Crossword The Formula
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Jul 3, 2025 Dive into a captivating discussion about Matt Mullenweg's interview style, complete with playful critiques and spot-on role-playing. Explore the nuances of his responses regarding commercialization in open source and its impact on the WordPress community. Delve into the challenges of ticket sales for WordCamp and the complexities of speaker approvals, shedding light on participation dynamics. Plus, consider the evolving landscape of leadership and governance that could shape the future of WordPress. Get ready for a thought-provoking ride!
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Matt's Response Formula
- Matt Mullenweg uses a predictable formula to answer difficult questions involving smiling and rejecting the premise.
- Recognizing this can make his responses seem evasive and frustrating.
Concerns About Commercial Overreach
- Matt worries about commercial interests overwhelming open source projects, citing Joomla as an example.
- He suggests that excessive monetization can hinder a project's progress and sustainability.
Premium Plugins and Monetization
- Matt felt misaligned incentives prevent premium plugins in the WordPress.org repository.
- Automattic.com may become the commercial avenue for monetizing premium plugins while WordPress.org remains non-commercial.