I like to think of the WordPress community as a family. The kind that you used to see on TV sitcoms. One where everyone is kind and misunderstandings are comical. Everything’s resolved within 30 minutes. Nice and tidy! You see it in those happy WordCamp photos. And even online gatherings have an idealism about them….
Matt explores some of the more challenging aspects of the WordPress project, in today’s episode. With so many parts of the project being planned or already underway, the challenge to keep up with the software’s evolution might become rather difficult. Pointing to a WordCamp talk from Courtney Robertson “We are they” Matt provides a bit of a…
WordPress offers plenty of customization opportunities. If you can dream it, you can likely achieve it. The software allows developers the freedom to experiment. And WordPress core has continued to evolve. It seems like every major release brings more features to the back end. The Site Editor is a prime example. Combine these factors and…
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In this WP Minute podcast episode, Matt discusses changes in WordPress. He focuses on a feature called the Command Palette. This used to be known as the Wayfinder. Matt talks about how this is similar to things you can find in Apple’s Spotlight and Descript Notion. He also looks at the competition between WordPress and…
The WordPress ecosystem is a powerful force. Themes and plugins offer endless possibilities. They help users kickstart businesses. And they play a role in democratizing publishing. But product founders face challenges. The ecosystem is anything but cohesive. Standards for code and marketing are non-existent. And new products have difficulty breaking through. Some might point to…
On today’s podcast, we’re chatting about the increased cost of WordCamp travel & accommodation. With new proposals in the pipeline for shaping what WordCamps look like over the next few years, perhaps we’ll see a change. Here are your most important WordPress news links of the week! Important takeaways: Link: Original Article Important takeaways: Link:…
In this episode, Matt chats with James, an industry veteran in WordPress, about his new initiative TeamWP. They delve into James’ experiences and insights, revealing the need for a more robust approach to team-building and culture within WordPress businesses. James introduces TeamWP, a service aimed at fostering healthier and more productive work environments within these…
Let’s talk about how much Automattic actually does in the tech space. From real estate to shrugging off Apple. Does Matt Mullenweg have a new focus? Will private equity hurt the WordPress space? As more acquisitions and consolidation take place, what’s the future for the tight knit fabric of our community? Apple Journals & Day…
Artificial Intelligence (AI) seems to be at the front of everyone’s mind. It’s hard to escape – even if you’re not a fan of the technology. Therefore, it’s no surprise that this talk has invaded the WordPress community. Developers are already finding ways to integrate tools like ChatGPT into their plugins. And project co-founder Matt…
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