Open Source projects aren’t just about code. They’re about the people driving them behind the scenes. As AI tools become smarter and more capable, we face new challenges.

How do we integrate these tools tactfully without losing what makes WordPress special? How do we utilize AI without eliminating low-friction paths for new contributors? How do we remain deliberate as we’re able to solve problems and implement faster?

In this talk, we’ll explore the thoughtful, sometimes uncomfortable ways AI is reshaping how we collaborate, make decisions, and maintain trust in an Open Source project like WordPress. Let’s talk not just about what we can automate with AI, but what we should.