Talks

March 27, 2025

Aaron D. Campbell

Building a Product – A Practical Look

Get ready to dive deep into the real-world challenges and triumphs of product development. This isn’t just another talk on product-market fit; it’s a behind-the-scenes exploration of what it truly takes to turn a vision into a thriving product. Aaron will reveal the critical strategies and decisions that can make or break a product, using recent examples from projects at A2.
Join Aaron as he shares insider knowledge on:

Assembling the perfect team and knowing when to bring them into the fold
Striking the right balance between essential features and those that wow
Future-proofing your product with scalable growth in mind

You’ll walk away with actionable tactics for:

Crafting user-centered designs that resonate
Implementing agile methodologies to build efficiently
Navigating and overcoming inevitable pitfalls in the development process

Whether you’re steering a startup, managing a product, or dreaming of launching your own, this session will arm you with the practical insights and tools you need to succeed in the competitive world of product development.

Video coming soon

March 27, 2025

Edmund Turbin

www.edmundturbin.com

Supercharge your Workflow with Automation on Pantheon

As WordPress workflows are becoming more complex, the tools we use as developers are evolving rapidly. Automation is becoming increasingly relevant to many parts of the development workflow and Pantheon has a unique approach to automation in WordPress. This talk will focus on several ways that WordPress developers can leverage automation using 3rd party systems, platforms and open source tools. We will explore automation via Scripting, WP-CLI and Terminus during the development workflow as well as executing post deployment tasks with Quicksilver Hooks.

Video coming soon

Website accessibility session at #WPLDN graphic with speaker photo.

February 27, 2025

Louise Towler

indigotree.co.uk

Website Accessibility: Don’t give your clients a choice!

Designing and developing accessible WordPress websites for clients is essential. Louise will discuss why making accessibility a priority is non-negotiable for your clients, how it creates better experiences for everyone, and the steps to integrate it seamlessly into your workflow.

This talk will cover key accessibility standards like WCAG, simple browser tools and plugins that can help and the process that Indigo Tree uses to design and develop inclusive WordPress websites.

Let’s change the question from “Why do this?” to “Why not?” and give you the confidence to make websites that work for everyone.

Video coming soon

#WPLDN session; Kimbolton School website project by Highrise Digital.

February 27, 2025

Mark Wilkinson and Keith Devon

markwilkinson.me and highrise.digital

How we built the Kimbolton School website using Full site editing

This will be a joint talk with both myself and Keith Devon presenting.

Recently we launched our first full site editing WordPress site when we built a new website for Kimbolton School.

In this talk, we can share an overview of how the site was built, focusing in on some of the major challenges we faced and how we solved them with this like custom blocks, block styles and some very cool CSS.

Video coming soon

December 12, 2024

Jamie Marsland

www.pootlepress.com

#WPLDN Speed Build

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!

Video coming soon

November 28, 2024

David Darke

www.atomicsmash.co.uk

How to increase recurring revenue in your agency

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.

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November 28, 2024

Stoyan Georgiev

siteground.com

WordPress Security 101: Mind the Hack

“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:

The sneaky tactics behind brute force attacks
The silent threat of SQL injection
The cunning nature of cross-site scripting (XSS)
And more digital dangers lurking in the shadows

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.

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October 31, 2024

Ignat Georgiev

www.siteground.co.uk/wordcamp

Demystifying Third-Party API Integrations in WordPress

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.

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October 31, 2024

Tim Nash

timnash.co.uk

Tales From The Darkside Of The Admin Area

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!

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