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Understanding What It Means to Be a WordPress Developer
26 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Zach Stepek, Till Kruss and Carl Alexander have a conversation on how and if you can define a WordPress developer.
Ideas Advice and Inspiration for the WordPress Builder Journey
24 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tips from Daisy Olsen, Dave Lockie, Devin Walker, Greg Ziolkowski, Jonathan Wold, Milana Cap, Nev Harris, Paul Bearne, Ryan Welcher, Vassilena Valchan...
Do the Woo is Heading to WordCamp Europe 2022 as a Media Partner
20 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
WCEU is happening in Porto, Portugal. Find Do the Woo there and join us in a podcast or let's just have a conversation.
WooCommerce Checkout and Cart Blocks
19 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Automattic engineer Nadir Seghir chats about where we are at with the WooCommerce cart and checkout blocks and where we are going.
WordCamp Europe 2022
17 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Takis Bouyouris and Taeke Reijenga, part of the organizing team for WordCamp Europe, joins us in a conversation all about WCEU.
Dropping My .02% About WordPress Marketshare
13 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In light of the recent article and discussion of the drop in the WordPress marketshare, well, I felt it my duty to weigh in, ever so small.
Education, the LMS Ecosystem and WooCommerce
12 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ronnie Burt from Sensei LMS shares insights and thoughts from his years of experience in education, WordPress, and WooCommerce
A WooCommerce Roundtable Dives Into WordPress 6.0
10 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The WooCommerce panel talks about WordPress 6.0 with insights around the features, hosting, education, blocks and web development.
Web3 Integration, Woo in Search and More Random WooCommerce
06 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This week I chat about the flux of crypto plugins for WooCommerce, how Woo is rating in search and third-party risks.
Returning to Agency Life? Listening to Your Inner Voice
05 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Remkus de Vries has decided to reboot his agency and bring himself back into setting at the helm of his life and his business.
Recommending the Right Solution for Your eCommerce Client, All the Time
03 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It just makes sense that sometimes you send a client somewhere else because it is not your specialty
WordPress Plugin Saturation aka Challenges Equal Opportunity
29 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Whether it's for WordPress or specifically WooCommerce, the question is often asked, is the plugin space saturated.
Blocks‑Based Design Meets WooCommerce Solutions
28 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ben Ritner from KadenceWP weighs in on block, themes and the future of the WooCommerce product page.
Early Days of WooCommerce and Building Themes
26 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Colm started his career early as a developer, starting with WooCommerce in 2012 and dipping into eCommerce long before that.
Where Are All the WooCommerce Alternatives?
22 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A single tweet inspired this commentary from me about why we are not seeing many, if any real competitors to WooCommerce.
Grow Your Developer Network, Career and Business
21 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you are looking to grow or change your WordPress or WooCommerce development career, here are some tips from Marcus and Courtney.
Accessibility, the Payoff for Your Clients WooCommerce Shop
20 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Atarim Web Agency Summit speaker Anne-Mieke Bovelett shares a valuable tip on accessibility and WooCommerce design and development.
Three WooCommerce Tips for Simplifying the Complex
20 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Atarim Web Agency Summit speakers Maciek Palmowski, David Mainayar and Nev Harris share tips for WooCommerce agencies and freelancers.
A WordPress and WooCommerce Presence at CloudFest
19 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Co-hosts Robert and Jonathan both attended CloudFest 2022 and share some interesting perspectives and comparisons.
DevLife Snippets
18 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With every developer we have a conversation with, there is a story. Woo DevLife brings those short stories to the reader.
Why the Open Web Still Matters
14 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Aaron Campbell has a passion for the Open Web, open source and WordPress with the goal that everyone should have access to all things on the web.
Why Custom Tables Matter for WooCommerce Developers
12 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We have an in-depth conversation on custom tables including a recent experience with them migrating from Joomla to WordPress and WooCommerce.
Optimizing WooCommerce Support for Developers
07 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew Wikel shares thoughts and insights working on WooCommerce support specifically for builders and developers of Woo shops.
Do the Woo v3.3
05 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this version we expand the opportunities for WooCommerce builders to elevate themselves as well as some other new features.
