January 4, 2025 — As a self-identified ‘No-Code Contributor’ within the WordPress ecosystem, I advocate tirelessly for the empowerment and inclusion of underrepresented communities. My commitment stems from a deep belief in the importance of diversity and the unique perspectives it brings to the table. In my role as a Team Rep for Making WordPress Polyglots, I work to amplify the voices of those who may not have traditionally been heard within the WordPress community. By championing the contributions of underrepresented individuals not only from my local community, Dhaka WordPress Meetup Chapter, I strive to create a more inclusive and equitable environment where everyone’s talents and insights are valued. By fostering an environment that encourages collaboration and inclusivity, I aim to break down barriers and create opportunities for women to contribute their unique insights and expertise. I am a facilitator of WP Diversity within Bangladesh and try my best to help encourage women to contribute more and also make an impact. Moreover, fostering a more inclusive environment within the WordPress community has the potential to benefit hundreds and thousands of people worldwide. By amplifying the voices of underrepresented communities, we empower individuals to share their stories, insights, and expertise, thereby enriching the collective knowledge and resources available to the entire community. This not only strengthens the WordPress ecosystem but also expands its reach and impact, ultimately benefiting users, developers, businesses, and organizations around the globe. By championing diversity and inclusion within the WordPress ecosystem, we not only create a more equitable and welcoming community but also unleash the full potential of our collective talents and contributions. Together, we can build a future where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and succeed, regardless of their background or identity.

January 4, 2025 — We’ll explore strategies to ensure High Performance MySQL for WordPress, focusing on optimizing database efficiency for better site performance.

January 4, 2025 — The surge of AI tools like ChatGPT and Gemini is poised to reshape the customer support sector in 2024. Unlike in 2023, where AI’s impact was notable, this year promises even greater changes. So, instead of fearing these changes, consider them as career opportunities. Embrace those AI tools to boost your efficiency in customer service, enabling you to solve complex problems easily. As AI becomes a part of the equation, chatbots can now engage in natural conversations, understand customer concerns, and offer solutions. While Chatbots handle simpler tasks like FAQs, the human support team remains critical for tackling critical issues and managing frustrated clients. According to a survey done by Tidio, 62% of consumers would rather use a chatbot than wait to speak with a customer service agent. The addition of chatbots accelerates customer support by providing immediate responses and freeing human agents to address urgent matters. By delegating simple and repetitive queries to chatbots, you’ll be free to address customers with more urgent concerns and complex issues. Even if you’re not a tech expert, AI tools like ChatGPT and Gemini can empower you to resolve complex issues quickly. Learning how to type effective prompts unlocks the full potential of AI and becomes a game-changing skill for every support specialist. For instance, imagine a situation where a customer needs a code snippet to solve a problem on their WordPress website. Traditionally, this might require extensive online research on Google or YouTube. However, with a well-written ChatGPT prompt, you can get the code snippet immediately, share it with your customer leading to instant customer satisfaction. Moreover, AI is designed to augment human capabilities, not replace them entirely. Human agents bring irreplaceable qualities like empathy and creative problem-solving to the table. Train your staff not only on the functionalities of tools like ChatGPT but also on writing the right prompts to maximize their effectiveness. To sum it up, in 2024, the customer service industry is undergoing a major AI revolution. If you don’t adapt and equip yourself with these tools, you risk falling behind in this transformative era.

January 4, 2025 — Do you know theme.json is the heart of the Block Based (FSE) Theme? If you want to develop a functional and powerful block (FSE) theme then you have to be a master in theme.json Theme.json is a configuration file for theme styles and block settings. This session will go through the in-depth parts of the theme.json and how it may help you to develop an outstanding block theme. After completing this session, you will be able to make a block theme more efficiently and also can convert your classic theme into a hybrid theme by adding theme.json

January 4, 2025

January 1, 2025 — Unlock the transformative power of Community-Led Growth (CLG) for WordPress businesses. In this session, discover the essence of CLG as a catalyst for customer acquisition, engagement, and loyalty. I will share insights on integrating CLG with your business strategy, developing a dedicated team, and leveraging key metrics for success. Whether you’re looking to amplify your reach or foster deeper connections, this session will equip you with the tools and knowledge to harness the full potential of your community. I will also share the secret in building a team from 17 countries without spending a fortune. You won’t believe how easy it is to build an entire ecosystem for a WordPress businesses from the community led growth approach until you watch me speaking about it. Key Points: Understanding CLG and its integration with WordPress. Building a dedicated CLG team. Metrics to gauge CLG impact. Do’s and Don’ts

January 1, 2025 — In the ever-evolving landscape of web and software development, the roles of Product Managers and Project Managers are both pivotal and distinct. This keynote delves into the heart of that, while dissecting the roles, responsibilities, and strategic importance of product management and project management within the software development lifecycle. Attendees will explore how each discipline contributes to the lifecycle of softwares, from ideation to deployment, and how they collaborate with each other.

January 1, 2025 — Once I started with WordPress contributions, Make WordPress slack became my Facebook. I used it a lot. I became addicted to it. Once I had to find out all the process by myself. What is triage and what is core trac etc. A lot of things I were unaware. Gradually I understood everything and started enjoying contributions to the open source project. Now I want to share my experience and all the details of WordPress Contributions to the fellow WordPressers. I believe sharing these informations will help the project to get new contributors and make it a better one day by day.

January 1, 2025 — As bloggers continue to experiment with new strategies and technologies, we can expect to see more innovative and engaging content that resonates with readers and drives the industry forward. With many exciting predictions and trends on the horizon, blogging seems to be rewarding and effective in 2024 and beyond as well.

January 1, 2025 — In this engaging session, discover the key strategies to successfully launch your WordPress product. Ideal for developers, entrepreneurs, and marketers aiming to make a significant impact with their new plugin or theme in the WordPress market, we’ll cover essential topics such as go-to-market strategy, building buzz with effective marketing techniques, crafting compelling product messaging, pricing strategies, and channel selection to maximize reach and impact. Additionally, we’ll discuss innovative marketing tactics to build excitement and engagement, and the importance of establishing a strong community presence pre-launch. By the end of this session, you’ll have a comprehensive understanding of the steps necessary to achieve a successful product launch and maintain momentum in the competitive landscape of WordPress.