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Building the Business Side of Laravel with Tom Crary
The Laravel Podcast is brought to you by Tighten, your friendly neighborhood Laravel experts. Check us out at tighten.com and also by other sponsors you will hear about later in the episode. In this episode, Matt Stauffer talks with Tom Crary, President and COO at Laravel, about the path that took him from a Big Four CPA firm to running the business side of one of the most loved frameworks in PHP. Tom walks through his years at Accel-backed startups, his time as CEO of Pond5 through the Shutterstock acquisition, and the surprisingly fast turnaround that ended with him signing his Laravel offer letter on Christmas Eve.They get into the division of labor between Tom and Taylor Otwell, scaling the team from 10 to 105 people in two years, and what Tom calls the hand-to-hand combat phase after Laravel Cloud and Nightwatch launched. Tom also previews fast hibernation, the growth of Private Cloud, and how Laravel is leaning into AI-assisted workflows.Matt Stauffer on X Tom Crary on LinkedIn Laravel TwitterLaravel WebsiteTighten WebsiteSuggestion Box ----- Editing and transcription sponsored by Tighten.Big thanks to the companies that support the show:Honeybadger - https://www.honeybadger.io/for/laravel/Mailtrap - https://l.rw.rw/laravel_pod_3Thunk - https://tidyup.agency/Laravel - Laracon US and Laravel Cloud
Design Engineering at Laravel: Jason Beggs on Building Laravel Cloud
The Laravel Podcast is brought to you by Tighten, your friendly neighborhood Laravel experts. Check us out at tighten.com and also by other sponsors you will hear about later in the episode. Matt Stauffer talks with Jason Beggs, staff software engineer at Laravel and the design engineer behind the Laravel Cloud front end. Jason shares how he unexpectedly became “the Tailwind guy”—and how that path led him to helping build one of the most talked-about products in the PHP world.They get into what design engineering actually looks like at Laravel: working closely with designers, building in React (even when it’s not your favorite), using AI to handle big refactors, and what it’s like to create a product you’re also the perfect user for.Matt Stauffer on X Jason Beggs on X Jason Beggs’s Website You Might Not Need an Effect Epic ReactExpose Laravel TwitterLaravel Website Tighten Website Suggestion Box ----- Editing and transcription sponsored by Tighten - https://tighten.com/Big thanks to the companies that support the show:Honeybadger Mailtrap Thunk Laravel - Laracon US and Laravel Cloud
The Future of Laravel Partnerships with Dave Hicking
The Laravel Podcast is brought to you by Tighten, your friendly neighborhood Laravel experts. Check us out at tighten.com and also by other sponsors you will hear about later in the episode. Matt Stauffer sits down with Dave Hicking, Laravel's Agency Partnership Manager, to trace his winding path into the Laravel world — from a UConn IT library to Tighten (twice), Yale's rare books collection, Userscape, and finally Laravel HQ.They dig into the evolution of the Laravel partner program, including the newly restructured tiers, and what Dave is actively building to make "partner" mean something beyond a logo on a page. The conversation covers the strategic thinking behind community growth, what real collaboration between Laravel and its agencies looks like, and why their success is genuinely, structurally mutual.Matt Stauffer on Twitter - https://x.com/mattstaufferDave Hicking Website - https://davehicking.comDave Hicking on Twitter - https://x.com/dhickingDave Hicking on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dhicking/Laravel Partners - https://laravel.com/partnershttps://randsinrepose.com/ - https://randsinrepose.com/Pragmatic AI Podcast - https://pragmaticai.fm/Laravel Twitter - https://twitter.com/laravelphpLaravel Website - https://laravel.com/Tighten Website - https://tighten.com/Suggestion Box - https://suggest.gg/laravelpodcast----- Editing and transcription sponsored by Tighten - https://tighten.com/Big thanks to the companies that support the show:Honeybadger - https://www.honeybadger.io/for/laravel/Mailtrap - https://l.rw.rw/laravel_pod_1Thunk - https://tidyup.agency/Laravel - Laracon US and Laravel Cloud
A Laravel Conference in Japan with Ryuta Hamasaki
In this episode, Matt Stauffer interviews Ryuta Hamasaki, a senior software engineer at Laravel, who shares his journey from discovering Laravel to becoming a key player in the Laravel community. Ryuta discusses his experiences attending international conferences, his motivations for organizing Laravel Live Japan, and his day-to-day work at Laravel, particularly on the Nightwatch team. The conversation highlights the importance of community, collaboration, and the challenges of organizing tech events in Japan.Matt Stauffer on TwitterRyuta Hamasaki (@avosalmon) on XRyuta on GitHubLaravel Live JapanLaravel TwitterLaravel WebsiteTighten WebsiteSuggestion Box----- Editing and transcription sponsored by Tighten.
