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The Good ThingDid we just get Rug Pulled by Cursor?Happy Friday, and Welcome Back!Cursor's recent pricing change sparked a developer exodus. But it really wasn’t about the price.2025’s darling AI-code-editor Cursor shook its community this week with surprise pricing and usage changes that blindsided many. But It wasn’t just about the money, it was about the lack of transparency.They apologized, but only for how they announced it, not for the changes themselves. The fallout? Heated debates across Cursor's social channels and numerous articles (including one from TechCrunch) dissecting their “non-apology” apology.On the topic of Cursor… Cl...2025-07-1259 min

The Good ThingDemand-Driven Schemas, AI Overreach, and the Dev Job CrisisIn this episode of The Good Thing with Stefan & Jens, our CEO Jens takes us through his latest LinkedIn post calling out a growing anti-pattern: generating GraphQL schemas from OpenAPI specs: deep dive into how we should (and shouldn’t) be building APIs.Topics this episode:Apollo GraphQL’s new “Connectors” feature… which somehow breaks their own Principled GraphQL guidelines. We unpack where things went sideways and what demand-driven schema design is really about."The first problem I see is that a GraphQL Schema should always be demand driven. A demand driven schema should abs...2025-07-071h 04

The Good Thing2025 AI STARTUP TIER LIST DISCLAIMER: This episode is much more fun in video-form. Check the link below for the link to the video version on YouTube. Everyone's building an AI startup in 2025. But how many will make it to 2026?VC funding is flowing, landing pages are sleek, and the term “AI-native” is slapped on everything from search tools to to-do apps. It’s a great time to start an AI company — but a brutal one to survive in.In this episode of The Good Thing with Stefan & Jens, we decided to cut through the noise. Inspired by the energy o...2025-07-071h 20

The Good ThingGo vs. Rust, AI Blackmail, and OpenAI’s IPO—UnpackedWhen you're building in public, you don’t just ship code—you ship opinions. And sometimes, those opinions light the internet on fire.In this week’s episode of The Good Thing, Jens and Stefan unpack three of the most talked-about stories in tech—from language wars to AI ethics to the future of foundational infrastructure.We cover:Go vs. Rust – why Jens’s viral post stirred up so much emotion, and what’s actually at stake for dev teams choosing between themClaude and the blackmail buzz – TechCrunch’s report on Anthropic’s AI...2025-07-071h 01

The Good ThingFeat. Robert Farr, Principal Software Architect @ ProcoreWhen you’re scaling systems, moving fast is only half the battle. You also need clarity around architecture, real-world feedback, and a deep understanding of how tools like GraphQL and AI actually fit into your pipeline. That’s where experience counts—and this week, we brought in one of the best.On this episode of The Good Thing, Jens and Stefan are joined by Robert Farr, Principal Software Architect at Procore. With 22+ years in engineering and a track record across distributed systems, big data, and cloud architecture, Robert brings hard-earned perspective to the kinds of problems you don’t...2025-07-071h 06

The Good ThingIs a TAB Your Shortcut to Building the Right Product?TECHNICAL ADVISORY BOARDS: When you're building a platform for developers, shipping fast is not enough. You need feedback loops that grow with your product. You need insights from the people who hit the edge cases first. That is what a strong TAB enables.In this week’s episode of The Good Thing, Jens and Stefan take you inside WunderGraph’s own Technical Advisory Board — what it is, how it works, and why it has become a critical part of how we build.We cover:Who belongs in a great TAB and why perspective divers...2025-07-071h 09

The Good ThingWhat Happens to Conway’s Law When AI Joins the Dev Team?APIs are shaped by teams. But what happens when teams are shaped by AI?Conway’s Law famously says that software mirrors the communication structures of the teams that build it. But in a world of generative AI, autonomous agents, and increasingly API-first systems—how does that law hold up?What we cover:AI-Augmented Architectures – how generative tools influence team structures and API designSystem Boundaries – when Conway’s Law helps… and when it hurtsOrg Design for AI Era – how to align communication, ownership, and automationAPIs as Interf...2025-07-0756 min

The Good ThingThe Other Side of OSS Rug Pulls: Can They Steal Your Business?Reuse is at the heart of open source, but what happens when reuse turns into rebranding?When a third party matches your project feature-for-feature, slaps on a new logo, and sells it without contributing a cent or a single PR… what do you do?What we cover:License Levers – weighing Apache 2.0, SSPL, and Fair Code tradeoffsDual-Licensing & Open Core – can “pay-for-extras” models protect innovation?Trademark & Branding – using reputation as your defensive moatCommunity vs. Commercial – how do you balance contributor trust with sustainable growth?Each strategy solve...2025-07-0756 min

