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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 ...

The Ins and Outs in the Life of WooCommerce Support

13 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to the workings of WooCommerce support, Job shares everything you need to know.

Cart Abandonment and Business Competitor Surprises

08 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

From the powers of cart abandonment solutions to a story about when one of your largest competitors closes their doors unexpectedly.

Headless WooCommerce, Now and in the Future

01 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A deep dive conversation with Jacob on his experience with WooCommerce and headless.

Outsourcing, Training and Community for the WordPress Developers

29 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

As the founder of GoWP, one of the leading outsourcing businesses in the WordPress space, Brad Morrison has his finger on the pulse of what is transpi...

The Perspective of a Team Member on a Company Acquisition

24 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Often the conversation of an acquisition comes from the owners. But this time around Laura shares her experiences and insights during what can be view...

The Benefits of Freelancing with a Company

22 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Learn from two freelance pros insights and tips into working on WooCommerce projects and running a freelance business.

Block Themes, WordPress 5.8 and WooCommerce

17 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Daisy has a long history in WordPress, loves educating the community and is an advocate of block themes.

All You Need to Know About the WooCommerce Marketplace

16 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

If you are interested in being part of the WooCommerce marketplace or you're just curious of what goes on behind the scenes, this show is for you.

An App Store for WordPress

15 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Learn how Jonathan's idea of an app store for WordPress focuses on the these three audiences: creators, extenders and hosting providers.

The Full Site Editor for WooCommerce Builders

10 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

If you are an extender for WooCommerce or WordPress, this chat on the new full site editor coming WordPress is for you.

Entering the WooCommerce Ecosystem During an eCommerce Boom

27 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Woo space found a lot of innovations by product makers and building online stores soar. On a quick development track, David Mainayar from PeachPay...

Navigating Market Disruptions and Client Expectations in WooCommerce Agencies

25 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in as they chat about market disruptions, business tools, client off hour expectations and the differentiators that set Woo apart from other ec...

A Developers Insights About Empowering Clients

20 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

DJ’s development skills with WooCommerce blend his willingness to learn quickly and deeply while giving his clients more empowerment over their ...

A Roundtable Chat About Product Marketing at WooCommerce

19 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This conversation takes a deep dive and behind the scenes into the product marketing at WooCommerce and what makes it tick.

Mastering WooCommerce Snippets

18 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in as Rodolfo talks about dedicating his site over the years to help developers level up their coding skills.

All You Need to Know to Organize a WordPress Meetup

13 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

When you get five meetup co-organizers together for a chat, the insights and experiences shared are going to flood the gates

When Did You First Do the Woo?

06 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in as we hear from ten past guests about how they discovered and started using WooCommerce.

WooCommerce and Mobile Apps

04 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Whether it's your clients site or your own store, you may or may not be keeping mobile apps aligned with what you are building.

A Look at WordPress Core and Blocks

29 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

We catch up with what's happening with blocks and get some insights from Greg on how WooCommerce blocks play into the bigger picture.

A Roundtable Discussion with the COO at WooCommerce

27 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Warren has been with WooCommerce for ten years and sheds some light on some very important questions with his insights and experience.

Hooking and Integrating WooCommerce into Warehousing

22 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

From being an expert into hooking WooCommerce into a warehouse to being a release lead for WordPress Core, David has done a lot as a full stack develo...

How WordPress Meetups Enhance Developer Skills and Community Engagement

21 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

There are a lot of opportunities for developers to attend or even start up a WordPress or WooCommerce meetup. Alicia and David dive into it from first...

Keeping Developers on Top of WordPress Core

20 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

As a WooCommerce builder, you need to keep on top of all the major changes in WordPress core. This episode will get you started.

Promoting Products to WooCommerce Developers and Agencies

19 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Get agencies and developers to become your fans and recommend and use your WooCommerce product or service.

A Deep Dive into the WooCommerce User Community

16 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

A great conversation around the WooCommerce ecosystem and community.

Funding and Growth for WooCommerce Shops

15 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Aidan shares thoughts on outside funding, seasonal inventory, low risk businesses and how he views WooCommerce favorably as a deliberate choice.

A Q&A on Developer Advocacy at WooCommerce

14 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in to this live chat with Allen Smith as we talk about WooCommerce documentation, resources, contributing, headless and more.

