WordCamp Asia and WordCamp Europe Added to Kim Parsell Memorial Scholarship Program

As announced at the 2024 WordPress Foundation Meeting, the Kim Parsell Memorial Scholarship has been expanded to include WordCamp Europe and WordCamp Asia. Traditionally supporting a woman WordPress contributor to attend WordCamp US, the scholarship now assists women facing financial challenges in attending these three flagship WordCamp events. The scholarship honors Kim Parsell, a cherished member of the WordPress community and regarded as one of the first “women of WordPress”. Known fondly as #wpmom, Kim was a dedicated volunteer who . . . [More]

WordCamp Asia and WordCamp Europe Added to Kim Parsell Memorial Scholarship Program

As announced at the 2024 WordPress Foundation Meeting, the Kim Parsell Memorial Scholarship has been expanded to include WordCamp Europe and WordCamp Asia. Traditionally supporting a woman WordPress contributor to attend WordCamp US, the scholarship now assists women facing financial challenges in attending these three flagship WordCamp events. The scholarship honors Kim Parsell, a cherished member of the WordPress community and regarded as one of the first “women of WordPress”. Known fondly as #wpmom, Kim was a dedicated volunteer who . . . [More]

WordCamp Europe Seeks New Host City for 2026

WordCamp Europe is now seeking a host city for its 2026 event. Teams with experience organizing one or more WordCamps in a European city are encouraged to apply. Although hosting the world’s largest WordPress event may seem challenging, applicants will have the support of an experienced core organizing team. The organizing team will work collaboratively for around nine months before the event to ensure all preparations run smoothly. Applications are open until Friday, 15 November 2024. The final decision on the 2026 host city is expected b . . . [More]

WordCamp Europe Seeks New Host City for 2026

WordCamp Europe is now seeking a host city for its 2026 event. Teams with experience organizing one or more WordCamps in a European city are encouraged to apply. Although hosting the world’s largest WordPress event may seem challenging, applicants will have the support of an experienced core organizing team. The organizing team will work collaboratively for around nine months before the event to ensure all preparations run smoothly. Applications are open until Friday, 15 November 2024. The final decision on the 2026 host city is expected b . . . [More]

Automattic and Matt Mullenweg Push for Dismissal of Key Claims in WP Engine Lawsuit

Automattic and Matt Mullenweg have filed a response asking the court to dismiss counts 1-6 and 9-11 of  WP Engine’s lawsuit. WP Engine had filed a motion on October 18, 2024 for a preliminary injunction in a Northern California court, seeking restored access to WordPress.org and a reversion to conditions as of September 20, 2024.  In response, Automattic has filed three key documents: a Motion to Dismiss WP Engine’s Complaint, a Motion to Strike, and the Opposition to WP Engine’s Preliminary Injunction. Automattic also tweeted, � . . . [More]

Automattic and Matt Mullenweg Push for Dismissal of Key Claims in WP Engine Lawsuit

Automattic and Matt Mullenweg have filed a response asking the court to dismiss counts 1-6 and 9-11 of  WP Engine’s lawsuit. WP Engine had filed a motion on October 18, 2024 for a preliminary injunction in a Northern California court, seeking restored access to WordPress.org and a reversion to conditions as of September 20, 2024.  In response, Automattic has filed three key documents: a Motion to Dismiss WP Engine’s Complaint, a Motion to Strike, and the Opposition to WP Engine’s Preliminary Injunction. Automattic also tweeted, � . . . [More]

Real Hope in Action

Thank you to the amazing staff at CHR’s Hub in Manchester for hosting a tour and Open House for friends and supporters. It was wonderful to have a firsthand view of the wide range of classes, groups, and activities designed to support individuals who are receiving behavioral health services through CHR, as well as the community Food Pantry, run in collaboration with Connecticut Foodshare.    From left to right: Phil Tartsinis of Professional Properties of Enfield and Tartsinis, LLC; Olga Borsh of Mutual of America; Moses, a Hub mem . . . [More]

Real Hope in Action

Thank you to the amazing staff at CHR’s Hub in Manchester for hosting a tour and Open House for friends and supporters. It was wonderful to have a firsthand view of the wide range of classes, groups, and activities designed to support individuals who are receiving behavioral health services through CHR, as well as the community Food Pantry, run in collaboration with Connecticut Foodshare.    From left to right: Phil Tartsinis of Professional Properties of Enfield and Tartsinis, LLC; Olga Borsh of Mutual of America; Moses, a Hub mem . . . [More]

The Science of Sweet Relief: How Chocolate Soothes the Mind

For centuries, chocolate has captivated hearts and lifted spirits, earning it the reputation of a delicious mood booster. Beyond its mouthwatering taste, chocolate has a unique power to soothe the mind. Research suggests that consuming chocolate, particularly dark chocolate, can provide psychological comfort and relieve stress due to its complex blend of natural compounds and its effect on brain chemistry. Let’s explore the science behind chocolate’s soothing effects, and why just a few bites can make us feel so good. 1. A Blissful Blend of . . . [More]

