
Syntax - Tasty Web Development Treats
Full Stack Developers Wes Bos and Scott Tolinski dive deep into web development topics, explaining how they work and talking about their own experiences. They cover from JavaScript frameworks like React, to the latest advancements in CSS to simplifying web tooling.Syntax - Tasty Web Development Treats Podcast Episodes

Scott and CJ explore why RSS still matters and how it’s more underused than outdated. They discuss how to self-host RSS readers, escape the noise of the modern web, and reclaim a cleaner, ad-free reading experience across devices.
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00:00 Welcome to Syntax!
01:09 Brought to you by Sentry.io
02:41 What is RSS and how does it work?
RS..
22 hours ago
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Scott and CJ go full productivity nerd, swapping notes on their favorite web apps for writing, coding, planning, and more. From terminals to to-do lists to dumb phones, it’s a deep dive into the tools powering their workflows.
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00:00 Welcome to Syntax!
00:35 Brought to you by Sentry.io.
01:56 Text to speech or speech to text.
02:20..
2 days, 22 hours ago
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Wes and Scott talk about local-first sync engines—why they matter, what makes apps feel fast, and which platforms stand out. From LiveStore to Convex to Instant DB, they break down the pros and cons of each and debate what the “next React” might look like in a local-first future.
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00:00 Welcome to Syntax!
01:52 Intro to local data: wh..
1 week ago
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Scott and Wes share their top strategies for getting high-quality results from AI coding tools like Cursor, Claude, ChatGPT, and Windsurf. From better prompting to building reusable rule sets, they cover practical tips for making AI your most productive coding partner.
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00:00 Welcome to Syntax!
Wes' Tweet
02:56 How to get the best ..
1 week, 2 days ago
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In this potluck episode of Syntax, Wes and Scott answer your questions about code reviews, migrating legacy apps, CSS attr() use cases, pre-commit hooks, the future of creative web development, whether front-end devs need to be full-stack, and more!
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00:00 Welcome to Syntax!
00:43 When is the appropriate time to use requestAnimatio..
2 weeks ago
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Scott and Wes break down how to code with and for AI; perfect for skeptics, beginners, and curious devs. They cover everything from Ghost Text and CLI agents to building your own AI-powered apps with embeddings, function calling, and multi-model workflows.
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00:00 Welcome to Syntax!
03:56 How to interface with AI.
04:07 IDE Ghost Tex..
2 weeks, 2 days ago
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Wes and Scott talk about how developers can expose powerful tools to AI using the Model Context Protocol. They discuss tool calling, remote MCP specs, authentication, and real-world use cases that make AI more capable through smarter integrations.
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00:00 Welcome to Syntax!
01:36 What is MCP?
07:23 MCP tools
11:33 MCP resource..
3 weeks ago
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Scott and Wes recap the current state of web authentication and explore how Better Auth simplifies the whole process. With built-in plugins, modern features, and no need to hand-roll your own solution, Better Auth makes secure login a breeze for developers.
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00:00 Welcome to Syntax!
00:59 Scott’s history with authentication.
02:05 Br..
3 weeks, 2 days ago
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Wes and Scott talk with Loïc Houssier about how Superhuman builds lightning-fast, delightfully-designed email software. They dig into engineering philosophy, offline-first architecture, local databases, AI-powered productivity, and what it takes to create tools that people love.
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00:00 Welcome to Syntax!
03:05 Inside Superhuman and Lo..
4 weeks ago
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Scott and Wes round up the hottest AI tools you should have on your radar; from text-to-speech wizards to self-hosted image generators. They break down what they’re using, what’s worth paying for, and which tools are changing their workflows.
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00:00 Welcome to Syntax!
00:49 Getting too cozy with your tools.
01:34 Brought to you by Se..
4 weeks, 2 days ago
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