Mechanical Ink Podcast

Oct 06 2024 31 ep. 67 mins 7
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The Mechanical Ink podcast is a podcast about the open-source ecosystem. We speak to project maintainers, open-source companies, and companies who play a critical role in ensuring a healthy ecosystem. We ask the tough questions but also celebrate the wins and acknowledge open-source software's critical role in the world.

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Ethics, Inclusivity, and the Future of Open Source - Jordan Harband

Oct 06 2024 65 mins  
Originally aired in December 2023: In this episode of the Mechanical Ink podcast, host Schalk Neethling speaks with guest Jordan Harband in a deep dive into the open-source world. Jordan shares his journey from a garage startup to becoming a pivotal figure in the open-source community. He speaks passionately about the philosophy behind open source, emphasizing its role in fostering

Responsive, Generative, Accessible, Unions, The Web - Ethan Marcotte

Jun 19 2024 63 mins  
In this episode of the Mechanical Ink podcast, host Schalk Neethling sits down with Ethan Marcotte, a prominent figure in web design known for coining the term "responsive web design." Ethan's journey in the design world spans over two decades, during which he has significantly influenced how websites are created and experienced across various devices.Beyond his contributions to de

Job Titles, Documentation Engineering, Baseline and Web Features - Daniel Beck

Jun 12 2024 88 mins  
In this episode of the Mechanical Ink podcast, Schalk Neethling sits down with Daniel Beck, a documentation engineer writer based in Amsterdam. Daniel discusses his extensive career in software documentation, emphasizing the importance of understanding the audience and balancing quality content with effective tooling. He elaborates on the challenges of identifying with job titles s

Collaboration, the future of CSS, Sass, and the web with Miriam Suzanne

May 31 2024 101 mins  
In this episode of the Mechanical Ink podcast, host Schalk Neethling sits down with Miriam Suzanne, a multifaceted expert in web development, an invited expert to the CSS Working Group, and a founder of OddBird. Our discussion spanned a range of topics, from the historical evolution of the web, the impact of social media and algorithms on creativity, the importance of collaboration

Community First: The Lifeblood of Developer Relations - Chris DeMars

May 23 2024 75 mins  
In this episode of the Mechanical Ink podcast, Schalk Neethling hosts Chris DeMars, a Senior Developer Advocate at DigitalOcean. Chris shares his journey in the tech industry, emphasizing the importance of community and accessibility in web development. He delves into the role of a Developer Advocate, highlighting the need to bridge the gap between the community and the organizatio

Mission Save A Life: A Community-Driven Approach to Suicide Prevention And Education

May 16 2024 54 mins  
In this episode, host Schalk Neethling interviews Jennifer Weis, the founder of Mission Save A Life, a nonprofit organization dedicated to raising awareness, promoting education, and driving action around mental health and suicide prevention. Jen shares her personal journey and the genesis of Mission Save A Life, which was born out of the tragic loss of her son's friend to suicide.

The NL Design System And Why Accessibility Matters - Hidde de Vries

May 16 2024 48 mins  
In this episode of the Mechanical Ink podcast, host Schalk Neethling sits down with web accessibility specialist Hidde de Vries. We discuss the NL Design System project, an ambitious open-source initiative by the Dutch government aimed at creating a unified design system and set of components for all government websites and digital services. The project takes a collaborative approa

Animation At Work, Comics, And Coding For All - Rachel Nabors

Mar 21 2024 67 mins  
In this episode of the Mechanical Ink podcast, Schalk Neethling sits down with Rachel Nabors, whose journey from a cartoonist lost in the world of comics to a beacon in the tech community embodies the spirit of innovation and adaptability. Rachel's story is a testament to the power of embracing change, leveraging one's unique skill set, and the importance of continuous learning in

Navigating Node.js Security: A Conversation with Matteo Collina

Mar 16 2024 44 mins  
In a riveting episode of the Mechanical Ink podcast, host Schalk Neethling welcomed Matteo Collina, a luminary in the Node.js community whose work has amassed over 22 billion downloads on npm in 2023 for the various open source modules he maintains. This episode was not just a deep dive into the technical intricacies of Node.js but also an enlightening discourse on the security lan

Unpacking the Challenges and Opportunities in Modern Web Development - Zach Leatherman

Mar 06 2024 73 mins  
In this episode of the Mechanical Ink podcast, Schalk Neethling sits down with Zach Leatherman, a renowned figure in the web development community, best known for his work on the static site generator 11ty. Their conversation takes us through a journey of understanding the intrinsic link between web performance and accessibility, shining a light on the importance of ensuring the we