Talks
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WordPress gems for devs: fresh new features you’ll actually want to use
The latest WordPress editions bring some real treats for developers. We’ll look closer at the innovative HTML and Interactivity APIs as the most significant game changers in today’s WordPress development, with a splash of WP-CLI magic for faster, more fun development.
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Launchpad: a bunch of accessible good practices
Today, good practices are a must in the WordPress community, but they often never end up being used by plugin developers. In this talk, you will learn how both new and experienced developers can use wp-launchpad to build WordPress plugins faster and with better standards. wp-launchpad is more than just a boilerplate tool — it […]
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Stop reinventing the wheel: let WordPress do the work for you
If you love WordPress, its versatility and extensibility are probably some of the reasons why. But we all too often fall into the trap of doing everything ourselves, ignoring the bounty of higher-level features that can make our lives easier. This talk will take you through some of these features to show you that you […]
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Help Shape Gutenberg
Join this session to discover how you can contribute to Gutenberg, the project behind the WordPress Editor. We’ll cover hints and tips from beginner-friendly contribution pathways to tips for finding your way through the Gutenberg codebase. By the end of this talk, you’ll have the tools needed to submit meaningful contributions and grow your open-source […]
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Debugging and profiling 101
Tired of var_dump? It’s time to shine a light on your code and debug like a pro! Learn how to troubleshoot WordPress-specific issues, optimize performance, and streamline your development process. This session will help you bring clarity to your code and make your WordPress site faster and more reliable.
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Mastering Modern Frontend Development with the Interactivity API
Discover how the Interactivity API revolutionizes WordPress front-end development in this session with Michał Czapliński. This powerful new tool empowers developers to build highly responsive and dynamic websites, enhancing both performance and user engagement. Michał will walk through practical examples and share insights from real-world implementations, providing attendees with actionable techniques and best practices to […]
Workshops
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Code, Test, Repeat: Accelerating Development with WordPress Playground
In this interactive workshop, we’ll dive into how WordPress Playground can revolutionize your development process by providing a frictionless environment for coding and testing. You’ll discover how this powerful tool streamlines the development cycle, enabling rapid iterations without the overhead of complex local setups or servers. Through live coding and practical, hands-on examples, participants will […]
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Hitchhiker’s Guide to WP CLI
WordPress CLI (command-line interface) is a powerful tool in WordPress developer’s belt. In this workshop you’ll be able to try your hand at managing a WordPress website via the Terminal. Starting from simple tasks like creating a user, activating a plugin or publishing a post all the way to creating navigation menus, updating plugin options, […]
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Level Up Your Skills
The event features sessions for all beginner, intermediate, and advanced skill levels. From foundational knowledge to tackling the latest challenges, there’s something for every developer.
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Double the Tracks, Double the Impact
Dive into an immersive experience where you can choose between technical talks and hands-on workshops. Connect, learn, and grow with a community of like-minded WordPress enthusiasts.
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With only 60 attendees, you’ll enjoy a more intimate and engaging experience. This small group setting ensures more personal and meaningful interactions, fostering closer connections, better networking opportunities, and a collaborative learning environment.
Speakers
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Arūnas Liuiza
Arūnas Liuiza is a seasoned WordPress plugin developer with over 20 years of experience in web development. Having worked with WordPress since version 2.6.3, he has developed a wide range of plugins—free, premium, and custom. Currently, he is shaping the architecture of the content platform at Kayak.com. A WordPress Core Contributor, he co-organizes the WordPress…
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Cyrille Coquard
A software engineer passionate about software architecture. Cyrille first contact with WordPress was in Thailand where he worked for a web agency specialized in Joomla, Prestashop and WordPress. This taught him the WordPress development basis but also the advantages and drawbacks of that technology. Then Cyrille moved to a French startup in affiliation which allowed…
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Michał Czapliński
Michał Czapliński is a seasoned software developer and a key contributor to the WordPress community. As an engineer at Automattic, Michał specializes in front-end technologies and API development, driving innovative solutions in the WordPress ecosystem. With a solid commitment to open source, he has participated in various global conferences, sharing his insights on building interactive…
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Miguel Fonseca
Miguel Fonseca leads an Automattic engineering team devoted to building Gutenberg since its inception, placing it at the heart of a long-term vision for WordPress. Previously, he worked on WordPress customisation tools and on the Calypso project. He loves languages, music and dad jokes. Contact: Versão Portuguesa
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Milana Cap
Milana Cap is a WordPress engineer at XWP, a representative of the WordPress Documentation Team, and co-lead for several releases, from WordPress 5.8 to 6.2. A passionate advocate of open-source software, she has been an active contributor to the WordPress community, organizing major events like WordCamp Europe 2018 and 2019, with a focus on Contributor…
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Sarah Norris
Sarah’s first job as a developer was for a start-up that used a variety of CMS solutions. WordPress was among them, and it quickly became her favorite — and she hasn’t looked back since! Sarah is now a contributor to WordPress, having been part of the release squads for WordPress 6.1 and 6.4. She’s currently…
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Shadi Sharaf
Shady is a Senior Software Engineer at The Times, where he creates and maintains web applications that deliver engaging and personalized digital experiences to editorial desks around the organization. He has over 15 years of experience in web development, including in XWP, X-Team and Human Made, with a focus on enterprise publishing spaces, and building…
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Uros Tasic
Uros Tasic is a developer with a strong focus on coding and infrastructure optimizations.As an avid WordCamp organizer and seasoned speaker, Uros is deeply engaged in the WordPress community, contributing his expertise and passion to various events. Outside of his professional endeavors, he is a food enthusiast with a refined appreciation for culinary experiences. He…
