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Amanda and Mike discuss the impact of bot traffic on their websites, share strategies to stop bot registrations, and explain how to identify bot traffic. OverviewDiscuss strategies to prevent bot registrations and traffic on websites. Discussion includes various security measures like recaptcha, honeypot fields, rate limiting, time-based submission checks, and email verification before access. Key TopicsDiscussion of bot registrations and traffic on websites[01:08] Amanda discusses her website, Sidewalk Bingo, being targeted by bots causing registration issues[06:34] Mike asks questions about the activation process for Sidewalk Bingo accounts to better understand the problem[15:41] Claude AI suggestions for preventing bot registrations are discussed, including recaptcha, honeypot fields, rate limiting, time-based submission checks, and email verification before accessKey TakeawaysRecaptcha is a popular method for preventing bots but has its drawbacksHoneypot fields can be an effective strategy against unsophisticated botsRate limiting attempts per IP address can help limit bot trafficTime-based submission checks can help detect bot activity based on quick form submissionsEmail verification before access can help prevent bot registrations and reduce spam email issuesLinks & Resourcessidewalkbingo.com — Amanda's website discussed in the podcastClaude AI — mentioned as a source for website security strategies Show Links View Episode Transcript More Website 101 Podcast Email the Podcast! Twitter Sean on LinkedIn Mike on LinkedIn Amanda on LinkedIn

Discussion about the use of AI in creating generic art, the limits of AI creativity, and a new feature in HTML canvas that allows for putting HTML inside a canvas element. Key TopicsAI limitations and predictive nature ([01:35 - 04:03])The analogy of AI as a toddler learning language ([04:03 - 06:14])AI being used in place of humans in various scenarios ([06:01 - 07:36])HTML canvas and its new capabilities ([08:13 - 15:27])Key TakeawaysAI is not creative, but predictive. It can't process new thoughts or ideas.The new HTML canvas feature allows for putting HTML inside a canvas element, potentially opening up possibilities for complex animations and interactions.The new feature may face challenges with accessibility and SEO.Links & ResourcesChatGPT — Mentioned in the transcriptGoogle Gemini — Mentioned in the transcript (only if used in a project) Show Links View Episode Transcript More Website 101 Podcast Email the Podcast! Twitter Sean on LinkedIn Mike on LinkedIn Amanda on LinkedIn

From websites built without a CMS to QR codes on work vans and AI-generated novels, we cover a mix of current web and tech topics. Discussion on the benefits and limitations of non-CMS websites, with real life examples and suggestions for using AI as a tool instead of a replacement. The use of AI in writing books The benefits and potential drawbacks of AI generated meeting notes (18:50 - 23:04)The use of AI to alter faces in documentaries (23:04 - 26:56)The use of AI in fashion industry (26:56 - 30:38) Watch This Episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c1928pHVyFo Show Links Trust Me: The False Profit Notion View Episode Transcript More Website 101 Podcast Email the Podcast! Twitter Sean on LinkedIn Mike on LinkedIn Amanda on LinkedIn

Sean walks Mike and Amanda through Location Scout, a fully functional Android app he shipped over a weekend using Claude Code, React Native, and Tailwind. A discussion about prompting tips and more follows. Watch This Episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WLjfh3Qb46I&t=24s Show Links View Episode Transcript More Website 101 Podcast Email the Podcast! Twitter Sean on LinkedIn Mike on LinkedIn Amanda on LinkedIn

Can AI replace the apps you pay for? We dig into the SaaSpocalypse debate, vibe coding wins, AI tells in writing, and why "just build it yourself" isn't that simple. Sean, Mike, and Amanda kick things off with quick life updates before diving into two main topics: the so-called "SaaSpocalypse" and how AI is changing the way people write and code. Is Saas dead?AI Writing 'tells' or giveaways Watch This Episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7d_e2LY0M9U&t=162s Show Links View Episode Transcript More Website 101 Podcast Email the Podcast! Twitter Sean on LinkedIn Mike on LinkedIn Amanda on LinkedIn

The hosts dig into the rapid rise of AI‑generated video and deepfakes, reacting to everything from celebrity fight scenes to political misinformation. What starts as a fun tech chat quickly turns into a thoughtful look at ethics, creativity, and the risks of synthetic media. It’s equal parts entertaining and unsettling. Watch This Episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R_S4SX0Fc5U Show Links View Episode Transcript More Website 101 Podcast Email the Podcast! Twitter Sean on LinkedIn Mike on LinkedIn Amanda on LinkedIn

In this episode we discuss various things that people use to help them improve their productivity at work. CoffeeEnergy DrinksMusicCoffeeshopDrugs / AlcoholOffice TalkCold environmentsRoutinePomodoro TimerBoundaries and work/life balance Show Links View Episode Transcript More Website 101 Podcast Email the Podcast! Twitter Sean on LinkedIn Mike on LinkedIn Amanda on LinkedIn

