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Women in WP | WordPress Podcast
098: Pooja Derashri Contributing and Developing in WordPress
Jul 18, 2024
Pooja Derashri, a developer and co-founder of a plugin company, shares her journey from an engineering background to becoming an influential figure in the WordPress community. She discusses the essential role of user experience in plugin development and the competition between block editors and page builders. Pooja highlights the importance of accessibility and community engagement, especially in revitalizing local efforts post-COVID. Her passion for contributions is evident as she encourages others to connect and grow within the WordPress ecosystem.
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- Pooja Derashri's journey illustrates the importance of community involvement in WordPress, emphasizing that contributions can extend beyond technical skills.
- Her work with WP Vibes highlights the focus on user experience and accessibility in plugin development, addressing specific needs through customer feedback.
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Journey into WordPress Contribution
Pooja Durochery began her journey with WordPress in 2013 as a web developer. Her interest in contributing to the community was sparked in 2017 after attending a WordCamp, where she learned about various ways to get involved. Rather than just focusing on coding, she started contributing by translating strings into her native language, demonstrating that contributions can come from non-technical areas as well. This experience highlighted the accessibility of WordPress contribution opportunities and encouraged her to become more involved in the ecosystem.
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