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 00:00 Welcome to Syntax!
00:51 How Wes and Scott met Scott Tolinski & The Origins of LevelUpTuts
LevelUpTutorials
WesBos.com
09:31 How Syntax got its name Episode 001: React Tools
15:30 Getting sponsors Delicious Brains
FreshBooks
18:53 Hasty Treats and expanding the show
22:36 Adding interviews to Syntax SVGs with Sara Soueidan
23:38 Syntax’s first live show Live at JAMstack_conf
27:58 Brought to you by Sentry.io
28:34 Acquisition by Sentry 600th Episode! Major Announcement and Swag Giveaway!
33:56 Hiring a producer Randy Rektor
36:39 Transitioning to video and growing the team Rating and ROASTING Coding Desk Setups
CJ Reynolds
Kaitlin Bloom
41:47 Launching the merch store Sentry.shop
46:01 The future of Syntax
47:23 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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