In this episode of 'Within WordPress,' we sit down with Tammy, a key figure in the WordPress community. Tammy shares insights from her extensive journey spanning over 12 years, discussing the evolution of BuddyPress, her pivotal role in the Gutenberg project, and her latest venture as a co-founder of Guildenberg. We delve into the challenges of theme development, the importance of usability testing across cultures, and the excitement surrounding new WordPress features like data views.

Tammy also sheds light on the current state and future goals of Guildenberg, aimed at helping businesses grow within the WordPress ecosystem. Whether you're a WordPress enthusiast or a product builder, this episode is packed with invaluable knowledge and future aspirations for WordPress.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
01:26 Guest Introduction: Tammy
02:40 BuddyPress Discussion
16:51 Theming and WordPress Challenges
17:39 Gutenberg Project Insights
26:00 Current Projects and Guildenberg
32:33 Understanding the Rules of Engagement
33:39 Exciting Prospects for the Coming Year
34:10 Setting Goals and Resolutions
36:48 Adapting and Evolving Strategies
38:29 Focusing on Personal Projects
40:44 Exploring Data Views in WordPress
44:25 Challenges and Considerations
47:58 Improving User Experience and Performance
53:57 Future Directions for WordPress
01:06:01 Concluding Thoughts