915: $200mo Background Agents, CLI Tooling and “Max Mode”

915: $200mo Background Agents, CLI Tooling and “Max Mode”

AI coding agents are getting wild. Scott and Wes break down the latest tools that run in the background, write code across multiple steps, and charge you $200 a month to do it. From CLI-based primitives to full-on copilots, this episode covers the next wave of dev tools and what it takes to use them effectively. Show Notes 00:00 Welcome to Syntax! 03:13 Background Agents. 04:26 Appropriate tasks for background agents. 12:46 CLI tooling. 14:17 Claude Code Pricing. 18:20 Approaches to get the most from these tools. 19:56 PRD Documents. Atlasian What’s a PRD Document. 20:50 Claude Taskmaster. Langflow. 25:29 Sick Picks & Shameless Plugs. Sick Picks Scott: RingConn. Wes: Dell Projector Shameless Plugs Scott: Syntax on YouTube. Hit us up on Socials! Syntax: X Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Wes: X Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Scott: X Instagram Tiktok LinkedIn Threads Randy: X Instagram YouTube Threads

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830: GitHub and Code Reviews with Sarah Vessels

830: GitHub and Code Reviews with Sarah Vessels

Scott and Wes talk with GitHub’s Sarah Vessels about the ins and outs of code reviews, their critical role in collaborative development, and tips for making your reviews more effective. Show Notes ...

4 Okt 202451min

829: 14 Web Development Tips I Wish I Knew Sooner

829: 14 Web Development Tips I Wish I Knew Sooner

Scott and Wes share 14 game-changing tips they wish they’d known earlier in their web dev careers. From embracing tools to learning by doing, these insights will help you level up your skills faster! ...

2 Okt 202450min

828: Logging in Verification: Magic Links, 2FA, SMS Codes

828: Logging in Verification: Magic Links, 2FA, SMS Codes

Scott and Wes serve up the pros and cons of modern authentication methods like magic links, 2FA, and SMS codes. Learn how each technique works, the security trade-offs, and what might be the best appr...

30 Sep 202415min

827: Career Development with Topher Martini

827: Career Development with Topher Martini

Scott and Wes talk with Topher Martini, a former Engineering Program Manager at Apple, about his extensive experience over two decades in the tech industry. Topher shares his journey at Apple, from st...

27 Sep 202456min

826: You Need These 30 Apps - PART 2

826: You Need These 30 Apps - PART 2

In part 2 of covering the best apps for web developers, Scott and Wes dive into must-have tools that will level up your workflow. From screenshot utilities to development tools and video production ap...

25 Sep 202456min

825: Syntax Assistant Desktop App

825: Syntax Assistant Desktop App

Scott walks Wes through the new Syntax Production Assistant Desktop App, designed to streamline and automate their complex publishing process. From tech stack choices like Svelte5 and Rust to AI-drive...

23 Sep 202428min

824: Taylor Otwell's opinions on PHP, React, Laravel and Lamborghini Memes

824: Taylor Otwell's opinions on PHP, React, Laravel and Lamborghini Memes

In this episode of Syntax, Wes and Scott talk with Taylor Otwell, the creator of Laravel. Taylor shares insights on his journey from creating Laravel in his free time to building a strong community an...

20 Sep 202450min

823: Is Cursor AI the VS Code Killer?

823: Is Cursor AI the VS Code Killer?

Scott and Wes serve up a discussion on AI coding assistants with a deep look at Cursor AI, exploring its unique features like multi-line auto-complete and Smart Rewrites. They also discuss why Cursor’...

18 Sep 202450min

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