The History of Syntax

Syntax • April 9, 2025
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Hosted by Wes Bos and Scott Tolinski since 2017, Syntax has published over 900 podcast episodes on full-stack web development, covering everything from HTML, CSS, JavaScript, server side languages, databases, deployment environments, and more. In 2023 Syntax.fm joined forces with Level Up Tutorials adding 2000+ free video tutorials to our library. Wes Bos is co-host of Syntax and a web development educator. Constantly learning, he creates web development courses focused on JavaScript, TypeScript, React, CSS, Node.js and whatever else comes his way. Scott Tolinski is co-host of Syntax and the creator of Level Up Tutorials. In his free time Scott is a dedicated Bboy (breakdancer) & enjoys pushing himself athletically through dance, working out and snowboarding. CJ joined the team to help make YouTube videos that dive deeper into topics covered on the podcast. He is a full stack software developer and the host of Coding Garden. Syntax is brought to you by Sentry (https://sentry.io)

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Wes and Scott talk about the origins of Syntax, sharing how a friendly course name conflict led to a mastermind group, then a podcast, and eventually a full-blown media brand. They also reflect on key milestones, from early episodes and sponsorships to joining Sentry, expanding the team, and what's next. 🔥 Be the ~14,700th person to join our super tasty newsletter bit.ly/syntax_snackpack (00:00) - Welcome to Syntax! (00:51) - How Wes and Scott met (09:31) - How Syntax got its name (15:30) - Getting sponsors (18:53) - Hasty Treats and expanding the show (22:36) - Adding interviews to Syntax (23:38) - Syntax's first live show (27:58) - Brought to you by Sentry.io (28:34) - Acquisition by Sentry (33:56) - Hiring a producer (36:39) - Transitioning to video and growing the team (41:47) - Launching the merch store (46:01) - The future of Syntax (47:23) - Sick Picks + Shameless Plugs All links available at https://syntax.fm/892 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Hit us up on Socials! Syntax: https://x.com/syntaxfm Scott: https://x.com/stolinski Wes: https://x.com/wesbos CJ: https://x.com/CodingGarden Randy: https://www.youtube.com/@randyrektor http://www.syntax.fm Brought to you by Sentry.io #webdevelopment #webdeveloper #javascript #syntax #syntaxfm #webdev

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