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Open Makers

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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Latest episode

Jun 30, 2026

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Episodes

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

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.

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.

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.

Contributor Day, Showcases, and Community at WordCamp US 2024 05.08.2024

WordCamp US 2024 is a four-day event in Portland, Oregon, featuring Contributor Day, Showcase Day, and diverse programming days. Join the conversation with three of the lead organizers.

Client Onboarding for Freelancers and Shop Owners 30.07.2024

The episode features expert Laura Elizabeth on the importance of effective onboarding for freelancers and ecommerce store owners.

A Personal Journey to WordPress and Becoming a Contributor 29.07.2024

Birgit Olzem, host of The WordPress Way, DEIB, shares her journey with WordPress, community support, and DEIB.

A Blogstorm, Unpacking Blogging 23.07.2024

BobWP and Ronald discuss returning to blogging, using newsletters as prompts, and engaging the community through guest contributions and multi-language content.

Headless WooCommerce and WordPress 18.07.2024

This chat discusses the significance of website speed, benefits of headless WooCommerce, AI in e-commerce, and security enhancements.

From Hosting to Core Web Vitals for Building Fast WooCommerce Sites 17.07.2024

This conversation explores critical aspects of WooCommerce store performance, emphasizing the importance of website speed, the influence of hosting quality, theme selection, plugin management, caching techniques, and core web vitals monitoring. It also highlights the significance of perceived performance, regular performance monitoring, and expert insights for maintaining an efficient and high-per...

Enterprise Strategies & Insights with Open SaaS 16.07.2024

BigCommerce's Nate Stewart discusses the open SaaS strategy, the enterprise shift, and the integration with WordPress and WooCommerce.

The Ripple Effect of Saying Yes to a Connection 12.07.2024

The episode addresses the diverse challenge of job hunting in the WordPress community and emphasizes the significance of LinkedIn connections.

From Code to Content: Collaborating for Inclusive Web Experiences 10.07.2024

The episode from WCEU highlights training for accessibility, tools like the Accessibility Checker, ecommerce accessibility, building accessible foundations, team effort, and holistic planning.

A Journey and the Evolution of an Ecommerce OSS 09.07.2024

A chat with Beka Rice, a seasoned WooCommerce expert chat about the evolution of the open source OSS, challenges with blocks, improving developer experience, diverse business models supported by WooCommerce, reducing friction in ecommerce, and the future potential of the platform.

A Deep Dive into the Metorik Insights Report for Ecommerce 01.07.2024

The deep dive conversation spans a variety of topics, including the average age of WooCommerce stores, the impact of COVID-19 on ecommerce, and the significance of tracking costs and profits.

Rebuilding Digital Identity for the Open Web with Gravatar 28.06.2024

Listen in to hear about all the advancements and features that you will find and will be seeing with Gravatar.com

Embracing Lifelong Learning in the World of Tech 26.06.2024

Bud Kraus shares career insights, lifelong learning tips, and tech industry experiences giving advice to the next generation of WordPress builders.

The State of Cloud Hosting: Insights from the Front Lines 25.06.2024

Listen in to learn how the partnership between WP Cloud and Bluehost transpired and what it brings to WordPress.

WordCamp Europe 2024 Preview with Speaker Soundbites 07.06.2024

Listen in as we hear 11 speakers from WordCamp Europe 2024 invite you to their sessions.

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