The Good ThingLove/Hate with Landing PagesDISCLAIMER: This episode is much more fun in video-form. Check out the link below for the link to the video episode on YouTube.What makes a landing page actually work for developers? And why do so many fall short?In this week’s episode of The Good Thing Podcast, Stefan and Jens dive into the design, messaging, and overall strategy behind the landing pages of some of today’s top developer platforms. From standout CTAs to common pitfalls, they break down what works, what doesn’t—and how we’re applying those insights at WunderGraph.In th...2025-07-071h 14

The Good ThingThe Future of API Development: Building Internal Apps Faster Than EverThe Future of API Development: Building Internal Apps Faster Than EverCreating internal tools used to be a tedious process—connecting data sources, configuring UI, and deploying systems manually. But what if you could generate fully functional internal apps with a single prompt?In this episode, we showcase a powerful new feature built on WunderGraph’s Supergraph and MCP Gateway that lets teams create employee dashboards and internal apps in minutes—not days.From changing availability statuses in real time to auto-generating complete admin panels, we’re witnessing a shift in how internal software...2025-07-0752 min

The Good ThingThe Tobi AI Memo: Shopify's Bezos Moment?The Tobi AI Memo: Shopify's Bezos Moment? | TGT #13In this episode, we're gonna discuss the leaked internal memo from Shopify CEO Tobi Lütke that outlines a bold new direction for AI integration within the organization.Let's unpack the 10 key insights from the internal message—an emerging "AI mandate" that echoes the impact of Jeff Bezos’ famous 2002 API directive at Amazon. As the tech world moves toward AI-native workflows, Shopify’s internal alignment around AI could signal a broader shift in how modern product and engineering teams operate.We'll also discuss:AI-Na...2025-07-071h 01

The Good ThingHow GraphQL Federation is Redefining Scalable APIWant to join us on the podcast? Reach out to jacob@wundergraph.com!Beyond GraphQL: How Federation is Redefining Scalable API ArchitectureAs organization scale, API management becomes increasingly complex, GraphQL Federation offers a transformative approach, enabling teams to build modular, scalable, and efficient API architectures.In this episode, we delve into the evolution of GraphQL Federation—how it addresses the limitations of monolithic GraphQL APIs, enhances team collaboration, and streamlines API development at scale.What to Expect in This EpisodeThe Evolution of GraphQL Federation 2025-07-071h 13

The Good Thing$7.5M Series A – Building the Future of API CollaborationBig announcement: We’ve secured $7.5M to revolutionize API collaboration!In this special episode, we break down our Series A funding —what it means for WunderGraph, how it shapes our future, and the journey that got us here. Led by Karma Ventures, with participation from eBay Ventures and Aspenwood Ventures, this investment is a huge step forward in making WunderGraph Cosmo the go-to solution for API management at scale.What's inside this episode?The Story Behind Our $7.5M Series A Funding⟶ A behind-the-scenes look at how we secured funding, the ch...2025-07-071h 03

The Good ThingBuilding WunderGraph: The Highs, Lows, & Lessons LearnedThe Good Thing Podcast Episode 10 | Building WunderGraph: The Highs, Lows & Lessons LearnedFor our 10th episode, we're making it extra special—an in-person conversation featuring all four WunderGraph founders: Björn, Jens, Dustin, and Stefan.This offers an inside look at the journey of building WunderGraph—from the early decisions that shaped its success to the challenges and missteps along the way. We’ll discuss what we love about the platform, what we would have done differently, and the realities of running a remote-first company in today’s tech era.Join us as we discus...2025-07-071h 06

The Good ThingWhat Language Should You Vibe Code In?With so many programming languages—JavaScript, Python, Go, Rust, TypeScript—how do you choose the one that matches your vibe?Choosing the right programming language is one of the most important decisions developers make. But beyond personal preference, what factors truly define the best language for a given project?In this episode, we break down the pros and cons of programming languages and explore how different factors—performance, scalability, ecosystem, and developer experience—shape the decision-making process.But that's not all. We also explore an intriguing shift: Why did the creators of TypeScript opt for...2025-07-071h 11