Sustainable Web Design, Now and in the Future
31 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tom Greenwood, founder of WholegrainDigital talks about hosting, site performance and other factors that play into sustainability on the web.
Under the Hood: Deep Dive into EDD 3 Architecture & Challenges
29 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
John James Jacoby has been a developer in open source for two decades, WordPress core for 15 years and everything between.
Still Cranking it Up with the WordPress Community
24 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Awhile back I shared how I was turning it up to 11 when it comes to the WordPress community. Been going steady, and now it's 11 at Do the Woo.
A Builders Path to WooCommerce with Meg Phillips
22 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Meg Phillips has led a diverse path of careers that have led to a life as a developer and part of the WooCommerce community.
Working Support as a Happiness Engineer at WooCommerce
17 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Being a Happiness Engineer for WooCommerce means supporting your customers and your internal team. Get a behind-the-scenes glimpse into Woo support.
Learn.WordPress to Keep Your Developer Skills 100 Percent
15 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Knowing what drives the engine via WordPress will make you a better WooCommerce builders. Listen as Courtney Robertson shares all there is to know abo...
Adapting to Change in WooCommerce for Over a Decade
10 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mitch Callahan, CEO at Saucal, is proud to run an agency that has a focus on WooCommerce and helping to build the ecosystem.
Woo Builder Bites
07 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
BobWP discusses the evolution of the "Do the Woo" podcast, highlighting new segments like "Woo Builder Bites," designed for builders to share valuable...
From Words to Code: A Creator’s Evolution
03 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Eric Karkovack shares his long history in the web space, his insights into WooCommerce and WordPress and his love for writing.
Navigating Work Life Balance as a WordPress Developer
01 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Scott Kingsley Clark share some insights for builders when it come to a work/life balance from his upcoming WordFest panel session.
Web3, Pricing & the WooCommerce Ecosystem
24 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
From checkout to tokens, an app store to pricing, Jordan Gal gives us insights into the future around the WooCommerce ecosystem.
Start Your Own WooCommerce Builder Story
22 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Meher shares her own story of how she started building sites with WooCommerce, but also adds insights on how you can start your own story as a builder...
The Art of Branding and Design at WooCommerce
17 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A behind-the-scenes look at part of the branding and design team at WooCommerce.
How WooCommerce Has Impacted 7 Developers
15 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Listen in as seven WooCommerce builders tell their story of how WooCommerce has impacted their lives and businesses.
What It Really Takes to Create a WordPress Online Course
10 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Bud Kraus shares his own story of the journey of building courses for WordPress and the challenges around WooCommerce courses.
Moving Forward with WordPress 5.9 Features and Strategy
08 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A discussion around WordPress 5.9, the acceptance and now moving forward, plus how it affects WooCommerce builders.
Blockchain, NFT’s Memberships and WordPress
03 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Lean about the potential for using NFTs to expand the scope of your WooCommerce membership site.
WooCommerce Custom Order Tables, Databases and Performance
01 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With the new plan for WooCommerce Custom Order Tables, we brought in three developers to explore and discuss the topic.
Visionary Insights into the Web and Beyond with Matt Mullenweg
27 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Matt Mullenweg, WordPress co-founder and visionary shares a lot in this one. Listen in and unpack Matt's insights from the web to human nature.
A Story of Building a WordPress Business and Community
25 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Robert Windisch kicks off our Woo Builder Stories series as he tells us his stories around clients, community and contributing.
The Power of the WooCommerce Merchant Community
20 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Erika Ellacott, Merchant Community Advocate from WooCommerce shares insights and a look at how she inspires and guides the community.
Choosing When to Use WooCommerce for an eCommerce Project
18 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Listen in as agency owners Robbie and Zach talk about their own experiences having worked with various platforms and open source software.
Product Pages, Blocks, FSE and Customizations
13 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Jamie has been in the WooCommerce builder ecosystem for over a decade. Innovating along the way, he now is directly brining the full site editor and b...
Acquisitions, Open Source and Staying Grounded at State of the Word 2021
11 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We have a lively discussion in this episode on the State of the Word, community, full site editor, Gutenberg, OpenVerse and Web 3.0
Bringing a WordPress Form Plugin Into a Crowded Market
06 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
WS Form plugin entered a crowded form market in WordPress. Learn how founder Mark Westguard met that challenge head-on.
