118: We’re Going To Europe

Feb 3, 2026 71m

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Ian and Aaron talk about the Mostly Technical Pre-Party at Laracon EU (!), Aaron's new desktop app (!!), sleeping on planes, and so much more.

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(00:00) - Burn The Candle at Three Ends
(06:12) - We Got Some Feedback
(12:31) - Laracon India & AI SDK
(17:49) - Tell The Machine To Do It
(25:10) - Boost & Skills
(29:55) - The Big Announcement
(38:25) - Business Class Stage of the Castle
(43:25) - Sleeping On Planes
(49:33) - Unofficial Claude Code Meetup
(01:00:09) - Aaron's Desktop App

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Health and Wellness Updates

Ian and Aaron discuss their health issues, including Ian's recent visits to urgent care and his use of various medications like NyQuil and Afrin. They share quippy exchanges about their ailments while emphasizing the importance of taking care of oneself and how it impacts their creativity and productivity.

Feedback and Interaction

The hosts delve into feedback from listeners, including online interactions about the show. They've received input on their levels of technicality and various topics discussed, inviting more listener engagement through email and social media.

Laracon India and the AI SDK Launch

The discussion turns to Laracon India, where they discuss the excitement around the new AI SDK launch and plans for Laracon EU. They emphasize the potential for innovation with the SDK and encourage attendees to build solutions that solve real business problems.

Travel and Events

Andrew and Ian share their travel experiences and humorous takes on airline travel, particularly about sleeping on planes. They also touch on their upcoming Mostly Technical pre-party at Laracon EU, inviting listeners to join them and stressing the need for sign-ups due to limited space.

Cloud Meetup in Dallas

Aaron shares insights about the unofficial Claude code meetup he held in Dallas, noting the successful gathering of local developers. Discussions revolved around programming tools and the fun atmosphere, showcasing community-building efforts.

Aaron’s Upcoming Desktop App Release

Aaron announces the impending launch of his new desktop application, highlighting the technical challenges that come with such a project and expressing excitement about its features. He shares the business model of the app and plans for future updates.