The Good ThingThe State of GraphQL Federation in 2025The State of Federation | What We've Learned Through Rapid Scale with Top EnterpriseIn this episode, we take an in-depth look at our evolving approach to API integration and scalability. Drawing from our experiences with Top Enterprise clients, we share our insights on Federation—its challenges, breakthroughs, and the best practices/strategies we’ve developed along the way.Along with a comprehensive review of several key topics.Our discussion includes:* The State of Federation ⟶ Learn how rapid scale with leading enterprises has refined our Federation strategy. We discuss the real-world challenges we’ve...2025-07-071h 01

The Good ThingMeet the Masterminds behind Composition and Query PlanningEver wondered how Composition and Query Planning in GraphQL Federation works?In this episode, Founding Engineers Sergey and Chief Composition Officer David share their insights and experiences at WunderGraph while discussing the intricacies of Federation.What You'll Learn:* Insights into the unique challenges of being founder engineers at an early stage startup * Deep dive into the relationship between Federation, Composition & Query Planning * Why it's still exciting to work on GraphQL tooling after more than 5 years * What our experts think of Audits and the Federation EcosystemThe Good Thing...2025-07-071h 36

The Good ThingStartups: Should You Copy Your Competitors?Advice for Startups: Should You Copy Your Competitors? Copying your competitors might seem like a shortcut to success—but is it really? Could it actually be holding you back from real innovation? In this episode, Stefan & Jens break down the pros and cons of following your competition’s playbook. 💡 What You’ll Learn When copying competitors make sense (and when it doesn't) The risk of following trends vs. building something original How to analyze competitors without losing your unique edge The Good Thing is... Every e...2025-06-101h 09

The Good ThingAPIs, Development, and GraphQLFounder Mode vs. Founding Team & Is REST vs. GraphQL an Outdated Debate?In this episode of The Good Thing, Stefan and Jens dive into two hot topics: Is “Founder Mode” scalable compared to a strong founding team? and Is the REST vs. GraphQL debate outdated?We unpack the realities of scaling a startup beyond the “do-it-all” founder phase, the trade-offs of solo vision vs. a well-balanced team, and why many developers are still debating REST vs. GraphQL in 2025. Has the conversation moved past this comparison, and what’s next in API evolution?Tune in for a r...2025-06-101h 10

The Good ThingWhy Every DevTool Becomes an Enterprise ToolIn this episode of The Good Thing, Stefan and Jens dive deep into the inevitable journey of devtool companies transitioning into enterprise-focused giants. We discuss why almost every successful devtool company eventually targets enterprise customers, the unique challenges and opportunities that come with scaling to that level, and how funding strategies evolve as you grow.Along the way, we share personal stories from building WunderGraph, reflecting on key lessons learned, trade-offs made, and unexpected discoveries. Whether you’re building a company or just curious about what it takes to scale a devtool to enterprise success, this episode of...2025-06-101h 13

The Good ThingDustin Deus: Insights from the CTO of a Scaling StartupJoin Stefan as he sits down with Dustin Deus, CTO and co-founder of WunderGraph, for a fun and insightful conversation about all things tech.From scaling WunderGraph’s architecture to the challenges of building a next-generation platform for GraphQL Federation, Dustin shares his thoughts on technical decision-making, team collaboration, and innovation.We’ll dive into trade-offs in software engineering, Dustin’s journey to becoming CTO, and how technical leadership evolves as a company scales. Expect plenty of “good things” and maybe a few behind-the-scenes stories from the WunderGraph team! Tune in every Friday at 9 AM on...2025-06-1056 min

The Good ThingHow to Prepare for Super Bowl-level Traffic?In this special episode, join Stefan & Jens as they walk through what it takes to survive a Super Bowl-level traffic spike. “The Good Thing” is a podcast by Stefan and Jens, focusing on APIs, software development, GraphQL, and the trade-offs in engineering. Inspired by our startup journey at WunderGraph, The Good Thing comes from a phrase often used to find the positives in any situation, no matter the challenges. We also apply this phrase when building because any choice in engineering requires trade-offs.With a casual chat format, the podcast dives into real-world challenges, lessons, and...2025-06-101h 00

