Within WordPress

Join us in a fun conversation with plenty of learnings for everyone with Rytis Lauris, co-founder and CEO of Omnisend. In this episode of 'Within WordPress,' Rytis shares insights into Omnisend's journey from a digital marketing agency to a leading marketing automation platform. We discuss the importance of focusing on solving problems rather than pushing marketing speak, effective use of automati...

In this episode, Tom shares his unique upbringing and how it fostered an entrepreneurial spirit from a young age. He discusses his initial ventures in web design, his foray into starting @humanmadeltd and the evolution of the company. Focusing on enterprise WordPress hosting and product innovation, he explains the philosophy behind their events and the inception of Altis. Tom also explores the imp...

Join us in this comprehensive Within WordPress episode as we explore the journey behind NitroPack with co-founder Mihail Stoichev. We talk about NitroPack's evolution from its beginnings in 2013 to its significant leap into WordPress optimization in 2019. We delve into NitroPack's core philosophy, the importance of user-friendly design, sustainability, and its commitment to open source. We talk ab...

In this episode of Within WordPress, we explore the journey and experiences of Jean Baptiste Marchand-Arvier, JB for short, co-founder and CEO of WP Media, renowned for their WordPress performance solutions such as WP Rocket. Our discussion delves into the evolution of caching plugins, the philosophy of making web performance seamless and user-friendly, and the challenges of integrating SaaS solut...

Join us in this episode of 'Within WordPress' as we chat with Cristian Raiber, a prominent figure in the WordPress community. Cristian shares his journey from starting a local agency in Romania to founding the WPChill brand, which now runs several successful WordPress plugins. Discover how he navigated the challenges of the market, his pivot from themes to plugins, and his transformative journey f...

In this episode of Within WordPress, we sit down with Marc Benzakein, a familiar name to many in the WordPress community. Marc and I discuss his journey from ServerPress, creators of the popular Desktop Server, through its closure in 2022, to his current role at MainWP. We delve into the challenges and triumphs of product development, the impact of COVID on the WordPress community, and the innovat...

Welcome to 'Within WordPress,' the podcast that delves into the vibrant WordPress community! In this episode, we sit down with Maciek Palmowski, Security Community Manager at PatchStack, as we explore his journey from development to developer relations and his passion for various CMS technologies. We discuss the multifaceted uses of headless CMS and static site generators like Statemik, Astro, and...

Join us in this episode of 'Within WordPress' as we sit down with Alex Standiford to explore his innovative Siren Affiliates plugin. Alex shares his fascinating journey through the WordPress ecosphere, emphasizing his work with Siren Affiliates and how it's transforming affiliate marketing within WordPress. We'll also touch on his extensive networking at WordCamps, his unique four-year adventure l...

Join us on the Within WordPress podcast as we talk with Emma Young, Head of Content at Hostinger. Emma shares her fascinating journey from personal blogs to leading a content team, her upbringing in a tech-savvy family, and insights into the WordPress community. We explore her experiences at various WordCamps, organizing WordCamp Europe, the importance of open source, and the excitement around new...

This comprehensive conversation delves into the world of WordPress security through the lens of Tom Raef, a seasoned security expert with a history dating back to the inception of personal computing. The podcast covers Tom's journey into website security, emphasizing his manual approach to cleaning infected websites and the evolution towards automation to enhance efficiency. The discussion pivots...

In this episode of Within WordPress, we welcome back Noel Tock for an in-depth discussion on the current state of WordPress, its market share, and future opportunities. Noel reflects on his keynote presentation at WordCamp Asia, focusing on the evolution and maturity of WordPress, the importance of product marketing, and the need for a strategic overhaul of the plugin ecosystem. They delve into th...

In this podcast episode I sit down with Patricia Brun Torre from Switzerland. We talk about her WordCamps, I mean, how could we not, but we discuss GatherPress thoroughly as well. GatherPress is a plugin aiming to offer an alternative to Meetup.com for organizing WordPress events. Patricia also discusses the vitality of the WordPress community, her personal journey from leaving her job to contribu...

