Epic Image Optimization with Andre Landgraf

Chats with Kent C. Dodds

Andre Landgraf joins Kent to discuss his talk at Epic Web Conf, Epic Image Optimization. In this conversation, they explore the challenges and trade-offs of optimizing images for the web, particularly when handling large numbers of event photos or user-generated content. Andre shares how building his own image optimization pipeline gave him a deeper understanding of the process, allowing him to make more informed decisions when choosing external services.

Kent and Andre also discuss:

• The evolution of All Things Web, a meetup Andre organizes in the Bay Area.
• The importance of community in web development and how in-person meetups have shaped his career.
• His experience working with Ember at LinkedIn and his upcoming career shift.
• Why diving deep into a problem—like image optimization—makes you a better engineer.
• How Epic Web Conf has become a must-attend event for those passionate about web technologies.

Andre brings a wealth of experience and enthusiasm to the conversation, making this episode a must-listen for anyone looking to level up their approach to image handling in modern web applications.

Watch this episode.

Meet Andre at Epic Web Conf.

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Guest: Andre Landgraf

• Website: andrelandgraf.dev
• 𝕏: @andrelandgraf94
• GitHub: @andrelandgraf

Host: Kent C. Dodds

• Website: kentcdodds.com
• 𝕏: @kentcdodds
• GitHub: @kentcdodds
• YouTube: Kent C. Dodds
• Epic Web: epicweb.dev