 minutes - 103 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we discuss features your editor or IDE should have with Amir Rajan. Links for this episode can be found at: https://www.rubberduckdevshow.com/episodes/78-features-your-editor-should-have-with-amir-rajan/

Monetizing Your Developer Content With Seb Wilgosz & Lucian Ghinda | Rubber Duck Dev Show 77

March 09, 2023 20:00 - 1 hour - 116 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we discuss how to monetize your developer content with Seb Wilgosz & Lucian Ghinda. Lucian Ghinda on Twitter Short Ruby Newsletter Seb Wilgosz on Twitter Hanami Mastery

Failing In Public | Rubber Duck Dev Show 76

March 02, 2023 20:00 - 56 minutes - 103 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we discuss failing in public and how senior developers livestreaming their learning process could be beneficial to other devs.

Ruby IDE Showdown With Adrian Marin, CJ Avilla & Eric Berry | Rubber Duck Dev Show 75

February 23, 2023 20:00 - 1 hour - 112 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we have a Ruby IDE showdown with Adrian Marin, CJ Avilla & Eric Berry. Sublime Text Adrian Marin on Twitter CJ Avilla on Twitter Eric Berry on Twitter Visual Studio Code (VS Code) Vim RubyMine RubyMine Discount through 3/31 (use code RUBBERDUCK)

Getting Stuff Done With Drew Bragg | Rubber Duck Dev Show 74

February 16, 2023 20:00 - 56 minutes - 104 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we discuss how to get stuff done with Drew Bragg. Drew Bragg

Rubber Duck Dev Show Episode 73 | Hobby Programming With Nick Schwaderer

February 09, 2023 20:00 - 1 hour - 120 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we discuss hobby programming with Nick Schwaderer. Nick Schwaderer

Hobby Programming With Nick Schwaderer | Rubber Duck Dev Show 73

February 09, 2023 20:00 - 1 hour - 120 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we discuss hobby programming with Nick Schwaderer. Nick Schwaderer

Game Development in DragonRuby With Amir Rajan | Rubber Duck Dev Show 72

February 02, 2023 20:00 - 1 hour - 120 MB

In this episode, we discuss game development using the DragonRuby 2D engine with Amir Rajan. DragonRuby Amir Rajan's Twitter

Rubber Duck Dev Show Episode 72 | Game Development in DragonRuby With Amir Rajan

February 02, 2023 20:00 - 1 hour - 120 MB

In this episode, we discuss game development using the DragonRuby 2D engine with Amir Rajan. DragonRuby Amir Rajan's Twitter

Rubber Duck Dev Show Episode 71 | Short Ruby News With Lucian Ghinda

January 26, 2023 20:00 - 47 minutes - 87 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we discuss a new weekly resource "Short Ruby News". We discuss how it got started and why with Lucian Ghinda. Lucian Ghinda on Twitter Short Ruby Newsletter

Short Ruby News With Lucian Ghinda | Rubber Duck Dev Show 71

January 26, 2023 20:00 - 47 minutes - 87 MB

In this episode of the Rubber Duck Dev Show, we discuss a new weekly resource "Short Ruby News". We discuss how it got started and why with Lucian Ghinda. Lucian Ghinda on Twitter Short Ruby Newsletter

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