This episode explores the planning and decision-making process behind the redesign of the Syntax website, version 3. Against the backdrop of previous website iterations—one built rapidly and another with a rigid structure—the hosts discuss their methodical approach to this project. More significantly, they detail their choices regarding project management (GitHub's Kanban boards), codebase management (retaining the SvelteKit structure while refactoring CSS), and tooling (adopting Biome for linting and formatting, and Stylint for CSS). For instance, the team's decision to use container queries over media queries for responsiveness is highlighted, along with their adoption of a component-based development workflow using Storybook. The discussion also covers their transition from a Markdown-based content system to a custom-built CMS for easier content management. Ultimately, the episode emphasizes the importance of collaborative decision-making and establishing clear processes early in a project to avoid inconsistencies and ensure a smoother development experience. This approach, they argue, is crucial for maintaining code quality and consistency, especially in team-based projects.
