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A Deep Dive into Block Bindings, APIs, and the LSX Tour Operator Plugin
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Shaw from LightspeedWP joins the conversation about evolving WordPress development, integration challenges, WooCommerce inspiration, community involve...
Contributor Day, Showcases, and Community at WordCamp US 2024
05 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
WordCamp US 2024 is a four-day event in Portland, Oregon, featuring Contributor Day, Showcase Day, and diverse programming days. Join the conversation...
Open Source Sustainability, Contributing and Proposal Processes
01 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Open Talk on Open Source, hosts Courtney and Robert recap WordCamp Europe, highlighting open source sustainability and community ch...
Bridging Art and Blockchain through Digital Certification
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Robert Norton, CEO of Verisart, discusses the intersection of art and technology, NFT evolution, and the future of digital assets.
Onboarding for WooCommerce Freelancers and Shop Owners
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The episode features expert Laura Elizabeth on the importance of effective onboarding for freelancers and ecommerce store owners.
A Personal Journey to WordPress and Being a Contributor
29 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Birgit Olzem, host of The WordPress Way, DEIB, shares her journey with WordPress, community support, and DEIB.
The Buyer’s View, Scaling Enterprise in Open Source Software
24 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Karim and Tom are discussing enterprise challenges, including the perception of WordPress as a secondary CMS and its adaptability. It also touches on ...
A Blogstorm, Unpacking Blogging
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
BobWP and Ronald discuss returning to blogging, using newsletters as prompts, and engaging the community through guest contributions and multi-languag...
Headless WooCommerce and WordPress
18 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This chat discusses the significance of website speed, benefits of headless WooCommerce, AI in e-commerce, and security enhancements.
From Hosting to Core Web Vitals for Building Fast WooCommerce Sites
17 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This conversation explores critical aspects of WooCommerce store performance, emphasizing the importance of website speed, the influence of hosting qu...
Enterprise Strategies & Insights with Open SaaS
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
BigCommerce's Nate Stewart discusses the open SaaS strategy, the enterprise shift, and the integration with WordPress and WooCommerce.
The Ripple Effect of Saying Yes to a Connection
12 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The episode addresses the diverse challenge of job hunting in the WordPress community and emphasizes the significance of LinkedIn connections.
From Code to Content: Collaborating for Inclusive Web Experiences
10 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The episode from WCEU highlights training for accessibility, tools like the Accessibility Checker, ecommerce accessibility, building accessible founda...
A Journey and the Evolution of WooCommerce
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A chat with Beka Rice, a seasoned WooCommerce expert chat about the evolution of WooCommerce, challenges with blocks, improving developer experience, ...
What Accessibility Certification Means with Digital Products
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Anne Bovelett and Regine Gessner discuss accessibility, emphasizing certification, challenges, and business opportunities.
A Deep Dive into the Metorik Insights Report for WooCommerce
01 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The deep dive conversation spans a variety of topics, including the average age of WooCommerce stores, the impact of COVID-19 on ecommerce, and the si...
Rebuilding Digital Identity for the Open Web with Gravatar
28 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Listen in to hear about all the advancements and features that you will find and will be seeing with Gravatar.com
A Special Host Event and Our Sponsorship at WordCamp Europe
27 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A quick recap of WordCamp Europe 2024 plus a look at two highlights, a party with hosts Marcel and Mike and how sponsorship played out for Do the Woo.
Embracing Lifelong Learning in the World of Tech
26 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Bud Kraus shares career insights, lifelong learning tips, and tech industry experiences giving advice to the next generation of WordPress builders.
The State of Cloud Hosting: Insights from the Front Lines
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Listen in to learn how the partnership between WP Cloud and Bluehost transpired and what it brings to WordPress.
Saying Goodbye is Okay
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Often, with everything, there is a lesson to be learned. No exception here.
Learn About All the Shows on the Do the Woo Podcast Channel
15 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With our launch we now have 12 shows on the Do the Woo podcast channel. Learn about all them today.
Do the Woo Podcast Channel 4.0 Official Launch
14 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
How does one even summarize our launch in this excerpt?
Thinking About Our Launch on WCEU Contributor Day
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As I ponder this launch, there is a lot of crossover between it and the Contributor Day here at WordCamp Europe.
Preparing the Launch of the Do the Woo Channel
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jay Walsh, Public Relations at WooCommerce and BobWP have a conversation about what Do the Woo means to the community.
