ThePrimeagen and Teej host The Standup - a podcast where we talk about software, life, memes and more. It’s fun, it can be informative and sometimes Trash is also here. Joined by regular guests like Casey Muratori, Carson Gross and more!
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Don’t let bad code get merged without reviewing (hopefully not by merge cop!). Checkout out Code Rabbit at https://trm.sh/coderabbit We dive deep into technical performance debates, specifically the nuances of floating-point math—is multiplying by a reciprocal actually faster than division on modern CPUs? We also break down the latest from Microsoft and NVIDIA, including the "RTX Spark" and the vision of "unmetered intelligence." Plus, don't miss "Trash Facts" about professional bowling and the ...
The Primeagen and Trash dive into the intricate world of Linux, detailing Trash's "hell on earth" first week transitioning from Mac, battling Wi-Fi drivers and embracing Hyperland for extensive customization. They also tackle the ambiguous definition of AGI, the utility of efficiency cores in modern CPUs, and the enduring challenges of reliable binary distribution in the Linux ecosystem, all while sharing personal anecdotes and snack breaks.
The crew dives into “AI psychosis,” coding with GPT vs Claude, doom scrolling tech Twitter, meme culture, burnout, obsession, and what happens when developers start letting AI run wild. Equal parts hilarious, insightful, and slightly concerning.
This Episode never made it to Spotify for whatever reason, Original Air Date: 2025-11-20. Enjoy! We break down the most infamous "thought-terminating clichés" in software engineering. From the classic "It depends" to the controversial "Premature optimization is the root of all evil," the team ranks these common dev phrases on a tier list based on how much they actually hinder or help real problem-solving.
We dive deep into the recent Windows 11 update and Microsoft's claim of a "performance-first" rewrite for the Run dialogue. Is 94 milliseconds actually fast, or is it just "cope"? Casey breaks down why measuring UI responsiveness in FPS matters, the "racing the beam" philosophy, and why he’s officially done with Windows for good. We also get an update on Trash's "unethical" Pokémon card bot army, his Slack status management at Netflix, and why "Family Feud" on a floppy disk was the peak of gamin...
Don’t let bad code get merged without reviewing (hopefully not by merge cop!). Checkout out Code Rabbit at https://trm.sh/coderabbit The crew debates the internet’s latest impossible question: red button or blue button, and somehow turns it into a full philosophical breakdown of trust, self-preservation, group behavior, and whether Trash would doom humanity because he hates red cars. They also get into Pokémon card chaos, Wikipedia drama, Odin’s deleted page, and why modern “notability” might be...
This episode delves into the contentious topic of AI's impact on software security, sparked by George Hotz's provocative zero-day challenge. The hosts examine Anthropic's Mythos model, questioning its hyped capabilities against the backdrop of bug bounties and market incentives. They debate the ethical responsibility of AI companies, the potential for widespread cyber threats, and the vulnerability of open-source projects, concluding with concerns about AI's control over hardware access and the broader market implications.
Download Trash’s App Receipts Here: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/got-receipts/id6760623464 Thanks to this week's sponsor: Code Rabbit If you're tired of developers just replying with LGTM, then you NEED Code Rabbit. An actually useful application of AI where it can use your own rules, lints and more to provide instant feedback in your editor OR a review on Github. https://coderabbit.link/primeagen-vscode Chocolate carrots, ghost hunting, and an app that might end marriages. We kick things off w...
This episode delves into Cloudflare's Vinext experiment, an AI-assisted project aiming to bring the Next.js API surface to a different runtime, specifically Vite. The discussion covers how AI bots manage PRs and issues, the complexities of maintaining a "not-a-fork" project, and the broader implications for open-source sustainability and the evolving role of human developers. It also highlights the technical advantages of Vite over traditional bundlers.
The hosts and guests discuss effective open source contributions, highlighting the importance of community engagement, starting with small bug fixes, and aligning efforts with real-world project needs. They delve into the challenges of maintaining large open source projects, the rise of AI-generated pull requests, and the personal fulfillment and resilience required to navigate the open source world. Key takeaways include building trust, contributing thoughtfully, and the value of creating one's own projects for career growth.
The Standup crew tackles various tech frustrations, starting with Apple's ill-fated phone sling and the absurdity of LinkedIn's corporate jargon. The conversation then spirals into a deep critique of misleading data visualizations, especially concerning algorithmic complexity and Big O notation, highlighting why scalability differs from speed. They also debate Sam Altman's controversial AI statements and the implications of powerful tech leaders' public communication choices, offering a candid look at developer culture.
SQUASH THOSE BUGS with Sentry - the best way to monitor your bugs in production (we know you have a lot of them) and fix them with ease. Check out https://sentry.io and get started today! Wishlist Insignia NOW: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1127370/Insignia In this episode we talk with indie game developers Nolan and Adam about the weird and creative side of game development. From viral projects like 1 Million Checkboxes to building pixel art games and experimental multiplayer ideas, we div...
AI researcher Dimitri joins Casey and ThePrimeagen to cut through the AI hype, offering a grounded perspective on its effects on software development. They delve into topics like token costs, the future role of developers—potentially reviewing AI-generated code—and the ethical implications of AI companies' data practices. The discussion also covers the challenges of scaling AI infrastructure, the dangers of premature adoption, and the potential for "cognitive debt" in AI-driven codebases.
The crew talks about one of the biggest debates in programming right now: do lines of code actually matter? They dive into AI coding tools, developer productivity, and why measuring engineers by code output might be completely broken. Along the way they roast the viral “burned out my USB-C ports using Claude Code” tweet, share stories about gamifying developer metrics, and break down some surprisingly wild security vulnerabilities in both Windows Notepad and Notepad++. A mix of tech insight, dev...
