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Pragmatic talk about software design best practices: design patterns, software architecture, coding for performance, object oriented programming, database design and implementation, tips, tricks and a whole lot more. You'll be exposed to broad areas of information as well as deep dives into the guts of a programming language. Most topics discussed are relevant in any number of Object Oriented programming languages such as C#, Java, Ruby, PHP, etc.. All three of us are full stack web and data ...
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The Faber Poetry Podcast is a twice-monthly podcast bringing together some of the most exciting voices from the world of poetry, curated, produced and presented by poets Rachael Allen and Jack Underwood. Whether you're a devotee or a newcomer to verse, join Rachael and Jack for lively conversation with their studio guests and audio postcards sent by acclaimed poets from around the globe.
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Automotive Repair News Today And Good News In Auto Repair are the newest additions to the Changing The Industry family.
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Interviews with cultural icons hosted by Matt Schichter. Guests include Lady GaGa, Robert DeNiro, Bradley Cooper, Katy Perry, One Direction, Christopher Walken, Taylor Swift, Gary Oldman, Sylvester Stallone, Justin Bieber, Kevin Hart, Alan Arkin, Kristen Stewart, Selena Gomez, Metallica, Pierce Brosnan, The Lumineers, Mumford & Sons, Lady Antebellum, Don Cheadle, Tim McGraw, Benedict Cumberbatch, JJ Abrams, The Killers, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Will.I.Am, Carrie Underwood, and Slash to name but ...
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How Chris Enright Transformed a Mechanic's Career
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In this episode, Braxton Critcher shares a good news story with Chris Enright, owner of Enright Automotive. Chris talks about how he helped a fellow mechanic, Matthew Parker, attend a critical training event by covering most of his expenses. Braxton and Chris then discuss the importance of offering support and encouragement within the industry, emp…
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New Regulations, Insurance Hikes, and EV Charger Milestones
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Braxton discusses the ASA's stance on the EPA’s new emission standards, warning about the potential hardships these regulations could impose on independent repair shops. He also highlights the skyrocketing car insurance rates, which have seen an unprecedented increase of up to 22% in just one year, largely driven by factors like inflation and highe…
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It’s time to talk about the types of things you should consider when diving into multi-tenant applications and things to be especially aware of if you attempt to make things faster by going multi-threaded at the same time. Join us as Allen continues is non-winning / non-losing streak, JZ is taken out by a storm, and Outlaw continues to ignore the n…
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It’s time to talk about the types of things you should consider when diving into multi-tenant applications and things to be especially aware of if you attempt to make things faster by going multi-threaded at the same time. Join us as Allen continues is non-winning / non-losing streak, JZ is taken out by a storm, and Outlaw continues to ignore the n…
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Things to Know when Considering Multi-Tenant or Multi-Threaded Applications
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For the full show notes head over to: https://www.codingblocks.net/episode241Von Michael Outlaw, Allen Underwood, Joe Zack
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ADAS Trends, Concerns, and Solutions with MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers
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In this episode, Braxton Critcher is joined by Ryan Kooiman and Chris Gardner from MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers. Chris underscores the importance of Automated Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) and the problematic lack of standardized calibration practices. Ryan shares his hands-on experience in the field, highlighting the disparities in technician kno…
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SEMA Pushes Back on Zero Emission Mandates, Rivian Fire, and the Latest from Around the Automotive Industry!
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In this episode, Braxton Critcher is joined by Cavan Robinson and Mike Allen. Braxton covers California's zero-emission mandate and the Specialty Equipment Market Association's response. Cavan discusses his plans for the future of Shop-Ware as the new General Manager. Mike shares valuable advice for first-time attendees of industry training events,…
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Why Raising Your Repair Shop Rates Isn’t Enough with Mike Allen
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In this episode, Braxton Critcher is joined by Mike Allen, who shares insights on the intricacies of raising rates in the automotive repair industry. Mike discusses the importance of aligning service quality and facilities with increased rates to maintain customer trust. Additionally, the value of networking and continuous learning at industry even…
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Mercedes Benz Counterfeit Parts, GM's Data Controversy, Vehicle Maintenance Trends Survey and more!
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In this episode, Braxton Critcher covers several important updates in automotive repair news. He looks into the Auto Care Association's significant upgrades to its demand index tool, enhancing data precision for automotive professionals. Braxton also highlights Mercedes Benz's intensified efforts against counterfeit parts that jeopardize road safet…
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Grab your headphones because it’s water cooler time! This episode we’re catching up on feedback, putting our skills to the test, and wondering what we’re missing. Plus, Allen’s telling it how it is, Outlaw is putting it all together and Joe is minding the gaps! View the full show notes here: https://www.codingblocks.net/episode240 Reviews Thank you…
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Grab your headphones because it’s water cooler time! This episode we’re catching up on feedback, putting our skills to the test, and wondering what we’re missing. Plus, Allen’s telling it how it is, Outlaw is putting it all together and Joe is minding the gaps! View the full show notes here: https://www.codingblocks.net/episode240 Reviews Thank you…
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Two Water Coolers Walk Into a Bar
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Grab your headphones because it's water cooler time! In this episode we're catching up on feedback, putting our skills to the test, and wondering what we're missing. Plus, Allen's telling it how it is, Outlaw is putting it all together and Joe is minding the gaps! View the full show notes here: https://www.codingblocks.net/episode240 Reviews Thank …
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How Frank Leutz is Transforming Auto Repair Through Charity - Good News In Auto Repair
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This podcast is all about good news in the auto repair industry! Today, Frank Leutz shares about his shop's commitment to community service, detailing their collaboration with the Foothills Food Bank and Resource Center to provide free auto repairs to families in need once a quarter. He also emphasizes the culture of giving back among his technicia…
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Auto Repair News - Midas Tackles Bad Service, Lemon Laws Updated, and EV Training in Toledo and more!
