🇮🇳 WordCamp Mumbai 2023

Traditional journalism models are collapsing because of their inability to hook their readers to keep them afloat with realistic subscription fees, which once upheld the idea of journalism as the fourth pillar of democracy. While this has led to disastrous consequences with the watering down of democratic principles–and arrests of journalists who question the regime–this also has meant opportunities for creative storytelling. How can storytelling be creative with digital tools, in a manner that diverse expertise can be brought together?

Drawing in from her wide experience as a freelance journalist and the various journalism projects, Priyanka Borpujari will speak about the challenges with going solos: with being expected to develop digital tools that limit her own storytelling expertise. She calls for a creative mindset within the WordPress community—as creative or even better than the propagandist tools that arm trolls—towards collaborative Internet tools for effective storytelling and their democratic dissemination.

Join me for a fascinating session where I shall talk about how to make angry customers become big fans of your WordPress plugins or theme. I shall share tricks and stories from real experiences.

You will learn the special ways to deal with tough situations, make friends with customers, and make them love what you do.

We will explore how these happy customers can help you grow your plugin or theme organically within the WordPress community.

In today’s digital landscape, hosting is central to every online venture. Selecting the right hosting solution, efficient management, and optimal setup are pivotal for a seamless online presence. Our panel discussion, “Hosting Essentials: Choose, Manage, and Optimize,” brings industry experts together to tackle the key aspects of hosting services.

Key Topics:

Hosting Types: Explore shared, VPS, dedicated, and cloud hosting to match your specific needs.

Choosing Providers: Learn criteria for selecting hosting providers, focusing on reliability, support, scalability, and security.

Resource Management: Discover strategies for efficient allocation of resources (bandwidth, storage, CPU).

Security & Compliance: Address hosting security and compliance with industry standards.

Performance Boost: Optimize hosting configurations, leverage CDNs, and enhance website/app performance.

Scalability: Plan for growth by scaling hosting resources effectively.

Setup Simplified: Get step-by-step guidance on setting up hosting, from domain registration to server setup.

Cost-Effective Hosting: Manage costs by optimizing resource usage and pricing models.

In Astha’s talk, “Personal Data Protection Act: An Overview,” you can expect a comprehensive exploration of the Personal Data Protection Act, legislation long required, particularly in the context of dealing with goods and services as both a buyer and a seller. This informative session will delve into the legal intricacies of the recently enacted Personal Data Protection Act, offering a better understanding of its fundamentals, and significance in the context of data privacy.

Astha will take the audience on a journey through various facets of the act, including the roles and responsibilities of data fiduciaries, the rights and obligations of data principals, the adjudication processes, and the associated penalties. This talk will be a one-stop resource, covering all essential aspects of the Indian Personal Data Protection Act.

Given India’s rapid growth and emergence as the world’s largest democracy, the introduction of this act holds significant implications for individuals, businesses, and the technology landscape. Whether you are a professional working with data or simply a concerned citizen, this talk promises to provide valuable insights into data protection in the digital age, shedding light on India’s evolving stance in the IT sector. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain a better understanding of the Personal Data Protection Act and its implications.

Unlock the secrets to a well-organized and efficient content creation process for WordPress. Join this talk to learn the step-by-step journey from idea generation to publication, including research, writing, editing, and publishing. Discover essential tools and plugins that not only simplify the workflow but also foster seamless collaboration among your team members. Whether you’re a blogger, marketer, or a WordPress enthusiast, this presentation will equip you with the knowledge and resources to produce compelling content that stands out in the digital landscape. Don’t miss out on the chance to enhance your content creation game for WordPress!

This presentation introduces “wp-simple-setup,” a Node package designed to simplify and streamline the setup of WordPress plugins, themes, and CMS projects.

It addresses the common challenges developers face during the initial stages of a WordPress project and offers practical solutions. The package’s features, minimum requirements, and the benefits it brings to the development process are highlighted.

Attendees will gain insights into how “wp-simple-setup” can enhance their WordPress development workflow, reduce manual tasks, and improve project efficiency.

Real-world use cases and practical tips for troubleshooting are also shared.