A New Series on Enterprise and OSS
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Scaling Enterprise series features hosts Brad Williams, Karim Marucchi, and Tom Willmot discussing WordPress, OSS and enterprise.
Do the Woo 4.0, This Week at WordCamp Europe
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This coming week we are at WordCamp Europe where we a launching Do the Woo 4.0.
WordCamp Europe 2024 Preview with Speaker Soundbites
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Listen in as we hear 11 speakers from WordCamp Europe 2024 invite you to their sessions.
The WordPress Community, Training, and DEIB
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Laura Adamonis, a dynamic member of the WordPress community, shares her journey, contributions to training, and DEIB advocacy.
Exploring Web Accessibility Success and Strategies
05 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Anne, Taeke, and Christian Behrends on the Do the Woo Accessibility podcast as they chat about web accessibility, share success stories, and prov...
Shifting Gears in WordPress Development From PHP to React
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
New Woo DevChat hosts Mike and Marcel join Zach and Carl for an all out conversation about the state of the WordPress and Woo developer and what's to ...
Building a WordPress Product, Solo, Steady, Profitable and Without a Team
03 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of Woo BizChat we chat with Mark Westguard from WS Form, sharing his journey as a solopreneur in the plugin business.
The Impact of WordPress Mentorships and Inclusion
30 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A conversation about the WordPress mentorship program, featuring personal experiences and program development insights.
All Things WordCamp Canada
29 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Shanta shares the challenges, diverse initiatives, and cultural elements in preparing for WordCamp Canada.
The WP Includes Gender Equality in WordPress Businesses Survey
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rae Morey chats with Siobhan McKeown and Francesca Marano about the WP Includes' initiative, the gender equality survey, upcoming presentation, person...
The Next Generation of WordPress Users and Builders
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The episode features our new hosts Sophia and Allison discussing their early exposure to WordPress, personal experiences, skill development, community...
Building Community and Driving Innovation with WordPress
24 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Moeez from Cloudways shares insights on community engagement, product development, and navigating challenges in the hosting industry.
Episode 500, Thank You!
22 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Short and sweet, thank you!
Groundbreaker Talents, Opening Tech Opportunities for Young Women in Uganda
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Learn about mentorship, sponsorship, and the impactful work of Groundbreaker, a program drives powerful experiences for mentors, talents, and the tech...
Inside a Scalable Multi-Platform eCommerce Strategy
20 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Woo AgencyChat learn more about turning your clients WooCommerce shop into a multichannel store.
What’s Happening with Do the Woo at WordCamp Europe 2024
17 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You can meet us at contributor day, our sponsor table, or the many other side events going on. Plus have a one-to-one chat with BobWP.
Growing International Online Sales for WooCommerce Businesses
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Adam chats with Airwallex's Christo, discussing its benefits for WooCommerce and WordPress merchants, including multi-currency accounts, cost-saving s...
Inside the Developer Experience with WooCommerce HPOS
15 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Marcel and Mike discuss their recent work with WooCommerce's High-Performance Order Storage (HPOS) updates, including challenges with plugin compatibi...
Behind the Scenes of WordCamp Europe 2024
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Devin, Liza, Hacer, and Piermario discuss WordCamp Europe 2024 preparations, diversity initiatives, and the new WordCamp Connect.
Advancing Web Accessibility with Ecommerce
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hosts Anne and Taeke discussing their commitment to web accessibility, legal and ethical implications, and the business impact of accessibility.
A Chat About the Local UK WordPress Events
10 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dan Maby, Nathan Wrigley and Paul Smart talk about the shift and challenges in hosting WordPress events in the UK, from virtual back to in-person.
From SEO to Site Builders and the Shifting Tech Landscape
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode features Justin Sainton and Alex Moss discussing career paths, AI impact, e-commerce evolution, and future tech projects.
The Marketer’s Guide to WooCommerce
06 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Katie and Paul have a conversation about marketing a WooCommerce site, touching on optimization, marketing strategies, and the power of personalizatio...
Take the Gender Equality in WordPress Businesses Survey
03 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A Gender Equality Survey by WP Includes seeks participation to improve gender diversity in WordPress businesses.
Coding Practices, PHP Nomad, and ChatGPT
02 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In a geeky conversation, Alex Standiford discusses remote work, WordPress development, the potential of PHP Nomad and ChatGPT.
Pricing Services for WordPress and WooCommerce
01 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Listen in for tips on pricing for freelancers and small agencies when it comes to WooCommerce and WordPress services.
