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"Things hard won will not be easily lost" - This Week in WordPress #326. Taco Verdonschot, Marieke van de Rakt, Marcus Burnette as we discuss the WordPress news from the last week which commenced Monday 3rd March 2025.

In this episode of the WP Builds podcast, Nathan Wrigley and guest Matt Medeiros discuss the role and impact of AI in web development, particularly within WordPress. They explore Matt's journey in developing an app called Pulse WP using various AI tools, such as chat GPT, Claude, Bolt, and Replit. The conversation touches on AI's potential benefits, challenges, and its implications for future web development. They also consider how AI may democratise technology but express concerns about its rapid growth and the need for understanding and adaptation within the WordPress community. Go listen...

Today we're with Michellle Frechette and Andrew Palmer to discuss the WordPress news from the last week.

On the podcast today, we have Simon Harper. He's here to discuss the current challenges and dynamics of the WordPress community. He explores the fragmentation within the community, sparked by tensions from a trademark dispute between WP Engine and Matt Mullenweg of Automattic. The conversation touches on the challenges of managing a large, diverse community, the impact of money in open-source projects, and potential strategies for fostering positivity and unity, such as emphasising contributions and uplifting the community's achievements amidst ongoing disputes. So, if you are interested in the future of WordPress and its community dynamics, this episode is for you.

Today, we're with Tony Zeoli, who shares his journey from being a DJ and club promoter to founding Netmix and developing radio station-related WordPress plugins. Tony discusses the history of Netmix, his experience with streaming audio online in the '90s, and his project's evolution into modern tools for radio stations on WordPress. He highlights the differences between live radio and podcasting, the ongoing relevance of radio, and introduces features of his "Radio Station" and "Radio Station Pro" plugins. Tony also narrates his move to North Carolina and involvement in academia and other startups. Go check it out...

In this episode of the WP Builds podcast, I'm ed by Rae Morey once again to discuss various updates in the WordPress community, including the launch of a new event called PressConf, the release of WordPress 6.7, and significant acquisitions like Group One acquiring GT Metrics. We get into the legal battle between Automattic and WP Engine, the sudden shutdown and subsequent reopening of WordPress.org services, and contributions to the WordPress project. Additionally, we touch upon community contributions, the future direction of WordPress development, and even mention innovations in quantum computing by Google. us for an informative podcast as we explore what just happened in the WordPress world and beyond!

The WordPress news from the last week. Nathan Wrigley, Michelle Frechette, Tim Nash and Corey Maass as we talk about the WordPress news from the past 7 days. It's always fun!

In this episode, I interview Daniel Post about his WordPress plugin, Autoblue, designed to integrate Bluesky, a decentralised social network, with WordPress. Daniel shares his background in WordPress development, the recent rise in popularity of Bluesky, and details how Autoblue works, including automatic post sharing and comment synchronisation. We discuss the potential future features, engagement, and the technical aspects of the Bluesky API. Daniel underscores the plugin's aim to merge social media interaction with website comments to enrich experience.

The WordPress news from the last week which commenced Monday 27th January 2025. Nathan Wrigley, Michelle Frechette, Ross Morsali and Cami MacNamara as we talk about the WordPress News from this week.

In this episode of WP Builds, I discuss recent developments in WordPress with guests Birgit Pauli-Haack and Anne McCarthy. They cover several significant updates, including collaborative editing features, phase three of the Gutenberg project, data views, style books, and the evolving WordPress Playground. The conversation highlights the practical applications and future implications of these features for developers and s. Birgit and Anne provide insights into ongoing and enhancements, aiming to make WordPress more versatile and -friendly, especially for content creation and collaboration.

The WordPress news from the last week which commenced Monday 20th January 2025. us myself and Mark Westguard, Tim Nash, Marc Benzakein as we chat about the news from the previous 7 days.

In this episode of WP Builds, I'm chatting with Ryan Logan about InfluenceWP, a platform connecting WordPress consumers with trusted partners, deals, and unbiased information. Ryan explains his background in IT and WordPress, the non-affiliation policy of InfluenceWP, and the ethical principles guiding the platform. He discusses the nominal paywall for consumers and collaboration opportunities, emphasising his commitment to community and moral integrity. Despite personal and financial investments, Ryan is motivated by his ion and the desire to give back to the WordPress ecosystem. Whether you’re a WordPress developer, an agency, or someone looking to build your first website, this episode offers insights into how you can find trusted resources and partners through InfluenceWP.

The WordPress news from the last week which commenced Monday 13th January 2025. Nathan Wrigley, Taco Verdonschot, Nicky Bulmer, and Corey Maass as we discuss the WordPress news from the past 7 days.

In this episode of the WP Builds podcast, "The 'Nice Show' with Mark Westguard - Ep 1", I'm ed by... erm... Mark Westguard to introduce a new, lighthearted show focused on positivity, and silliness. We chat about nice people like Michelle Frechette and Joe Dolson, highlight Mark's recent updates to WS Form, discuss WordPress community events, and explore the merits of the Bluesky social network. We share personal stories and end with a humorous short video recommendation for those who like burping. The goal is to provide an antidote to online negativity and foster a cheerful atmosphere. I hope that we succeed!

"Singing, weirdness and the week where nothing happened". The WordPress news from the last week which commenced Monday 6th January 2025, with Nathan Wrigley, Michelle Frechette, Tim Nash, Corey Maass.

Today's episode cannot be found. It's 404! This is my sad attempt at humour, and it's about as funny as I get, sadly! What actually happens is that Alan Fuller discusses the complexities of transitioning WordPress plugins from shortcodes to blocks, addressing caching issues, Eventbrite API limitations, and the rise of visually-driven tools like Elementor. He reflects on pricing mistakes, AI advancements, and balancing development with preferences, while continuing to his successful plugin business. us as we explore these themes in-depth, and examine the current landscape, and future directions, of WordPress development.

Today we have an exciting and essential conversation for all WordPress enthusiasts and developers. In this episode, titled "Feeling Insecure? Risks and Regulations", I'm ed by Sir Tim Nash to chat about the crucial topic of WordPress security. It's the second of our new show, which will be dropping about once every quarter. Thanks Tim! From securing your devices to balancing usability with top-notch security, it all gets covered. So, get out your tin foil hats, sit back, un-relax, and let's allow Tim the chance to scare us all silly.

The WordPress news from the last week which commenced Monday 9th December 2024.

Today, I'm ed by Aaron Bowie, a seasoned WordPress developer based in Aberdeen, Scotland. He's here to talk about his WooCommerce payment gateway plugins, emphasising customer-centric development and the advantages of traditional payment gateways like Barclaycard over Stripe and PayPal. Key topics include PCI compliance, cost considerations, and the complexity of integrating payment solutions. Aaron stresses the importance of seamless onboarding, transparent , and cost-saving benefits of direct bank connections. He also compares fees and security measures, highlighting the unique offerings of various providers. The overall focus is on providing tailored, reliable payment solutions for e-commerce businesses. Have a listen...

The WordPress news from the last week which commenced Monday 2nd December 2024.