Open Makers
Open Makers highlights the people behind the products, tools, and services shaping the open web. From developers and designers to entrepreneurs and community leaders, we dive into the real stories of what it takes to make and ship meaningful work. Guests share their insights on building with open source, navigating challenges, and finding opportunities in today’s digital landscape. Whether you’re crafting code, running a business, or exploring new ideas, Open Makers offers lessons and inspiration from those who’ve been there.
All Episodes
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The Value of Small WordPress Events in a Changing Tech Landscape
Guest(s): Joe Simpson Jr.Host(s): Adam WeeksListen/Show Notes/Transcript: The Value of Small WordPress Events in a Changing Tech LandscapeIn this epiosde, Adam Weeks interviews Joe Simpson about reviving local WordCamps, emphasizing their unique value in fostering in-person connections, empowering new voices, and adapting to technological changes like AI in the WordPress community.
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New Tools and Updates in WordPress 7.0 for Developers and Content Managers
Guest(s): Birgit Pauli-HaackHost(s): Abha ThakorListen/Show Notes/Transcript: New Tools and Updates in WordPress 7.0 for Developers and Content ManagersWordPress 7.0 “Armstrong” introduces significant updates including visual revisions, responsive block visibility, and enhanced workflow features, promoting collaboration among users and developers while emphasizing safe updating practices.
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Elevate Your Brand With Authentic Case Studies That Resonate
Guest(s): Elena Yovcheva-TilevaHost(s): Adam WeeksListen/Show Notes/Transcript: Elevate Your Brand With Authentic Case Studies That ResonateIn this Open Makers episode, host Adam Weeks and guest Elena Yovcheva-Tileva discuss crafting impactful case studies. They emphasize storytelling, client involvement, and practical strategies for creating narratives that highlight successful outcomes, boosting trust and engagement.
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Building Business Fortitude and Creativity in Digital Marketing
Guest(s): Gina GindorfHost(s): Adam WeeksListen/Show Notes/Transcript: Building Business Fortitude and Creativity in Digital MarketingThis episode of Open Channels FM emphasizes fortitude in business, highlighting tenacity, creativity, and resilience as key to breaking through digital noise and getting noticed, with practical advice.
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Navigating AI Integration and Ethics in Open Source Communities
Guest(s): Kimberly Pace BeckerHost(s): Derek HansonListen/Show Notes/Transcript: Navigating AI Integration and Ethics in Open Source CommunitiesIn this episode, Derek Hanson chats with Kimberly Pace Becker about AI’s intersection with language and technology, emphasizing ethics, diverse perspectives, and responsible integration in digital tools.
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Rethinking Plugins With a Single License for an Expanding Library
Guest(s): Marcus BurnetteListen/Show Notes/Transcript: Rethinking Plugins With a Single License for an Expanding LibraryIn this episode, hosts Bob Dunn and Cami McNamara discuss WellPlayedWP, a unique subscription service for WordPress plugins launched by Marcus Burnette. The service focuses on innovative, user-driven plugin development, addressing gaps in existing solutions.
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Live at CloudFest: Ecommerce With New Caching for Better Conversions
Guest(s): Aleksandar MiljkovićHost(s): Adam WeeksListen/Show Notes/Transcript: Live at CloudFest: Ecommerce With New Caching for Better ConversionsSite speed is crucial for e-commerce success; delays lead to cart abandonment, especially on mobile. Experts discuss caching solutions and user experience improvements to enhance conversion rates.
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Boosting Store Productivity with AI-Driven Automations and Workflow Integrations
Guest(s): James CollinsListen/Show Notes/Transcript: Boosting Store Productivity with AI-Driven Automations and Workflow IntegrationsIn this episode, co-hosts discuss WooCommerce automation with expert James Collins, emphasizing how tools like Zapier streamline tasks, reduce errors, and enhance efficiency through practical automation examples and AI advancements.
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How Hosting Companies Empower Agencies Through Effective Partnerships
Guest(s): Carrie SmahaHost(s): Adam WeeksListen/Show Notes/Transcript: How Hosting Companies Empower Agencies Through Effective PartnershipsIn this episode, Adam Weeks and Carrie Smaha discuss agency partner programs, emphasizing ongoing commissions, risk management, and building trust.
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The Evergreen Platform
Host(s): Adam WeeksListen/Show Notes/Transcript: The Evergreen PlatformIn this episode, Adam Weeks discusses a partnership between Servebolt and Crowd Favorite, focusing on innovative enterprise solutions. The partnership aims to address complex technological challenges, enabling businesses to prioritize growth over maintenance.
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Professionalizing Pricing Models for Open Source CMS Businesses
Guest(s): Dr. Christian KurzeHost(s): Anne-Mieke BovelettListen/Show Notes/Transcript: Professionalizing Pricing Models for Open Source CMS BusinessesIn this episode, Anne Bovelett chats with Dr. Christian Kurze discuss strategies for startups in open source CMS, emphasizing structured sales and sustainable monetization.
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Self-hosted WordPress Optimized Runtime on Docker (SWORD)
Guest(s): Jan WillemListen/Show Notes/Transcript: Self-hosted WordPress Optimized Runtime on Docker (SWORD)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.