Chris Gmyr and TJ Miller discuss a variety of topics ranging from 3D printing projects and local coffee roasters to family activities like the Pinewood Derby. They delve into the recent developments in Laravel on iOS, the challenges of coaching a Science Olympiad coding team, and the implications of the upcoming TikTok ban. The conversation wraps up with updates on TJ's Prism project and the technical hurdles he faces.

Socials

• https://slightlycaffeinated.fm (email hey@)
• https://suggest.gg/slightlycaff
• https://bsky.app/profile/slightlycaffeinated.fm
• https://x.com/slightlycaffpod
• https://bsky.app/profile/chrisgmyr.dev
• https://x.com/cmgmyr
• https://chrisgmyr.dev
• https://bsky.app/profile/tjmiller.bsky.social
• https://x.com/heytjmiller
• https://www.tjmiller.me

References Mentioned

• https://nativephp.com/
• https://the-bucket.transistor.fm/episodes/holiday-catch-up-and-ios-php-updates
• https://www.reuters.com/technology/tiktok-preparing-us-shut-off-sunday-information-reports-2025-01-15/
• https://bsky.app/profile/tjmiller.bsky.social/post/3lfi5lavvvs2j

TJ Miller and Chris Gmyr discuss their experiences transitioning back to work after the holidays, share highlights from their New Year celebrations, and delve into the joys of 3D printing. They reflect on family traditions, travel adventures, and the challenges of managing ADHD during busy times. The conversation is filled with humor and relatable anecdotes about parenting and holiday festivities.

Socials

• https://slightlycaffeinated.fm (email hey@)
• https://suggest.gg/slightlycaff
• https://bsky.app/profile/slightlycaffeinated.fm
• https://x.com/slightlycaffpod
• https://bsky.app/profile/chrisgmyr.dev
• https://x.com/cmgmyr
• https://chrisgmyr.dev
• https://bsky.app/profile/tjmiller.bsky.social
• https://x.com/heytjmiller
• https://www.tjmiller.me

References Mentioned

• https://bambulab.com/en-us

Chris Gmyr and TJ Miller discuss their holiday preparations, family traditions, and personal updates. They share insights on their Christmas plans, including food traditions and family gatherings. The conversation shifts to their professional goals for the upcoming year, focusing on personal development, health, and strategies for effective goal setting. They emphasize the importance of community building and the challenges of balancing work and personal life, especially during the holiday season.

Socials

• https://slightlycaffeinated.fm (email hey@)
• https://suggest.gg/slightlycaff
• https://bsky.app/profile/slightlycaffeinated.fm
• https://x.com/slightlycaffpod
• https://bsky.app/profile/chrisgmyr.dev
• https://x.com/cmgmyr
• https://chrisgmyr.dev
• https://bsky.app/profile/tjmiller.bsky.social
• https://x.com/heytjmiller
• https://www.tjmiller.me

References Mentioned

• https://github.com/echolabsdev/prism
• https://www.amazon.com/12-Week-Year-Others-Months/dp/1118509234

TJ Miller and Chris Gmyr reflect on their Thanksgiving experiences, discussing family gatherings and holiday traditions. They then transition into a technical discussion about GraphQL, DTOs, and the challenges of implementing structured output in their projects. The conversation wraps up with updates on AI development and the Prism library, highlighting the ongoing refactor and new features being added.

Socials

• https://slightlycaffeinated.fm (email hey@)
• https://suggest.gg/slightlycaff
• https://bsky.app/profile/slightlycaffeinated.fm
• https://x.com/slightlycaffpod
• https://bsky.app/profile/chrisgmyr.dev
• https://x.com/cmgmyr
• https://chrisgmyr.dev
• https://bsky.app/profile/tjmiller.bsky.social
• https://x.com/heytjmiller
• https://www.tjmiller.me

References Mentioned

• https://shopify.dev/docs/api/admin-graphql
• https://github.com/echolabsdev/prism

Chris Gmyr and TJ Miller discuss their recent experiences, including coaching a Science Olympiad team, home improvements, and Thanksgiving traditions. They delve into the benefits of home automation and smart technology, sharing insights on their setups and future plans for enhancing their homes with automation. The conversation highlights the importance of family, traditions, and the joy of teaching and learning together.

