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Inside JavaScript with Jordan Harband

In this episode, Jordan Harband (LJHarb) shares his journey from software engineer to leading open source maintainer, TC39 contributor, and JavaScript standards editor.

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Inside JavaScript with Jordan Harband

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Austin Akers

February 19, 2026

By

Austin Akers

February 19, 2026

By

Austin Akers

February 19, 2026

February 19, 2026

In this episode, Jordan Harband (LJHarb) shares his journey from software engineer to leading open source maintainer, TC39 contributor, and JavaScript standards editor.

Austin Akers

Head of Developer Relations

In this conversation, Jordan Harband shares his extensive experience in open source software development, discussing his journey from a software engineer to a prominent maintainer of numerous NPM packages. He emphasizes the importance of responsibility in maintaining open source projects, balancing personal life with professional commitments, and the role of AI in enhancing productivity. Jordan also offers valuable advice for aspiring open source contributors, highlighting the significance of kindness and understanding in the community.

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In this conversation, Jordan Harband shares his extensive experience in open source software development, discussing his journey from a software engineer to a prominent maintainer of numerous NPM packages. He emphasizes the importance of responsibility in maintaining open source projects, balancing personal life with professional commitments, and the role of AI in enhancing productivity. Jordan also offers valuable advice for aspiring open source contributors, highlighting the significance of kindness and understanding in the community.

In this episode, Jordan Harband (LJHarb) shares his journey from software engineer to leading open source maintainer, TC39 contributor, and JavaScript standards editor.

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In this episode, Jordan Harband (LJHarb) shares his journey from software engineer to leading open source maintainer, TC39 contributor, and JavaScript standards editor.

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In this episode, Jordan Harband (LJHarb) shares his journey from software engineer to leading open source maintainer, TC39 contributor, and JavaScript standards editor.

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