Empowering Diversity and Inclusion in WordPress and Beyond
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Shanta Nathwani and Birgit chat about diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the WordPress and tech community.
A Comunidade Portugal do WordPress – The Portugal WordPress Community
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
No nosso programa Vozes da Comunidade, WordPress pelo Mundo, destacamos a comunidade WordPress de Portugal para uma conversa na sua língua materna.
Valkey Taking Over Redis and Open Source Funding
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Robert and Courtney discuss open source events, licensing changes in Redis, and the need for sustainable funding.
Adding Public Relations to Your WordPress or WooCommerce Business Stack
24 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Learn about PR within the WordPress community and the emphases of relationship-building over aggressive sales tactics.
WordPress Meetup Wins, Challenges and Initiatives
23 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dave and Arthur discuss their meetup experiences, highlighting diverse event formats, challenges in achieving diversity, and initiatives to engage the...
Do the Woo is Sponsoring WordCamp Porto 2024
19 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do the Woo will be attending and sponsoring WordCamp Porto 2024 on May 17th and 18th.
Client Relationships, AI in Agencies and Open Source
18 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we have a chat with Rick McGarry and Jake Holman from Sleeping Giant Studios. They discuss the agency's history, approach to client re...
Open Talk on Open Source
17 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the premier episode of the series Open Talk On Open Source, hosts Robert and Courtney discuss their open source journeys and the need for collabora...
From a Full Stack Developer to a WordPress Product Developer
16 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Alexander Gilmanov shares insights into his journey in the WordPress and WooCommerce space, growing a plugin business and the importance of community ...
How WordPress 6.5 Is Evolving the Editing Experience
15 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the latest episode of The WordPress Way, host Abha and guests Anne McCarthy and Bud Kraus deep-dive into the details of the recent WordPress 6.5 re...
Reimagining Affiliate Programs for Your WooCommerce Business
12 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode discusses affiliate programs in depth, emphasizing the need for personalized, collaborative relationships and exploring potential drawbac...
CRM Insights and the Future of WordPress
11 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode of Woo BizChat, Adrian Tobey from Groundhogg emphasizes the importance of CRM for businesses and the early adoption of CRM for WooC...
Leveraging WooCommerce for Wyrmwood Gaming
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Woo team and Douglas discuss Wyrmwood's journey, Kickstarter success, challenges of growth, and multi-channel commerce.
Simplifying Crypto Payments for Ecommerce
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The conversation with Stijn Paumen, CEO of Helio, explores cryptocurrency, stable coins, and their impact on merchants.
Increase Your WooCommerce Product Sales Using Admin Demos
08 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Vikas Singhal from InstaWP shares insights on the significance of admin demos in the WordPress and WooCommerce ecosystem.
Groundbreaker, Empowering Women in Tech in Uganda
05 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
During CloudFest 2024, BobWP met with Groundbreaker, a nonprofit empowering young women in Uganda for tech careers through scholarships. Find more on ...
Finding Wins, Big and Small, in Accessibility
04 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Anne and Taeke discuss the expansive realm of web accessibility, covering its intersection with profitability, society, and legal compliance. They inv...
You Don’t Need to be a Developer to Join a Hackathon
03 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Patricia, a non-developer and WordPress contributor, shares her experience and the value of having diverse skills at CloudFest Hackathon.
Containerization, Multi-Tenant Architecture, and Open Web Collaboration at the Hackathon
02 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A diverse group at the CloudFest Hackathon worked on innovative projects, from database integration to accessibility plugins, showcasing dedication an...
Plugins, Networking, and Open Source Spirit at WordCamp Asia
27 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This year we asked several attendees at WordCamp Asia what was their highlight from the event.
What March is Looking Like Here at Do the Woo
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
With WordCamp Asia and CloudFest, our schedule will be a bit off but just wait for the recordings we will be getting while on the road.
What You Can Expect from the CloudFest Hackathon 2024 Projects
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Listen in from some of the project leads that will be at this years CloudFest hackathon and learn about the goal-oriented open source projects.
Burnout, Belonging, and the Heart of WordPress
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
New host Birgit Olzem chats with Angela Jin about WordPress diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging in this debut monthly episode.
All Things CloudFest 2024 Hackathon with Christian, Carole and Alain
01 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
CloudFest CEO Christian Jäger joins Carole Olinger and Alain Schlesser for a conversation for the 2024 Hackathon at CloudFest.