Nidhi will share her own experience of the WordPress Journey. What challenges did she faced, and how did she overcome with it?

There are so many females who work around WordPress or any IT field but they don’t get a chance to come in front or sometimes they get scared. She will share some tips and suggestions for female candidates that how they can come in front and how WordPress community can help them. 🙂

Description:
1. Importance of Local Language in Ecommerce
2. Journey of Case Study from Central India’s Tukdoji Maharaj Gurukunj Ashram
3. Technical Foundations for Setting Up an Ecommerce Website in Marathi
4. Digital Marketing and Promotions for a Marathi Ecommerce Site

With major web browsers phasing out support for third-party cookies, businesses, developers, and marketers face the need to reimagine their strategies. In this talk, I will delve into the impact of the impending 3PC deprecation for the and explore practical strategies for preparing and adapting to this transformative shift.

The talk will consist of two parts. The first part will have four brief sections. (1) We will begin with a brief overview of Cookies as a State Management mechanism, understanding the properties of cookies which makes them vulnerable to misuse, and understanding what exactly will change when 3P Cookies are deprecated; (2) we will then discuss how existing and new Web Platform capabilities can be used to refactor implementation that rely on 3P cookies today; (3) next we will review the tools and resources available to help developers navigate the transition to a web platform without 3P cookies; (4) we will give the audience a scripted approach they can follow to prepare and get ready for the deprecation of 3P cookies.

The second part of the talk will explore the importance of embracing privacy-centric technologies which offer a privacy-first approach to ad targeting and measurement, allowing businesses to reach their target audiences without sacrificing user privacy.

The countdown to the 3PC deprecation has already begun, and it is essential to be proactive in our approach. This talk seeks to equip attendees with the knowledge and tools needed to be at the forefront of embracing change and safeguarding user privacy while ensuring business continuity.

Briefly introduce the topic and its relevance in modern WordPress development.

Section 1: Understanding the Foundations

Subsection 1.1: What is REST API?
Explore the basics of RESTful architecture and its significance in WordPress plugin development.
Subsection 1.2: Introduction to React JS
Provide an overview of React JS and why it’s a valuable choice for enhancing WordPress plugins.

Section 2: Setting Up the Development Environment

Subsection 2.1: Prerequisites
List the tools, software, and knowledge required to get started with plugin development using REST API and React JS.
Subsection 2.2: WordPress REST API Basics
Explain how to access and utilize the WordPress REST API in your plugin.

Section 3: Building a WordPress Plugin with React JS

Subsection 3.1: Plugin Architecture
Discuss the structure and organization of a WordPress plugin that incorporates React JS.
Subsection 3.2: React Components Integration
Demonstrate how to integrate React components seamlessly within a WordPress plugin.
Section 4: Fetching Data from WordPress with REST API

Subsection 4.1: Retrieving Posts
Provide code examples and guidelines for fetching and displaying WordPress posts using the REST API.
Subsection 4.2: Custom Data Retrieval
Explain how to retrieve custom data or data from custom post types via the REST API.

Section 5: Interactivity and User Experience

Subsection 5.1: Handling User Interactions
Discuss how to create interactive features within your plugin using React JS.
Subsection 5.2: Enhancing User Experience
Share tips for improving the user experience through React-driven interfaces.

Section 6: Deployment and Testing

Subsection 6.1: Testing Strategies
Outline effective testing approaches for your WordPress plugin.
Subsection 6.2: Deployment Process
Guide on deploying your plugin to a WordPress website.

Section 7: Best Practices and Optimization

Subsection 7.1: Code Best Practices
Offer best practices for writing clean and efficient code.
Subsection 7.2: Performance Optimization
Discuss techniques for optimizing the performance of your plugin.

Section 8: Conclusion and Next Steps

Summarize key takeaways from the presentation or article.
Suggest further resources for those interested in diving deeper into WordPress plugin development with REST API and React JS.

With the growing need to bring in business for your company, be it a for a startup or freelance activity, the world is changing when it comes to converting clients or potential leads. But what does it take to take the first step to bring in business i.e. generating leads? And what comes after it? What are the various strategies one should implement to bring in business? Is it same for all types of businesses? Or does it change depending on the category and type of clients you wish to entertain? 

