Karl and Taylor share their experiences from Editions.dev conference, diving into app development insights, Shopify transitions, and the power of community networking. They discuss APIs, GraphQL, memorable conference food, and reflect on the ever-evolving tech industry. This episode covers the entire Editions.dev WEEK experience.Timestamps00:00 - Personal Anecdotes and Parenting Fails02:27 - Conference Experiences and Networking07:24 - Food Adventures and Family Life07:31 - Personal Life Adjustments10:14 - Camping Adventures and Family Time13:38 - Children's Activities and Parenting Challenges18:12 - Work Updates and App Development Challenges29:47 - Reflections on Editions.dev and Networking30:51 - Tectonic Event Highlights34:02 - Food and Networking Experiences37:24 - Insights from Speakers and Talks41:24 - Approaching Conferences with a New Mindset42:38 - Day of the Editions Party48:30 - Navigating the Event and Meeting New People54:26 - Reflections on Food and Social Interactions57:51 - The Perfect Team: Collaboration and Resource Sharing58:55 - Exciting Workshops and Talks01:00:04 - Community Engagement: Awards and Recognition01:00:59 - Interactive Learning: Round Tables and AMAs01:01:50 - The Future of Shopping: AI and Omni-Channel Strategies01:04:24 - Networking and Community Value01:06:24 - Quality Content Creation: Interviews and Video Production01:09:19 - Engaging with Industry Leaders01:28:49 - Shopify Editions: New Releases and Innovations01:35:47 - Picks of the weekResourcesShopify Editions Summer '25: shopify.com/editions/summer2025Driving Game Breakdown: x.com/tobi/status/1933176858985771367Editions.dev video playlist - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-oWo6Krbv6s&list=PLvQF73bM4-5Wr_LdFZkrXqD9hpGhl8pjoPicks of the WeekKarl: Studio GhibliTaylor: Nintendo Switch and Nintendo 64 subscriptionSubscribe to Liquid WeeklyGet expert insights and tips delivered to your inbox: liquidweekly.com
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Episode 42 - Karl and Taylor At It Again
In this episode of the Liquid Weekly Podcast, hosts Karl Meisterheim and Taylor Page catch up on personal updates. They also delve into the world of Shopify development, discussing app creation and the intricacies of managed pricing. They discuss the challenges and considerations in app development, particularly within the Shopify ecosystem. and explore the importance of pricing strategies, the complexities of launching apps, and the role of AI in coding.*Episode Highlights** Managing a public app can be a complex but fulfilling task.* Chores are essential for teaching kids about responsibility.* Transitioning to Shopify development requires patience and learning. The app development process can be complex and requires careful planning.* Pricing strategies are crucial for app success.* Feedback from initial users can guide app improvements before a full launch.* AI can assist in coding but may also complicate the process.* Choosing the right development framework is essential for project success.* Building apps that solve specific problems can be rewarding.* Community support is invaluable for developers facing challenges.* It's important to balance work with personal time and family commitments.*Timestampes** 00:21 Welcome Back and Personal Updates* 03:09 Home Improvements and Gardening Adventures* 07:05 Family Activities and Music Festivals* 10:57 Kids Sports and Family Dynamics* 23:10 Transitioning to Shopify Development* 30:11 Navigating App Development Challenges* 33:06 Managing App Launch and Feedback* 37:14 Exploring Development Frameworks* 40:05 The Role of AI in Coding* 43:06 Building Apps for Specific Needs* 47:22 The Future of Shopify Development* 52:14 Change Log Updates and Community Insights* 01:01:11 Personal Picks and Recommendations* 01:08:13 LW podcast intro video.mp4*Dev Changelog** Store credit account balance now available in Liquid - https://shopify.dev/changelog/store-credit-account-balance-available-in-liquid* [action required] Deprecating gates types and fields across the GraphQL Admin, Storefront, and Functions APIs - https://shopify.dev/changelog/gates-api-sunset* Archiving outdated, unhelpful, and untrusted reviews on the Shopify App Store - https://shopify.dev/changelog/*archiving-outdated-unhelpful-and-untrusted-reviews-on-the-shopify-app-store* [action required] Updated Shopify Theme Store Requirements and Submission Process – Effective May 15, 2025 - https://shopify.dev/changelog/updated-shopify-theme-store-requirements-and-submission-process-effective-may-15-2025
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Special Episode: Eytan Seidman and Next Gen Dev Platform
In this special episode of Liquid Weekly, Karl and Taylor sit down with Eytan Seidman, Product Director at Shopify, to unveil the exciting new Next Gen Dev Platform and its transformative features for developers.This comprehensive update aims to dramatically improve the developer experience with faster tooling, simplified data management, and a unified component system that works across all Shopify surfaces.Episode Highlights:Re-engineered Shopify app dev command with hot reloading capabilitiesLocalhost development that eliminates need for tunnelsUnified dev stores that align with all Shopify plansDeclarative custom data for simplified metafield managementPolaris unified web components delivered via CDNAI-powered function generation with MCP serverNew developer dashboard rebuilt from the ground upFind Eytan Online:Twitter(X): https://x.com/eytanseidmanLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eytan-seidmanTimestamps:00:00 - Introduction05:30 - Improved Developer Experience15:45 - Declarative Custom Data30:20 - Polaris Unified Web Components45:10 - AI-Powered Function Generation52:30 - New Developer Dashboard57:00 - Picks of the WeekResources:Shopify Developer Community: https://community.shopify.devNext Gen Dev Platform Documentation: https://shopify.dev/docsShopify MCP Server: https://shopify.dev/assistantShopify App Tomography File Documentation: https://shopify.dev/docs/apps/tools/cli/configurationPolaris Unified Web Components: https://shopify.github.io/polarisPicks of the Week:Eytan: Ubiquiti networking gearKarl: Waymo driverless car experienceTaylor: External hard drives for developersSign Up for Liquid Weekly:Don't miss out on expert insights and tips—subscribe to Liquid Weekly for more content like this: https://liquidweekly.com/
