HTML All The Things - Web Development, Web Design, Small Business
The adventures of Matt Lawrence and Mike Karan through the world of web development, web design, and small business management. As web development agency owners for the better part of a decade, they’ve worked with all sorts of technologies, through the rise of responsive web design, the revolution of serverless computing, and the popularity gain of many no-code tools for small business owners. They commonly discuss foundational web development technologies like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript - including popular frameworks and tools such as Tailwind CSS, Svelte, WordPress, Vue, and more.
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Web News: The End Of Consumer Computing As We Know It
<p>In this edition of the Web News, Matt and Mike dive into the idea that consumer computing might be reaching a breaking point. With RAM prices skyrocketing, hardware getting more expensive, and the industry shifting toward cloud-powered and AI-assisted workflows, we ask a dramatic question:</p> <p>Is this the end of consumer computing as we know it?</p> <p>We explore how pricing, market consolidation, and changing developer expectations are reshaping the future - and whether everyday consumers will still be able to afford powerful machines in the coming years.</p> <p></p> <p>Show Notes: https://www...
Never Ending Updates | AI Models, Cursor, Frameworks
<p>The web development world never stops moving - frameworks push new versions, browsers release new features, dependabot keeps chiming in, and AI tools like Cursor and the latest LLMs drop at a dizzying pace. In this episode, Mike breaks down why everything updates so fast, how he personally decides what’s worth upgrading, and how he stays sane with the nonstop stream of patches, releases, and AI model announcements. From security fixes to real productivity gains, Mike shares practical strategies for keeping your workflow stable without falling behind.</p> <p>Show Notes: https://www.htmlallthethings.com/podcast/never-ending-updates-ai-models-cursor-frameworks</p> <p>...
Web News: Should You Be on Every Platform in 2026?
<p>In this edition of Web News, we dig into one of the biggest marketing debates heading into 2026: should you try to be on every platform? With SEO shifting beyond Google, brands are reevaluating how they show up across Reddit, X, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and everywhere else people search for answers.</p> <p>We break down when it makes sense to focus on a single platform, when multi-platform posting actually pays off, and why “being everywhere” isn’t always the optimal strategy. From content formats to audience behaviour, we explore what really matters as platforms evolve and fragmentation continues across the we...
Should You Say No to Low-Budget Projects?
<p>When a client comes in with a dream project and a shoestring budget, what should a developer do? In this episode, Matt and Mike break down the low-budget dilemma - why clients under-budget, when it makes sense to try working with them, and when it’s better to walk away. We explore how to trim features without killing quality, how to set realistic MVP expectations, how to handle classic client excuses (“my cousin can do it cheaper”), and how to protect your reputation even when money is tight. If you’ve ever wondered how far you should cut features or wheth...
Web News: Gemini Got an Upgrade (Gemini 3.0)
<p>Google has officially rolled out Gemini 3.0, and in this episode we take a casual but focused look at what’s actually improved. Matt and Mike break down the model’s major upgrades, run through how Gemini performed in independent audits, and compare those results to competing LLMs. We also discuss what these improvements mean for day-to-day developer workflows, where Gemini still falls short, and whether Google’s latest release finally puts them back in the race for AI dominance. Please note that this is a casual conversation and look through some of the release materials, it is not comprehensive news c...
New Web Development Tech That’s On My Radar
<p>In this episode of the HTML All The Things Podcast, Mike walks through the new web development tech that’s been landing on his radar. From next-gen formatters and bundlers to emerging UI frameworks and terminal-UI toolkits, Mike breaks down what each tool is, why it matters, and where its limitations are today.</p> <p>In this episode Matt and Mike cover:</p> <p>BiomeJS - all-in-one formatter/linter with strong Prettier compatibility</p> <p>Ripple - an experimental TypeScript-first UI framework</p> <p>TanStack Start - a router-first full-stack framework for React/Solid</p> <p>Hono.js - ti...
Web News: Web App vs App Store - Which Should You Build for 2025?
<p>In this edition of Web News, we explore whether developers in 2025 should build a web app or launch through an app store. Web apps offer flexibility and reach, but platforms like the App Store and Google Play bring built-in visibility, reviews, and trusted security. We break down the advantages of each approach and discuss whether launching on a platform gives your project a major edge.</p> <p>Show Notes: https://www.htmlallthethings.com/podcast/web-app-vs-app-store-which-should-you-build-for-2025</p>
Why Isn’t Coding Fun Anymore?
<p>In this episode of the HTML All The Things Podcast, Matt and Mike tackle a growing sentiment spreading across social media: coding just isn’t fun anymore. What changed? Why are so many developers - new and experienced - feeling burned out or disillusioned in 2025?</p> <p>We break down what originally made coding exciting, from passion projects and creative problem-solving to the thrill of building something entirely new. Then we look at the forces eroding that joy today: elitism in developer communities, the rise of AI-generated code, factory-style expectations, impossible deadlines, layoffs disguised as “project completion,” and the uncert...
Web News: It’s Over For Junior Developers.
<p>Junior developers are facing one of the toughest job markets in years. Memes of CS grads lining up for a single position might be funny online, but they reflect a harsh reality—AI is boosting senior developer productivity and shrinking opportunities for entry-level roles. Meanwhile, tighter deadlines and post-layoff workloads mean fewer seniors have time to mentor newcomers. In this edition of the Web News, we discuss what’s really happening to junior developers in today’s tech industry and what aspiring devs can do to survive - and even thrive - through it.</p> <p>Show Notes: https://www.ht...
Leveraging Social Media and Content Creation | w/ Marko Denic
<p>In this episode, Mike sits down with legendary developer and content creator Marko Denic - a full-stack web developer, educator, and agency owner with more than 260k followers across social media. They talk about Marko’s journey from building websites to building an audience, how content creation transformed his career, and what role AI plays in his work today.</p> <p>Show Notes: https://www.htmlallthethings.com/podcast/leveraging-social-media-and-content-creation-w-marko-denic</p>
