Show notes
In this episode of the Liquid Weekly Podcast, hosts Karl Meisterheim and Taylor Page explore recent Shopify updates and features, including the new unlisted product status, collection management, and the integration of meta fields for blog posts. They also touch on the new theme editor, the implications of meta objects, and the importance of effective error reporting and app management. They share insights on coding practices, the challenges of launching new apps, and the tech choices developers face, especially in preparation for high-traffic events like Black Friday.HookdeckFor more information about the sponsor of this episode, Hookdeck, check out https://hookdeck.com/?utm_source=LWPodcast&utm_medium=Podcast&utm_id=LWAdSlotTimestamps00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates06:38 Diet and Fitness Challenges11:28 Shopify Updates and Changelog Discussion24:17 Trust in Product Efficacy25:28 Streamlining Menu Management26:59 Quality of Life Updates27:48 Meta Fields and Blog Integration32:22 Navigating the New Code Editor37:32 Visible If for Theme Settings38:52 Understanding Meta Object Limits43:38 The Power of Meta Objects46:09 New Flow Triggers and Cart API Enhancements47:34 Launching the App: A Milestone Achieved49:30 Navigating Technical Challenges and User Feedback52:23 Integrating Third-Party Solutions for Efficiency55:37 Code Architecture: Balancing Functional and Imperative Styles57:31 Error Monitoring and User Experience01:01:34 Tech Upgrades: Evaluating New Devices01:04:32 Final Thoughts and RecommendationsPicks of the WeekKarl - Rogue Heroes book and show on MGMhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SAS:_Rogue_HeroesTaylor - rockauto.com