Online Training Coming from a Mix of Education and Open Source

08 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in as Robbie shares her diverse background of open source work through her agency and her experience with online training.

WooCommerce, eCommerce and Accessibility

06 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This conversation takes us deeper into accessibility. Not only do we learn the important basics, but how eCommerce fits into the picture.

The WooCommerce Marketplace

01 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in as Adepeju talks about developers, selling on WooCommerce and the future of the marketplace.

Online Events for the WooCommerce Builder Community

25 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Listen as the co-organizers chat about what WooCommerce builders can expect if they attend the weekly events.

A Conversation Around WooCommerce Blocks

23 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Darren Ethier and Gary Murray from WooCommerce join Manos Psychogyiopoulos, Head of Product at SomewhereWarm to talk WooCommerce blocks.

Building a WooCommerce Store on WordPress.com

18 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Timmy works on the Woo team and shares what people may not now about building a WooCommerce shop on WordPress.com.

Growing an Agency and WooCommerce Enterprise Sites

11 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Jakes shares his insights about WooCommerce in the enterprise state as well as the 10-year growth of his agency.

The Do the Woo WooCommerce Builder Survey 2020

09 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I share the results of my WooCommerce Builder Survey and some snippets on 2020 from past episodes.

Walking Clients Through the WooCommerce Journey

04 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Alicia brings in a unique combination of coaching and development that takes her clients through the entire process of building and growing your site ...

Listener Questions and Woo Insights at 100 Episodes

25 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

When we hit 100 episodes it’s time for questions and celebration

Load Testing and Building WooCommerce Sites

23 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in to an interesting deep-dive into load testing your WooCommerce shop.

Common Accessibility Issues Seen Again and Again in WooCommerce Sites

18 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Bet has a deep passion for accessibility. This is filled with stories, insights and tips for both WooCommerce and WordPress sites in general.

A Guide to WooCommerce Agency Rebranding and Growth

11 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Patrick talks about the WooCommerce space over the years, the rebranding of his agency Mindsize and the potential WooCommerce has.

A WooCommerce Founder Reunion

09 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

in 2007 three guys, two from South Africa and one from Norway got together when an idea to start a theme shop called WooThemes. Well, one thing led to...

SEO, WooCommerce and Building Plugins

04 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we chat with Marieke, CEO at Yoast SEO about eCommerce SEO, building plugins and local SEO.

The Perfect Blend of WooCommerce Freelancing and Community

28 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Noëlle Steegs is one of those rare freelancers that jumped on WordPress and WooCommerce at the same time. And the rest is history.

Ten Things I Wish I Knew When Starting My eCommerce Business

26 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This tip-filled episode results from a threaded tweet based on someone who share what they wish they had known when they started their eCommerce site....

A Web Designer Who Codes

21 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Michael designs and codes and brings a unique talent that is truly a commodity for the ecosystem.

How a Diverse Web Career Led to WordPress and WooCommerce

14 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Sharon Yates, owner of Creative Mouse Studio, chats with us about her experience in the tech industry, including WordPress and WooCommerce.

Do the Woo Chats with WordFest Organizers

12 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in to learn more about WordFest, tips for Woo builders and a bit of "in hindsight, we should have used WooCommerce".

Building WooCommerce Community and Stores in Nigeria

07 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Mary Job has the passion to bring WordPress and WooCommerce to Nigeria and beyond in Africa.

WooCommerce Builder Tips from the Pros for 2021

29 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Listen to these tips from some WooCommerce pros for builders of products, services and websites in 2021.

Finding Resilience with WooCommerce Products in 2020

17 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A chat about bootstrapping to product sales and when you are hit with product challenges resulting from 2020.

Bringing Pride, Experience and Business Smarts to WooCommerce

10 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Hear how one solopreneur is moving into the WooCommerce space and how she manages her business as a single owner.

Post Black Friday in 2020 with WooCommerce Plugin Shops

08 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Listen in to hear how this year's Black Friday and Cyber Sunday sales went for three popular WooCommerce plugin shops this year.

Perspectives from Inside and Outside of the WooCommerce Ecosystem

03 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Robert Jacobi, Industry Analyst Strategist shares a very diverse background in the web space, open source and WooCommerce.

