September 3, 2025 — This talk explores how AI can be used to automatically fix detected website errors and boost overall site performance. Along the way, I’ll share key lessons we’ve learned from working with AI—along with the challenges and roadblocks you might encounter too. The goal of this talk is to spark your curiosity about the kinds of tools you can build with AI and the tasks you can automate. Presented byArnas Donauskas

September 3, 2025 — Handing the keys to a shiny new site over to clients is always a nerve-wracking experience. In this technical session, we’ll look at how to leverage modern CSS alongside the block editor to take the anxiety out of client handoffs by building resilient web experiences with fluid design. We’ll start by reviewing fluid design concepts and examining fluid options available in the theme.json file. Then we’ll move to building a real-world, fluid custom block that adapts to its surroundings – giving content editors power without the need to expose complex responsive controls. We’ll close with a discussion of how embracing fluid modalities can be a win for everyone by enabling faster developer workflows, easier content management, and cleaner frontend interfaces. Attendees will leave with practical tips to deliver websites that are elegant, adaptable, and bulletproof for content management teams – all while writing less code. Bring your laptops, questions, and an open mind and let’s explore building resilient websites for the future! Presented byAnton Plauche

September 3, 2025 — It’s been over a decade since Atomic Design brought the world of digital design systems into the modern era. With the introduction of the block editor, and further expansion into Full Site Editing, WordPress has never been better suited to delivering modular, systemic, and consistent content editing experiences. However, without putting thought into the process of creating content, the editor interface becomes frustrating and complicated, and the experience of the end user often suffers as a result. We will discuss how incorporating User Experience tools to your workflow (including user research, information architecture, and design systems) can improve the content creation experience. We will also discuss how new and upcoming tools will make these system-driven editing experiences better, and how we can continue to improve the WordPress editor as we have more of these conversations. Presented byMichelle Schulp Hunt

September 3, 2025 — If you’re a PHP developer who’s curious about ReactJS but not sure where to start, then this is the perfect talk for you. In this presentation, we’ll break React down into concepts you already know from PHP, like templates, routing, and state, and show how these translate into React’s component-based approach. Along the way, we’ll cover practical tips and strategies to make learning React easier, from adding it to existing PHP projects to building confidence with JSX and hooks. By the end, you’ll have a clear roadmap for learning React step by step and the tools to make the transition smooth (and maybe even fun!). Presented by Jemima Abu

September 3, 2025 — A group presentation from the Core AI team on what we’re building. Progress since the team formation, next steps, implementation examples, and an open Q&A. Read more about the formation of the WordPress AI team. Presented byJames LePageFelix ArntzJeffrey PaulMatías Ventura

September 3, 2025 —  Learn about how Google Search is using the latest technologies to better meet and serve user expectations and connect searchers with high-quality content on the open web.

September 3, 2025 — Creating websites stuffed full of cool data visualizations for an entire government agency usually requires a large technical team (read: expensive). But what if you don’t have the in-house capacity? That’s the situation for National Marine Sanctuaries, the arm of the US federal government that protects two million square kilometers of ocean and lake habitat. However, WordPress to the rescue! In this presentation, we’ll be showcasing Sanctuary Watch, a connected WordPress plugin and theme designed to greatly lower the bar for creating data visualizations (created by a small team at Sanctuaries). Sanctuary Watch will be the primary way that the Sanctuary system delivers our scientific information to the world. Even better, the Sanctuary Watch plugin and theme are built in an open-source way and specifically designed for other organizations to use. In this presentation, we will also cover how *you* can use Sanctuary Watch on your own WordPress sites. Presented byJai Ranganathan

September 3, 2025 — You don’t need to have a “creative role” to be creative at work. Creativity allows us to show up as our full selves, and that benefits our workplaces as much as it benefits us. There are no limits to how you can bring your unique, authentic creativity to work, no matter your title. In this session, I’ll share how I’ve used creativity to get hired, get promoted, and show value at work—all while remaining true to who I am. I’ll explore the many personal and professional benefits of creativity, along with practical ways to apply it in any role. In this session, you’ll learn how to: * Use your creativity to get the job you want * Explore your creativity to help you be fulfilled at work * Show your value through your creativity Presented byTess Needham

September 3, 2025 — Ready to trade boilerplate for brainpower? In this lightning‑fast workshop, I will show how AI coding assistants like Cursor and ChatGPT can generate, refactor, and document a production‑ready WordPress plugin in just 30 minutes. Watch a blank folder become a fully functional ZIP as Maulik live‑codes with AI in the driver’s seat and best practices riding shotgun. Attendees will learn how to: Get ready for developing your plugin using AI Craft precise prompts preparation and usage Keep the AI on track with WordPress coding standards, security, and accessibility Do’s and Don’t while Vibe Coding your plugin! You will leave with step-by-step instructions and the confidence to pair‑program with AI on your next client project – no prior AI experience required. Presented byMaulik Vora

September 3, 2025 — With all the talk about the importance of making WordPress Accessible, how does someone with low vision teach and work with WordPress? I will share the tools and techniques I have used for years as a WordPress instructor at Pratt Institute, the Fashion Institute of Technology, and elsewhere in New York City. I will demonstrate the Operating System and WordPress adjustments I need to make it possible for one with low vision to be productive. This talk is based on my article in Smashing Magazine on what it’s like to have macular degeneration. “Using Low Vision As My Tool To Help Me Teach WordPress” https://www.smashingmagazine.com/2018/05/using-low-vision-teach-wordpress/ Presented byBud Kraus