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Special Episode: Bret Little and Storefront Web Components
In this special episode of Liquid Weekly, Karl and Taylor sit down with Brett, Staff Engineer at Shopify, to unveil an exciting new project: Storefront Web Components.This groundbreaking initiative aims to make Shopify integration accessible to anyone with basic HTML knowledge, allowing merchants to embed commerce functionality anywhere on the web.Episode Highlights:Introduction to Storefront Components and their visionDeep dive into component architecture and implementationHow to handle variants, cart functionality, and market-specific featuresDiscussion of development process at ShopifyComparison with existing solutions like Buy Button SDKFuture roadmap and potential use casesFind Brett OnlineTwitter(X): https://x.com/little_bretLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bretlittle/ Website: https://www.bretlittle.com/ Github: https://github.com/blittle Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/bretlittle.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bret.little/ Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction05:30 - What are Storefront Components?15:45 - Technical Implementation Details30:20 - Component Demo45:10 - Development Process at Shopify52:30 - Future Plans57:00 - Picks of the WeekResources:Storefront Web Components: https://webcomponents.shopify.devPlayground: https://webcomponents.shopify.dev/playgroundShopify Editions Summer ‘25: https://www.shopify.com/editions/summer2025Blog post: https://www.shopify.com/news/summer-25-edition-devShopify Headless Documentation: https://shopify.dev/docs/storefronts/headless Web Components Documentation: https://developer.mozilla.org/en-US/docs/Web/API/Web_components Picks of the Week:Brett: Microsoft TypeScript Go Announcement & AI Assistant ArticleKarl: Ben McIntyre's SAS History BooksTaylor: Naked Nutrition Protein PowderSign Up for Liquid Weekly:Don't miss out on expert insights and tips—subscribe to Liquid Weekly for more content like this: https://liquidweekly.com/
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Episode 41 - Karl and Taylor Talk Shop
In this episode of the Liquid Weekly Podcast, hosts Karl Meisterheim and Taylor Page discuss a variety of personal and professional topics. They discuss rebranding efforts for Liquid Weekly and the importance of community engagement in their work. Eventually they get around to discussing various aspects of app development, including building a resource hub, the importance of internationalization, and the role of AI in enhancing productivity.*Episode Highlights** Taylor recently underwent eye surgery, improving his vision significantly.* Shopify development tools are evolving based on user feedback.* Monetization strategies for tools can enhance community engagement.* The hosts discuss the importance of work-life balance during summer.* Rebranding efforts for Liquid Weekly are underway to improve its image.* Internationalization is essential for reaching a global audience.* AI can significantly improve productivity in app development.* Client work is evolving towards subscription models for flexibility.* Understanding app development challenges is crucial for success.* Liquid and Shopify updates are vital for developers to stay informed.* Shopify's revenue share changes impact app developers significantly.*Timestamps** 08:04 Vision Transformation: The ICL Surgery* 13:59 Shopify Insights: Building Tools for Developers* 20:15 Community and Collaboration: The Shopify Developer Alliance* 24:22 Balancing Work and Family Life* 38:53 Rebranding and Community Engagement* 43:04 Developing a Public App* 47:05 The Gap in App Development Resources* 50:35 Evolving Freelance Work and Client Relationships* 53:22 The Impact of AI on Productivity* 57:34 Navigating AI Limitations in Development* 59:50 Shopify Developments and Liquid Hackathon* 01:05:08 Shopify App Developer Revenue Changes* 01:08:31 Updates on Shopify's POS and WebPixels API* 01:13:02 Picks of the Week and Closing Thoughts* 01:19:48 LW podcast intro video.mp4*Dev Changelog** Update to Shopify’s app developer revenue share - https://shopify.dev/changelog/update-to-shopifys-app-developer-revenue-share* [action required] POS UI Extensions - Cart API: Customer fields removed from subscribable hook - https://shopify.dev/changelog/pos-ui-extensions-cart-api-customer-fields-removed-from-subscribable-hook* [action required] Web Pixels API: event.data.checkout.subtotalPrice.amount value change on the new /thank-you page and checkout events - https://shopify.dev/changelog/web-pixels-api-eventdatacheckoutsubtotalpriceamount-value-change-on-the-new-thank-you-page-and-checkout-events* Refund to Store Credit - https://shopify.dev/changelog/refund-to-store-credit* More automated checks for app review pre-submission page - https://shopify.dev/changelog/more-automated-checks-for-app-review-pre-submission-page * [action required] Payment apps can no longer be embedded in the Shopify admin - https://shopify.dev/changelog/payment-apps-can-no-longer-be-embedded-in-the-shopify-admin
À propos de Liquid Weekly Podcast: Shopify Developers Talking Shopify Development
Each episode hosts Karl and Taylor discuss the latest news and techniques for Shopify development. Hear about current projects, listen to interviews with developers and take your theme and app development skills to another level.
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