December 25, 2023 — Embarking on the entrepreneurial journey is an exciting adventure brimming with challenges and chances for growth. In this discussion, we’ll delve into the tales of success and development shared by a group of seasoned business owners. Entrepreneurship, contrary to its glamorous image, entails both highs and lows. We anticipate thought-provoking questions about why individuals choose to sell their companies, the various challenges organizations face, and strategies for overcoming them.

December 24, 2023

December 23, 2023 — You may be an introvert. And while speaking from a stage feels like a good opportunity, you doubt whether you can handle it. Why take the risk of public failure?

Do you have these questions?

– How to deal with anxiety and butterflies?
– How to **craft stories people love**?
– What kind of slides win audiences?
– How to **avoid being a lousy speaker**?
– Should you move around on stage?

**Actually, public speaking is not that dreadful – if you learn a few tricks!** It is an essential life skill and you can certainly be good at it.

You won’t become a *naturally charismatic on-stage orator* at the end of this talk. But you will certainly break through your biggest fears and be ready to get on stage! And if you’ve been on stage before, you will learn how to be more effective.

December 21, 2023 — In this lesson, we will differentiate between dynamic posts and static pages so that users know when to use each.

December 20, 2023 — In the world of web development, we’ve all encountered projects that resemble a patchwork of hacks, held together by digital duct tape. This often stems from the misleading notion that building a “simple website” will suffice. Developers resort to creating template pages under the assumptions that “the design won’t change over time” and “building reusable blocks is too costly.” The result? A labyrinth of spaghetti code that becomes a maintenance nightmare. But what if I told you there’s a better way?

In this presentation, I will delve into:
– Utilizing Timber and Bedrock for a clean project architecture while crafting custom themes
– Adopting an Object-Oriented approach for effective project decomposition
– Understanding the impact of clean design on website page speed
– Implementing a robust Quality Assurance process and the critical role of automation (CI/CD)

This talk draws upon years of hands-on experience at Osom Studio, where we’ve honed our approach to WordPress development. We’ve even channeled our insights into an open-source project, Juniper.

December 20, 2023 — In today’s digital age, online communities have become pivotal for businesses, organizations, and individuals alike. Whether you’re a brand aiming to connect with your audience or an enthusiast looking to foster a passionate group, understanding the dynamics of community marketing and management is essential for success.

I will guide you through the intricacies of community marketing, focusing on harnessing the power of social media, content creation, and engagement strategies to attract, engage, and retain your community members. Learn how to effectively leverage digital platforms to create a compelling brand presence and foster brand advocates.

Simultaneously, we’ll dive deep into community management, emphasizing the importance of nurturing a healthy and vibrant community ecosystem. Discover the art of moderating, resolving conflicts, and ensuring that your community remains a safe and welcoming space for all participants. Gain the skills necessary to transform your community into a hub of meaningful interactions and mutual support.

December 19, 2023 — In the final installment of Developer Hours for 2023, we explored how the wp-scripts package has become an essential tool for modern WordPress development, such as when building blocks and block themes. If you are looking to streamline your development process, harness the power of build tools, and simplify tasks such as checking for compliance with WordPress coding standards, this session recording is for you.

December 18, 2023 — An introduction to business storytelling and how to do it right.
How do you tell stories in a way that both people and search engines will love? What are the main types of storytelling? What role does WordPress play in this storytelling ecosystem and how does it help us create and tell compelling stories? In this half-hour presentation, Ivana answers these questions, providing participants with specific knowledge and tools to tell their stories online.

December 18, 2023 — 12 years ago, when I started developing and maintaining my first plugin, I knew it was me the one who needed it. Deploying it to WordPress.org and sharing my work with other people seemed cool, almost obvious, like deploying your projects to Github/Bitbucket these days. But caring for a WordPress plugin is different.

December 18, 2023 — Are you curious about how my crash test site operates? It’s a multisite running on beta and boasting a staggering 468 plugins, including an assortment of page builders, multilingual plugins, and a variety of themes – all working together harmoniously. This cozy little space serves as my testing ground for everything that has been or will be installed on my clients’ or personal sites. My motto: if it works here, it’ll work anywhere.