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HTML All The Things - Web Development, AI, and Developer Careers

Matt Lawrence and Mike Karan

HTML All The Things is a podcast for developers navigating the modern web industry. Hosted by web development agency owners Matt Lawrence and Mike Karan, the show explores web development, AI-driven industry shifts, and the realities of building a sustainable career in tech. Matt and Mike discuss foundational technologies like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript along with modern tools and frameworks such as Svelte, Vue, WordPress, React, and Tailwind. But beyond the code, the show also dives into

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62:54

What Do Developers Do Now in the Age of AI?

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2026/01/20

AI tools are changing how software is written - but what does that actually mean for developers right now? In this episode, Matt and Mike dig into whether AI will replace developers or simply reshape the role, all while the tech job market remains challenging for juniors and experienced devs alike. They discuss why developer documentation and tutorial content is seeing traffic declines, how this moment echoes past tech panic cycles like automation in the trucking industry, and what today’s

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24:11

How Open Source Makes Money? (Tailwind CSS Debacle)

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2026/01/17

Despite Tailwind CSS usage continuing to grow, the company recently revealed a sharp revenue decline tied to the rise of AI coding tools. Founder Adam Wathan explained how tools like GitHub Copilot and ChatGPT reduced documentation traffic, cutting off Tailwind’s primary revenue funnel. In this edition of Web News, Matt and Mike explore what this means for Tailwind, the broader open-source ecosystem, and how open-source projects actually make money in 2026.Show Notes:

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44:28

Can AI Teach Me React? (Stuck in Tutorial Hell)

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2026/01/13

In this episode of the HTML All The Things Podcast, Matt continues his experiment to see whether AI can actually teach him React - or if it just leads straight into tutorial hell. After taking Mike’s advice to step away from AI and try writing code manually, Matt quickly realizes how hard it is to apply new concepts without guidance, especially when unfamiliar JavaScript ES6 features enter the picture.The discussion dives into learning React through AI-assisted tutorials, the struggle of truly

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24:05

Web News: Is Microsoft Copilot Any Good?

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2026/01/10

Microsoft has been pushing Copilot into nearly every corner of its ecosystem - Microsoft 365, Windows 11, Xbox, and even PC branding - but the reaction from developers and users feels strangely muted. In this edition of the Web News, Matt takes the lead as we check in on Microsoft Copilot, the state of Windows 11, and how the broader Microsoft ecosystem is being perceived heading into 2026. Is Copilot actually useful, or is it just another feature being forced into products people already feel

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66:03

Web Development Predictions for 2026

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2026/01/06

In this episode of the HTML All The Things Podcast, Matt and Mike look back at the biggest web development trends of 2025 before making predictions for what’s coming in 2026. From the explosion of AI-assisted tooling and supply-chain security incidents to framework fatigue, React Server Component controversies, and Svelte 5’s momentum, the landscape is shifting fast. They also discuss why design engineering roles are rising, why exploits and CVEs may accelerate, and how AI will continue to reshape

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35:01

Web News: The Clair Obscur AI Debacle

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2026/01/03

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 was one of 2025’s most celebrated games - until the Indie Game Awards stripped it of Game of the Year and Debut Game honors. The reason? The use of Gen AI placeholder assets during development, some of which accidentally shipped and were later patched out. In this Web News, we break down what happened, why the IGAs took such a hard stance, and what this controversy says about Gen AI disclosure, tooling, and modern game development.Show Notes:

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51:38

JavaScript Basics: Learn These Concepts First...

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2025/12/30

This is a re-release of a super popular episode from back in 2023 - happy holidays! Learning JavaScript from scratch can be as much about syntax as it is programming concepts, especially when it's your first language. Concepts like knowing how and why you need a place to store bits of data (variables), re-using code snippets instead of writing them repeatedly (functions), making decisions (conditional statements), and working with collections of data (arrays and looping) are all second nature to

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33:18

Web News: How To Choose The Right Browser

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2025/12/27

Choosing a browser used to be simple - pick Chrome, Edge, or Safari and move on. But in 2025, browser choice has become a much deeper decision, especially for developers and power users. With options like Firefox, Arc, Brave, Opera GX, and even AI-driven browsers entering the conversation, the question isn’t just which browser is best - it’s what are you optimizing for?In this Web News, we break down how people choose their browser, when it makes sense to switch, and whether paying for a browser

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56:55

Can AI Teach Me React? (Project‑Based Learning)

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2025/12/23

In this episode, Matt and Mike explore whether AI can effectively teach React through project-based learning. Using a real side project - rebuilding the Xbox 360 Blades dashboard as a web app - they walk through how React concepts like props, state, and component structure are learned through iteration, experimentation, and replacing code as understanding improves. The discussion focuses on learning by building, avoiding overwhelm, and using AI as a guide rather than a shortcut. Show Notes:

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24:49

Web News: The Art of Offline Programming

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2025/12/20

With modern development, we’re almost never coding alone. Google, MDN, Stack Overflow, and now AI tools like ChatGPT, Copilot, and Gemini are always just a tab away. But what happens if that safety net disappears?In this edition of Web News, we explore the idea of offline programming - whether it’s still realistic going into 2026, what skills it actually tests, and whether there’s any real value in trying to code without constant internet access. Show Notes:

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79:13

My Development Setup in Late 2025

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2025/12/16

In this episode of the HTML All The Things Podcast, Mike walks through his development setup in late 2025 - not just the tools he uses, but how he uses them day-to-day. From his MacBook Pro and editor setup to peripherals, travel gear, and gaming hardware, Mike breaks down what worked well over the past year, what didn’t, and why certain choices stuck.This isn’t a sponsored or affiliate-driven rundown - it’s a practical look at a real developer setup after a year of shipping projects, recording

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22:52

Web News: Should Developers Code Over The Holidays?...

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2025/12/13

The holidays are coming up, and for many developers that brings up a familiar dilemma - should you keep coding, learning, and building… or should you unplug and take a real break? With fast-moving frameworks, constant updates, and pressure to stay relevant, stepping away can feel risky. But burnout is real, and the holidays are often one of the few chances we get to properly recharge. In this Web News, we talk about whether developers should code over the holidays, when it makes sense to keep

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62:43

Is SEO Dead? (SEO in 2026)

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2025/12/09

“SEO is dead” has been a running joke for over a decade - but heading into 2026, the debate feels louder than ever. With AI search, shrinking Google traffic, zero-click results, TikTok discovery, Amazon reviews, Reddit research, and AI assistants reshaping how people find information, the real question isn’t whether SEO is dead… it’s what SEO has become.In this episode, Matt and Mike break down the new world of search in 2025/2026 - where users bounce between Amazon, Reddit, TikTok, YouTube,

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Web News: The End Of Consumer Computing As We Know It

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2025/12/06

In this edition of the Web News, Matt and Mike dive into the idea that consumer computing might be reaching a breaking point. With RAM prices skyrocketing, hardware getting more expensive, and the industry shifting toward cloud-powered and AI-assisted workflows, we ask a dramatic question:Is this the end of consumer computing as we know it? We explore how pricing, market consolidation, and changing developer expectations are reshaping the future - and whether everyday consumers will still be able

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74:12

Never Ending Updates | AI Models, Cursor, Frameworks

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2025/12/02

The web development world never stops moving - frameworks push new versions, browsers release new features, dependabot keeps chiming in, and AI tools like Cursor and the latest LLMs drop at a dizzying pace. In this episode, Mike breaks down why everything updates so fast, how he personally decides what’s worth upgrading, and how he stays sane with the nonstop stream of patches, releases, and AI model announcements. From security fixes to real productivity gains, Mike shares practical strategies for

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29:43

Web News: Should You Be on Every Platform in 2026?

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2025/11/29

In this edition of Web News, we dig into one of the biggest marketing debates heading into 2026: should you try to be on every platform? With SEO shifting beyond Google, brands are reevaluating how they show up across Reddit, X, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and everywhere else people search for answers.We break down when it makes sense to focus on a single platform, when multi-platform posting actually pays off, and why “being everywhere” isn’t always the optimal strategy. From content formats to

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43:40

Should You Say No to Low-Budget Projects?

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2025/11/25

When a client comes in with a dream project and a shoestring budget, what should a developer do? In this episode, Matt and Mike break down the low-budget dilemma - why clients under-budget, when it makes sense to try working with them, and when it’s better to walk away. We explore how to trim features without killing quality, how to set realistic MVP expectations, how to handle classic client excuses (“my cousin can do it cheaper”), and how to protect your reputation even when money is tight. If

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24:37

Web News: Gemini Got an Upgrade (Gemini 3.0)

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2025/11/22

Google has officially rolled out Gemini 3.0, and in this episode we take a casual but focused look at what’s actually improved. Matt and Mike break down the model’s major upgrades, run through how Gemini performed in independent audits, and compare those results to competing LLMs. We also discuss what these improvements mean for day-to-day developer workflows, where Gemini still falls short, and whether Google’s latest release finally puts them back in the race for AI dominance. Please note that

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51:53

New Web Development Tech That’s On My Radar

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2025/11/18

In this episode of the HTML All The Things Podcast, Mike walks through the new web development tech that’s been landing on his radar. From next-gen formatters and bundlers to emerging UI frameworks and terminal-UI toolkits, Mike breaks down what each tool is, why it matters, and where its limitations are today.In this episode Matt and Mike cover: BiomeJS - all-in-one formatter/linter with strong Prettier compatibility Ripple - an experimental TypeScript-first UI framework TanStack Start - a

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Web News: Web App vs App Store - Which Should You...

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2025/11/15

In this edition of Web News, we explore whether developers in 2025 should build a web app or launch through an app store. Web apps offer flexibility and reach, but platforms like the App Store and Google Play bring built-in visibility, reviews, and trusted security. We break down the advantages of each approach and discuss whether launching on a platform gives your project a major edge.Show Notes: https://www.htmlallthethings.com/podcast/web-app-vs-app-store-which-should-you-build-for-2025

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