I Totally Misunderstood ATProto
I thought I knew what AT Protocol was about. It was for Bluesky and Bluesky-like sites and maybe auth. I wasn't entirely wrong but I was also way off the mark.
Remote Synthesis
The personal blog of Brian Rinaldi.
Latest posts
When You Build the Wrong Thing
AI makes it almost too simple to release stuff, which can, as in my case, lead to not enough preparation.
Announcing DevRel(ish) – A Free Site for Running IRL Tech Communities
Announcing a new, free and open source site for hosting in-real-life gatherings for niche tech communities.
The Future of CFE.dev
All things must come to an end, I suppose, and so it is with CFE.dev which will conclude after the current schedule of events.
9 Years of CFE.dev
Yeah, I'm pushing a decade of running CFE, which is crazy. Here's the history of the site that you never wanted.
Tips on Migrating from Arc to Zen
I'm switching browsers due to The Browser Company's recently announced change in direction. Here's some migration tips I encountered switching from Arc to Zen.
Is Generative Artificial Intelligence Useful? And Moral?
There are a ton of difficult questions to answer around generative AI. Is it useful and how useful is it? And is it moral both in the way it is built and the way it is used? Let's dig in.
Your DevRel Questions Answered. Finally!
Welcome to my hot takes on DevRel where I share all my spicy opinions that are likely to get me lambasted on a certain social media site I don't use anymore.
Prioritize People Over Pay, Position and Product
Focus on the people you'll work with and for over specific salary goals, title or working on/with a cool product.
Living and Working in a Bizarro World
Reflecting on trying to go through the normal day to day while the world burns around you.
My Predictions for Tech in 2025: Chaos Reigns
If you are looking to have your spirit lifted, you came to the wrong place because, as I see it, the trend lines almost all point in one depressing direction.
Grading my 2024 Predictions for Developers
I wasn't bold and nonetheless I didn't do great. Sheesh.
2024 Year In Review
2024 was filled with challenges, but also some exciting moments.
Community is a Tamagotchi
Many companies handle community wrong because they focus on outcomes over inputs. Here's some tips on how to think about community.
Navigating the Buzzwords of Frontend Development
A guide to commonly used jargon in the frontend and full-stack development world.
The Jamstacked Newsletter has a New Home
Thanks to Cooper Press for hosting it these recent years. Look for future newsletters through CFE
TheJam.dev 2024 - A Free, 2-day Virtual WebDev Conference
We're less than a week away from the best event of the year. Ok, I'm biased, but take a look.
What is Jamstack in 2024?
All good things must come to an end and so, most likely, must my annual Jamstack update. But what have we lost in the process?
What to Expect for Developers in 2024 (My Predictions)
I make my (not so bold) predictions for 2024 around web development, AI, developer events and DevRel.
Updating Your Netlify Functions to 2.0
Netlify Functions 2.0 offer some important improvements, but, to take advantage of them, you'll need to make some simple updates.
Building a (Virtual) Events Site
What does it take to build and run a site that hosts virtual events? Let's dig into how mine is set up.
6 Years and 180 (Virtual) Events Later...
Six years ago this week, I almost accidentally started a community around virtual events for developers.
Adding a Mailing List Subscription with Mailjet and Netlify Functions
Mailing lists are expensive! Let's get set up on a cheaper option using Mailjet and a serverless function.
Lifting Off with Astro 🚀
Let's take a look at how Astro can help you build apps with less JavaScript and better performance.
Is Jamstack Officially Finished?
Do recent changes mean the end of the term Jamstack? Unfortunately, it looks like a yes.
The Art of the CFP: Getting Your Session Accepted
The Call for Papers (CFP) process can be a difficult rite of passage for many developers looking to speak at conferences. These tips should help you succeed.
Full-stack Web Apps Without React
There are a ton of options for full stack web frameworks that don't use React. Let's explore some of them and why they are each unique.
The Price Developers Pay for Loving Their Tools Too Much
Developers are passionate about their tools - sometimes to a fault. There is value in being open to change and new directions.
Can DevRel Be Done Without Twitter?
Twitter has been around pretty much since the beginning of developer relations. Are the two permanently linked?
Is "GraphQL Mesh" the Next Big Thing?
GraphQL Mesh is a concept that consolidates the many sources of data an application consumes. Do recent acqisitions mean it's about to take off?
What Netlify's Acquisition of Gatsby Really Means
It's not about the framework. It's about crossing the streams (of data)
The State of Developer Conferences
Developer conferences still don't appear to be back at full strength, and that may just be a new reality.
Getting Started with Serverless Edge - Exploring the Options
There are a lot of options when it comes to edge functions, let's explore what they are and how they are different.
Lessons Learned from Having My Identity Stolen
I am no expert, but here are some things I learned from having my identity stolen this week.
What is Jamstack in 2023?
Yes, it's become extremely vague but the term still retains some value for developers.
Does the Serverless Edge Live Up to the Hype?
A lot of promises have been made about the serverless edge. Does it meet them?
Moving from Jekyll to Astro
After many years it's time to move to a new site generator.
When an SSG Isn't Just an SSG, What Is It?
Many tools we still call SSGs don't produce static-only content.
What is the Jamstack in 2022?
Are we at risk of losing sight of what made Jamstack great?
Goodbye Mobile Dev Weekly
It's been a fun run over the past 8 years.
Developer Communities You Need to Join Today!
Learn and share with other developers in these communities!
Tips For Running Your First Virtual Conference
Some tips and things to think about when choosing to run a virtual developer conference based upon my recent experiences.
Thinking in Jamstack
One of the more difficult things a new Jamstack developer can face is a change in mind set about when to render content.
What Is the Jamstack in 2021?
What Jamstack means is evolving. While labels don't help you get your work done, they are also important.
The Best Kept Secret for Free Developer Education
CFE.dev has hundreds of hours of free sessions for developers.
Submitting Netlify Forms Using JavaScript
Submit a Netlify form asynchronously using JavaScript without jQuery.
Tips for Running Virtual Meetups and Events
I share tips and advice from my experiences running online meetups, workshops and events.
The J in JAMstack Does Not Stand for React (or Angular, Vue, Svelte, etc.)
Correcting what seems to be a common misconceptions about what makes an app JAMstack
Is JAMstack All Branding and Little Substance?
Is the JAMstack just fancy buzzword marketing or is there actual substance behind the term? I share my thoughts.
Thoughts on the State of JS Survey
A look at the latest edition of the largest JavaScript developer survey.