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Open Channels FM and Keep It Open
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More In this episode, Bob introduces “Keep It Open,” a new initiative dedicated to supporting independent, honest conversations around the open web. He shares the importance…
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BackTalk on Roller Coasters, Carbon Footprints, and the Human Element in Business
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More The sharpest ideas, honest moments, and quotable insights pulled straight from our conversations across OpenChannels FM. On the lighter side Thank you so much for…
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Matt Mullenweg Says “The Wheels Have Fallen Off” in Wide-Ranging WordPress Critique
From therepository.email Source: Read More WordPress co-founder Matt Mullenweg has delivered a wide-ranging critique of the WordPress project, saying it has spent years doing damage to itself and calling out…
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Lessons from Two Decades of Open Source and the Social Internet
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More In this episode, host Matthias Pfefferle chats with software engineer Will Norris, discussing his extensive contributions to open standards, federated identity, and open source, particularly…
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Collaborative Publishing in Modern WordPress
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More Real-time collaboration in WordPress enhances team efficiency by allowing simultaneous editing, though initial limitations exist. Future improvements aim for smoother, scalable experiences. From openchannels.fm Source:…
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Decision to Build EmDash Came from Cloudflare CEO, Engineer Reveals
From therepository.email Source: Read More Matt Kane, the engineer behind EmDash, has revealed that the directive to build what Cloudflare’s calling the “spiritual successor to WordPress” came directly from CEO…
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How AI Is Reshaping Release Communication in Open Source Projects
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More AI is revolutionizing release communication for open source projects by automating updates, enhancing clarity, and maintaining human oversight, ensuring effective information delivery. From openchannels.fm Source:…
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How Hosting Companies Empower Agencies Through Effective Partnerships
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More In this episode, Adam Weeks and Carrie Smaha discuss agency partner programs, emphasizing ongoing commissions, risk management, and building trust. From openchannels.fm Source: Read More
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IndieWeb: Protocol or Philosophy?
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More Matthias Pfefferle and Ryan Barrett discuss the Indie Web’s dual nature as both a philosophy and a protocol, emphasizing website ownership and the role of…
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The Admin Bar’s 2026 Agency Survey Shows Growth Slowing and Passive Marketing at Its Limit
From therepository.email Source: Read More The Admin Bar has released its 2026 State of the WordPress Agency Report, with results from 622 agency owners and freelancers pointing to a sector…
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BackTalk on Faking It, Human Connection, and Who Gets Left Behind by Tech
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More Conversations from OpenChannels FM feature insights on consulting, personal relationships in business, and challenges of technology accessibility, highlighting human connections in a digital world. From…
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The Platform That Never Works
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More In this episode, Adam Weeks discusses a partnership between Servebolt and Crowd Favorite, focusing on innovative enterprise solutions. The partnership aims to address complex technological…
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WordPress 7.0 Pre-Releases Paused Through April 17, New Schedule Due by April 22
From therepository.email Source: Read More Jonathan Desrosiers has published an update on the WordPress 7.0 delay, confirming pre-releases have been paused through April 17 and a revised release schedule will…
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Cloudflare Launches EmDash, WordPress Community Rejects “Spiritual Successor” Claim
From therepository.email Source: Read More Last week, Cloudflare launched EmDash, a new CMS it’s calling the “spiritual successor to WordPress” and, predictably, the provocative claim has drawn strong opinions as…
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Professionalizing Pricing Models for Open Source CMS Businesses
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More In this episode, Anne Bovelett chats with Dr. Christian Kurze discuss strategies for startups in open source CMS, emphasizing structured sales and sustainable monetization. From…
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Finding Balance: The Importance of Downtime at Conferences
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More Conferences are hectic, but experts say taking breaks is key for success. Pausing helps recharge, absorb info, and connect meaningfully with others. Balance is everything!…
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Self-hosted WordPress Optimized Runtime on Docker (SWORD)
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More In the CloudFest Hackathon, Jan Willem shared his team’s project, SWORD, a self-hosted control panel for WordPress, highlighting collaboration, technical challenges, and team spirit. From…
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WEB Responsibility Scanner
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More Ekaterina Streltsova introduced the BEP Responsibility Scanner at CloudFest Hackathon, addressing web sustainability, accessibility issues, and legal compliance, emphasizing the need for open-source solutions. From…
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WP Plugin Insight
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More Javier Casares and Mark Heijnen discuss WP Plugin Insight, a project enhancing WordPress plugin discovery through AI-driven analysis of compatibility, security, and translations. From openchannels.fm…
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FAIR Package Management for TYPO3
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More Key figures from the FAIR TYPO3 hackathon discuss the platform-agnostic FAIR protocol, its integration with TYPO3, and advancements in digital goods distribution across multiple systems.…
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WordPress 7.0 Release Team Pauses Schedule to Finalize Real-Time Collaboration Database Table Design
From therepository.email Source: Read More Work on WordPress 7.0 is effectively on hold as the release team and core committers head into the Easter long weekend unsure about how to…
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PressConf Returns Next Week. Here’s What’s Bringing People Back.
