September 30, 2025 — In this talk, you will learn how theme developers can leverage WordPress Playground alongside the Create Block Theme plugin to create a seamless, browser-based development environment that integrates directly with GitHub for version control—all without writing a single line of code.

September 30, 2025 — A practical look at using an LLM to edit blog posts directly within WordPress. I show what it looks like in action, how different models compare, how well they perform, what it costs, the challenges, best practices, and prompt examples. Come see this if you don’t have the budget for a human editor.

September 30, 2025

September 26, 2025 — Join us for a hands-on session that demystifies one of Gutenberg’s most powerful features – the Query Loop block. We’ll break down how the Query Loop block works, transforming it from an intimidating tool into your go-to for creating dynamic and engaging content displays. You’ll learn how to tell WordPress exactly what content to fetch and how to style it… all without writing a single line of code. This workshop is perfect for WordPress site builders, content creators, and business owners who are comfortable with the block editor and ready to take full control of their site’s design.

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September 23, 2025 — Welcome to the WordPress Credits program, also known as WP Credits. In this lesson, we’ll cover the importance of communication, how and where to communicate, your communication responsibilities, our code of conduct, and what to do if you encounter problems.

September 20, 2025 — This session focuses on securing WordPress-based E-commerce platforms, including those powered by WooCommerce, against cyber threats. We will explore how to distinguish genuine infections from routine errors, understand the economic and reputational fallout of hacks, and appreciate the value of maintaining a proactive security mindset. The emphasis is on long-term, holistic protection rather than quick fixes for business websites powered by WooCommerce. The session will cover the following aspects for securing your WooCommerce stores: ― Identifying Infections: Techniques to recognize when your online store is truly compromised. ― Who Hacks and Why: Understanding the attackers’ motives and methods to stay a step ahead. ― Hidden Costs of Breaches: Loss of brand trust, SEO damage, data leaks, and compliance risks for businesses. ― Vulnerabilities in Themes & Plugins: Recognizing weak links in code and human access management. ― Practical Tools & Strategies: From backups, firewalls, and scanners to building a security-first mindset for businesses. By the end of this session, attendees will have a clear roadmap for protecting their WooCommerce website, be equipped with actionable insights, and gain the confidence to prevent, detect, and respond effectively to future threats.v

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September 20, 2025 — A Hands-on Workshop by Makarand G. Mane and Karthick M

Unlock the full potential of your WordPress management with “Automating WordPress Maintenance with WP-CLI” In this engaging and practical session, we’ll dive deep into WP-CLI, the powerful command-line interface for WordPress that allows you to perform essential tasks quickly and efficiently without ever needing to log into the admin dashboard. Whether you’re a WordPress novice or a seasoned developer, this session will equip you with the knowledge and skills to streamline your workflow, automate repetitive tasks, and manage multiple sites with ease. You’ll learn how to install, configure, and utilize WP-CLI commands for updates, backups, migrations, and much more. Join us to discover how WP-CLI can revolutionize your WordPress experience, saving you time and effort while enhancing your site’s performance and security. By the end of this session, you’ll be ready to unleash the full power of WP-CLI and take your WordPress management to the next level.

Discovering the transformative power of WP-CLI, the command-line interface for WordPress. Here we will learn how to create custom WP-CLI commands to automate repetitive tasks, streamline workflows, and enhance your site’s functionality. Dive in and unleash the full potential of your WordPress site with WP-CLI wizardry!

Covered following
-Why to use CLI
-About WP-CLI
-Common tasking using WP-CLI
-Performing Backup
-Importing/Exporting content
-Bulk importing images
-search-replace content

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September 20, 2025 — Tired of chasing payments, losing track of estimates, or dreading tax season? In this practical talk, I’ll walk you through how small WordPress agencies (even solo developers) can implement a simple but powerful accounting system using modern tools and automation.

I’ll share how I’ve personally streamlined my entire client finance workflow—from estimate approvals to invoices, sales orders, and expense management—using Zoho Books and payment gateway integrations.

You’ll learn how to:

1. Avoid forgotten payments and late billing
2. Build a clear, trackable sales process
3. Automate follow-ups and recurring invoices
4. Integrate expense categorization and cashflow tracking
5. Manage your entire money flow—without hiring an accountant

This talk is perfect for agency owners, freelancers, and developers who want financial clarity, less admin work, and more peace of mind.

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September 19, 2025 — Writing good alt-text is an essential skill for making your website accessible and user-friendly.

In this workshop, we’ll cover the basics of writing effective image descriptions so everyone can fully experience your content.

We’ll go through:

– How to describe an image accurately
– Keeping your text concise and clear
– Adding important context when needed
– What not to include in alt-text
– When to mention text that appears in an image
– Why keyword stuffing is harmful
– How context changes the way alt-text should be written

To make things practical, we’ll also demonstrate the process directly in WordPress, showing you where and how to add alt-text when uploading and editing images. You’ll see exactly how it fits into your site’s workflow and have the chance to ask questions about real examples.

By the end of the session, you’ll feel more confident about writing alt-text that improves accessibility and enhances your site’s overall quality.

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September 19, 2025 — Are you wanting to help create Learn.WordPress.org lesson content, but don’t know where to get started? Then this workshop is for you. I’ll take you through the process of finding a lesson issue to work on, researching the topic, script writing, creating the lesson video, and publishing it to Learn.WordPress.org.

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