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Decentered S1E8: WordPress-ActivityPub with Matthias Pfefferle
Apr 25, 2024
Matthias Pfefferle, developer behind ActivityPub for WordPress at Automattic, discusses the evolution of the plugin, challenges in implementing ActivityPub, dilemmas of supporting new projects, and the future of blogging within the Fediverse
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- Matthias' journey from O-Stars to Activity Pub reflects the evolution of blogging in social networks.
- Challenges in implementing Activity Pub on WordPress include inbox management, content negotiation, and hosting limitations.
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Matthias Pefirly's Journey to Developing the WordPress Activity Pub Plugin
Matthias Pefirly discusses his background and passion for the internet from the late 1990s, leading to the development of the Activity Pub plugin for WordPress. Transitioning from blogging to combating the dominance of social networks, particularly Facebook, he embraced the indie web and the Fediverse. His journey from O-Stars to Activity Pub due to Mastodon's migration reflects his commitment to keeping blogging relevant within social networks.
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