March 4, 2014 — Learn the proper way to write the most secure code in WordPress. Whether you’re a plugin developer or build themes, it’s extremely important to understand how to secure your code from hacks and exploits. Overlooking some very easy to follow techniques can expose your website to the hackers everywhere. WordPress features a number of built-in methods to help make sure your code is safe and secure and each and every one is covered in detail.
March 3, 2014 — A “deployment” is the process of moving new code into your production environment. Whether this code is a new feature, a bug fix, or any other new modification you would like to make to your live site. Deployments can be stressful events that make the idea of executing a deployment appear to be a big red button. This makes us want to deploy code as little as possible.
March 3, 2014 — This theory talk will examine the roll of the front-end WordPress developer. Looking beyond just making things pretty and functional on the front-end, we will consider the HOW’s and WHY’s of organizing content in the WordPress Admin via CPT’s, Meta Boxes, and theme options for custom builds.
March 2, 2014 — A technical walk-through of the Heartbeat API, which allows developers to quickly add live-updates to the WordPress admin panel or front-end using native AJAX APIs.
March 2, 2014 — Workflow, technologies, and tips for making native mobile apps with WordPress.
March 2, 2014 — The internet of things has seen the number of connected devices skyrocket in the last few years. But being connected does not mean that the devices have content that people want to actually see, use, and experience.This presentation explores the trend of using WordPress as an application layer and centralized content delivery system to drive the internet of things and provide compelling experiences for all.
March 1, 2014 — How strategy helps your team and clients avoid arbitrary design, directions, and decisions.
March 1, 2014 — This presentation gives you an overview of creating great content for your site that works with your goals. Be ready to leave the session and implement the simple things that will help your site.
March 1, 2014 — You don’t have to be a php ninja to make your sites look like whatever you want. But you do need to edit a little bit of code. This presentation shows how and where in two major frameworks (Genesis and Thematic,) And you’ll have complete control of your designs!
February 28, 2014 — Discover strategies to quickly create content that positions you as an expert and attracts new clients and customers and to re-purpose the same content for maximum leverage, visibility, and conversion. Plus, learn how to apply the same content strategies to the back end of your business to automate and streamline workflow so you can increase profits.