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In this episode, I share my most recent blog post: Another Post About What WordPress Core Should be Doing. There's been another batch of "what WordPress should do" posts this past month. They're all great, but I think there's something missing from the conversation. For the full transcript, which includes a lot of inline links, visit the original post.

In this conversation, Felix Arntz shares his journey from being a freelancer to becoming a WordPress software engineer at Google. He discusses the importance of WordPress in the web ecosystem, Google's commitment to improving user experience through WordPress, and the establishment of a performance team focused on enhancing WordPress performance. The conversation also delves into the integration of AI in WordPress, the significance of block themes, and the need for standardization and canonical plugins within the WordPress ecosystem. Felix Arntz Felix's AI Services WordPress Performance Lab Sitekit by Google

In this conversation, Jessica Lyschik shares her journey as a WordPress developer and core contributor, discussing her experiences in the WordPress community, the evolution of WordPress themes, and the unique features of the Greyd.Suite. She emphasizes the importance of full site editing, the challenges of the block editor, and the future of Gutenberg. The discussion also touches on the impact of social media on blogging and concludes with where to find Jessica online. Jessica on X: https://x.com/jessicalyschik Jessica on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jessicalyschik.com Greyd.Suite & Theme: https://greyd.io/ TwentyTwentyFour Theme: https://wordpress.org/themes/twentytwentyfour/

In this conversation, Matt Medeiros, a prominent figure in the WordPress and podcasting communities, shares his journey and insights into content creation, the evolution of podcasting, and the importance of human connection in media. He discusses the challenges of monetization, the role of platforms like YouTube, and the significance of owning one's content in an increasingly centralized digital landscape. The conversation also touches on the skills required for effective interviewing and the future trends in podcasting and WordPress. Links The WP Minute CraftedbyMatt.com

Fabian Kägy, the director of editorial engineering at 10up, shares his journey from a small agency owner in Germany to shaping large-scale WordPress projects. He dives into the evolution of the Gutenberg block editor and the balance between high-stakes client work and open-source contributions. The conversation highlights the challenges of block development, especially in navigation menus, and discusses the potential of the block bindings API. Fabian also expresses optimism for the future of WordPress and the continued progress of Gutenberg.

Mike McAlister, a product builder from OllieWP with deep roots in the WordPress ecosystem, dives into his journey from designer to innovator. He highlights the transition to full site editing, stressing the importance of intuitive design in themes. The conversation explores responsive design and effective workflows, especially the shift from Figma to WordPress. Mike also discusses the future of pattern libraries and enhancements for user experience, advocating for flexibility in theme development through creative pattern mixing.