From Tire Shop to Solutions Engineer with Devon Garbalosa
In this conversation, Devon Garbalosa shares his journey from working in a tire shop to discovering his passion for web development, highlighting a pivotal moment when he discovered Laravel. He discusses the ease of connecting to databases and implementing authentication, emphasizing how frameworks can significantly enhance development efficiency and effectiveness.Matt Stauffer on TwitterDevon Garbalosa on TwitterLaravel TwitterLaravel WebsiteTighten WebsiteSuggestion Box----- Editing and transcription sponsored by Tighten.
From Math Teacher to DevRel with Leah Thompson
In this episode, Matt Stauffer interviews Leah Thompson, a DevRel engineer at Laravel, who shares her unique journey into tech, transitioning from a mathematics background and teaching to web development. Leah discusses her experiences in the Laravel community, the importance of networking, and her role in building marketing websites. She emphasizes the value of public speaking, building in public, and engaging with the community through streaming.Matt Stauffer on TwitterLeah Thompson on TwitterLeah Thompson on TwitchLeah Thompson on GitHubLeah Thompson on BlueskyDesign That Sticks | Leah Thompson Laracon US 2025Laravel TwitterLaravel WebsiteTighten WebsiteSuggestion Box----- Editing and transcription sponsored by Tighten.
The Architecture Behind Laravel Cloud with Chris Fidao
In this episode of the Laravel Podcast, host Matt Stauffer chats with Chris Fidao, Team Lead of Laravel’s Infrastructure Cloud Team. They talk about Chris’s journey from his first experience with Laravel to creating educational content and eventually leading an engineering team. Chris shares what it takes to build and maintain Laravel’s Cloud infrastructure, his approach to leadership and team growth, and his perspective on topics like serverless architecture and foreign key constraints.Matt Stauffer on TwitterChris Fidao on TwitterLaravel LearnLaravel TwitterLaravel WebsiteTighten WebsiteSuggestion Box----- Editing and transcription sponsored by Tighten.
The Art of Teaching Laravel with Christoph Rumpel
In this episode of the Laravel Podcast, host Matt Stauffer speaks with Christoph Rumpel, a DevRel Engineer at Laravel. They discuss Christoph’s journey to joining the Laravel team, the evolution of Laravel’s learning resources, and the launch of Laravel’s new learning platform, Laravel Learn. Christoph shares what it’s like to shape educational content for developers, how he balances creativity and code in video production, and the ongoing art of teaching and learning in tech.Matt Stauffer on TwitterChristoph Rumpel on TwitterChristoph Rumpel WebsiteLaravel LearnLaravel TwitterLaravel WebsiteTighten WebsiteSuggestion Box----- Editing and transcription sponsored by Tighten.
TypeScript, Wayfinder, and Ranger with Joe Tannenbaum
In this episode, Matt Stauffer chats with Joe Tannenbaum about Wayfinder, a tool that generates TypeScript for Laravel routes to improve type safety and developer experience. They dive into the advantages of TypeScript, the unique features of Wayfinder, and how static analysis can boost performance. Joe also shares tips for writing Laravel code that pairs seamlessly with Wayfinder and introduces Ranger, a new tool for app discovery.Matt Stauffer on TwitterJoe Tannenbaum on TwitterJoe Tannenbaum on Blue SkyJoe Tannenbaum on GitHubSeason 7, Episode 3 Laravel Podcast with Joe TannenbaumLaravel TwitterLaravel WebsiteTighten WebsiteSuggestion Box----- Editing and transcription sponsored by Tighten.
