Countdown to Laravel Live Denmark is a short podcast series where we chat with speakers heading to Laravel Live Denmark in August. Each episode is a quick 15-20 minute conversation about how they got into programming, what they're working on, and a sneak peek at their upcoming talk.
In this conversation, Sandro Gehri shares his journey into software development, starting from his early experiences with computers and programming. He discusses the evolution of his career, the significance of testing in software quality, and the transformative role of AI in coding practices. The conversation also touches on cultural comparisons between Zurich and Copenhagen, highlighting the livability of both cities.
17 Aug 2025
The future of AI coding with Ashley Hindle
In this conversation, Ashley Hindle discusses the relevance of MCP, shares his coding journey from early hacking aspirations to professional development, and reflects on the evolution of technology and challenges faced in live video streaming. The conversation also highlights the importance of community and the anticipation of upcoming conferences.
16 Aug 2025
The One Billion Row Challenge with Florian Engelhardt
In this conversation, Florian Engelhardt shares his journey from early computing experiences to his current work with PHP and Linux. He discusses the evolution of operating systems he has used, his challenges with scaling applications, and insights into performance tuning in PHP. The conversation also touches on his excitement for an upcoming conference and his cultural experiences in Denmark.
15 Aug 2025
From Hardware to Web and the Laravel Community with Johannes Güntner
Johannes Güntner shares his journey into programming, detailing his early exposure to computers and how he transitioned into web development, particularly with Laravel. He discusses the importance of community in the Laravel ecosystem, his upcoming talk at a conference, and the challenges of writing maintainable code. The conversation also touches on the significance of testing and best practices in coding, as well as Johannes's experiences in Copenhagen and recommendations for visitors.
14 Aug 2025
Databases are cool with Graham Campbell
In this conversation, Mathias Hansen interviews Graham Campbell, discussing his journey in programming, the challenges of scaling PHP applications, and insights into database management. Graham shares his experiences with SQL and NoSQL databases, emphasizing the importance of choosing the right tools for specific use cases. The conversation also touches on Graham's upcoming visit to Denmark and his thoughts on the local culture, particularly cycling.
13 Aug 2025
From Stop Motion to Software Development with Dan Harrin
In this conversation, Mathias Hansen interviews Dan Harrin about his journey in technology, his experiences with Filament, and his upcoming talk at the Laravel Live Denmark conference. They discuss Dan's early interest in computers, the development of Filament, team dynamics, the importance of documentation, and Dan's excitement about visiting Copenhagen for the first time.
12 Aug 2025
Building the Future with Native PHP - Simon Hamp
In this episode, Mathias Hansen interviews Simon Hamp about his journey into programming, the evolution of PHP, and the development of native PHP applications. They discuss the challenges and triumphs of building applications with PHP, the importance of community feedback, and future plans for native PHP. Simon shares insights from his experiences at various conferences and the significance of community engagement in the tech world.
5 Aug 2025
Modernizing codebases with Isak Berglind
In this conversation, Isak shares his journey from being a gamer to becoming a professional programmer. He discusses his early experiences with programming, the challenges of working with legacy code, and the innovative approaches he has taken to modernize database structures. Isak also reflects on the impact of AI tools in coding and shares his excitement for the upcoming Level Live event in Copenhagen.
13 Jul 2025
From Amiga to AI with Rasmus Nielsen
In this conversation, Mathias Hansen interviews Rasmus Nielsen, a developer who shares his journey from early experiences with computers to his current work with PHP and concurrency. Rasmus discusses his fascination with hardware, robotics, and the impact of AI on coding practices. He also shares insights about living in Aarhus and recommendations for visiting Copenhagen, highlighting the vibrant tech community and local culture.
10 Jul 2025
From Math to Code with Leah Thompson
In this episode, Mathias Hansen interviews Leah Thompson, who shares her journey into programming, her experiences with coding, and her upcoming talk at Laravel Live Denmark. Leah discusses her background in mathematics, the challenges she faced in her early programming courses, and how she found joy in coding through community support. She also touches on her experiences with technology and gaming, and concludes with her excitement about visiting Copenhagen and the conference.
27 Jun 2025
AI Coding with Peter Suhm
In this conversation, Peter shares his journey through the tech industry, discussing his dual roles at Tailwind Labs and Laravel, his early experiences with programming, and the evolution of web development. He reflects on his first software sales, the impact of AI on coding, and his upcoming talk at Laravel Live Denmark. The discussion also touches on his love for Copenhagen and the vibrant food scene there.
25 Jun 2025
Old school PHP with TJ Miller
In this conversation, Mathias Hansen interviews TJ Miller, who shares his journey into technology, from early exposure to computers and programming to his current work with Laravel and Prism. TJ discusses his experiences with various coding tools, his passion for 3D printing, and his transition into web development. He also highlights his speaking engagements at conferences and provides insights into the developer experience with Prism, a unified interface for working with multiple large language model providers. The conversation concludes with TJ's excitement about exploring Copenhagen during the Laravel Live conference.
19 Jun 2025
The art of saying no with Jakob Steinn
In this episode of Countdown to Laravel Live, Mathias Hansen interviews Jakob Steinn, who shares his journey into the tech world, his experiences in the Laravel community, and his upcoming talk at Laravel Live. Jakob discusses the importance of addressing mental health and boundaries in the tech industry, as well as his passion for music and community engagement in Copenhagen.
13 Jun 2025
From Code to Hardware with Dan Johnson
In this conversation, Dan Johnson shares his journey from early programming experiences to becoming the head of engineering. He discusses his passion for building things, the challenges of imposter syndrome, and his innovative work with the Pinout library that allows Laravel developers to interact with hardware. Dan also shares his excitement for returning to Laravel Live Denmark and his plans for experiencing the city.
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