Socials

• https://slightlycaffeinated.fm (email hey@)
• https://suggest.gg/slightlycaff
• https://bsky.app/profile/slightlycaffeinated.fm
• https://x.com/slightlycaffpod
• https://bsky.app/profile/chrisgmyr.dev
• https://x.com/cmgmyr
• https://chrisgmyr.dev
• https://bsky.app/profile/tjmiller.bsky.social
• https://x.com/heytjmiller
• https://www.tjmiller.me

References Mentioned

• https://www.adafruit.com/product/3333
• https://app.plantoeat.com/recipes/8481706 (turkey + wet brine)
• https://store-us.meater.com/products/meater-block (wireless thermometers)
• https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N1GH4C8 (turkey with gratitude cards)
• https://bsky.app/profile/chrisgmyr.dev/post/3lbal7r5hlk2p
• https://www.wyze.com/
• https://www.ecobee.com/en-us/smart-thermostats/
• https://www.arlo.com/en-us/cameras
• https://www.philips-hue.com/en-us
• https://us.shelly.com/
• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matter_(standard)
• https://www.digi.com/solutions/by-technology/zigbee-wireless-standard

TJ Miller and Chris Gmyr discuss the challenges of homeownership, including renovations and unexpected issues. They delve into the world of home automation, sharing experiences with smart devices and thermostats. The conversation shifts to the development of a GraphQL SDK, exploring the complexities and potential solutions for better integration. Finally, they discuss browser preferences, particularly the future of the Arc browser and alternatives like Zen browser, weighing the pros and cons of each.

Socials

• https://slightlycaffeinated.fm (email hey@)
• https://suggest.gg/slightlycaff
• https://bsky.app/profile/slightlycaffeinated.fm
• https://x.com/slightlycaffpod
• https://bsky.app/profile/chrisgmyr.dev
• https://x.com/cmgmyr
• https://chrisgmyr.dev
• https://bsky.app/profile/tjmiller.bsky.social
• https://x.com/heytjmiller
• https://www.tjmiller.me

References Mentioned

• https://www.ecobee.com/en-us/smart-thermostats/
• https://graphql.org/
• https://x.com/inxilpro/status/1769474713447714892
• https://github.com/glhd/linearavel
• https://arc.net/
• https://zen-browser.app/

Chris Gmyr and TJ Miller discuss their recent personal and professional experiences, including updates on work projects, challenges in documentation, home renovation projects, and the potential shift in podcast scheduling. They also explore the emerging social media platform Blue Sky and its community dynamics, as well as new features for their podcast.

Socials

• https://slightlycaffeinated.fm (email hey@)
• https://suggest.gg/slightlycaff
• https://bsky.app/profile/slightlycaffeinated.fm
• https://x.com/slightlycaffpod
• https://bsky.app/profile/chrisgmyr.dev
• https://x.com/cmgmyr
• https://chrisgmyr.dev
• https://bsky.app/profile/tjmiller.bsky.social
• https://x.com/heytjmiller
• https://www.tjmiller.me

References Mentioned

• https://www.terminal.shop/ (coffee)
• https://bsky.app/profile/tjmiller.bsky.social/post/3lacqow7co22a (Prism docs update)
• https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071RTL328?th=1 (humidifier)
• https://masteringlaravel.io/
• https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:wys7uju57pkwlqg5ja5lezpz/post/3laei3cc73a2g
• https://bsky.app/starter-pack/mijustin.bsky.social/3l75rwvv4ii24 (Laravel starter pack)
• https://readwise.io/i/chris384 (Chris’s Referral Link)
• https://twitter.com/aschmelyun

TJ Miller and Chris Gmyr share their recent experiences, including camping adventures, Halloween festivities, and insights from the All Things Open conference. They discuss the challenges of various projects they've worked on, highlighting the importance of thoughtful problem-solving and collaboration in development. The conversation emphasizes the evolving landscape of technology, particularly in AI and developer tools, while also reflecting on personal growth through challenging experiences.

Socials

• https://slightlycaffeinated.fm
• https://bsky.app/profile/slightlycaffeinated.fm
• https://x.com/slightlycaffpod
• https://bsky.app/profile/chrisgmyr.dev
• https://x.com/cmgmyr
• https://chrisgmyr.dev
• https://bsky.app/profile/tjmiller.bsky.social
• https://x.com/heytjmiller
• https://www.tjmiller.me

References Mentioned

• https://2024.allthingsopen.org/
• https://2024.allthingsopen.org/sessions/building-open-source-ai-featuring-granite-continue-olama-a-panel-dicussion-moderated-by-changelog
• https://ollama.com/
• https://ollama.com/blog/ibm-granite
• https://www.continue.dev/
• https://2024.allthingsopen.org/sessions/designing-dx
• https://www.youtube.com/allthingsopen
• https://2024.allthingsopen.org/sessions/how-i-bought-booze-with-a-json-web-token
• https://verifiablecredentials.dev/