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 freelancing, running a web agency, dealing with clients, and how developers can stay competitive as the industry evolves.
If you're a developer who wants to sharpen your technical skills, understand where the industry is heading, and build long-term leverage in your career or business, this podcast is for you.
Episodes
Wednesday Jun 04, 2025
Wednesday Jun 04, 2025
In this edition of Web News, we dive into our personal coding companions — from chill playlists and brain-boosting podcasts to TV shows that keep us motivated (or distracted 😅). Whether you're team lo-fi, true crime, or total silence, we've got takes. Plus, we explore how background content affects productivity and creativity.
Show Notes: https://www.htmlallthethings.com/podcasts/do-you-listen-to-music-while-you-code
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Tuesday Jun 03, 2025
Tuesday Jun 03, 2025
In this episode, Matt and Mike explore what it takes to transition from being a developer employee to becoming a tech founder or business owner. They break down how your personal situation—time, money, dependents, and hobbies—can impact your readiness to make the leap. This isn't just about technical skill. You’ll need to think strategically, handle business admin, understand local laws, and price your services or products properly. Plus, they ask a critical question: do you actually want to own a business, or would a different job be a better fit?
Show Notes: https://www.htmlallthethings.com/podcasts/should-you-go-solo-transitioning-from-developer-to-entrepreneur
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Wednesday May 28, 2025
Wednesday May 28, 2025
Are you constantly bombarded by notifications? In this episode of Web News, Matt and Mike dive into the growing problem of digital overwhelm — from buzzing phones to nonstop pings — and how minimal phones might be the answer.
We explore distraction-free devices like the Minimal Phone and Light Phone 3, how they work, and whether switching to one could help you focus, reduce anxiety, and reclaim your time.
📱 Is it time to ditch your smartphone?
Show Notes: https://www.htmlallthethings.com/podcasts/drowning-in-notifications-minimal-phones-might-save-you
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Tuesday May 27, 2025
Tuesday May 27, 2025
In this episode, Matt and Mike explore the 80/20 rule and how developers can use it to boost productivity, reduce burnout, and prioritize what matters—plus how AI is reshaping the rule itself.
Show Notes: https://www.htmlallthethings.com/podcasts/what-the-80-20-rule-really-means-for-web-developers
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Tuesday May 20, 2025
Tuesday May 20, 2025
Endless ideas, abandoned projects, and a pile of unused domain names—sound familiar? In this episode, Matt and Mike explore how developers can avoid false starts and take meaningful first steps when launching new projects. They dig into why buying a domain name might feel productive (but often isn’t), when it's actually the right move, and how jumping into real problem-solving helps build momentum and deeper focus.
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Wednesday May 14, 2025
Wednesday May 14, 2025
In this edition of Web News, Matt and Mike discuss the rapidly evolving world of AI, and AI tooling. As web developers, the guys are no stranger to online tools that promise to do everything under the sun - but lately it feels like an infinite amount of new ones are coming out all the time due, powered by AI. Is it possible to keep up with everything that's coming out? Should you even bother trying?Â
Show Notes: https://www.htmlallthethings.com/podcasts/overwhelmed-by-ai-youre-not-alone
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Tuesday May 13, 2025
Tuesday May 13, 2025
In this episode, Matt and Mike talk about the current state of the dev world—layoffs, AI tools, and the unstable job market—while highlighting the real opportunities that still exist. They share actionable ways to stand out, build useful projects, network, and niche down to land work in a tough economy.
Show Notes: https://www.htmlallthethings.com/podcasts/how-to-get-a-web-development-job-in-2025
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Thursday May 08, 2025
Thursday May 08, 2025
In this episode of HTML All The Things, Mike chats with William Madden, Developer Advocate at Prisma, to uncover what makes modern ORMs essential in today's development workflows. They break down what an ORM is, why developers should care, and how Prisma sets itself apart in the crowded ORM space. William also dives into the technical challenges of building an ORM, the reasoning behind Prisma’s shift from Rust binaries to TypeScript, and what’s on the horizon for the platform. Whether you’re deep in backend development or just getting started with databases, this episode offers insights you won’t want to miss.
Show Notes: https://www.htmlallthethings.com/podcasts/why-prisma-is-still-the-best-orm-w-william-madden
Try out Prisma: https://www.prisma.io/docs/getting-started
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