892: The History of Syntax

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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