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Exploring WordPress through conversations with leading developers and creatives.

  1. Adding Automation and AI Skills to Your WordPress Toolkit ft. Brendan O’Connell

    FEB 11

    Adding Automation and AI Skills to Your WordPress Toolkit ft. Brendan O’Connell

    In this conversation, Brian and Brendan O'Connell explore the evolving landscape of WordPress, automation, and AI. They discuss Brendan's journey into WordPress, the excitement of building and tinkering online, and the integration of AI with automation tools. The conversation delves into practical applications of these technologies, the future of WordPress in an AI-driven world, and the importance of adapting to new trends in digital marketing and SEO. Brendan shares insights on various automation platforms and emphasizes the need for continuous learning in a rapidly changing environment. Brendan's Website Brendan's YouTube Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Automation and AI in WordPress 02:56 The Evolution of WordPress and Personal Journeys 05:30 Understanding Automation and AI Workflows 08:13 Integrating AI with Automation Tools 10:55 Practical Applications of AI in WordPress 13:49 The Future of WordPress in an AI-Driven World 16:22 Navigating the Changing Landscape of Search Engines 19:27 Learning and Adapting to New Technologies 22:14 Conclusion and Resources for Further Learning

    27 min
  2. Building Etch: Why Does WordPress Need Another Page Builder? ft. Kevin Geary

    FEB 4

    Building Etch: Why Does WordPress Need Another Page Builder? ft. Kevin Geary

    In this chat with Kevin Geary, he tackles the elephant in the room: does WordPress really need another page builder? Drawing from his experience in the WordPress community, Kevin makes a compelling case for rethinking how we build websites, exploring everything from AI's potential role to the impact of different CSS frameworks. Along the way, he shares candid insights about the current limitations of WordPress development and his ideas for moving the ecosystem forward.

    34 min
  3. New Accessibility Regulations Coming for WordPress & AI ft. Gen Herres

    JAN 28

    New Accessibility Regulations Coming for WordPress & AI ft. Gen Herres

    In this conversation, Gen Herres, an accessibility expert, discusses the importance of web accessibility for developers, particularly in the context of WordPress. She emphasizes the need for developers to integrate accessibility into their processes from the beginning, rather than treating it as an afterthought. The discussion also covers the impact of upcoming legislation on accessibility standards, the role of AI in coding, and practical steps developers can take to improve accessibility in their projects. Gen Herres on LinkedIn Gen on YouTube Easy A11y Guide Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Accessibility in Web Development 04:46 Semantic HTML vs. Complex Solutions 09:42 The European Accessibility Act and Its Implications 18:20 AI in Coding and Accessibility 23:05 Automated Accessibility Checks 26:12 Implementing Accessibility in Processes

    31 min
  4. Are Matt’s AI Skills Making WordPress Developers Obsolete? ft. Matt Medeiros

    JAN 27

    Are Matt’s AI Skills Making WordPress Developers Obsolete? ft. Matt Medeiros

    Matt shows me his new AI developer skills and I decide if I should be worried about my career. Recently Matt Medeiros published a long piece about software development with AI, and how it's going to affect WordPress. We discussed that and more in this livestream on my YouTube channel. Matt's Original Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kkme4p-aoU0 PulseWP.cc - https://pulsewp.cc/ Replit - https://replit.com/ CMSMinute - https://www.cmsminute.com/ Chapters 00:00 Introduction to AI and WordPress Concerns 02:52 Building an AI App: The Journey Begins 06:12 The Development Process: Challenges and Insights 08:58 PulseWP: A Custom RSS Aggregator 12:03 The Value of WordPress vs. Custom Solutions 14:55 User Authentication and Infrastructure Challenges 18:07 The Emotional Journey of Learning to Code 21:09 Choosing the Right Tools for Development 24:11 The Future of WordPress in an AI-Driven World 26:52 Sustainability and Adaptation in WordPress 31:38 Navigating Infrastructure Challenges 32:07 Leveraging AI for Problem Solving 33:56 Building User Interfaces with AI 35:52 Completing Conversations in Coding 36:55 The Evolution of Prompt Engineering 37:55 Creating a Dashboard for Feeds 40:17 Monitoring AI Processing 42:20 Understanding Costs of AI Development 44:27 The Future of WordPress in an AI World 46:28 Exploring Opportunities for WordPress 48:17 Aligning Open Source with AI 50:42 The Role of AI in Job Displacement 53:00 The Future of AI and Profitability 56:23 The Impact of AI on Daily Life 58:40 Learning AI for Future Preparedness

    1h 2m
  5. How GenerateBlocks Adds Modern Design Tools to Gutenberg

    JAN 21

    How GenerateBlocks Adds Modern Design Tools to Gutenberg

    In this conversation, Ian Svoboda, a developer at GeneratePress, discusses his background in WordPress development and the collaborative approach at GeneratePress. He explains the functionality of GeneratePress and GenerateBlocks, emphasizing their focus on user experience for both low-code and power users. Ian shares insights into the challenges of implementing new features, the extensibility of the block editor, and the integration with ACF for dynamic data. He also touches on the future of cloud features and the importance of community feedback in product development. https://iansvoboda.com/ https://generateblocks.com/

    31 min
  6. An AI Crash Course for WordPress Users and Developers ft. Keanan Koppenhaver

    JAN 14

    An AI Crash Course for WordPress Users and Developers ft. Keanan Koppenhaver

    Brian chats with AI expert and WordPress developer Keanan Koppenhaver about how AI tools are transforming workflows. They explore AI’s strengths, limitations, and practical uses in coding, brainstorming, and streamlining creative projects, offering a framework for gradually adopting AI in tech workflows. FloorboardAI.com Keanan on Twitter Keanan on Bluesky Keanan on LinkedIn

    29 min
  7. Agency Workflows for Building with Full Site Editing ft Amor Kumar

    JAN 7

    Agency Workflows for Building with Full Site Editing ft Amor Kumar

    In this conversation, Amor Kumar, a Principal Engineer at WebDevStudios, shares his journey into the WordPress ecosystem, discussing the transition from JavaScript frameworks to WordPress development. They discuss the challenges of working with Gutenberg, full site editing, and the evolving landscape of WordPress as a CMS. The discussion delves into the importance of user experience, the role of starter themes, and the need for better curation of the editor experience for clients. They also chat about the future of WordPress with the rise of no-code solutions and AI-driven platforms. Amor's Website WebDevStudios WDS's Block Starter Theme

    43 min
  8. Another Post About What WordPress Core Should be Doing

    12/20/2024

    Another Post About What WordPress Core Should be Doing

    In this episode, I share my most recent blog post: Another Post About What WordPress Core Should be Doing. There's been another batch of "what WordPress should do" posts this past month. They're all great, but I think there's something missing from the conversation. For the full transcript, which includes a lot of inline links, visit the original post.

    15 min
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Exploring WordPress through conversations with leading developers and creatives.

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  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
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