WordPress Translation, Internationalization, and Documentation
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A chat about global accessibility through WordPress translation efforts, upcoming 6.5 improvements and the community’s cultural emphasis
Building WooCommerce Plugins for Portugal
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Marco Almeida, WordPress and Woo plugin developer, talks about the niche of building WooCommerce plugins to meet the needs in Portugal.
The Collaboration of the Interactivity API with WordPress and WooCommerce
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The Interactivity API allows WordPress developers to create consistent, interactive blocks, improving user experience and code consistency. WooCommerc...
Exploring Accessibility, AI, SEO, and Learning Pathways at WordCamp Asia
26 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In anticipation of WordCamp Asia 2024, listen to thirteen speakers share what they will be talking about in their session.
Previewing WordCamp Asia with Community, Networking, and Local Flavor
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
WordCamp Asia 2024 promises an exciting event in Taipei with fantastic speakers, workshops, family-friendly room, and diverse food options. Networking...
WordPress and WooCommerce at CloudFest 2024
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jonathan and Tammie discuss the growing WordPress and WooCommerce presence in the hosting industry, emphasizing diversity, inclusion, and partnership ...
From WooCommerce Specialists to Full-Service Ecommerce Agency
21 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Cody Landefeld from Mode Effect discusses Mode Effect's evolution into a full-service ecommerce agency, emphasizing customer care and technical strate...
A Plethora of WooCommerce Tips and Insights
16 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
WooBits, a end of the week show that highlights concise and useful WooCommerce tips for builders and businesses.
Email Marketing for WooCommerce Builders and Businesses
15 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Discover the latest insights in e-commerce and email marketing with Greg Zakowicz, an Omnisend expert. Learn about automation, AI’s role, and es...
Building a Community-Driven Meetup Solution for WordPress
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The GatherPress plugin has been proposed to replace Meetup.com to help organize WordPress events through an open source solution.
When Open Source Meets Urgency and Purpose
13 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Noel Tock from Human Made shares insights on WordPress limitations and the role of AI and the importance of learning product marketing deeply.
Dev Biz Fluctuations, OS Onchain Frames Bounties, and the Interactivity API
09 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
WooCommerce dev business up and downs, grants available for Frames builders and outsourcing for WooCommerce builder projects.
The Money Behind Funding Open Source
08 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode tackles a discussion on the importance of supporting open source projects in the WordPress space.
WooCommerce Performance Optimization
07 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
WooCommerce developer Uros and WordPress engineer Sabrina discuss website performance optimization, advocating for awareness, regular testing, and pra...
New Woo Dev Docs, Woo Product Lead in the Wild, and Spelling Ecommerce
02 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In WooBits, Woo unveils new dev docs directory, James Kemp takes on as product lead and how do you spell ecommerce?
Welcome our Newest Sponsor Cloudways
01 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We welcome Cloudways, managed cloud hosting for WordPress and WooCommerce, as a sponsor of our Woo ProductChat show.
WooCommerce Database Optimization, Monitoring Tools, and Client Communication
01 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Nenad Conić from Maksimer gives tips on scaling WooCommerce, tools for optimizing the database for scalability in high traffic events.
From Idea to Launch: Creating a Premium Plugin Extension
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Great tips and insights for WordPress and WooCommerce builders who are creating a plugin that is an extension of an existing plugin.
Do the Woo is an Official Media Partner at CloudFest 2024
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do the Woo will be covering both the hackathon and the conference during CloudFest 2024 at Europa-Park in Germany.
Woo Feature Request Board and WooCommerce Plugins for Sale
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In WooBits I amplify a hidden feature request board on Woo.com and 5 WooCommerce premium plugins for sale by our host Katie Keith at Barn2.
The Importance of Product Testing in WordPress
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
WordPress contributors Pooja, Brian and Anand discuss how product testing is crucial and the learning process behind it.
Content Strategies for WooCommerce and WordPress Businesses
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Adam and Emma talking about all things content when it comes to building brand recognition and trust for your Woo and WordPress business.
More Takeaways from State of the Word 2024
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
One more show with reflections and takeaways from State of the Word 2023.
Ecommerce AI, Accessibility, Security and Privacy in 2024
18 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hosts Robbie Adair and Robert Jacobi discuss their predictions for 2024, focusing on the acronym ASP: Accessibility, Security, and Privacy
WordPress Gutenberg, the Beginning to the Present
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hosts Jonathan and Tammie reflect on their experiences with the Gutenberg project in WordPress.