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  • #142 – Miriam Schwab and Oliver Sild on Security Collaboration Between Elementor and Patchstack

    #142 – Miriam Schwab and Oliver Sild on Security Collaboration Between Elementor and Patchstack

    On the podcast today we have Miriam Schwab from Elementor and Oliver Sild from Patchstack. They delve into their partnership focusing on monitoring and quickly addressing WordPress vulnerabilities through a prioritisation system, virtual patches, and a managed vulnerability disclosure program. The conversation highlights the importance of collaboration within the WordPress community to improve security. Elementor’s…

    Nathan Wrigley

  • #141 – Christy Nyiri and Mike Straw on Automattic’s Special Projects Team

    #141 – Christy Nyiri and Mike Straw on Automattic’s Special Projects Team

    On the podcast today we have Christy Nyiri and Mike Straw from Automattic’s Special Projects Team. They discuss their design work, contributions to WordPress, and the team’s internal, agency-like model. They highlight their passion for quality, non-profit projects, and advocacy for WordPress’s capabilities, aiming to demystify their team’s role and impact. Whether you’re a WordPress…

    Nathan Wrigley

  • #140 – Donata Stroink-Skillrud on Privacy Policies and Legal Obligations for Businesses

    #140 – Donata Stroink-Skillrud on Privacy Policies and Legal Obligations for Businesses

    On the podcast today we have Donata Stroink-Skillrud to talk about navigating privacy laws. Donata explains the absence of US federal privacy laws, necessitating businesses to comply with various state laws. She emphasises “Privacy by Design” for WordPress websites, and advises web designers to use legal disclaimers in contracts. Donata also highlights global privacy law…

    Nathan Wrigley

  • #139 – Andy Fragen on Automatic Update Rollbacks in WordPress

    #139 – Andy Fragen on Automatic Update Rollbacks in WordPress

    On the podcast today we have Andy Fragen who is a dedicated member of the WordPress community as well as a trauma surgeon. Somehow he manages to balance the demands of his profession with his passion for the community and, as you will hear, to important work inside of WordPress Core. Andy talks about the…

    Nathan Wrigley

  • #137 – Jamie Marsland on Heading the WordPress YouTube Channel

    #137 – Jamie Marsland on Heading the WordPress YouTube Channel

    On the podcast today we have Jamie Marsland, who has recently become the Head of the WordPress YouTube channel at Automattic. He talks about the nature of the role and why it’s more important to market WordPress than it ever has been. Jamie aims to enhance the channel’s presence and engage YouTube’s vast audience by…

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  • #136 – Matthias Pupillo on Enhancing WordPress With AI Translations

    #136 – Matthias Pupillo on Enhancing WordPress With AI Translations

    On the podcast today we have Matthias Pupillo, co-founder of FluentC.ai. He’s here to discuss AI-driven language translations, with a focus upon WordPress websites. Matthias has a rich background in technology and WordPress, and reveals how FluentC enables translations in up to 140 languages within seconds by leveraging AI models, and creating a contextual layer…

    Nathan Wrigley

  • #135 – Jonathan Bossenger on Enhancing WordPress Learning Experiences

    #135 – Jonathan Bossenger on Enhancing WordPress Learning Experiences

    On the podcast today we have Jonathan Bossenger. Jonathan discusses his transition from software development to becoming a developer educator for WordPress. He emphasises the importance of making WordPress learning accessible globally through the Learn platform, providing up-to-date, freely available educational content. The conversation highlights the platform’s transformative potential with tools like Playground, enabling interactive…

    Nathan Wrigley

  • #134 – Chris Ferdinandi on ADHD, Focus, and Working in Tech

    #134 – Chris Ferdinandi on ADHD, Focus, and Working in Tech

    On the podcast today we have Chris Ferdinandi. He shares his experiences managing ADHD in both his personal and professional life. Chris describes how ADHD affects his focus, impulse control, and emotions, viewing these traits as both challenges and potential strengths. He offers practical strategies for ADHD individuals, such as structuring workdays with dedicated focus…

    Nathan Wrigley

  • #133 – Blake Bertuccelli-Booth on Automated Accessibility Testing in WordPress

    #133 – Blake Bertuccelli-Booth on Automated Accessibility Testing in WordPress

    On the podcast today we have Blake Bertuccelli-Booth, a web designer and founder of Equalify, a company focused on improving web accessibility. Blake’s journey into web accessibility advocacy began through his work with higher education organisations and his personal experiences with dyslexia. The episode gets into Blake’s development of an automated tool that surveys websites…

    Nathan Wrigley

  • #132 – Katie Keith & Matt Cromwell on Making a Success of Your WordPress Product

    #132 – Katie Keith & Matt Cromwell on Making a Success of Your WordPress Product

    Katie Keith, founder and CEO of Barn2 Plugins, and Matt Cromwell, co-founder of GiveWP, discuss their podcast ‘WP Product Talk’ where they interview WordPress product owners about running successful businesses. They summarise insights from their interviews and unveil a blueprint for building successful WordPress products, presented at WordCamp Europe. Key topics include enhancing the WordPress…

    Nathan Wrigley

  • #131 – Abraham Waita on Nurturing Young WordPress Enthusiasts in Uganda

    #131 – Abraham Waita on Nurturing Young WordPress Enthusiasts in Uganda

    On the podcast today we have Abraham Waita, a Woo Happiness Engineer at Automattic. Abraham is deeply involved in the WordPress communities in Kenya and Uganda and recently spoke at WordCamp Europe. The discussion centers on Abraham’s efforts to introduce WordPress to high schools in Uganda, fostering a young and rapidly growing WordPress community through…

    Nathan Wrigley

  • #130 – Elena Panciera & Chiara Pennetta on Making the Web for the Deaf

    #130 – Elena Panciera & Chiara Pennetta on Making the Web for the Deaf

    On the podcast today we have Elena Panciera, an expert in inclusive and accessible languages, and Chiara Pennetta, a special needs educator and deaf advocacy expert, discussing web accessibility for the deaf. They cover the importance of captions and simplification in web content to aid understanding for deaf users and non-native speakers. New technologies, such…

    Nathan Wrigley

  • #129 – Eneko Garrido on How WordPress Transformed His Life

    #129 – Eneko Garrido on How WordPress Transformed His Life

    On the podcast today we have Eneko Garrido, a full-stack developer who became an active WordPress contributor after attending his first WordCamp in Bilbao in 2019. Eneko’s involvement in WordPress began during a challenging period marked by anxiety and depression. The inclusive and supportive atmosphere of WordCamp Bilbao inspired Eneko to engage more deeply with…

    Nathan Wrigley

  • #128 – Fernando Tellado on AI Tools and Rehumanising the Web

    #128 – Fernando Tellado on AI Tools and Rehumanising the Web

    On the podcast today we have Fernando Tellado a prominent figure in the Spanish WordPress community. Fernando discusses the emerging capabilities of AI tools which can generate massive amounts of content quickly. He questions the implications for content quality, and Google’s role in distinguishing reliable information. Touching on the evolution of technology, Fernando draws parallels…

    Nathan Wrigley

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