Inside Laravel Customer Support with Feri Bartha
In this episode of the Laravel Podcast, Matt talks with Feri Bartha, Laravel’s Director of Customer Success and Support. They explore the role of customer success, the proactive side of support, and what it takes to build a support team from the ground up. Feri shares perspectives on team metrics, knowledge management, and how AI is shaping the future of support. The conversation also dives into personalized customer care and the creative support initiatives happening at Laravel.Matt Stauffer on Twitter Feri Bartha on LinkedIn Laravel Twitter Laravel WebsiteTighten Website Suggestion Box ----- Editing and transcription sponsored by Tighten.
Inside Forge 2.0 and Laravel VPS with James Brooks
In this episode of the Laravel Podcast, Matt Stauffer chats with James Brooks, engineering lead for Laravel Forge. James shares his path into Laravel, his early contributions, and the evolution of Forge, including a look ahead at Forge 2.0 and Laravel VPS. They dig into the technical challenges of building new features, the role of community, and the collaborative spirit that fuels the Laravel ecosystem. Matt Stauffer on TwitterJames Brooks on TwitterJames Brooks on GitHubJames Brooks WebsiteLaravel TwitterLaravel WebsiteTighten WebsiteLaravel EnvoyerLaravel ForgeSuggestion Box----- Editing and transcription sponsored by Tighten.
Laravel & AI: Inside Boost with Ashley Hindle
In this episode of the Laravel Podcast, host Matt Stauffer sits down with Ashley Hindle, senior software engineer at Laravel, to explore his path to the team, the rise of AI in programming, and the launch of Laravel Boost, Laravel’s AI toolkit. They dive into Ashley’s experiences with coding assistants, the key features of Boost—from built-in guidelines to MCP server support—and practical tips for getting started with AI in development.Matt Stauffer on TwitterAshley Hindle on TwitterLaravel TwitterLaravel WebsiteTighten WebsiteAshley Hindle WebsiteLaravel BoostKeynoteLaracon US 2025 Blog PostSuggestion Box----- Editing and transcription sponsored by Tighten.
Live from Laracon US: Taylor Otwell Talks New Features, Forge & Cloud
Recorded live at Laracon US, Matt Stauffer sits down with Taylor Otwell to unpack the latest announcements and the exciting growth of Laravel. They explore the evolution of Laracon, new framework features designed to make the ecosystem even more accessible, and the cohesive design philosophy behind it all. The conversation also dives into the future of testing with Dusk and Pest, as well as innovations in products like Forge and Laravel Cloud.Matt Stauffer on TwitterTaylor Otwell on TwitterLaravel TwitterLaravel WebsiteTighten WebsiteLaravel ForgeLaravel CloudKeynoteLaracon US 2025 Blog Post Suggestion Box----- Editing and transcription sponsored by Tighten.
From Standup to DevRel: How Josh Cirre Found Laravel
In this episode of the Laravel podcast, host Matt Stauffer talks with Josh Cirre, a DevRel at Laravel, about his journey into the Laravel community, his role in content creation, and the upcoming refreshed Laravel Bootcamp. They discuss the importance of community engagement, the tech stacks he uses, and the creative process behind video content. Matt Stauffer on TwitterJosh Cirre on TwitterJosh Cirre on YouTubeLaravel TwitterLaravel WebsiteTighten WebsitePodcast Suggestions-----Editing and transcription sponsored by Tighten.
Design at Laravel & Terminal with David Hill
In this episode, Matt Stauffer sits down with David Hill, the Head of Design at Laravel. David shares his journey from industrial design to digital product design, discussing the challenges and opportunities he encounters in his role. He highlights the importance of problem-solving in design, the need for adaptability, and the creative constraints that guide his work. David also reflects on his experiences with public speaking and offers advice for aspiring designers, emphasizing the value of hands-on practice and learning from the community. Matt Stauffer on TwitterDavid Hill on TwitterLaravel TwitterLaravel WebsiteTighten WebsitePodcast Suggestions-----Editing and transcription sponsored by Tighten.