Season eight wrap and a look forward to season nine. We'll continue to do Lunch Bytes every first and third Wednesday of the month. Season eight wrap and a look forward to season nine. We'll continue to do Lunch Bytes every first and third Wednesday of the month. Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel so you don't miss an episode. Show Links View Episode Transcript More Website 101 Podcast Email the Podcast! Twitter Sean on LinkedIn Mike on LinkedIn Amanda on LinkedIn

A discussion on various ethical scenarios and issues, including politics, pricing, green washing, and more in web development. The beginning of the website 101 Podcast - guests, ethical plans, diversity and inclusion.When turning down work for ethical reasons, is it important to provide the reason why?Where is your line in the sand? Porn, gambling, something else?Working with people with opposing political views.Ethics of value based pricing.Industry level blacklist vs per project evaluation.Green hosting & green washing.Multi Level MarketingOnline presence - inappropriate content.What to consider when turning a project down?It's not all black and white, there are shades of gray. How to politely decline work. Show Links S07 E01 When to Say No Craft CMS Discord The Dream View Episode Transcript More Website 101 Podcast Email the Podcast! Twitter Sean on LinkedIn Mike on LinkedIn Amanda on LinkedIn

Want to save time? Learn common keyboard shortcuts for all your software. WordPress updateKeyboard shortcutsDevelopment shortcutsShortcut tools Show Links What is going on with WordPress?! Judge hands WP Engine a win in legal fight with Automattic WordPress CEO Rage Quits Community Slack After Court Injunction Raycast Stream Deck Auto Hotkey Keyboard Maestro Whisper Flow View Episode Transcript More Website 101 Podcast Email the Podcast! Twitter Sean on LinkedIn Mike on LinkedIn Amanda on LinkedIn

Mike and Amanda discuss the current WordPress controversy and how it affects how it affects developers and website owners. What is WordPressOriginal WordPress.orgWordpress.com hostingBroad overview of the issueTrademark LawsuitAdvanced Custom Fields vs Secure Custom FieldsMatt's conflict of interestSummaryAdvice for the futureCautionary tale Show Links WordPress WordPress.com (hosting) Automattic WP Engine Advanced Custom fields Secure Custom Fields View Episode Transcript More Website 101 Podcast Email the Podcast! Twitter Sean on LinkedIn Mike on LinkedIn Amanda on LinkedIn

In this episode we discuss strategies for keeping up with technology trends and how to choose what to learn. Welcome to season 8CMS - how do you choose a new CMS?Maintenance contracts and security updatesFront end frameworks - CSS, Javascript, etc..Laravel Mix and ViteFriends and colleagues influencingCode Editors (VsCode, Cursor and more)AI and Copilotupcoming topics in season 8 Show Links Lunch Bytes (November 20, 2024) Imposter Syndrome (S07 E04) SyntaxFM Visual Studio Code Cursor Claude AI View Episode Transcript More Website 101 Podcast Email the Podcast! Twitter Sean on LinkedIn Mike on LinkedIn Amanda on LinkedIn

Hear Sean share his 20-year journey as a coder, his love for problem solving, building, and the evolution of his career in Expression Engine and Craft CMS. Sean was interviewed on the Craft Entries podcast. Listen to a snippet of the episode here. You can listen to the full episode at Craft Entries Show Links The Joy of Self Taught Coding View Episode Transcript More Website 101 Podcast Email the Podcast! Twitter Sean on LinkedIn Mike on LinkedIn Amanda on LinkedIn

The season finale is a raw and unedited episode. In this episode we express our gratitude towards our clients. Lunch Bytes - our live stream every 1st and 3rd Wednesday at 11:30am EST.Cool ProjectsTestimonialsReferralsGifts Show Links Lunch Bytes View Episode Transcript More Website 101 Podcast Email the Podcast! Twitter Sean on LinkedIn Mike on LinkedIn Amanda on LinkedIn

Rebroadcast of a season 5 episode - 11 Things to avoid doing on your website - We discuss various things to avoid doing with your website and why they are not a good idea. Disabling copy/pasteOpen in new tabClick hereUsing placeholder text and not using labelsLow contrast textNot enough white space / breathing roomNo comments in your code or unformatted codeFor clients: Identify problems, don't suggest solutions.Dates on blogs that are infrequently updated Carousels / slidersPopups, modals, lightboxesFull size images on mobile Show Links stop disabling copy/paste in form fields (tweet) Should external links open in a new tab or not? Why you shouldnt say click here Season 4 Episode 1 - Click Here Should I use a Carousel View Episode Transcript More Website 101 Podcast Email the Podcast! Twitter Sean on LinkedIn Mike on LinkedIn Amanda on LinkedIn