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Open Makers

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Open Makers highlights the people behind the products, tools, and services shaping the open web. From developers and designers to entrepreneurs and community leaders, we dive into the real stories of what it takes to make and ship meaningful work. Guests share their insights on building with open source, navigating challenges, and finding opportunities in today’s digital landscape. Whether you’re crafting code, running a business, or exploring new ideas, Open Makers offers lessons and inspiration from those who’ve been there. Part of the Open Channels FM Network.

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Software Licensing Solutions for Ecommerce Builders 09.08.2022 37:09

A great discussion on the options for software licensing with WooCommerce, both out-of-the-box or should you roll your own custom built solution.

How WordPress Core Performance Drives Better Plugin and Site Speed 04.08.2022 1:00:49

Adam Silverstein talks about WordPress core performance and how it ties into the performance of larger plugins like WooCommerce.

What is a WordPress Developer 02.08.2022 38:51

Defining the parameters of what a WordPress or WooCommerce developer is has never been cut and dry.

The Twists and Turns to Becoming a WooCommerce Developer 26.07.2022 45:53

Carmen Maymo started out as an artist, and following a twisted path, ended up a WordPress and WooCommerce developer.

WordPress Blocks and Gutenberg 21.07.2022 44:34

Birgit Pauli-Haack, a Gutenberg advocate, shares her insights into where blocks are headed with WordPress and WooCommerce.

Insights and Tips from Long-Time WooCommerce Product Builder 19.07.2022 44:09

Beka has been building products for WooCommerce for several years and brings retrospect and perspective to the show about the ecosystem.

A WooCommerce Migration and Multisite Case Study 14.07.2022 34:28

Multiple sites and over 3k users, Aslam, Ajay and Chirag walk us through this challenging project with RHRSwag.com

What Ended WordCamp Europe 2022 on a High Note 07.07.2022 21:47

In the last recorded episode via WordCamp Europe, Carl and Bōggie end the series with a fun conversation.

The Future of Payment for WooCommerce Sites 05.07.2022 22:48

David and Robert have a lively discussion around payments, hosting and WooCommerce.

Hosting Realities and WooCommerce Best Practices for Agencies 30.06.2022 23:58

Daugirdas Jankus from Hostinger shares a bit of hosting history, thoughts on WooCommerce and the challenges that come with it.

WordCamps Moving Forward 29.06.2022 11:31

Robert and Milan sit down for a friendly chat about WordCamp Europe and the future of WordCamps.

Smooth Deployment and CI Pipelines for WordPress Teams 28.06.2022 1:04:43

Integration, testing and deployment. An in-depth developer chat on WordPress and WooCommerce.

A WordPress SEO Discussion on Strategy and Tactics 27.06.2022 16:23

Ronald was able to have a short chat with Marieke about some Woo SEO and a bit of an inside look at how Yoast keeps things running internally.

Pondering a WooCommerce Conference IRL 24.06.2022 9:05

It's been several years since WooCommerce had their last WooConf, aside from the fact of Covid. Is it time again? What would that look like?

A Candid Conversation from the Floor of WordCamp Europe 23.06.2022 21:24

Another in the series of recordings we did at WordCamp Europe. A great conversation that brings you IRL to the camp experience.

Meet a First-Time WordCamper 22.06.2022 5:12

There is always that first WordCamp experience. In this short BuilderByte, meet Silvana who attended WordCamp Europe.

Bringing Multilingual to WordPress 21.06.2022 22:53

Augustin Prot from Weglot joined us at WordCamp Europe to talk about community and multilingual WordPress and WooCommerce sites.

WordCamp Europe Before, During and After 17.06.2022 16:23

I had an amazing time at WordCamp Europe in Porto, Portugal. Here are some highlights around and during the event.

From WordPress Plugin to WooCommerce Extension 09.06.2022 55:40

Lesley wants to add WooCommerce functionality to her WordPress plugin. Mark has done it. A unique conversation between two developers.

A Take on WooCommerce Alternatives 07.06.2022 38:19

Are there any direct WooCommerce alternatives that are plugins and not SaaS? Zach Stepek, Topher DeRosia and Luke Carbis take on that question.

Advanced Security for WooCommerce Builders 02.06.2022 31:05

WordPress security veterans Rob Cairns and Robert Rowley have a great conversation on building sites for WooCommerce while keeping them secure.

What Woo Web Agencies Should Know About CBD and Hemp 31.05.2022 42:21

Tyler Lau has his finger on the pulse of CBD and cannabis industry. There is a lot growth and opportunities for developers.

Happy Birthday WordPress_Community 27.05.2022 4:27

WordPress turns 19 today. And as I did my first draft of this podcast, I found myself redoing it. I have it all wrong.

Understanding What It Means to Be a WordPress Developer 26.05.2022 49:27

Zach Stepek, Till Kruss and Carl Alexander have a conversation on how and if you can define a WordPress developer.

Ideas, Advice and Inspiration for the Open Source Builder Journey 24.05.2022 32:25

Tips from Daisy Olsen, Dave Lockie, Devin Walker, Greg Ziolkowski, Jonathan Wold, Milana Cap, Nev Harris, Paul Bearne, Ryan Welcher, Vassilena Valchanova and Vito Peleg