Listen "#121 – Prompt Boosts and Barbecue Plans: From Builder Bugs to Browser Tricks"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of Technically Working, Michael and Damashe dive into:
🎛️ Michael’s adventures debugging his custom scheduling tool, lovingly named Builder—including the moment it completely broke everything… and how that led to several much-needed fixes.
🧠 A look at PromptBoost.dev, a slick VS Code extension site to supercharge your AI prompts.
🤖 Comet, the AI-powered browser from Perplexity, surprises us by editing Gravity Forms on the fly—even clicking the save button!
🎤 CSUN 2026 prep: hotel vs Airbnb debates, hallway networking, and conference value tradeoffs.
🚐 Damashe shares his progress training a new vending route driver and the eternal rollercoaster of finding dependable help.
💻 Rediscovering old domains and deciding what to do with long-running podcast archives (including Your Own Pay).
🧹 Tools for cleaning up bloated WordPress installs and abandoned plugin tables.
Plus:
A shared moment of reflection on why some people listen to podcasts on YouTube 🤔
Uber cash, Lyft discounts, and the return of late-night dev spirals
💬 Got thoughts, tips, or questions?
Email us at [email protected]
Or find us on Mastodon:
Michael: @[email protected]
Damashe: @[email protected]
Hashtag: #TechnicallyWorking
Support the show by sharing it with a friend, sending in a clip, or hitting that tip jar if you’re feeling generous. Thanks for listening!
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🎛️ Michael’s adventures debugging his custom scheduling tool, lovingly named Builder—including the moment it completely broke everything… and how that led to several much-needed fixes.
🧠 A look at PromptBoost.dev, a slick VS Code extension site to supercharge your AI prompts.
🤖 Comet, the AI-powered browser from Perplexity, surprises us by editing Gravity Forms on the fly—even clicking the save button!
🎤 CSUN 2026 prep: hotel vs Airbnb debates, hallway networking, and conference value tradeoffs.
🚐 Damashe shares his progress training a new vending route driver and the eternal rollercoaster of finding dependable help.
💻 Rediscovering old domains and deciding what to do with long-running podcast archives (including Your Own Pay).
🧹 Tools for cleaning up bloated WordPress installs and abandoned plugin tables.
Plus:
A shared moment of reflection on why some people listen to podcasts on YouTube 🤔
Uber cash, Lyft discounts, and the return of late-night dev spirals
💬 Got thoughts, tips, or questions?
Email us at [email protected]
Or find us on Mastodon:
Michael: @[email protected]
Damashe: @[email protected]
Hashtag: #TechnicallyWorking
Support the show by sharing it with a friend, sending in a clip, or hitting that tip jar if you’re feeling generous. Thanks for listening!
Support Technically Working by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/technically-working
Find out more at https://technically-working.pinecast.co
Send us your feedback online: https://pinecast.com/feedback/technically-working/21cbe510-6ffc-446f-a178-3b15e47811a8
This podcast is powered by Pinecast. Try Pinecast for free, forever, no credit card required. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-431b7d for 40% off for 4 months, and support Technically Working.
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