From therepository.email Source: Read More Next week I’m heading back to Tempe, Arizona, for PressConf 2026, this time to moderate a panel on the hosting ecosystem featuring David Snead from…
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WordCamp Asia 2026 Set for Mumbai Next Week Without Live WordPress 7.0 Release
From therepository.email Source: Read More WordCamp Asia 2026 organizers have replaced plans to celebrate the live release of WordPress 7.0 on Contributor Day with a panel discussion and testing push,…
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Reducing Stress in Website Management
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More Website managers face overwhelming tasks daily, necessitating prioritization, proactive communication, and streamlined processes to reduce mental load and ensure client satisfaction. From openchannels.fm Source: Read…
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BackTalk on Good Habits, Bad Passwords, and AI That Still Needs a Human
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More Conversations from OpenChannels FM reveal humorous insights on habits, password jokes, and the integration of AI in enhancing WooCommerce features and organization. From openchannels.fm Source:…
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Building Better Web Security Through Layered Strategies and Collaboration
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More In this episode, host Adam Weeks discusses cybersecurity strategies with Andrew Killen, Aaron Campbell, and Mart Virkus, exploring the collaboration essential for addressing evolving cyber…
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Latest Jetpack Social Updates and the Return of X Integration for WordPress Users
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More In this episode, Derek Hanson chats with Devin Walker about Jetpack Social updates, including interface redesign, Twitter integration, AI features, and upcoming WordPress 7.0 enhancements…
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SWORD Wins CloudFest Hackathon 2026
From therepository.email Source: Read More SWORD, a self-hosted WordPress control panel built on Docker, has taken the top prize at CloudFest Hackathon 2026, the ninth edition of the annual event…
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Matt Mullenweg Calls for WordPress 7.0 Delay to Introduce Database Table for Real-Time Collaboration
From therepository.email Source: Read More WordPress co-founder Matt Mullenweg has called for a delay to WordPress 7.0, putting an end to plans for a live release during Contributor Day at…
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TestAlly for Developers
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More The Hackathon team discusses their AI tool, TestAlly, focusing on improving accessibility for developers while enhancing collaboration and business benefits. From openchannels.fm Source: Read More
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The Case for Connecting Decentralized Networks
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More The discussion emphasizes the complexity of creating a universal decentralized social network, highlighting the importance of innovation, competition, and building bridges between differing protocols. From…
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Shaping Data Sovereignty and Internet Resilience
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More In recent years, the concept of data sovereignty has become increasingly important. As more countries introduce or tighten regulations around where and how data must…
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WordPress AI Connectors Lack Plugin-Level Controls — and the AI Team Is Already Working on It
From therepository.email Source: Read More A post on The WP World blog by the site’s founder Marcus Burnette kicked off a conversation this week about a gap in the AI…
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WordPress Security Team’s 6.9.2 Retrospective Details Checklist Gap Behind 6.9.4 and Backporting Tensions
From therepository.email Source: Read More A post-mortem published this week by WordPress Security Team rep John Blackbourn details how a missing verification step and a run of unexpected complications turned…
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How AI and Cloud Tools Are Transforming WooCommerce Development and Testing
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More In this episode, Derek talks with WooCommerce’s Brian Coords about how AI is reshaping e-commerce, from automating tasks to enhancing flexibility for developers and merchants.…
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Elementor Launches Angie, a Free AI Plugin for Building Custom WordPress Functionality
From therepository.email Source: Read More Elementor has launched Angie, an agentic AI plugin it’s been testing publicly since September, along with its first capability: Angie Code. With Angie Code, users…
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The WP Community Collective Publishes Open Source Contributor Pay Standard
From therepository.email Source: Read More The WP Community Collective has published a compensation framework for open source contributions, establishing baseline hourly rates for the WordPress ecosystem for the first time.…
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WordPress 7.0 RC1 Ships Despite Core Committer Concerns Over Release Readiness
From therepository.email Source: Read More WordPress 7.0 Release Candidate 1 shipped on Tuesday, adding two features that didn’t make the cut for Beta 1 — a new AI Connectors screen…
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WordPress Is Colliding With AI — and Nobody Had ‘None’ on Their Bingo Card
From therepository.email Source: Read More According to W3Techs, WordPress now powers 42.4% of the web. It’s the first time the figure has dipped below 43% since 2022. While Shopify, Wix…
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Pink, Pixels, and Progress
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More In this clip Jessica Malamud chats with Adam Weeks about Elementor’s brand evolution, focusing on the right pink shade and design details that emphasize creativity.…
