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Open Ecommerce

Open Ecommerce is a podcast with conversations in the world of ecommerce through the lens of open source. It's about the communities, conversations, and ideas driving how online commerce evolves. We talk with the people behind the projects, businesses, and movements that are shaping what open, independent commerce looks like today and where it's headed. This feed is also home to the complete Do the Woo archive, one of the most recognized shows in the WooCommerce and WordPress commerce space, so whether you're here for what's new or want to explore years of back catalog, you'll find it all in o...

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Latest episode

Jun 30, 2026

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Episodes

Exploring Accessibility and Neurodiversity in WordPress 08.10.2024

In this episode of The WordPress Way, host Birgit chats with accessibility expert Anne Mieke Bovelett, discussing her ADHD journey, digital accessibility importance, and inclusive web design practices that benefit everyone.

WordPress Accessibility Day 2024 02.10.2024

Michelle Frechette hosts a conversation with organizers Ryan Bracey and Sarah Kornblum about the upcoming WordPress Accessibility Day event, emphasizing the importance of web accessibility for everyone and inviting participation.

The Ultimate Guide to WooCommerce Hosting: Performance, Support, and Growth 24.09.2024

Marcel and Mike drill into the key hosting aspects for WooCommerce stores impacting performance, sales, support importance, resource balances, caching, security, scalability, backups, monitoring, and staging environments.

A Blog for the Community, by the Community 19.09.2024

BobWP records from WordCampUS, sharing updates on the Do the Woo blog's soft relaunch and plans for future community engagement.

Behind the Scenes of Reviving WordCamp in Australia 17.09.2024

In this episode Devin chats with lead organizer Wil Brown about the return of WordCamp Sydney after a five-year hiatus.

Enterprise-Scale WordPress in the Modern Ecosystem 12.09.2024

Brad, Tom and James dive into the evolution of WordPress for large organizations, emphasizing the need for enterprise influencers and thought leadership to drive adoption.

Mastering Asynchronous Communication in Remote Teams 11.09.2024

In this episode Adam and Emma discuss asynchronous communication, emphasizing clarity, over-communicating, strategic emoji use, and the importance of switching to real-time conversations when necessary.

Highlighting 3 AI Projects Happening at Automattic 10.09.2024

Automattic's current AI projects include the Jetpack AI Assistant for content creation, Odie chatbot for support, and Big Sky for website building. These aim to simplify tasks and improve user experience, especially for small businesses.

AI, Adaptability, and the Future of WooCommerce, Insights 09.09.2024

This episode of Woo AgencyChat features Gigi J. Kizhakkechethipuzha and Steve Tamulewicz discussing eCommerce, AI, and adaptability in the industry.

Inclusivity, Community Trust, and Fair Pay for Freelancers 06.09.2024

Summary: Host Birgit chats with Megan Rose and Mike Conley on fostering inclusive WordPress environments, including code of conduct processes and diversity efforts.

A Learning Journey to Accessibility 04.09.2024

Maestro Stevens from Iconic Template discusses accessibility in WordPress and WooCommerce, emphasizing its importance for all users. He also shares his journey of learning all things accessibility.

The Art of WordCamp Networking 03.09.2024

Whether you are attending, speaking or sponsoring at WordCampUS, we have some tips for you and thoughts to ponder.

Scaling WooCommerce: Insights on High-Performance Order Storage (HPOS) 02.09.2024

Vendanshu, Woo core dev, shares key insights for developers on optimizing scalability, enhancing performance, and preparing WooCommerce stores for future growth

Monolithic CMS Products and Open Source CMSs and DXPs 29.08.2024

In this episode Karim and DXP expert Dan Drapeau discuss procurement challenges, monolithic vs. composable solutions, TCO, the role of agencies, and strategic roadmapping.

Bridging WordPress & Drupal: Open CMS Insights 28.08.2024

Malcolm Peralty, an experienced figure in WordPress and Drupal, shares insights on the evolution of both platforms, his journey, and the future of content management systems.

Building WooCommerce Stores with Page Builders 27.08.2024

Anthony, Emma and Adam chat out how page builders can enhance WooCommerce sites, offering flexibility and customization without coding plus some AI integrations.

Development, Digital Accessibility and AI for Ecommerce Agencies 22.08.2024

Niels and Marius discuss WordPress development, WooCommerce challenges, and AI's impact. Key takeaways include stable tech bases, digital accessibility advantages, automated testing, and plugin quality evaluation.

The Refresh of Learn WordPress: New Directions & Community Growth 21.08.2024

Kathryn, Nick and Laura chat about the newly refreshed learn.wordpress.org, emphasizing tailored learning pathways for different users, community-driven development, diverse learning options, open-source nature, upcoming developments, and ways to contribute.

AI Transparency, Trust, and Ecommerce Impacts 20.08.2024

James LePage, founder of WPAI, chats about how AI is reshaping WooCommerce. He shares how AI can be a game-changer for WordPress developers and business owners, enhancing creativity and automating tasks.

Balancing Careers and a Ecommerce Agency Evolution 15.08.2024

This episode of Woo AgencyChat features Joe Riviello, who successfully manages a web design agency and a medical career. Zen Agency’s evolution from a side project to a full-service firm and Joe's plans for AI integration and future scalability are highlighted.

Investing Into Proactive Customer Service with Your Ecommerce Shop 14.08.2024

In this episode of BizChat, Scott Stapley, CEO of BigScoots, highlights the importance of customer success and the proactive approach it entails.

Inside WordPress 6.6 with Key Updates & Community Insights 13.08.2024

In this episode host Abha Thakor and guests Mary Baum and Meher Bala discuss the latest release of WordPress 6.6. The conversation covers new features, global collaboration, encouragement for new contributors, the role of the release coordinator, community support and learning, and opportunities in WordPress.

Stepping Outside the Niche Tech Bubbles 08.08.2024

It's important to step outside the WordPress bubble for new perspectives and growth in business and personal life.

Insights from the 2023 State of Enterprise WordPress Survey 07.08.2024

In this episode, hosts Brad, Tom, and guest Mario discuss enterprise WordPress, highlighting functionality, cost-effectiveness, and leadership involvement. They emphasize community collaboration and share insights from the State of Enterprise WordPress survey.

A Deep Dive into Block Bindings, APIs, and the LSX Tour Operator Plugin 06.08.2024

Shaw from LightspeedWP joins the conversation about evolving WordPress development, integration challenges, WooCommerce inspiration, community involvement, Figma design systems, and the impact of ADHD on learning and productivity.

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