This talk shall shed light on the philosophy behind business development. You shall walk through a journey of lead generation through captivating marketing strategies and what it take while talking to a potential client in order to close it. The talk shall also cover the learnings as a business and marketing person and what problem might arise in the journey and how to tackle them.

1. Why is LinkedIn an important platform to be active on in 2023?
2. How to get started with LinkedIn?
3. LinkedIn Profile optimization with a Live demo- How to optimize & update your LinkedIn

Profile end-to-end.

1. What, Why & How of Content Creation on LinkedIn as a working professional.
2. Decoding the LinkedIn Algorithm
3. Personal Branding on LinkedIn for students, working professionals and business owners
4. Live LinkedIn Profile Review – upto 3 participants – depends on the time we have available as well
5. Live Q&A Session

In this session, you’re about to embark on a journey that will transform the way you approach WordPress project setup. Imagine being able to automate repetitive tasks, streamline essential configurations, and save valuable time—all with the power of WP-CLI.

Description:
In today’s fast-paced world, efficiency is key. As WordPress professionals, we often find ourselves repeating the same steps when setting up new projects—installing plugins, configuring themes, removing defaults, and more. What if there was a way to eliminate this redundancy and make project preparation effortless?

This session dives deep into the world of WP-CLI, a command-line interface for WordPress, and explores how it can revolutionise your workflow. We will unravel the art of automation, demonstrating how to:

1. Instantly install essential plugins and themes.
2. Manage plugin licenses with ease.
3. Customize admin configurations to your preferences.
4. Bid farewell to unwanted default plugins and themes.
5. Start with a clean slate by removing default content.
6. Create user accounts effortlessly.
7. Automate Git commits and pushes for version control.
8. Set up a child theme for enhanced customization.

Join us for real-world demonstrations and step-by-step guides, empowering you to simplify and expedite your WordPress project setup. Whether you’re a developer, designer, or WordPress enthusiast, this session equips you with the tools and knowledge to elevate your workflow and productivity.

You may be an introvert. And while speaking from a stage feels like a good opportunity, you doubt whether you can handle it. Why take the risk of public failure?

Do you have these questions?

• How to deal with anxiety and butterflies?
• How to **craft stories people love**?
• What kind of slides win audiences?
• How to **avoid being a lousy speaker**?
• Should you move around on stage?

**Actually, public speaking is not that dreadful – if you learn a few tricks!** It is an essential life skill and you can certainly be good at it.

You won’t become a *naturally charismatic on-stage orator* at the end of these 30 minutes. But you will certainly break through your biggest fears and be ready to get on stage! And if you’ve been on stage before, you will learn how to be more effective.

Introduction – personal journey with WordPress (2m)
13Llama’s early forays in headless – (Amit’s WordPress & A Mobile App talk) (4m)
WordPress and Homeville – Why would a housing finance company use WordPress (2m)
What do you mean by a headless CMS and how this came into being – we can speak about when REST API was introduced in the core (5m)
WordPress as a Headless CMS – CPT + API + CRUD capabilities that are off the shelf enabling you to go headless. We could do an honorable mention to Calypso (8m)
Pros & Cons of this approach (4m)
Useful libraries & references – Mention to wpcomjs

1. Introduction to Google Discover: What is Google Discover, and how does it work?
2. How to get your WordPress website in Google Discover: The factors that Google considers when ranking websites in Discover, and how you can optimize your website for Discover.
3. Creating Google Web Stories: A new format of content that is optimized for Google Discover.
4. Monetizing your Google Discover traffic: How you can make money from the traffic you get from Google Discover.
5. Case studies: Examples of WordPress websites that are earning money from Google Discover.

Session Description

Join us for a riveting session titled “WordPress SOS: Troubleshooting Tips and Tricks,” a life-saving guide to navigating the perplexing mazes of WordPress errors and issues. Packed with actionable insights, this session is a well-curated journey through common WordPress tribulations, their diagnoses, and antidotes.

