892: The History of Syntax

Wes and Scott talk about the origins of Syntax, sharing how a friendly course name conflict led to a mastermind group, then a podcast, and eventually a full-blown media brand. They also reflect on key milestones, from early episodes and sponsorships to joining Sentry, expanding the team, and what’s next.

Show Notes

• Welcome to Syntax!
• How Wes and Scott met
  • Scott Tolinski & The Origins of LevelUpTuts
  • LevelUpTutorials
  • WesBos.com
• How Syntax got its name
  • Episode 001: React Tools
• Getting sponsors
  • Delicious Brains
  • FreshBooks
• Hasty Treats and expanding the show
• Adding interviews to Syntax
  • SVGs with Sara Soueidan
• Syntax’s first live show
  • Live at JAMstack_conf
• Brought to you by Sentry.io
• Acquisition by Sentry
  • 600th Episode! Major Announcement and Swag Giveaway!
• Hiring a producer
  • Randy Rektor
• Transitioning to video and growing the team
  • Rating and ROASTING Coding Desk Setups
  • CJ Reynolds
  • Kaitlin Bloom
• Launching the merch store
  • Sentry.shop
• The future of Syntax
• Sick Picks + Shameless Plugs

Sick Picks

• Scott: Crucial X10 Pro 4TB Portable SSD
• Wes: MONVICT Cordless Glue Gun

Shameless Plugs

• Syntax YouTube Channel

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