Listen "#14 - Testing out Search v2.0 on Staging"
Episode Synopsis
SummaryThe conversation covers various topics including their recent trips, organizing and minimalism, and the progress of the Hardcover project. They discuss the implementation of the search functionality and potential improvements. They also explore the idea of an advanced search page with additional filtering options. The conversation concludes with a focus on the importance of snappiness in search results. In this conversation, Adam and Ste discuss various improvements and updates to the Hardcover platform. They focus on improving the speed of search results and finding readers with similar tastes. They also discuss the implementation and testing of these changes, as well as the upcoming release that includes upgrades to Next.js and performance improvements. Additionally, they touch on the importance of user-to-user discovery and location-based discovery. They conclude the conversation by highlighting the exciting updates in design and expressing their enthusiasm for the future of Hardcover.TakeawaysBoulder, Colorado has limited real estate and high prices due to its proximity to the mountains.Preparing for parenthood involves organizing and decluttering the home.The Hardcover project is progressing well, with a record-fast search implementation.Considerations for the search functionality include positioning, filtering options, and snappiness of the results. Improving search speed is a priority to provide users with fast and efficient results.Finding readers with similar tastes is crucial for user-to-user discovery and inspiration.Location-based discovery can help users connect with book clubs and readers in their area.Reducing the JavaScript payload can significantly improve performance and memory usage.Syncing design and development efforts can lead to a more cohesive and efficient workflow.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Catching Up01:02 Discussing Boulder and Expensive Real Estate03:04 Preparing for Parenthood04:21 Reviewing the Hardcover Progress07:04 Minimalism and Organizing08:40 Styling Preferences and Collecting11:15 Using Graph Paper for Room Layouts13:28 Discussion on the Hardcover Search Functionality16:24 Positioning and Tabs in the Search18:13 Advanced Search and Faceting20:27 Ranking and Sorting Search Results23:56 Expanding the Standalone Search Page25:38 Styling the Sidebar and Scrollbars27:20 Filtering and Sorting Options30:57 Navigating from Search to Book Page36:12 Handling Book Button Context39:34 Considerations for Book Button Interaction41:02 Loading Book Status and Match Percentage42:53 Prioritizing Snappiness in Search Results43:11 Improving Search Speed44:08 Balancing Speed and Quality45:08 Implementing and Testing the Changes46:05 Loading Book Information46:49 Finding Readers with Similar Tastes47:57 Ordering Readers by Similarity49:48 User-to-User Discovery50:56 Finding Book Friends51:15 Location-Based Discovery52:07 Adding Location Filters53:13 Storing Location Information55:00 Reducing JavaScript Payload56:29 Overhauling the Design57:39 Upcoming Release59:34 Refactoring to Next.js App Directory01:00:56 Improving Performance and Memory Usage01:02:06 Syncing Design and Development01:03:13 Exciting Updates in Design01:03:27 Conclusion
More episodes of the podcast Hardcover Live
#64 - Building Stats
30/11/2024
#63 - 2024 Year in Books
30/11/2024
#62 - Stats & Monthly Wrapped
30/11/2024
#61 - Stats and End of Year Plans
14/10/2024
#60 - Dashboard & Inertia.js
14/10/2024
#59 - Building Session - Stats
30/09/2024
#58 – New Stats (part 6)
30/09/2024
#57 – New Stats (part 5)
30/09/2024
#56 - New Stats (part 4)
28/08/2024
#55 - New Stats (part 3)
28/08/2024
ZARZA We are Zarza, the prestigious firm behind major projects in information technology.