October 15, 2023 — The WordPress.org plugin directory requires that all plugins must be compatible with the GNU General Public License (GPL) and recommends GPLv2 or later as the same license as WordPress itself.

This includes third-party libraries, code, and images. With today’s modern development practices and easier contributions on git-based systems like GitHub, you may not even notice a dependency being added to your project.

This talk explains how to use GitHub Actions to scan your current codebase and ensure that all future pull requests and commits similarly ensure that all third-party libraries (aka dependencies) are GPL-compatible.

October 15, 2023 — This talk explains how to find your perspective in the world of User Experience (UX). Learn how to use UX to create products that truly impact peoples lives for the better.

October 13, 2023 — WordPress Executive Director, Josepha Haden Chomphosy, speaks to the important conversations happening in WordPress and how they and you can move the WordPress of tomorrow.

October 13, 2023 — Matt Mullenweg discusses 2023 Gutenberg improvements and what is next, followed by live Q&A.

October 13, 2023 — Learn how to repurpose blog content into a book from the firsthand experience of this speaker.

October 13, 2023 — In our ever-evolving field of front-end development, it’s easy to become comfortable with our familiar stack and tools. However, relying solely on what we already know can lead to stagnation and hinder our professional growth. In this talk, I want to introduce the concept of adopting a lean front-end mindset, empowering developers to stay up-to-date with the latest front-end techniques and tools available today.

By embracing this mindset, not only can we ensure that our projects and industry knowledge remain relevant, but we can also alleviate the stress of constantly catching up with new trends. This approach promotes lean development by avoiding unnecessary reliance on external libraries when they are not required.

Attendees will gain valuable insights on when and how to apply different development approaches, allowing them to create lean and effective solutions that meet project requirements.

October 13, 2023 — Learn how to use tools and procedures to significantly speed up the design process and produce accessible designs.

This talk explains how to work with designers who have no accessibility background to create work that meets WCAG criteria.

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October 13, 2023 — WordPress.org’s Learn WordPress platform is a comprehensive resource for users looking to learn more about the WordPress content management system and its various features and functions. The platform offers a variety of resources which are designed to help people learn to use, extend, and contribute to WordPress through synchronous and asynchronous learning.

This session is geared towards WordPress Meetup organizers, WordCamp organizers, educators, and contributors. But even if you are a WordPress user with a passion for learning, you can come hear about these free resources from the WordPress community!

In this session, you will learn about:
• An overview of the Learn WordPress platform
• Content Types on Learn WordPress
• Sharing Learn WordPress
• How to Contribute to Learn WordPress

October 13, 2023 — The HeroPress blog is full of great stories of people leveraging WordPress to make their lives better. Does this really make the world a better place?

This talk reviews several stories of people who’ve been impacted by the HeroPress project.

October 13, 2023 — Join us for an insightful panel discussion on BlackPress, a global WordPress community dedicated to empowering Black individuals worldwide.

Learn about the origins, objectives, and impact of this transformative initiative as we explore the significance of amplifying Black voices within the WordPress ecosystem. Discover why BlackPress emerged, addressing the underrepresentation and limited opportunities experienced by Black individuals in the digital space. Gain insights on how YOU can actively engage and contribute to this flourishing community.

Whether you’re from the Black diaspora or an ally, we invite you to participate, collaborate, and uplift Black voices through mentorship, open-source projects, networking, and showcasing achievements.