The podcast explores the escalating "OpenClaw" phenomenon in Silicon Valley, where autonomous AI agents gain extensive system access, exemplified by a Meta exec's inbox being nuked. It delves into the debate around AI personal assistants, then shifts to a humorous look at a host's "vibe-coded" iOS app for tracking marital disagreements. The discussion culminates in a detailed breakdown of the awkward AI summit moment involving Sam Altman and Dario Amodei, and a scathing exposé on the controversial startup culture of Cluley.
Ben and Alexis join the show to talk about their new sketch comedy series, the creative chaos behind it, and what it actually takes to ship something big online. From quitting tech jobs to filming 12-hour shoot days, unreleased music videos, and creative mental breakdowns, this episode is a behind-the-scenes look at building something ambitious with friends. It’s comedy, tech, risk, and a whole lot of “just make the thing.”
We used to be gamers… and honestly, we still kind of are. In this special Standup episode, the crew skips the usual news cycle and just talks games: Terraria obsession, Slay the Spire addiction, Starcraft war stories, Pokémon Go team challenges, and the dangerous temptation of getting “back into it.” Expect chaos, nostalgia, and way too many side quests.
ssh terminal.shop This week on The Standup, the crew digs into the chaos of AI “skills,” agent tooling, and the growing security risks nobody seems to be paying attention to. From hallucinated commands spreading across GitHub to supply-chain nightmares and wild real-world examples, it’s a funny, slightly terrifying look at where AI tooling is headed. Laughs, hot takes, and a reality check for anyone letting agents run loose on their machine.
Thanks to this week's sponsor: Code Rabbit https://coderabbit.link/primeagen-vscode If you're tired of developers just replying with LGTM, then you NEED Code Rabbit. An actually useful application of AI where it can use your own rules, lints and more to provide instant feedback in your editor OR a review on Github. This week we’re joined by Luke to break down why RAM prices are exploding, how AI and hyperscalers are reshaping the hardware market, and why consumers are getting left behind. We dig...
Sam Altman’s “Worldcoin” is real… and somehow it’s even weirder than it sounds. TJ walks the crew through the orb, iris scans, “proof of human,” and the pitch for AI-funded UBI. We break down the funding, the rollout, the controversies, and why this all feels insanely ominous. Plus: classic Standup chaos, conspiracy energy, and too many jokes about where the orb shouldn’t go.
SQUASH THOSE BUGS with Sentry - the best way to monitor your bugs in production (we know you have a lot of them) and fix them with ease. Check out https://sentry.io and get started today! Casey breaks down the AWS outage in great detail with literally the coolest whiteboard demonstration you have ever seen.
Jon Blow shows up to the podcast and tells us all about the journey from Braid to his newest game, Order of the Sinking Star. We talk Jai, Braid and so much more. Hope you enjoy the episode!
We each give our best and spiciest predictions for 2026 - Amazon, AI, Tech, Hacks, and so much more are in this episode. Hope you enjoy it, and enjoy the ad from our sponsor Code Rabbit! https://trm.sh/coderabbit
Thanks to Planetscale for Open Source Santa this year! They gave us $30k to give away to open source projects we love, and so each of us picked a project we liked. We also gave some money from twitch chat, youtube chat and some final surprises! We hope you like the episode! Merry Christmas!!
We finally figured out WHY AWS had their outage… Casey reveals the absolutely unhinged and crazy story. 00:00:00 - Intro 00:00:54 - Caseys Intro 00:01:15 - The Setup 00:02:55 - The Story 00:08:44 - The Post Mortem 00:12:11 - The Informants 00:14:10 - The Suspect 00:15:34 - The Code 00:20:33 - The Deal 00:23:05 - The Conclusion 00:24:37 - The Debrief 00:26:40 - Google Testing Utility Failure 00:28:43 - Production Code is Forever 00:40:10 - Outro...
The gang talks about the craziest onboarding ever… and why Tom is a Genius! If you're on Mac or Windows, check out tuple today! And if you're on Linux, let's just say come back and check soon 🙂 Say thanks to our sponsor by checking out https://tuple.app/prime CODE: PRIME
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Thanks to this week's sponsor: Code Rabbit If you're tired of developers just replying with LGTM, then you NEED Code Rabbit. An actually useful application of AI where it can use your own rules, lints and more to provide instant feedback in your editor OR a review on Github. https://coderabbit.link/primeagen-vscode Fil-C creators: https://x.com/filpizlo https://twitch.tv/ThePrimeagen - I Stream on Twitch https://twitter.com/terminaldotshop - Want to order coffee over SSH? ssh terminal.shop Becom...
https://twitch.tv/ThePrimeagen - I Stream on Twitch https://twitter.com/terminaldotshop - Want to order coffee over SSH? ssh terminal.shop Become Backend Dev: https://boot.dev/prime (plus i make courses for them) This is also the best way to support me is to support yourself becoming a better backend engineer. Great News? Want me to research and create video????: https://www.reddit.com/r/ThePrimeagen Kinesis Advantage 360: https://bit.ly/Prime-Kinesis 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:23 - the issue 00:04:...
Thanks to this week's sponsor: Code Rabbit If you're tired of developers just replying with LGTM, then you NEED Code Rabbit. An actually useful application of AI where it can use your own rules, lints and more to provide instant feedback in your editor OR a review on Github. https://coderabbit.link/primeagen-vscode https://twitch.tv/ThePrimeagen - I Stream on Twitch https://twitter.com/terminaldotshop - Want to order coffee over SSH? ssh terminal.shop Become Backend Dev: https://boot.dev/prime (...
