Commit to growth is a podcast dedicated to developers navigating the ever-evolving world of software engineering. Whether you’re solving complex technical challenges, exploring new technologies and libraries, or growing as a leader, this show has something for you.
The Evolution of JavaScript Bundlers: Webpack, Parcel, Vite
In this episode, we dive deep into one of the most critical (and often misunderstood) tools in modern frontend development: JavaScript bundlers.
I am joined by Mate, an experienced engineer and tooling enthusiast, to unpack:
Why bundlers like Webpack, Parcel, and Vite exist in the first place
How they’ve evolved over the last decade
What sets each one apart in real-world use
Tips for migrating between bundlers (and what can go wrong)
18 Jun 2025
Cracking Frontend System Design Interviews
In this episode, we dive deep into one of the most under-discussed but increasingly vital topics in engineering: frontend system design interviews.
I'm joined by Evgenii, a well-known voice in the frontend community whose work has shaped how many engineers prepare for high-level system design challenges. We explore what these interviews are really testing, how to approach them with confidence, and why strong communication can sometimes matter more than perfect answers.
Whether you're preparing for interviews at top tech companies or leveling up your system thinking, this episode is packed with practical insights and thoughtful takeaways.
26 Apr 2025
How to Measure Web Performance (and Actually Act on It): Core Web Vitals Explained
In today's episode, we’re diving deep into web performance — and not just looking at numbers, but learning how to understand them and act on them. I’m joined by Maxi, and together we break down: What Core Web Vitals are (LCP, FID, CLS) and why they matter beyond just SEOHow to measure your site’s performance using tools like Lighthouse, PageSpeed Insights, and field data from real usersWhat the baseline thresholds mean — and how slow performance actually feels to usersHow to investigate and f...
21 Mar 2025
Monorepos – Scaling Codebases and Teams with Nicolas
Monorepos are gaining popularity, but what do they really offer—and how do you make them work at scale? In this episode of Commit to growth I sit down with Nicolas to explore how monorepos help simplify collaboration, streamline CI/CD pipelines, and improve the developer experience. We discuss when monorepos make sense, how to avoid common pitfalls, and which tools (like Nx, PNPM, and Bazel) can make adoption smoother. You’ll also hear a real-world migration story that reduced build...
18 Mar 2025
How to Get a Job as a Junior vs. Senior Developer
Looking for a job as a junior or senior developer? The job market is shifting, AI is changing how companies hire, and competition is tougher than ever. So, how can you stand out? In this episode of Commit to Growth, I sit down with Briab, a developer and mentor who has helped many engineers land jobs through his mentorship program Parsity. We cover: ✅ The current job market & why hiring has become more competitive ✅ How AI tools like ChatGPT & GitHub Copilot are changing develop...
9 Mar 2025
🚀 The Evolution of Web Development & Scalability
Web development has come a long way—from the static pages of the early internet to the powerful, scalable applications we build today. But how did we get here, and what are the challenges developers face when scaling modern applications? In this episode, I sit down with Matteo to dive deep into: ✅ The early days of JavaScript and the rise of scalability challenges ✅ How frameworks like React, Angular, and Vue revolutionized development (but also introduced new problems) ✅ The real-world co...
1 Mar 2025
Scaling Frontend Development – Challenges & Strategies with Omri
Episode Summary: In this episode, we dive into the challenges and strategies of scaling frontend development. From platform teams to microfrontends and automated testing, we explore how engineering teams can stay productive while ensuring high performance and quality. Key Topics Discussed: ✅ The role of platform teams in scaling frontend development ✅ How microfrontends can help large teams work independently ✅ The importance of automated testing in maintaining code quality ✅ Best practices f...
23 Feb 2025
🚀 How Testing & Team Culture Accelerate Development
Many developers see testing as a time-consuming task that slows down progress. But in reality, good testing practices accelerate development by catching issues early, reducing debugging time, and ensuring smoother deployments. In this episode, we’ll explore: ✅ How testing actually speeds up development rather than slowing it down. ✅ Why a strong team culture leads to faster and more efficient development. ✅ Real-world examples of teams that have nailed this approach.
4 Feb 2025
Lessons from Large Codebases: Design, Visual Coverage & Developer Experience
In this episode, I sit down with Stefano to talk about what it really takes to scale and maintain frontend applications. We cover: Design Systems & Visual Coverage – Why design systems matter and how they improve UI consistency.Lessons from Big Frontend Codebases – What we’ve learned from working with massive codebases and how to manage complexity.Writing Code for the Next Developer – Best practices to ensure your code is readable, maintainable, and easy to onboard new engineers.If you’ve...
2 Jan 2025
Breaking out of traditional front-end and back-end labels
In this episode of Commit to Growth, Mike and I dive into a topic that resonates with many developers: moving beyond the traditional labels of "front-end" and "back-end" in tech. These labels, while useful, can sometimes feel restrictive and prevent developers from exploring their full potential. Mike discusses why it’s time to embrace a more holistic view of software engineering, the challenges these labels pose to growth, and actionable steps to break free from them. Whether you’re just sta...
21 Dec 2024
Building Applications with video conferencing
From browser limitations to network connectivity, and the complexities of working with third-party providers, we’ll cover it all. If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to create reliable video conferencing, you’re in for a treat!"
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