• Web News: A ChatGPT Nightmare (AI Etiquette)
    Oct 18 2025

    In this edition of the HTML All The Things Web News, Matt and Mike discuss a viral Reddit post where a web developer says their manager’s use of ChatGPT has made their job a nightmare. They unpack whether this is the new workplace reality or a case of AI overstepping its bounds. Along the way, they share their own client experiences, talk AI etiquette, and explore how developers can set healthy boundaries when working alongside artificial intelligence.

    Show Notes: www.htmlallthethings.com/podcast/a-chatgpt-nightmare-ai-etiquette

    Original Reddit Post: https://www.reddit.com/r/webdev/comments/1o80iri/chat_gpt_is_making_my_job_into_a_nightmare/

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    29 mins
  • CSS Crash Course (For Absolute Beginners)
    Oct 14 2025

    In this episode of the HTML All The Things Podcast, Matt breaks down CSS for absolute beginners. You’ll learn what CSS is, where it goes, and how it makes websites look beautiful. From understanding selectors and specificity to learning why classes beat IDs for flexibility—this crash course keeps things simple, visual, and easy to understand through audio. Matt also walks through common CSS mistakes beginners make and how to avoid them.

    Show Notes: https://www.htmlallthethings.com/podcast/css-crash-course-for-absolute-beginners

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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Web News: The Importance of Learning Order in Coding
    Oct 11 2025

    While working on the HTML Crash Course, Matt realized how easy it is for experienced developers to skip foundational steps when teaching. In this episode, Matt explores why learning order is so important and how educators can make programming more accessible without overwhelming beginners.

    Show Notes: https://www.htmlallthethings.com/podcast/the-importance-of-learning-order-in-coding

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    22 mins
  • Developer Education and Mentoring | w/ Shant Dashjian
    Oct 9 2025

    In this episode of the HTML All The Things Podcast, Matt sits down with Shant Dashjian, a developer educator at Scrimba and founder of Pro Coding Mentor. Shant shares his journey from learning code to mentoring aspiring developers, highlighting the importance of building strong fundamentals, gaining real-world experience, and staying consistent when the going gets tough. We talk about what makes an effective mentor, how developers can make the most of coding bootcamps and platforms like Scrimba, and why community is often the missing link in a student’s success. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to give back by mentoring others, this episode is full of practical advice and insights to level up your career.

    Show Notes: https://www.htmlallthethings.com/podcast/developer-education-and-mentoring-w-shant-dashjian

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    46 mins
  • Is Web Development Too Easy Now?
    Oct 7 2025

    Modern web development feels easier than ever — but only on the surface. In this episode, Matt and Mike break down which parts of web dev have truly become simple thanks to frameworks, AI scaffolding, and one-click hosting… and which parts remain tough as ever. From complex third-party integrations and security concerns to scaling, debugging, and design systems, they explore the deeper challenges that still require human creativity and technical judgment.

    Show Notes: https://www.htmlallthethings.com/podcast/is-web-development-too-easy-now

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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Web News: Phones, Golf, and the Problem of Always Being Connected
    Oct 4 2025

    In this edition of the Web News, Matt dives into a thought he had while out on the golf course: are we ever going to have tech that’s so seamless it doesn’t pull us out of the moment? We’ll talk about the current state of ‘analog’ versus ‘digital’ experiences, why even the most advanced wearables can’t fully disappear into the background yet, and what it might take to reach a future where technology is truly invisible but still helpful.

    Show Notes: https://www.htmlallthethings.com/podcast/phones-golf-and-the-problem-of-always-being-connected

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    28 mins
  • HTML Crash Course (For Absolute Beginners)
    Sep 30 2025

    Learning HTML is the first step to building websites, but it can feel overwhelming when you’re starting from scratch. In this crash course, Matt and Mike break down the absolute basics of HTML in a way that’s clear, practical, and beginner-friendly. You’ll learn what HTML is, how tags work, why structure matters, and how semantic HTML makes your sites more accessible and SEO-ready. We’ll also cover how search engines use your HTML, why clean code helps ranking, and what to focus on before diving into CSS and beyond. Whether you’re brand new to coding or brushing up on fundamentals, this episode will give you the foundation you need to start building the web.

    Show Notes: https://www.htmlallthethings.com/podcast/html-crash-course-for-absolute-beginners

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    50 mins
  • Web News: Making Developer Tutorials Beginner-Friendly
    Sep 27 2025

    When beginners try to learn coding, jargon-heavy tutorials can leave them feeling confused and discouraged. In this Web News episode, Matt and Mike discuss the importance of using accessible language when writing tutorials, landing pages, and guides. Developers don’t need to explain every detail, but making your explanations approachable helps more people learn faster and feel more confident.

    Show Notes: https://www.htmlallthethings.com/podcast/making-developer-tutorials-beginner-friendly

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    33 mins