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Exploring Accessibility and Neurodiversity in WordPress

08 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The WordPress Way, host Birgit chats with accessibility expert Anne Mieke Bovelett, discussing her ADHD journey, digital accessibil...

WordPress Accessibility Day 2024

02 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Michelle Frechette hosts a conversation with organizers Ryan Bracey and Sarah Kornblum about the upcoming WordPress Accessibility Day event, emphasizi...

The Ultimate Guide to WooCommerce Hosting: Performance, Support, and Growth

24 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Marcel and Mike drill into the key hosting aspects for WooCommerce stores impacting performance, sales, support importance, resource balances, caching...

A Blog for the Community, by the Community

19 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

BobWP records from WordCampUS, sharing updates on the Do the Woo blog's soft relaunch and plans for future community engagement.

Behind the Scenes of Reviving WordCamp in Australia

17 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Devin chats with lead organizer Wil Brown about the return of WordCamp Sydney after a five-year hiatus.

Enterprise-Scale WordPress in the Modern Ecosystem

12 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Brad, Tom and James dive into the evolution of WordPress for large organizations, emphasizing the need for enterprise influencers and thought leadersh...

Mastering Asynchronous Communication in Remote Teams

11 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Adam and Emma discuss asynchronous communication, emphasizing clarity, over-communicating, strategic emoji use, and the importance of ...

Three AI Projects Happening at Automattic

10 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Automattic's current AI projects include the Jetpack AI Assistant for content creation, Odie chatbot for support, and Big Sky for website building. Th...

AI, Adaptability, and the Future of eCommerce, Insights

09 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode of Woo AgencyChat features Gigi J. Kizhakkechethipuzha and Steve Tamulewicz discussing eCommerce, AI, and adaptability in the industry.

Inclusivity, Community Trust, and Fair Pay for Freelancers

06 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Summary: Host Birgit chats with Megan Rose and Mike Conley on fostering inclusive WordPress environments, including code of conduct processes and dive...

A Learning Journey to Accessibility

04 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Maestro Stevens from Iconic Template discusses accessibility in WordPress and WooCommerce, emphasizing its importance for all users. He also shares hi...

The Art of WordCamp Networking

03 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Whether you are attending, speaking or sponsoring at WordCampUS, we have some tips for you and thoughts to ponder.

Scaling WooCommerce: Insights on High-Performance Order Storage (HPOS)

02 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Vendanshu, Woo core dev, shares key insights for developers on optimizing scalability, enhancing performance, and preparing WooCommerce stores for fut...

Monolithic CMS Products and Open Source CMSs and DXPs

29 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Karim and DXP expert Dan Drapeau discuss procurement challenges, monolithic vs. composable solutions, TCO, the role of agencies, and s...

Bridging WordPress & Drupal: Open CMS Insights

28 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Malcolm Peralty, an experienced figure in WordPress and Drupal, shares insights on the evolution of both platforms, his journey, and the future of con...

Building WooCommerce Stores with Page Builders

27 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Anthony, Emma and Adam chat out how page builders can enhance WooCommerce sites, offering flexibility and customization without coding plus some AI in...

Development, Digital Accessibility and AI for WordPress Agencies

22 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Niels and Marius discuss WordPress development, WooCommerce challenges, and AI's impact. Key takeaways include stable tech bases, digital accessibilit...

The Refresh of Learn WordPress: New Directions & Community Growth

21 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Kathryn, Nick and Laura chat about the newly refreshed learn.wordpress.org, emphasizing tailored learning pathways for different users, community-driv...

AI Transparency, Trust, and Ecommerce Impacts

20 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

James LePage, founder of WPAI, chats about how AI is reshaping WooCommerce. He shares how AI can be a game-changer for WordPress developers and busine...

Balancing Careers and a WooCommerce Agency Evolution

15 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This episode of Woo AgencyChat features Joe Riviello, who successfully manages a web design agency and a medical career. Zen Agency’s evolution from...

Investing Into Proactive Customer Service with WooCommerce

14 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of BizChat, Scott Stapley, CEO of BigScoots, highlights the importance of customer success and the proactive approach it entails.

Inside WordPress 6.6 with Key Updates & Community Insights

13 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode host Abha Thakor and guests Mary Baum and Meher Bala discuss the latest release of WordPress 6.6. The conversation covers new feature...

Stepping Outside the Niche Tech Bubbles

08 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's important to step outside the WordPress bubble for new perspectives and growth in business and personal life.

Insights from the 2023 State of Enterprise WordPress Survey

07 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, hosts Brad, Tom, and guest Mario discuss enterprise WordPress, highlighting functionality, cost-effectiveness, and leadership involve...

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