In 2013, Suzette Franck, one of the original cohosts of the WPwatercooler, made a trac ticket suggesting the WordPress project “Add a ‘Contribute’ tab to the About page” of the WordPress Dashboard. After some discussion, the ticket fell dormant. Ten years later, WordPress core contributor Olga Glekler revived the still-relevant ticket, and championed the cause throughout the MakeWP community. In WordPress 6.3, that ten-year old idea was finally realized, with the launch of the brand-new “Get Involved” tab. And in this episode, we will be joined by both Suzette and Olga to talk about the journey of ten-year ticket! Ticket – https://core.trac.wordpress.org/ticket/23348 Contribute Page – https://make.wordpress.org/contribute/

This week on WPwatercooler we’re talking with Nyasha about our wishes for WordPress 6.4. The roundtable digs deep into WordPress development, focusing on the importance and flexibility of custom fields and post types. A significant part of the conversation revolves around the conversion process between ACF post types and other plugins, and the panelists share personal insights into their favorite tools and techniques. The discussion also explores the potential of the upcoming WordPress releases, emphasizing the need for more than just bug fixes, and aspiring to lay the groundwork for new innovations. Guest Nyasha G shares some thoughtful insights, while Sé Reed keeps the conversation spirited with her unique humor. https://make.wordpress.org/core/2023/07/18/wordpress-6-4-whats-on-your-wishlist/ https://make.wordpress.org/core/2023/06/05/wordpress-6-4-development-cycle/ https://make.wordpress.org/core/2023/04/19/status-update-on-the-sqlite-project/ https://github.com/WordPress/gutenberg/issues/53049 https://core.trac.wordpress.org/ticket/58281 https://www.reddit.com/r/ididnthaveeggs/

This week on WPwatercooler were going to be discussing everything coming out in WordPress 6.3 and our thoughts on the new features https://github.com/courtneyr-dev https://make.wordpress.org/test/2023/06/27/help-test-wordpress-6-3/ https://make.wordpress.org/core/2023/07/18/wordpress-6-3-field-guide/ https://app.instawp.io/launch?t=beta-rc&d=v2 https://make.wordpress.org/training/2023/06/07/information-sources-for-6-3 https://make.wordpress.org/core/2023/07/14/configuring-development-mode-in-6-3/ https://make.wordpress.org/training/2023/06/07/information-sources-for-6-3/ https://youtu.be/I2dvEbBxaqA

This week on the show we’re discussing layoffs, AI, integration, industry shrinkage, and dealing with Tech Bros (oh my!) Show notes and transcript: https://wpwatercooler.com/wpwatercooler/ep458-wordpress-and-an-industry-in-flux/

This week on WPwatercooler we’re discussing the reusable block being renamed to Patterns. These patterns have sync and non-sync options allowing for them to be reusable in their state or to have their state synced between the other instances that are being synced. As WordPress matures and adds new features WP community is looking to do some consolidation and also thinking ahead of how these names of things are used. Going back to the block itself WP Taven did a dive into it: Reusable Blocks Renamed to Patterns with Synced and Non-Synced Options

On this week’s episode of WPwatercooler, we delve into the ever-expanding influence of Gutenberg, the innovative website-building block technology. Known for its role in revolutionizing WordPress, Gutenberg is stepping beyond its birthplace and finding applications in an increasing number of places. We’re exploring the power and versatility of this tool as it transforms not just the WordPress ecosystem, but the broader web development landscape. Excitingly, Gutenberg is being used in Drupal, marking a significant step in its journey. The anticipated adoption by Drupal suggests a future where Gutenberg’s intuitive block-based design approach could become a standard across platforms, bringing new opportunities for developers. We’ll be discussing what this means for both the WordPress and Drupal communities, how it could impact the plugin marketplace, and how it further cements Gutenberg’s position as more than just a WordPress phenomenon. Tune in for a riveting discussion about Gutenberg’s ascent and its potential to shape the future of web development. Panel: Jason Tucker Sé Reed Jason Cosper Show Notes: https://wpwatercooler.com/wpwatercooler/ep456-gutenberg-more-than-wordpress/

On this episode, we’re celebrating WordPress’s 20th birthday sharing some stories of the past and what were expecting from the future of the software and community that were quite fond of. Show Notes Panel Jason Cosper Jason Tucker Sé Reed

On this episode hosts Jason Tucker and Sé Reed will be joined by Guildenberg founder Jonathan Wold and Courtney Robertson Open Source Developer Advocate at GoDaddy to discuss the intersection of corporate influence and community in the world of WordPress. For 20 years, WordPress has been shaped by a vibrant, open-source community of volunteers. But is the ever-increasing pressure of venture capital and the corporate boardroom putting the unique makeup of the WordPress community at risk? We’ll explore the tension between corporate interests and community-driven development, and examine the impact of corporate influence on WordPress’ future. Show Notes Links 20 Days to Celebrate 20 Years of WordPress, From Blogs to Blocks A Newcomer’s Guide to WordCamps Andrea Middleton: Will What Got Us Here, Get Us There? WordPress Community at Scale Five for the Future GitHub – WordPress / five-for-the-future Panel Jason Cosper Jonathan Wold Sé Reed

This week on the show we’ll be discussing twenty years of WordPress. WordPress 20 WordPress Mercantile WordPress 15 Join the Marketing Team TRAC #6938 Whats your favorite WordPress moment?

This week on WPwatercooler, join your hosts Jason Tucker, Sé Reed, and Jason Cosper for a captivating conversation exploring the dynamic world of AI in the realm of WordPress. Together, they’ll discuss how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing various aspects of WordPress, from streamlining code development to enhancing content creation with smart algorithms. They’ll share their insights and experiences, and highlight the latest AI tools reshaping the way we interact with and manage our WordPress sites.