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In today’s episode, co-hosts Katie Keith, founder and CEO at Barn2, and James Kemp, the core product manager at WooCommerce, sit down with Ben Ritner, the Senior Director of Product at StellarWP. They dive into the intricate balance between customizability and simplicity in WordPress products, particularly focusing on Ben’s work with the Cadence suite. Discover […]

In this episode of Woo DevChat, hosts discuss UX design and CRO with Marc McDougall, who shares insights on common misconceptions, mistakes, and the evolving role of AI in enhancing user experience.

Adam Weeks and Christian Taylor explore CloudFest, assessing booth designs and marketing strategies. They discuss visual engagement, effective messaging, and the significance of interactive experiences in attracting attendees.

In the latest episode of Content Sparks, BobWP introduces three monthly hosts: Robbie Adair on content and AI, Rae Morey on all things media, and Derek Hansen on content management, promising valuable insights.

At CloudFest 2025, experts from i2Coalition and BigScoots discuss the importance of collaboration in the hosting industry, addressing legislative challenges while emphasizing WordPress's role in supporting small businesses globally.

In this episode, Jonathan Wold and Tammy Lister chat with Marieke van de Rakt, co-founder of Progress Planner. They discuss her teaching, investment philosophy, and insights on e-commerce challenges and open source opportunities.

Elise Prather, VP at Automattic's WP Cloud, shares her immersive experience at CloudFest, highlighting its vast size, unique networking opportunities, and the customizable hosting solutions WP Cloud offers for companies and freelancers.

In this episode of WP Agency Tracks, hosts Marcus Burnett and Cami MacNamara discuss the benefits and challenges of niching down with guest Tara Claeys, emphasizing her focus on schools and nonprofits for greater business success.

At CloudFest, Ronnie Burt discusses Gravatar's history, its integration with WordPress, recent spikes in usage from platforms like ChatGPT, and the importance of digital identity ownership.

In this episode host Mark Westguard chats with Steve Burge, founder of PublishPress, discussing their journeys, the evolution of WordPress plugins, and strategies for business growth.