Podcasts

Hear from the Convex team and friends on building products, scaling backends, and what actually moves the needle.

Databased

”Databased” is the essential podcast for web developers and technology leaders navigating the complexities of building scalable, high-performance applications in the modern startup landscape.

Hosts Jamie Turner, and James Cowling, known for their work building billion-dollar backend systems at Dropbox, dive deep into the world of databases, infrastructure, and edge computing.

Each episode challenges conventional wisdom and explores the realities of crafting applications that can withstand the demands of today’s users. Through expert insights, thought-provoking discussions, and entertaining segments, ”Databased” provides clarity amidst the hype, helping you make informed decisions about your technology stack.

Join us as we explore how to build and ship applications faster with a smaller team.

Episodes

Turso x Convex: Database Founder Friend TimeAugust 28, 2026 • 01:17:50
Is Open Source Dying? How AI Is Changing Software DevelopmentJuly 15, 2026 • 00:55:01
You messed up prod. Now what?June 9, 2026 • 01:19:01
The six systems design principles that agents don't understandApril 16, 2026 • 01:09:07
Convex Still SucksMarch 23, 2026 • 01:05:25
Why Most Tech Content Doesn't Work ft. Web Dev CodyJanuary 28, 2025 • 00:45:15
What You Missed in 2024 in the World of Databases, with Prof. Andrew PavloJanuary 24, 2025 • 00:46:56
The Inside Story of Google Photos: From Startup Acquisition to 2 Billion UsersDecember 19, 2024 • 00:44:22
How Local-First Software Empowers Users Through Client-Side InnovationDecember 3, 2024 • 00:49:23
Database Isolation Levels’ Impact on App PerformanceNovember 19, 2024 • 00:56:31
Five Principles for Good Systems DesignNovember 5, 2024 • 00:57:50
Chief Scientist Sujay Jayakar on Local First and Its Implications in Async TechnologiesOctober 11, 2024 • 00:50:39
The Future of Junior Developers in an AI-Driven WorldSeptember 19, 2024 • 00:51:14
Why Convex Sucks — For NowSeptember 5, 2024 • 00:58:13
AI Reality TV’s Edgar Haond on the Future of Storytelling in the Age of AIAugust 22, 2024 • 00:24:47
Scaling SQL Databases for Modern ApplicationsAugust 1, 2024 • 00:45:04
The Life and Death — and Life? — of Single-Page AppsJuly 11, 2024 • 00:43:05
The Edge: Hype vs. RealityJune 24, 2024 • 00:32:39

M.A.U.

M.A.U. (Monthly Active Users) is the weekly livestream where they yap about the latest in devtools, AI, and tech industry news, mixed with Convex shilling and demos for developers and builders.

Hosted by Micky, Jamie, and Wayne, M.A.U. pulls from their combined experience in software development and building communities, all while keeping an eye on developer experience trends.

Each episode comes with a mix of the latest trends in building, experience building with the latest models, along with guests from the community building with Convex. It’s part commentary, part show-and-tell, and always off-script.

Join us every week for good vibes, laughs, and insights on what’s happening in tech and AI.

Episodes

Launches and PluginsJune 10, 2026 • 01:00:45
Robots, Hacks and WorkflowsJune 9, 2026 • 01:00:56
Startup Hype, AI Layoffs, and Why Great Products Still WinJune 9, 2026 • 01:03:47
What Models?April 20, 2026 • 01:07:02
4/3April 8, 2026 • 00:59:27