In this podcast episode of Within WordPress, Roger Williams shares his journey through the realm of web development, beginning with his early interest in building websites without coding, to his experiences with various content management systems, ultimately leading to his engagement with WordPress. Roger's career trajectory takes him from GoDaddy to freelance website and SEO services, to his late...

In this episode of 'Within WordPress', I interview Scott Stapley, the co-founder and CEO of BigScoots , a company specializing in WordPress site hosting. Scott shares his 14-year journey in the industry, emphasizing BigScoots' unique approach stemming from its origins in infrastructure management and offering hands-on, high-level service. The discussion covers the company's evolution, the importan...

In this episode of Within WordPress, I talk to Jonathan Bossenger, a developer educator from Cape Town, South Africa, currently employed by Automatic and contributing to the WordPress training team. Jonathan shares his journey from a software developer to an educator, emphasizing his passion for open source and teaching others how to create software. He delves into the evolution and mission of the...

In this episode, veteran WordPress user and YouTube WordPress trainer Jamie Marsland joins to share his insights on everything related to WordPress - its evolution, community, and of course, the ever-evolving Gutenberg (Block Editor). Jamie dives into the technicalities, discussing the learning curve with block themes, the challenges with the user interface, and the crucial need for better user ex...

In this episode we dive into a conversation with Jessica Lyschik, a developer from Germany who plays a pivotal role in the WordPress community. Jessica shares her career journey, her contributions to WordPress including pivotal roles in WordCamp Germany, and her role in working on the 2024 default theme for WordPress. Additionally, Jessica shares insights on the challenges and the joy of contribut...

In this episode of the 'Within WordPress' podcast, Steve Zehngut, founder of Zeke agency and experienced WordPress professional, joins the host to discuss his journey in WordPress, starting from his first meetup to organizing WordCamp. Steve discusses the evolution of client expectations, project scopes and change order management. He emphasizes on the importance of expectation management and tran...

In this episode of 'Within WordPress', we have a special guest, Calvin, who has a unique background in mechanical engineering and programming. Calvin explains his unexpected journey into the world of WordPress. The conversation delves into the complexities of WordPress security, including the importance of layered security using the 'Swiss cheese model'. The discussion touches upon the edge layer,...

In this podcast episode, we invite Robbie Adair to discuss her experiences in the WordPress community and her CMS training company OS Training. We delve into how OS Training is adapting and utilizing AI to enhance learning and efficiency in web development. Robbie also shares insightful views on open source software training, her use of AI in web builds, and the importance of community in learning...

Welcome to another episode of Within WordPress, where we explore the world of WordPress. This time, our guest is Danil Michailovas from Omnisend, a Lithuanian-based company that's also operational in the United States. Omnisend offers an e-commerce marketing platform specializing in automation and communication services. In this comprehensive discussion, Danil talks about the unique challenges and...

Join us in this inspiring episode of Within WordPress as we dive deep into the heart of the WordPress community with our special guest, Raquel. Known for her pivotal role in organizing WordCamp Phoenix and her dynamic presence in WordPress circles across the globe, Raquel shares her captivating journey from co-founding a WordPress agency to becoming a celebrated Community Manager at Elegant Themes...

In this insightful episode of Within WordPress, Remkus engages with Nat Miletic, the founder of Clio Websites, in a riveting discussion that spans the breadth and depth of the WordPress ecosystem. Nat opens up about his journey from Europe to Canada and his strides within the tech industry, culminating in a successful venture focused on perfecting WordPress websites for SaaS companies and startups...

In today's electrifying episode of Within WordPress, I, Remkus, your ever-curious host, delve into the fascinating world of digital media and WordPress with the brilliant Niels de Blaauw. Niels, a seasoned expert in the field, unravels his wealth of knowledge and experiences with infectious enthusiasm. As we navigate through the conversation, we dissect the intricacies of WordPress's latest functi...

Welcome to another insightful episode of the Within WordPress podcast. In today’s episode, I'm thrilled to have a special guest, Ivailo Hristov, a seasoned developer, CTO and an integral part of the NitroPack team, which has been making waves in the world of website performance optimization. Let's dive headfirst into the nitty-gritty of WordPress performance. With our focus on viewport considerati...