🇲🇰 WordCamp Skopje 2024

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Plugin development is at the heart of what makes WordPress incredibly versatile, but it often comes with its own set of challenges. The goal is simple – make your journey as a plugin developer faster, smoother, and more efficient.
Imagine being able to create robust, feature-rich plugins with less effort and in less time. In this rapidly evolving WordPress ecosystem, where plugins can shape the functionality of countless websites, that’s a game-changer.
We’re going to explore how Composer and GitHub Actions can transform your plugin development process. You’ll have the tools and insights you need to accelerate your plugin development projects and raise the bar on quality.
Whether you’re an experienced plugin developer or just starting, there’s something valuable here for you. Through practical examples and real-world experiences, I’ll show you how these tools can save you time, streamline your workflow, and lead to better, more powerful, plugin development.

Learn how to create powerful and flexible custom blocks in WordPress using Advanced Custom Fields (ACF) and the block.json format. This session will cover building ACF blocks, managing assets with block.asset.php, and enhancing your blocks with InnerBlocks for nested content. Perfect for developers looking to streamline their block creation process and unlock advanced content layout possibilities in the WordPress block editor.

In recent years, other eCommerce Solution has surged ahead as a leading eCommerce platform, offering a highly streamlined and polished solution for merchants. WooCommerce, historically known for its flexibility and open-source nature, is now pushing hard to modernize and compete with f.e. Shopify’s user-friendly and featurerich experience.

In this talk, we’ll explore the latest developments in WooCommerce, how it’s catching up, and the exciting new features that position it as a robust option for store owners looking for more control.

Yes, the Gutenberg Interactivity API is a recent development in WordPress that enables interactive behavior for blocks, all within the block editor. It’s designed to allow developers to build reactive blocks using declarative syntax, similar to React’s principles. This API enables blocks to communicate with each other and update based on user interaction or other block changes, without requiring custom JavaScript for each interaction.

In this talk, we’ll dive into the essential strategies for growing your freelance business into a thriving digital agency. You’ll learn how to recognize the right time to scale, build and manage a skilled team, and create efficient workflows. We’ll cover important aspects like pricing structures, client retention, and developing a niche to stand out in a competitive market. Whether you’re a freelancer looking to expand or an agency aiming for sustainable growth, this session will equip you with actionable insights and real-world examples to make the leap successfully.

In this session, we will explore how quality control (QC) plays a critical role in the success of WordPress projects. We’ll dive into the key stages where QC should be applied, share practical tips and tricks, and discuss how to strike the right balance between meeting project objectives and aligning with the target audience, rather than simply showcasing technical expertise. We’ll also examine how certain QC segments can vary depending on the industry or target audience. Additionally, we’ll cover strategies for integrating non-technical departments into the QC process to ensure smoother collaboration and better overall project outcomes.

This talk will explore how WordPress Playground provides a seamless environment for coding and testing. We’ll discuss how it can enhance your development cycle, enabling quicker iterations without the need for complex setups.

The workshop is designed to help you attract and engage the right readers for your blog. Together, we’ll explore a step-by-step process, from preparing your content to activating engagement and building lasting relationships with your audience. Through interactive, simulation-style exercises, you’ll develop the mindset and strategies needed to consistently attract and nurture loyal readers. By the end, you’ll discover what truly resonates with both your blog and your audience, setting you up for long-term success.

Discover how to build and maintain a strong WordPress Multisite network, with practical tips and strategies for every stage of your journey. We’ll cover essential techniques for setting up, managing, and optimizing your network, while also exploring the latest features and tools that can help you overcome common challenges. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your existing network, you’ll leave with actionable insights to enhance your Multisite experience.

This talk explores the advantages and challenges of a community-driven business model. We’ll discuss how involving your community can boost loyalty, drive innovation, and foster a sense of belonging. We’ll also examine potential downsides like managing diverse opinions and balancing growth with community values. In this presentation, lets determine whether a community-driven approach is a right fit for your business and how to make it work effectively!

– Design Consistency
– User-Centered Design
– Discuss principles of user-centered design: empathizing with users, defining user needs, ideation, and prototyping.
– Highlight the importance of conducting user research, A/B testing, and gathering feedback.
– Mobile-First Approach

Discuss evolving trends in UI/UX, such as voice interfaces, immersive experiences (VR/AR), and AI-driven personalization.

WordPress Interactivity API, a powerful tool designed to enhance user experience by adding dynamic and interactive elements to your WordPress sites. This workshop will guide you through the fundamentals, best practices, and advanced techniques of using this API, helping you create more engaging and responsive web applications.

We will go through a step-by-step approach of getting started with your first Interactivity Block.

Requirements:

– Basic understanding of Block Development
– HTML, CSS, and Javascript ( including basic ES6 )

From my experience, there is huge gap between development and SEO teams, and it impact a lot to the website rankings in the later stage. If we setup this process early, and there is good flow with teams, the results are always better and I want to share my personal experience how we do that in the company.

Imagine a world where every website is a force for good. In my talk, I’ll show you how to turn that vision into reality. We’ll explore the untapped potential of your website to drive social change, inspire action, and build lasting impact. By the end of this session, you’ll have a clear roadmap to transform your online presence into a powerful tool for positive change.

In an age dominated by digital connections, our websites have become powerful tools for driving social change. Yet, many organizations still view their online presence as a mere digital brochure rather than a catalyst for action. My talk will explore how to transform your website from a passive entity into a dynamic platform that inspires, engages, and empowers.

We’ll delve into the strategies for crafting compelling narratives, harnessing the power of data analytics, and building communities around shared values. By understanding your audience, optimizing your content, and measuring your impact, you can create a website that not only reflects your mission but actively contributes to a better world. Whether you’re a non-profit, a socially conscious business, or an individual passionate about a cause, this session will equip you with the knowledge and tools to build a website that truly matters.

How to keep WordPress website in sync with “central” system where there are tens of thousands active items. Combine this with auctions that have their expiration times real quick you get to a point where you want to keep historical data (mostly for SEO purposes), but daily you get hundreds of new items, but you also need to apply changes, if any to existing items, delete those that were removed on the source. To make it even more complicated lets add multi-vendor to the equation. Just for fun!

Latest WordPress editions bring some real treats for developers. We’ll take a closer look at the innovative HTML and Interactivity APIs as the most significant game changers in today’s WordPress development, with a splash of WP-CLI magic for fast, more fun development.

There might be a surprise or two.

We’ll get to know the rules of plugin development with ReactJS in WordPress, practices and innovations I’ve used in the projects I’ve lead. The whole process from the planning of the plugin architecture to its release, combined with a comparison between good and bad practices will be shown with examples from projects I have worked on over the years. The lecture is suitable for both beginners and advanced students.

I will share how I discovered WordPress and the early challenges I faced, which fueled my passion for the software and building a community. I will also share my experiences within the WordPress community, from volunteering to organizing events, and highlight how mentoring others and fostering inclusivity have shaped my journey. Through personal stories and lessons learned, I will speak on the importance of community, collaboration, and the future of WordPress, encouraging attendees to get involved and contribute to its continued success.