Learning Outcomes

Participants in this session will walk away with:

• A thorough understanding of common WordPress errors and issues.
• A strategic toolkit of troubleshooting techniques and essential tools.
• Knowledge of the importance of seeking community help and how to effectively search for and resolve an issue.
• Confidence to handle future WordPress challenges with a proactive and solution-oriented approach.

1. Understanding Growth Hacking
2. Introducing “The Growth Hacking Book 2”
3. The Business Transformation through Growth Hacking
4. WordPress: A Key Player in Growth Hacking
5. Elevating Startups with WordPress and Growth Hacking

With the latest versions of WordPress, Block Patterns are a very important part of theme development. In this informative presentation, Ajay will guide you through the world of Block Patterns and unveil their potential. From understanding what Block Patterns are and how to create them, to exploring synced and asynced patterns.

Discover the multitude of applications Block Patterns offers, learn how to craft your own, and explore page-level and post-type specific patterns. Ajay will also cover header and footer template part patterns, contextual patterns, and content-only locked patterns. Be prepared to understand the possibilities, benefits, and even the caveats associated with using Block Patterns in WordPress.

Content marketing is a long-term marketing strategy that requires patience and consistency. With so many new changes happening in the content creation industry, there is no one set-in-stone rule that can guarantee success for content creators.

However, there are immutable rules and laws of marketing & content strategy building that can immensely help content creators set realistic goals and meet them head-on.

In this talk, I will introduce everyone to content marketing strategy foundations and principles of creating an effective marketing strategy. I will also share insights on how creators can explore techniques for consistently producing high-quality, engaging content that captivates the audience.

By the end of this lightning talk, attendees will leave with a clear roadmap for building a robust content strategy that enhances their online presence and achieves their business goals.

Introducing accessibility – Products and services usable by everyone
Security Authentication – What’s it?
Types of authentication – Classic and modern
Classic – Passwords and CAPTCHA
Discussing their accessibility challenges
Modern – Biometrics and multifactor authentication
Discussing their accessibility challenges
Upcoming WCAG requirements fon authentications
Tips on designing inclusive digital security solutions.

Security of the website is of utmost importance for any site owner. There are various measures to be considered and followed to make a website secure and resilient to hacks. Some of them may need technical knowledge and coding skills, or may take time to implement and test with the system.

This session will focus on simple, less time-taking yet effective tips that will help you improve the security of the site with minimal technical knowledge.

While I’m sure everyone is aware of the security parameters and its value in an application. Web security plays an important role nowadays.

During this session, we’ll reiterate the core values and guidelines to achieve the security path under OWASP. Also, I will share some good practices to make your WordPress website more secure.

Below are some highlight:

• Who hacked your website?
• Why does a website get hacked?
• WordPress security guidelines to make your site hack proof.

In this session, we will walk you through the process of translating a WordPress project from the official WordPress directory and requesting an approval review. You will also gain a basic understanding of the documentation required to produce consistent translations and the process of publishing translations.

• Understand where to find English and other translation documentation.
• Understand the types of projects that can be translated on translate.wordpress.org .
• Understand the difference between subprojects.
• Understand the next steps after proposing a translation.
• How do I access the WordPress your local language style guide and glossary?
• What can I translate with translate.wordpress.org?
• How do I suggest translations?

Writing effective content brief will change your life.
It will improve your working relationship with writers and you will finally stop hating them so much.
Developers and non-content folks often find themselves in a precarious situation where they don’t exactly know how to explain the nitty gritty of what they want for their website. Of course they know the broader take away but how to create a convincing document that shows the intention of the content that aligns with the vision for the killer website you’re making?
This session is crafted to provide comprehensive brief to be given to writer of all skill-sets to write content with an ability to climb the high ranks of search engines. These templates will help writers equip themselves to write website that will give your website an edge.

• What Is a Content Brief?
• Why Are Content Briefs Important?
• How Beneficial are Content Briefs for Hiring WordPress Writers?
• How To Write an Effective Content Brief

The killer template that we will discuss will help you to give the hired writer all they want to come up with the content that can help gain high rank for your website. Plus there will be also a content bucket which can help you to jumpstart your content strategy. A successful relationship with any kind of business starts with their communication team, and the clear the communication between WordPress folks and their communication team is that of an essential one.