The Science of Sweet Relief: How Chocolate Soothes the Mind

For centuries, chocolate has captivated hearts and lifted spirits, earning it the reputation of a delicious mood booster. Beyond its mouthwatering taste, chocolate has a unique power to soothe the mind. Research suggests that consuming chocolate, particularly dark chocolate, can provide psychological comfort and relieve stress due to its complex blend of natural compounds and its effect on brain chemistry. Let’s explore the science behind chocolate’s soothing effects, and why just a few bites can make us feel so good. 1. A Blissful Blend of . . . [More]

#143 – Aaron Reimann and Keith Osburn on How WordPress Is Transforming Georgia’s Educational Lan

Transcript [00:00:00] Nathan Wrigley: Welcome to the Jukebox podcast from WP Tavern. My name is Nathan Wrigley. Jukebox is a podcast which is dedicated to all things WordPress. The people, the events, the plugins, the blocks, the themes, and in this case, how education and WordPress can work hand in hand. If you’d like to subscribe to the podcast, you can do that by searching for WP Tavern in your podcast player of choice, or by going to wptavern.com/feed/podcast, and you can copy that URL into most podcast players. If you have a top . . . [More]

#143 – Aaron Reimann and Keith Osburn on How WordPress Is Transforming Georgia’s Educational Lan

Transcript [00:00:00] Nathan Wrigley: Welcome to the Jukebox podcast from WP Tavern. My name is Nathan Wrigley. Jukebox is a podcast which is dedicated to all things WordPress. The people, the events, the plugins, the blocks, the themes, and in this case, how education and WordPress can work hand in hand. If you’d like to subscribe to the podcast, you can do that by searching for WP Tavern in your podcast player of choice, or by going to wptavern.com/feed/podcast, and you can copy that URL into most podcast players. If you have a top . . . [More]

Competitive analysis — What to do before you commit to your next great business idea

Planning a new online business? Conduct a competitive analysis to understand your market, beat your rivals, and position your brand for success.Re Posted From: Competitive analysis — What to do before you commit to your next great business ideaWoo Commerce . . . [More]

Competitive analysis — What to do before you commit to your next great business idea

Planning a new online business? Conduct a competitive analysis to understand your market, beat your rivals, and position your brand for success.Re Posted From: Competitive analysis — What to do before you commit to your next great business ideaWoo Commerce . . . [More]

WP Engine Files Injunction, Hearing Set for November 26, 2024

WP Engine filed a motion on October 18, 2024 for a preliminary injunction in a Northern California court, seeking restored access to WordPress.org and a reversion to conditions as of September 20, 2024. The hearing is set for November 26, 2024. The Injunction filed claims that Matt and Automattic have “engaged in a self-proclaimed “nuclear” war aimed at destroying WPE’s business because WPE dared to stand up and speak out against Defendants’ extortionate demand for tens of millions of dollars annually for a purported “license” . . . [More]

WP Engine Files Injunction, Hearing Set for November 26, 2024

WP Engine filed a motion on October 18, 2024 for a preliminary injunction in a Northern California court, seeking restored access to WordPress.org and a reversion to conditions as of September 20, 2024. The hearing is set for November 26, 2024. The Injunction filed claims that Matt and Automattic have “engaged in a self-proclaimed “nuclear” war aimed at destroying WPE’s business because WPE dared to stand up and speak out against Defendants’ extortionate demand for tens of millions of dollars annually for a purported “license” . . . [More]

What are digital products? How to sell them in 2024

Are digital products more profitable? How does inventory work? Examples you can start selling fast! The best tools to sell digital products. Re Posted From: What are digital products? How to sell them in 2024Woo Commerce . . . [More]

What are digital products? How to sell them in 2024

Are digital products more profitable? How does inventory work? Examples you can start selling fast! The best tools to sell digital products. Re Posted From: What are digital products? How to sell them in 2024Woo Commerce . . . [More]

#142 – Miriam Schwab and Oliver Sild on Security Collaboration Between Elementor and Patchstack

Transcript [00:00:00] Nathan Wrigley: Welcome to the Jukebox podcast from WP Tavern. My name is Nathan Wrigley. Jukebox is a podcast, which is dedicated to all things WordPress. The people, the events, the plugins, the blocks, the themes, and in this case, the recent security collaboration between Elementor, and Patchstack. If you’d like to subscribe to the podcast, you can do that by searching for WP Tavern in your podcast player of choice, or by going to wptavern.com/feed/podcast. And you can copy that URL into most podcast players. . . . [More]

#142 – Miriam Schwab and Oliver Sild on Security Collaboration Between Elementor and Patchstack

Transcript [00:00:00] Nathan Wrigley: Welcome to the Jukebox podcast from WP Tavern. My name is Nathan Wrigley. Jukebox is a podcast, which is dedicated to all things WordPress. The people, the events, the plugins, the blocks, the themes, and in this case, the recent security collaboration between Elementor, and Patchstack. If you’d like to subscribe to the podcast, you can do that by searching for WP Tavern in your podcast player of choice, or by going to wptavern.com/feed/podcast. And you can copy that URL into most podcast players. . . . [More]