What is a WooCommerce Builder and a Look at the Opportunities

24 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A lively discussion around who the Woo builders are and what opportunities can be found in thee ecosystem.

Working with WooCommerce and Subscriptions Support

19 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We have a chance to talk about her transition to Automattic, a bit around the space of subscriptions and, of course, her active role in support at Woo...

Product Pricing and Opportunities in the WooCommerce Ecosystem

12 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Alex has helped dozens of WooCommerce product builders and he has seen it all. Alex has a pulse on this space and a lot of great insights to share.

WooGraphQL, Headless and APIs

05 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

When you ask a developer on the show who is passionate about what they do, well, it literally takes a deep dive into the topic. This was the case when...

Combining Agencies for a Focus on WooCommerce Maintenance

29 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

When you get a couple of agency owners from the WordPress space who have been around for awhile, you may or may not be surprised the deeper dive you e...

Insights and Perspectives on the WordPress State of the Woo 2020

27 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

To introduce the new addition to the Do the Woo podcast, Woo Perspectives, I asked my co-hosts to join me for insights into the State of the Woo from ...

How Pay Later Options Benefit Merchants and Consumers

22 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We chat with Greg Lisiewski, VP and GM of Global Pay Later Products at PayPal about the industry, the benefits to consumer and merchants and the newes...

Understanding the Dynamics of WooCommerce and eCommerce in 2020

15 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The year of 2020 has been challenging and at the same time, provided a chance for some opportunities for growth in the eCommerce space. We asked Chris...

Advocating for Developers at WooCommerce

08 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Creating support, feedback channels and documentation for developers is a critical piece to the puzzle. Allen Smith has taken the role of Developer Ad...

Do the Woo is Live. Connecting the WooCommerce Builder Community.

06 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Do the Woo, a new site for developers, designers and entrepreneurs who are building stores product and services for WooCommercee.

A Chat with Do the Woo Co-Host Jonathan Wold

01 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is the last of the series where I ask my co-hosts to put on the guest hat. Today I chat with Jonathan Wold. As with my other co-hosts, Jonathan b...

A Chat with Do the Woo Co-Host Mendel Kurland

24 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is the second of three episodes where I ask my co-hosts to put on the guest hat. Today I chat with Mendel Kurland, who came on the show at the be...

Do the Woo Co-Host Brad Williams Unplugged

17 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Today I chat with Brad Williams, who was my first co-host and has been on the show since May 2018. It's a good time to learn more about how Brad does ...

A WooCommerce Journey to WooSesh with the Founders

10 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

When you chat with two Woo builders who have been in the space for sometime, the journey is filled with twists and turn.

A WooCommerce Journey Starting From High School

03 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Greg built his first WooCommerce shop in high school and ends with his role at HubSpot as the Global Manager of WordPress partnerships.

From WordPress Blogs to Membership Sites

27 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Shannon's success story in the WP space is fascinating, and her 3-year look at WooCommerce as the monster, certainly, overall, has a wonderful ending,...

A Guide to Contributing and Surviving as an Introvert in the WooCommerce Community

19 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Having started building websites in 2002, Eric later embraced both WordPress and WooCommerce. The chat evolves into the world of introverts and moves ...

Buying, Selling and Building WooCommerce Plugins

13 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Matt has been in the WordPress space since 2005 and between his activity of developing and buying plugins, several of which are for WooCommerce, Matt ...

Talking WordPress from CodePens

06 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Chris Coyier is a veteran to the web. He dabbled first with WordPress and has used it for years. WooCommerce also drifted in and out of Chris's web li...

From Attorney to CEO of an WooCommerce Agency

30 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Rian Kinney has been working with WordPress users and agencies since 2017 and recently joined a WooCommerce agency.

An Outside Perspective on Democratizing Commerce and WooCommerce

23 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Nate Steward from Big Commerce joins us for a chat about his perspectives on WooCommerce and the bigger picture of Commerce.

Installment Payments, Financial Empowerment and WooCommerce

16 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The product and perspective that Killian brings to the podcast today are both very unique. The approach of their product and their work in the eCommer...

WooCommerce Agency Work, Client Challenges and Building WooCommerce Shops

09 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A conversation about agency work with WooCommerce, client challenges and a lot more nuggets related to building WooCommerce sites.