This session will cover the following points:

• Understanding Page Speed
• Benchmarking Your Website
• Page Speed Insights
  • Optimizing Images
  • Caching Mechanisms
  • Minification and Compression
  • Content Delivery Networks (CDNs)
  • Database Optimization
  • Mobile Optimization
  • Monitoring and Maintenance

WordPress is an Open Source project and built by community. But how exactly one can get started contributing can be a bit of a mystery. Many don’t realize how they can contribute without mastering code.

From Documentation , Design, teaching to gardening bugs in Trac and more, there are countless paths. In my talk, I’ll explain open-source involvement and explain the ways of non-code contribution to the Make.WordPress.org community with ease. Let’s make WordPress better together!

Creating custom blocks in WordPress involves building unique content elements and features that represent your brand using the Block Editor. This workshop dives into the process of designing and implementing custom blocks, offering participants a hands-on experience in extending WordPress’s capabilities. You’ll learn how to build specialized blocks that can enhance your website’s functionality, improve user experience, and give you the creative freedom to design content exactly as you envision it.

A brief overview of what you can expect from the workshop:

1. Introduction to Custom Blocks and why they are necessary.
2. Understanding the Block Editor Basics.
3. Setting Up the Development Environment.
4. Anatomy of a Custom Block.
5. Creating a Custom Block.
6. Customizing Block Behavior.
7. Advanced Block Features.
8. Best Practices and Troubleshooting.
9. Resources for Further Learning.
10. Hands-On Practice.
11. Group Discussion and Q&A.
12. Next Steps.

At the end of this workshop. participants will leave with a solid understanding of custom block development and the confidence to explore this area further.

Workshop Requirements:

1. Local WP Development Environment: Any local WordPress development environment like LocalWP, running the latest version of WordPress.
2. Node.js and npm: Essential for building and shipping custom blocks during the workshop. The LTS versions of these should be good.
3. Code Editor: Your favourite code editor such as Visual Studio Code.

Note: These requirements are good to have but are not absolutely necessary for attending the workshop, especially for attendees who are new to this topic and are trying to get a feel for what custom block development looks like.

Migrating an enterprise WordPress application can be a daunting task, especially if you’re not sure where to start. In this talk, we’ll walk you through the entire migration process, from planning to execution, and provide you with tips and tricks to help you avoid losing your mind along the way.

Learning outcomes

• Understand the key challenges of migrating an enterprise WordPress application
• Learn how to plan and execute a successful migration
• Discover tips and tricks to help you avoid common pitfalls
• Be able to troubleshoot and resolve common migration issues

In his talk, he will be talking about the benefits of contributing to WordPress and will also talk about why companies should sponsor the contributors. His talk will be beneficial for WordPress developers, users as well as company owners. He”ll also share his interesting story about his journey as a volunteer contributor to paid contributor. If you want to get started contributing to WordPress, do attend this session.

With Block Editor WordPress now has a plethora of packages and components. Usage of these packages is not restricted to Block Editor or WordPress. These packages can be used to build blocks, to build things within or outside WordPress. From building plugins to apps inside WordPress or standalone apps. The talk will shed light on some key packages and how to use them along with examples and resources.

The talk will help the developer get ideas on how they can utilize them and at the same time help business and product managers know the potential of using them for their own product or plugin.

Project estimation is a pivotal aspect that bridges the gap between the inception of an idea and its successful implementation. It’s a two-fold process that involves estimating the project to define its scope and budget, followed by a detailed estimation before diving into the actual work. Whether you’re a business analyst, developer, salesperson, or agency owner, this talk is your compass to navigate the complexities of project estimation effectively.

In this session, we’ll delve into the crucial realm of estimation, exploring why it holds paramount importance in project management. We’ll unravel a toolkit of techniques designed to empower you with the ability to craft accurate project estimates. Moreover, we’ll highlight common pitfalls and mistakes that often plague the estimation process, equipping you with the insights needed to steer clear of them. Join us as we unlock the secrets to project estimation success and empower you to confidently take your projects from concept to reality.