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Braxton talks about Midas’ new ad campaign promoting no "BS" in their shops. MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers are working towards releasing a white paper to cover what the industry needs to help support shops and ADAS. Additionally, you'll hear about Colorado's new lemon laws, aiming to provide stronger protections for consumers buying defective vehicles…
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Latest Automotive Repair News and Key Industry Updates - What's next for the Repair Act? YOU!
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The Auto Care Association (ACA) CEO Bill Hanvey urges the industry to push Congress to advance the stalled Repair Act, and Braxton emphasizes the importance of using the provided link to contact representatives. Additionally, CarShield reaches a $10 million settlement with the Federal Trade Commission over misleading advertising allegations, prompt…
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Navigating the Future of Auto Repair with Industry Expert Chris Jones
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In this episode, Braxton Critcher welcomes Chris Jones, the new Editorial Director at Endeavor Business Media, to discuss the latest in automotive repair news. Chris shares his journey within the industry, highlighting his recent promotion and the vision for Endeavor's various automotive brands. He touches on the rapid technological advancements in…
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We were asked in one of our recent reviews in Apple Podcasts if we would share our career paths and how we got started and how we arrived where we are today. We took some of that info, threw it at Microsoft’s CoPilot / DALL E 3 and that’s the artwork for this episode – you may be a little surprised at how the 3 of us got started as software develop…
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We were asked in one of our recent reviews in Apple Podcasts if we would share our career paths and how we got started and how we arrived where we are today. We took some of that info, threw it at Microsoft’s CoPilot / DALL E 3 and that’s the artwork for this episode – you may be a little surprised at how the 3 of us got started as software develop…
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How did We Even Arrive Here?
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For the full show notes please visit: https://www.codingblocks.net/episode239Von Michael Outlaw, Allen Underwood, Joe Zack
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Carshield Faces $10M FTC Fine for False Advertising
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In this episode, Braxton Critcher gives the need-to-know info about CarShield, a company known for offering vehicle service contracts. Braxton highlights a critical quote from Samuel Levine, director of the Federal Trade Commission Bureau of Consumer Protection, emphasizing the deceptive practices that left many consumers with financial headaches. …
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Auto Repair Industry News - New Michigan Law Targets Auto Theft with Harsh Penalties, Collision Repair Education Foundation Raises $110K and more!
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Braxton Critcher covers several crucial updates in the automotive repair industry in this episode. He discusses new legislation in Michigan targeting car theft, highlighting stricter penalties for owning burglary tools. Braxton also mentions the impressive fundraising efforts of the Collision Repair Education Foundation, which raised over $110,000 …
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A Sneak Peek into the Ratchet Wrench Management Conference with Chris Messer
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In this episode, Braxton Critcher and Chris Messer from Endeavor Business Media share an overview of the upcoming Ratchet Wrench Management Conference. Chris emphasizes the event's unique peer-to-peer format and new attractions like the VEHLO Victory Lap with RC cars. Additionally, he discusses the importance of staying updated on industry developm…
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GM Revises EV Goals, ASE Survey Results, Virtual Reality Training and more from the Automotive Industry
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In this episode, Braxton highlights a recent shift in GM's electric vehicle production strategy, an innovative diagnostic tool launched by Repairfy and NAPA, and Auto Ops' new feature aimed at enhancing customer service for repair shops. Additionally, Chris Jones shares his optimistic outlook for the industry's future based on his interactions with…
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EV Charging Concerns and Complications with Ryan McKinnon
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In this episode, Braxton Critcher is joined by Ryan McKinnon from Charge Ahead Partnership. Ryan discusses the current state of EV infrastructure in Florida, emphasizing the barriers to EV adoption due to the lack of charging stations despite the availability of federal funds. He highlights the problematic role of power companies raising consumer r…
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In this episode, Braxton Critcher dives into recent findings by the IIHS and HLDI, revealing that partial automation systems in vehicles do not significantly prevent collisions. Chris Messer joins Braxton to preview the Ratchet and Wrench Management Conference's new format, emphasizing its focus on peer-to-peer learning from shop owners and operato…
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In this episode, Braxton Critcher discusses various important updates in the automotive repair industry. Ryan McKinnon from the Charge Ahead Partnership explains why Florida and other states haven't committed their EV charging station funds, highlighting the challenges businesses face with upfront costs. Braxton shares the inspirational story of Jo…
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It’s Water Cooler Time! We’ve got a variety of topics today, and also Outlaw’s lawyering up, Allen can read QR codes now, and Joe is looking at second careers. View the full show notes here: https://www.codingblocks.net/episode238 News As always, thank you for leaving us a review – we really appreciate them! Almazkun, vassilbakalov, DzikijSver Atla…
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It’s Water Cooler Time! We’ve got a variety of topics today, and also Outlaw’s lawyering up, Allen can read QR codes now, and Joe is looking at second careers. View the full show notes here: https://www.codingblocks.net/episode238 News As always, thank you for leaving us a review – we really appreciate them! Almazkun, vassilbakalov, DzikijSver Atla…
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AI, Blank Pages, and Client Libraries...oh my!
