From 794c1837f42568c1d5e95f5f406276d533a324f5 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Adam Clark Date: Sat, 4 Apr 2026 15:33:22 -0400 Subject: [PATCH] 994 --- shows/994 - AI Sucks At CSS.md | 50 ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 1 file changed, 50 insertions(+) create mode 100644 shows/994 - AI Sucks At CSS.md diff --git a/shows/994 - AI Sucks At CSS.md b/shows/994 - AI Sucks At CSS.md new file mode 100644 index 000000000..5efb6157a --- /dev/null +++ b/shows/994 - AI Sucks At CSS.md @@ -0,0 +1,50 @@ +--- +number: 994 +title: "AI Sucks At CSS" +date: 1775646000000 +url: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/FSI7650488361.mp3 +youtube_url: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5dEp1ZpYDUg +--- + +In this potluck episode of Syntax, Wes and Scott answer your questions about AI struggles with CSS and design workflows, learning vs relying on AI, debugging web performance, beginner soldering setups, navigating AI-era job interviews, Figma dev mode, modern API choices, and more. + +### Show Notes + +* **[00:00](#t=00:00)** Welcome to Syntax! +* **[00:55](#t=00:55)** Why AI struggles with CSS and design workflows +* **[10:50](#t=10:50)** How much AI should you use when learning to code? +* **[18:41](#t=18:41)** Debugging performance: tools and team workflows + * [Ep 585: Fundamentals × What Makes a Website Slow?](https://syntax.fm/show/585/fundamentals-what-makes-a-website-slow) + * [Ep 874: Fast Apps - Easy Perf Wins](https://syntax.fm/show/874/fast-apps-easy-perf-wins) + * [Ep 897: Making Your App Feel Faster Than It Really Is](https://syntax.fm/show/897/making-your-app-feel-faster-than-it-really-is) + * [Ep 972: These Things Make Your App Feel Like Crap on Mobile](https://syntax.fm/show/972/these-things-make-your-app-feel-like-crap-on-mobile) +* **[23:52](#t=23:52)** Brought to you by [Sentry.io](https://sentry.io/syntax/) +* **[26:26](#t=26:26)** Beginner soldering setup and essential tools +* **[29:54](#t=29:54)** Preparing for interviews without AI (while jobs require it) + * [Brendan Falk on AI-native coding interviews](https://x.com/BrendanFalk/status/2033977481724891247) +* **[35:16](#t=35:16)** Thoughts on Figma dev mode and design workflows +* **[39:20](#t=39:20)** [Ice](https://github.com/jordanbaird/Ice) vs [Thaw](https://github.com/stonerl/Thaw) menu bar apps +* **[40:27](#t=40:27)** Why AI isn’t pushing us toward better APIs +* **[44:54](#t=44:54)** Vibe rules, skills, and shipping docs for agents + * [vibe-rules](https://npmx.dev/package/vibe-rules) + * [Optimizing Content for Agents](https://cra.mr/optimizing-content-for-agents) +* **[54:44](#t=54:44)** Sick Picks + Shameless Plugs + +### Sick Picks + +- Scott: [Jury Duty](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt22074164/) +- Wes: [USB Cable Tester](https://amzn.to/40SknUH) + +### Shameless Plugs + +- [Syntax YouTube Channel](https://www.youtube.com/@syntaxfm) + +### Hit us up on Socials! + +Syntax: [X](https://twitter.com/syntaxfm) [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/syntax_fm/) [Tiktok](https://www.tiktok.com/@syntaxfm) [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/96077407/admin/feed/posts/) [Threads](https://www.threads.net/@syntax_fm) + +Wes: [X](https://twitter.com/wesbos) [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/wesbos/) [Tiktok](https://www.tiktok.com/@wesbos) [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/wesbos/) [Threads](https://www.threads.net/@wesbos) + +Scott: [X](https://twitter.com/stolinski) [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/stolinski/) [Tiktok](https://www.tiktok.com/@stolinski) [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/stolinski/) [Threads](https://www.threads.net/@stolinski) + +Randy: [X](https://twitter.com/randyrektor) [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/randyrektor/) [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@randyrektor) [Threads](https://www.threads.net/@randyrektor) \ No newline at end of file