In this potluck episode, Wes and Scott answer your questions about modern full-stack stacks, Node.js backend options, managing database indexes, developer burnout, handling toxic bosses, and more!

Show Notes

00:00 Welcome to Syntax!
02:36 What’s your go-to Node.js backend in 2025?
- Polka
06:18 Do you proactively manage database indexes—or fix them only when they become a problem?
09:40 Brought to you by Sentry.io
12:14 After planning a new project, what’s your real-world dev workflow?
- 931: Project Init - How to Make Good Choices When Starting a New Coding Project
18:19 What to do when you’re feeling burned out as a developer
23:34 Picking the right tech stack for your partner’s website
28:18 How do you deal with a toxic boss?
33:10 The ideal tech stack for launching a SaaS MVP
39:46 Is GraphQL still worth it vs REST or RPC?
44:26 Is Vercel steering modern web dev in the wrong direction?
51:20 What’s up with TanStack Forms?
- TanStack Form Latest
59:35 Sick Picks + Shameless Plugs

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