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It's Water Cooler Time! We've got a variety of topics today, and also Outlaw's lawyering up, Allen can read QR codes now, and Joe is looking at second careers. View the full show notes here: https://www.codingblocks.net/episode238 News As always, thank you for leaving us a review – we really appreciate them! Almazkun, vassilbakalov, DzikijSver Atla…
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How to Turn Your Automotive Repair Career Around with Lucas Underwood: Go to the ASTA Expo!
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Wanna go to the ASTA Expo? Learn how here In this episode, Braxton Critcher is joined by Lucas Underwood, who sheds light on the significance of upgrading business management skills for automotive repair shop owners. Lucas emphasizes how refining customer service and client experience are crucial, noting that actual car repairs make up less than 10…
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In this episode, hear the latest news around the automotive repair industry on things like Right to Repair, a dispute between automakers and the NHTSA, Florida's unwillingness to install more EV charging stations, and more! Send Braxton an email and let him know your thoughts about the show: braxton@automotiverepairnews.com Thanks to our sponsor Au…
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Is There Really an Automotive Technician Shortage? Chris Cotton Weighs In
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In this episode, Braxton Critcher is joined by Chris Cotton from Autofix Auto Shop Coaching. Chris tackles the hotly debated issue of technician shortages in the automotive industry. He argues that there isn't a shortage of technicians but rather a shortage of "good shops" where technicians want to work. Chris draws insights from a survey he conduc…
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In this episode, Braxton reports that AAA projects a record number of travelers this Independence Day, leading to a potential influx of customers in repair shops in mid-July. Lucas Underwood provides an update on the ASTA Expo’s growth and relocation plans for 2025, highlighting the event's rapid expansion. Additionally, Braxton discusses the signi…
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In the past couple of episodes, we’d gone over what Apache Kafka is and along the way we mentioned some of the pains of managing and running Kafka clusters on your own. In this episode, we discuss some of the ways you can offload those responsibilities and focus on writing streaming applications. Along the way, Joe does a mighty fine fill-in for pr…
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In the past couple of episodes, we’d gone over what Apache Kafka is and along the way we mentioned some of the pains of managing and running Kafka clusters on your own. In this episode, we discuss some of the ways you can offload those responsibilities and focus on writing streaming applications. Along the way, Joe does a mighty fine fill-in for pr…
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Alternatives to Administering and Running Apache Kafka
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View the show notes on the web: https://www.codingblocks.net/episode237 In the past couple of episodes, we'd gone over what Apache Kafka is and along the way we mentioned some of the pains of managing and running Kafka clusters on your own. In this episode, we discuss some of the ways you can offload those responsibilities and focus on writing stre…
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Automotive Training and Technology Trends with Justin Allen
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In this episode, Braxton Critcher is joined by Justin Allen from Hunter Engineering Company. Justin emphasizes the urgent need for ongoing training in the automotive repair industry due to rapidly evolving vehicle technology. He introduces Hunter University, an innovative online learning platform designed to provide accessible training for technici…
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FTC Pressed on Right to Repair, Automotive Aftermarket Growth, Hunter University Goes Virtual and More
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In this episode, Braxton Critcher covers the launch of Hunter University, an online learning management system, emphasizing its potential to provide certified training to technicians individually. Braxton reports on the automotive aftermarket sector's resilience, noting an 8.6% growth in sales despite persistent inflation in 2023. Additionally, the…
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Are Big Box Free Install Promos Fair to Independent Tire Shops? Marc Pons and Randy O'Conner
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In this episode, Braxton Critcher is joined by Mark Pons from Chapel Hill Tire and industry veteran Randy O'Connor. Mark discusses the implications of Michelin's Minimum Advertised Price program and how Costco's free install promotion is affecting independent tire shops. Randy highlights the long-term effects on consumer safety and the professional…
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How Electric Vehicles Are Impacting Gas Taxes in Pennsylvania and Beyond with Jonathan Tangye
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In this episode, Braxton Critcher is joined by Jonathan Tangye, the Mechanical Director of MACA. Jonathan highlights the potential impact of Pennsylvania's proposed increase in registration fees for electric vehicles to offset declining gas tax revenues. He emphasizes the need for balanced taxation across all vehicle types to maintain infrastructur…
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