Two WordPress pros, Dan Maby and Jamie Marsland, will go head-to-head in a 30-minute live challenge to recreate a surprise website using only the WordPress Block Editor. Expect creativity, speed, and some friendly competition. We’ve turned the format on its head with Jamie stepping up to do a build, so it’s all hosted by the ever-engaging Nathan Wrigley. The audience will help decide who takes the crown, so come ready to cheer for your favourite!
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David will explore practical strategies to help agencies increase recurring revenue and build a more sustainable business model. We’ll cover key areas such as choosing the right tools, shifting from project-based work to retainer or subscription models, identifying and packaging scalable services, and improving client retention through value-driven relationships.
“My website? Who’d want to hack that?” – If you’ve ever had this thought, you’re not alone – but you might be surprised. Welcome to “WordPress Security 101: Mind the Hack”, where we’ll challenge one of the most common misconceptions of website owners: that small or new websites are safe from cyber threats. The truth is that when it comes to WordPress hacking, everyone’s a target.
In this session, we’ll pull back the curtain on the dark world of WordPress hacking. You’ll discover why your site – yes, yours – is a tempting target for cybercriminals, regardless of its size or content.
Join us as we uncover:
But fear not! This isn’t just a parade of digital horrors. Our main focus is arming you with a toolkit of practical, easy-to-implement security measures. Whether you’re a code-savvy developer or a WordPress newcomer, you’ll walk away with actionable steps to fortify your site immediately.
Did you know there are over 20,000 web APIs out there, each offering unique possibilities for your WordPress site? If you’re not tapping into this vast ecosystem, you might be missing out on game-changing opportunities to enhance your website’s functionality and user experience.
APIs are the building blocks of modern web development, but integrating them can often feel like navigating a maze blindfolded. Whether you’re a seasoned developer or just starting out, this session will equip you with the knowledge and tools to confidently tackle any API integration challenge.
By the end of this session, you’ll have a set of practical tips to transform API integration from a necessary evil into your secret weapon for creating powerful, feature-rich WordPress sites.
Gather round and let Tim tell you truly terrifying tales of WordPress Security. In this Halloween special, Tim will take you on a spine-chilling journey through the dark underbelly of WordPress. From zombies to vampires, it’s amazing what dark creatures lurk in the shadows of a WordPress website waiting to pounce!
Highrise Digital, for a long time was a WordPress website agency, building websites using WordPress for a wide-variety of clients. More recently, in the last couple of years the website builds have declined and they have moved to selling products, giving a recurring revenue.
In this talk, Mark will look at the reasons for the move, the advantages it has brought, as well as looking some of the downsides to moving from building projects, to selling a product.
Discover how to identify retainer opportunities, craft compelling offers, and structure your packages for new or existing clients.
Learn essential tips for delivering great value and keeping clients happy, plus insights on different tiers and growth plans to boost your WooCommerce business.
A light-hearted and sometimes serious look at the trials, tribulations and celebrations of WordPress as a community, an Open Source solution and a way for individuals, companies and clients to earn enough money to go off and buy a farm!
In a landscape where more than 40% of websites are powered by WordPress, its sheer size makes it an attractive target for hackers. It’s our collective professional duty to enhance the security of the WordPress ecosystem as much as possible, for the sake of our clients and for WordPress itself.
By the end of this session, you won’t just be aware of the dangers lurking in the digital shadows; you’ll be equipped with the knowledge, tools, and practices needed to shield your website.
Get ready to enhance your WordPress security with confidence and perhaps enjoy the process too. Let’s embark on this essential journey to secure our digital assets and make the internet a safer place, one WordPress site at a time.
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