The Good ThingWho are we? THE GOOD THING #1 The Good Thing – Episode #1 “The Good Thing” is a podcast by Stefan and Jens, focusing on APIs, software development, GraphQL, and the trade-offs in engineering. Inspired by our startup journey at WunderGraph, The Good Thing comes from a phrase we often use to find the positives in any situation, no matter the challenges. We also apply this phrase when building, because any choice in engineering requires trade-offs. With a casual chat format, the podcast dives into real-world challenges, lessons, and insights, blending humor and expertise. Special guests occasionally join the conversation to explore the ever-evolving world...2025-06-061h 10

VerticAI NewshoundAI morning brief - 2025-03-28Episode Summary:In today's AI update, we delve into Google's latest AI-powered travel features set to transform digital clutter into organized travel itineraries, backed by the new Gemini AI. We also examine OpenAI's imminent $40 billion funding round, promising significant advancements in AI. Other stories include Anthropic's breakthroughs in AI transparency, TikTok's e-commerce expansion, and regulatory developments affecting AI technology.Key Topics Discussed:- Google has introduced an AI feature to aid in travel planning by turning user-uploaded screenshots into organized maps and itineraries using its Gemini AI. Although initially targeted for English-speaking U.S. users, potential global expansion is in...2025-03-2803 min

Seed to SequoiaLessons from a $7 Billion exit: Founder Bets That Pay off Big | Lars Leckie of Aspenwood VenturesLars Leckie is the managing director and partner of Aspenwood Ventures. He and his partner Steve started their career at the first ever software focused venture capital firm that started back in the late eighties, and took over that firm turning it ino Aspenwood Ventures. They look for disruptive technologies and market shifts, aiming for companies to reach $100 million in revenue and stressing the importance of building real businesses and identifying founders with a track record of success. The investing history Lars draws on includes multi billion dollar exits like Hyperion, Omniture, Mulesoft, and five...2024-06-201h 07

Scaling DevToolsStartups don't need DevRel. A debate.Stefan Avram recently tweeted that "You shouldn't have devrels. Your customers should be your devrels"So I invited Stefan on to debate this with one of the industry's most respected DevRels Dan Moore from Fusion Auth. This is episode is sponsored by WorkOS. If you're thinking about selling to enterprise customers, WorkOS can help you add enterprise features like Single Sign On and audit logs.Links:Stefan's tweet https://twitter.com/StefanTMD/status/1735022106822295920Dan Moore https://twitter.com/mooreds Fusion Auth https://fusionauth.io/Wundergraph https://wundergraph.com/ 2024-03-2142 min

Frontier Podcast by Gun.ioEp. 38: Stefan Avram, Head of Growth and Co-Founder at WunderGraphTeja sits down with Stefan Avram, Head of Growth and Co-founder at WunderGraph, an open-source GraphQL federation. They discuss how injuries can change your life trajectory, the complexities of working with distributed teams, and how sometimes getting fired can be the best thing that's ever happened to you. www.wundergraph.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-12-2134 min

Dev Propulsion LabsStefan Avram - WunderGraphThis week we talk to Stefan Avram, Co-Founder and Head of Growth at Wundergraph, a Backend for Frontend Framework to optimize frontend, fullstack and backend developer workflows through API Composition.TooltipsEvil Martians transform growth-stage startups into unicorns, build developer tools, and create open source products.https://evilmartians.com/2023-11-3031 min

The Unicorn FindersWunderGraph - The Open-Source Apollo GraphOS AlternativeWe are hanging out with Co-Founder Sefan Avram today on the show to talk all things API and Wundergraph! Remember to review and subscribe and connect with us on LinkedIn as well!2023-10-1730 min

Software Engineering Radio - the podcast for professional software developersSE Radio 576: Jens Neuse on Back Ends for Front EndsJens Neuse, founder of Wundergraph, joins SE Radio host Jeff Doolittle for a conversation about back ends for front ends, or BFF. Jens begins by explaining how a heavy integration burden is often placed on front-end development teams. When multiple APIs must be integrated, it can be challenging for client development in web, mobile, and desktop environments. Explaining how APIs should be treated as dependencies, just like packages, the episode explores BFF patterns and use cases, as well as the future potential emergence of a “git for APIs” standard. This episode is sponsored by ClickSend. 2023-08-0959 min

Software Engineering Radio - The Podcast for Professional Software DevelopersSE Radio 576: Jens Neuse on Back Ends for Front EndsJens Neuse, founder of Wundergraph, joins SE Radio host Jeff Doolittle for a conversation about back ends for front ends, or BFF. Jens begins by explaining how a heavy integration burden is often placed on front-end development teams. When multiple APIs must be integrated, it can be challenging for client development in web, mobile, and desktop environments. Explaining how APIs should be treated as dependencies, just like packages, the episode explores BFF patterns and use cases, as well as the future potential emergence of a “git for APIs” standard. This episode is sponsored by ClickSend. 2023-08-0959 min