Last Thoughts on the State of the Word 2021 from the Community
22 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
With the State of the Word now past, Adam Warner, Joe Wells, Michelle Frechette and Rob Cairns share these last thoughts.
Matt Mullenweg on WooCommerce at the State of the Word 2021
20 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Although WooCommerce was not touched on at the State of the Word, I was able to get in a general question about Woo during Q and A.
The Beginning of the End, State of the Word and the WooTrainClan
18 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The train trips ends. And what an experience it has been. I give an overview of the last eight days and what's to come through the end of this year.
Building No-Code Tools and Community Connections
17 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Westguard from WS Forms joins me to share his insights of what stood out for him at the State of the Word 2021
A Conversation About HeroPress at the WordPress State of the Word 2021
17 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Topher and Cate share their thoughts on the State of the Word and their HeroPress Network.
What One Attendee Hopes to Hear at WordPress State of the Word 2021
16 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Daniel has been doing WordPress for 10 years, but has more recently began the deep dive into the community.
Community and the WordPress State of the Word 2021
16 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
An fantastic conversation with Cory Miller from Post Status about his passion for community and what his expectations are for State of the Word.
A Shared Experience on the Upcoming State of the Word 2021
16 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Listen in as Adam talks about community, New York and what he hoped to hear at State of the Word.
Riding the Woo Train
13 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When I started planning this trip to State of the Word, I never thought someone would join me on one leg of the journey.
Random Thoughts on the Train Traveling to State of the Word in New York City
13 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's funny how one's mind can wander when traveling across the county via train, heading to the WordPress State fo the Word.
WordPress Serendipity on a Train
12 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A big surprise was discovering that Susan Ramsey, a long time online friend and WordPress peeps, was on my train.
Thinking of Our Sponsors While Traveling Through Montana to State of the Word
12 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Traveling through a state as large as Montana gives me a different perspective on my sponsors.
A WordPress Community Chat Before Boarding the Train
11 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The kickoff podcast via Seattle with Cami MacNamara talking State of the Word, community and more.
Taking On WordPress Cache Challenges
09 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Till Kruss took on the issues surrounding WordPress and caching by creating Object Cache Pro. Learn more about Till, his journey and successes.
Just a Quick Note on the Do the Woo Trip to NYC
08 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In two days I board Amtrak heading to the State of the Word in NYC. A few reminders for you.
Using Online Courses to Grow Your WooCommerce Business
07 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Lema shares insights for those builders who are considering starting online classes to help sell products or educate clients.
Connecting the Community with WordPress Jobs
02 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this show Michelle gives us some insights into her love for community and job seekers.
Do the Woo is Heading to the WordPress State of the Word 2021
30 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Do the Woo heads to the 2021 State in the Word in New York City in an 8 day cross-country event.
WooCommerce Friends, News and Podcasts
25 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Keeping up on Do the Woo. We have a lot going on with friends, news and our podcasts.
Marketing Products in the WooCommerce Ecosystem
23 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A great discussion around marketing your WooCommerce-related product in both the WooCommerce and WordPress ecosystem.
A Year End Conversation with the CEO of WooCommerce
18 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We chat about 2021, what is around the corner for 2022, and a peek inside of Paul's life at WooCommerce.
Moving Between Open Source Platforms
16 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Moving from Joomla to WordPress is more than just the technical aspects. It reaches into the business of the entire ecosystems.
Building Stories, Community and WooCommerce Sites
11 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As a builder, journalist and media pro, Abha brings a ton of insights and perspectives on community, storytelling and WooCommerce.
A Conversation on Point of Sales in the WooCommerce Ecosystem
09 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The discussion starts with the challenges of operating both online and offline sales and moving into the large POS ecosystem.
Building the New Do the Woo Site
04 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode, we bring in the lead dev, Christina Workman to chat about the rebrand and rebuild project for Do the Woo.
The New Do the Woo
03 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
With a major rebrand and redesign of Do the Woo, producer BobWP shares what's new for the WooCommerce builder community.
Scaling Your WooCommerce Business from One to Fifteen Plugins
28 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Diego Zanella has been a software engineer for 25 years. His culmination of experiences easily sums up his growth with his WooCommerce business.
