This Syntax podcast episode answers listener questions on various web development topics. The hosts discuss the pros and cons of Axios versus Fetch, the limitations of htmx and suitable alternatives like Alpine.js, database hosting options (Neon, PlanetScale, AWS), and choosing front-end frameworks (Next.js, Astro, React Router 7) based on project needs. A listener's concern about outdated mobile presets in developer tools is addressed, along with considerations for minimum responsive design breakpoints. The episode concludes with advice on handling design feedback from agencies and a discussion of the hosts' personal technology choices.