The Coder Career#72: Eelco Wiersma (Founder of SAAS UI and Senior Engineer at Wundergraph)Eelco Wiersma is the founder of SAAS UI and a Senior Software Engineer at WunderGraph. Eelco joins Cam to chat about the future of front end web development, if AI is a threat or opportunity, how engineers can develop their problem solving skills away from the computer, and being a digital nomad.Follow Eelco on TwitterContact CamPatreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-08-0751 min

Fundraising: Demystified! True Stories Direct From FoundersEp - 9 What is Venture-Market Fit? - Jens Neuse, Founder, WunderGraphI'm excited to announce the release of episode 9 of Fundraising Demystified, featuring an insightful conversation with Jens Neuse, co-founder of Wundergraph, a next-generation framework to optimize frontend, backend, & full-stack developer workflow. They've recently raised a $3MM Seed round. We talk about how founders need to understand the VC game, why cold emails won’t work & why founders should focus on building a brand instead, & why he thinks the pitch deck isn’t as important as most think it should be. Here's what we discussed: - The journey of Wundergraph, from a self-taught software engineer to starting a successful company. - Th...2023-08-0143 min

The Business of Open SourceCultivating an Active Community With Stefan AvramStefan Avram, Co-Founder and Head of Growth at WunderGraph, is taking the open source world by storm. With his company specializing in full stack and workflows through API composition, it is no wonder he has fostered a vast community of developers around WunderGraph.On today's episode, Avram delves into the story and creation of WunderGraph. He also recounts how he organized a massive discord community to foster healthy feedback for growth. Lastly, Avram speaks on the hardships of building a start-up company and what it takes to flourish—all this and more on this episode of Th...2023-04-2626 min

saas.unboundStefan Avram @Wundergraph. Building open-source SaaS in publicsaas.unbound is a podcast for and about founders who are working on scaling inspiring products that people love brought to you by https://saas.group/. I'm your host Anna Nadeina, Head of Growth for saas.group.In this episode #10, we are talking with Stefan Avram, co-founder and Head of Growth @Wundergraph (https://wundergraph.com/). Stefan talks about choosing to build Wundergraph in public from day 1, their growth and retention strategy, why your relationships with investors and your marriage are pretty much the same thing, and how listening to customers helps gain more traction, get development ideas...2023-03-0942 min

Linux in the Ham ShackLHS Episode #472: Elementary My Dear Watson Hello and welcome to Episode 472 of Linux in the Ham Shack. In this short-topics epsiode, the hosts discuss several amateur radio and open source related topics including improvements to GNU Radio, the new book from Science is Elementary, Shotcut, WunderGraph, an update on Hamshack Hotline and much more. Thank you for listening and we hope you have a fantastic week. 73 de The LHS Crew 2022-06-2331 min

Linux in the Ham Shack (OGG Feed)LHS Episode #472: Elementary My Dear Watson Hello and welcome to Episode 472 of Linux in the Ham Shack. In this short-topics epsiode, the hosts discuss several amateur radio and open source related topics including improvements to GNU Radio, the new book from Science is Elementary, Shotcut, WunderGraph, an update on Hamshack Hotline and much more. Thank you for listening and we hope you have a fantastic week. 73 de The LHS Crew 2022-06-2331 min

React Round UpGoing Deep on Next.js ft. Atila Fassina - RRU 166Atila Fassina joins the Round Up to discuss how he got into Next and what he's doing with it now. The panel dives into the ins and outs of what you can do with Next and some advanced uses for the framework. Panel Jack HerringtonPaige NiedringhausTJ Vantoll Guest Atila Fassina Sponsors Top End DevsRaygun | Click here to get started on your free 14-day trialCoaching | Top End Devs Links State Management In Next.js — Smashing MagazineWeb VitalsGitHub - BuilderIO/partytownLocalizing Your Next.js App — Smashing MagazineTwitter: Atila ( @AtilaFassina ) Picks Atila- XStateAtila- RemixJack- WunderGraphPaige- React TableTJ- Camtasia: Screen Recorder & Video Editor (Free Tria...2021-12-1502 min