Developers Mastering WooCommerce Performance
26 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you want to get a good grip on the nuances of Woo and mastering the performance while going deep into the developer brain, this show is for you.
Behind the Scenes with a WooCommerce Product Lead
21 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hear how the process works and get a behind-the-scenes look at what Gary's role entails and how things move through the WooCommerce organization.
WordPress Five for the Future and Contributing
19 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Angela Jin and Jeff Paul chat about what open source means to them, how to contribute and what it means to their professional and personal growth.
WooCommerce Web Development, SEO and Agency Insights
14 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Starting as a developer, moving into SEO and then having built GetCredo.com, his wealth of knowledge around agencies and service companies is somethin...
A Discussion on the Ecommerce Payments and Checkout Solutions
12 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Roundtable discusses what led up the surge in checkout extensions and SaaS products and insights of marketplace.
Tips for Podcasting and Being a Guest for Site and Product Builders
07 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The value of starting a podcast for your WooCommerce business or, even being a guest on a podcast, is something to be considered. Hear these tips from...
From Closed Source Apps to Open Source Plugins
30 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Lacey Ellis started with an app for the iPhone and Android. Next came a plugin for WooCommerce. Hear her journey as a product builder.
Being a Developer Advocate for WooCommerce
23 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Listen in as we chat with Allen about his work at WooCommerce as well as getting a glimpse of what makes Allen tick.
Black Friday and Cyber Monday Tips for WordPress and Ecommerce Businesses
21 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Listen in as 13 pros talk about timing, pricing, bundles and other tips to help WooCommerce product builders have a successful holiday sales.
From Websites to Themes to SaaS: Challenges, Insights and Wins
16 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Maziar Firoozmand from Artbees has built sites, themes and marketing automation via a SaaS in his entrepreneurial journey.
How to Ease Into the WooCommerce Product Builder Ecosystem
14 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I share what I have told dozens of builders in conversations about how enter the WooCommerce community and space.
Jetpack Essentials: Search, Backups & Performance Optimization
09 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We chat about the Jetpack features that really bring value to a WooCommerce shop, but also address the misconception of it being a bloated plugin.
Talking Support, Onboarding, Community and More with WooCommerce
07 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ronald, Tonya, Robert and Robbie share some insights on building community, hybrid events, onboarding, marketplace, support and WooCommerce payments.
WordPress News, WordCamps and Community
02 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Jeff Chandler and I chat about WooCommerce, WordPress, trains, and a lot of everything else in-between.
Culture, Conflict and Diversity in Open Source
26 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There was a lot of train of thoughts riding their rails in this show. The title says it all and lends to some very insightful conversation.
Moving From a WooCommerce Agency to Supporting Businesses and Agencies
19 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Marcus Burnette from SkyVerge talks about experiencing an acquisition, WooCommerce extensions and tips for product builders.
Joining a Suite of WooCommerce Solutions for WordPress
17 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
James Kemp from IconicWP and Zach Tirrell from The Events Calendar talk about their companies being acquired by StellarWP.
A Website Builders Content Journey
12 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Lindsey gives us some great thoughts on thinking about content as a Woo agency or product builder, and how to help clients through their content journ...
The Growth of WooCommerce Payments, Past, Present and Future
10 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
From subscriptions to multicurrency, marketing to scalability, this show it all about WooCommerce Payments, now and in the future.
From Developer to Ecommerce Project Manager
05 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We talk about his transition from developer to project manager, the acquisition of Amplify Plugins and where eCommerce is headed.
WordPress 5.8, Page Builders, Future of Themes and More
29 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
WooCommerce conversation around WordPress 5.8, Gutenberg, blocks, freelancing, the future of themes and a whole lot more
Streamlining Your WooCommerce Site Build
22 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Adam does the Woo in many ways, from helping builders streamlined their processes to helping instill values with his kids by selling online.
Innovative eCommerce with Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality
20 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Listen in as Lisa and David give insights and perspectives when it comes to running an agency that builder Woo shops.
The Importance of Including WooCommerce in Your Development Stack
15 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Spencer has many opinions. But when he starts out a podcast by saying if there is one plugin you should marry, it's WooCommerce, you know the chat is ...