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WP BuildsThis Week in WordPress #356In this episode, I'm joined by Taco Verdonschot, Jonathan Bossenger, Birgit Pauli-Haack to discuss WordPress 6.9, including new blocks, performance improvements, accessibility updates, and upcoming live events to help users prepare for the release. The panel pays tribute to WordPress contributor Zeel Thakkar, and covers news about a new leader at Jetpack, Black Friday deals, and community appreciation initiatives. They also highlight developer resources and recent plugin launches, making this a comprehensive update on what's happening in the WordPress ecosystem.
2025-11-251h 33
WP BuildsThis Week in WordPress #356In this episode, I'm joined by Taco Verdonschot, Jonathan Bossenger, Birgit Pauli-Haack to discuss WordPress 6.9, including new blocks, performance improvements, accessibility updates, and upcoming live events to help users prepare for the release. The panel pays tribute to WordPress contributor Zeel Thakkar, and covers news about a new leader at Jetpack, Black Friday deals, and community appreciation initiatives. They also highlight developer resources and recent plugin launches, making this a comprehensive update on what's happening in the WordPress ecosystem.
2025-11-251h 33
Seriously, BUD?Jonathan BossengerSend us a textAn unexpected conversation with a developer/teacher who cares that his students actually learn. The interview with Jonathan begins with a discussion on Brazilian jiu-jitsu, explaining its history and how it became popular in America during the early UFC days. Jonathan, who once taught Brazilian jiu-jitsu, shares his experiences of teaching at his initial school and later at his own club. The conversation then shifts to his personal life, specifically how he met his wife at a luxury department store in South Africa named Woolworth's, contrasting it with its c...
2025-11-1435 min
WP Builds441 – From developer to educator: Jonathan Bossenger talks about WordPress DevRelIn this episode, Nathan Wrigley talks with Jonathan Bossenger, a developer advocate at Automattic, about his journey into WordPress and developer relations (DevRel). Jonathan shares how his passion for teaching led him from software development to DevRel, explains the varied roles within DevRel, and discusses the importance of both technical skills and the ability to teach and communicate effectively. The conversation covers team collaboration, feedback processes in open source, and advice for those interested in pursuing a similar path. Jonathan emphasises humility, adaptability, and a love for helping others as key traits for success in DevRel.
2025-10-161h 03
Jukebox#135 – Jonathan Bossenger on Enhancing WordPress Learning ExperiencesOn the podcast today we have Jonathan Bossenger. Jonathan discusses his transition from software development to becoming a developer educator for WordPress. He emphasises the importance of making WordPress learning accessible globally through the Learn platform, providing up-to-date, freely available educational content. The conversation highlights the platform's transformative potential with tools like Playground, enabling interactive coding practice. Jonathan talks about the challenges of keeping content current, structured learning pathways for different user levels, and the role of contributors in translating and internationalising content. He also invites listeners to participate in the Learn project. If you’re curious about how people le...
2024-09-0447 minWP Tavern#135 – Jonathan Bossenger on Enhancing WordPress Learning ExperiencesOn the podcast today we have Jonathan Bossenger. Jonathan discusses his transition from software development to becoming a developer educator for WordPress. He emphasises the importance of making WordPress learning accessible globally through the Learn platform, providing up-to-date, freely available educational content. The conversation highlights the platform's transformative potential with tools like Playground, enabling interactive coding practice. Jonathan talks about the challenges of keeping content current, structured learning pathways for different user levels, and the role of contributors in translating and internationalising content. He also invites listeners to participate in the Learn project. If you’re curious about how people le...
2024-09-0447 min
Within WordPressElevating WordPress Education: Insights from Jonathan BossengerIn this episode of Within WordPress, I talk to Jonathan Bossenger, a developer educator from Cape Town, South Africa, currently employed by Automatic and contributing to the WordPress training team.
Jonathan shares his journey from a software developer to an educator, emphasizing his passion for open source and teaching others how to create software. He delves into the evolution and mission of the WordPress training team, especially during the pandemic when the demand for online workshops and learning resources surged.
The conversation highlights the future directions for learn.wordpress.org, focusing on developing structured learning...
2024-03-2655 min
Press This WordPress Community PodcastImproving Learning Pathways on Learn.WordPress.orgJonathan Bossenger has been working hard to enhance the learning pathways at Learn.WordPress.org. In this episode of Press this, Jonathan discusses the work he and his team are doing to improve how new users, old-school developers, and future contributors can get the knowledge they need from Learn WordPress. We also spoke with Jonathan about his new WordPress-powered video game, "Dodge," which was created using the new WordPress Activity API.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/press-this-wordpress-community-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
2024-02-2027 min
Post Status PodcastsPost Status Excerpt (No. 67) — What Does Professionalism Mean in WordPress?"We're not afraid to let our human side show." —Eric KarkovackIn this episode of Post Status Draft, Eric Karkovack joins Dan Knauss to discuss their top picks for important topics and news stories in WordPress this week. Then they take up the topic of "professionalism." What is it — what does it mean for us in the WordPress community, and how does it relate to a healthy open source project and business ecosystem?Eric's Top News Picks:WP-Optimize "Cheating" Scandal (WP Tavern)WebP in WordPress 6.1 On Hold/Being ReconsideredWordPress.com Now Offering $499 WebsitesDan's...
2022-09-0253 min
Delicious Brain WavesEpisode 11 - WordCamp: How to Make the Most of Your ExperienceWith WordCamps set to return to an in-person format for the first time since early 2020, Iain Poulson and Jonathan Bossenger take a look back at their own personal experiences with WordCamps, with a special focus on the first ones they attended.
They share their greatest highlights and offer advice for both first-time WordCamp attendees and the folks who organize these events.
Show Notes:
What’s New in SpinupWP
WordCamp Central
Upcoming WordCamps
What to Expect
Become an Organizer
Transitioning to Virtual: 9 Lessons Learned from WordCamp San Antonio
Let us know your thoughts on Twitter
2022-04-2600 min
The WP MinuteA block museum?!Thanks Pressable for supporting the podcast! What hosting should feel like...nothing! https://pressable.com/wpminute It was recently reported that you can purchase six popular Automattic plugins right from your WordPress.com dashboard. Donna Cavalier shares what’s coming for plugins, themes and services that will be additionally available for purchase right through the WordPress.com dashboard to expand your options. You can sign up over on WordPress.com for early access if you would like to know what is coming.
The Museum of Block Art MOBA is a cool pop up site of...
2022-03-0906 min
Jukebox#16 – Jonathan Bossenger on Cleaning Up WordPress NotificationsOn the podcast today we have Jonathan Bossenger. He’s here to talk about WordPress notifications and how they are managed. He wants there to be a unified space in the WordPress admin which handles all notifications, so that users are in control of what they see and when. Go listen to the podcast.
2022-03-0247 minWP Tavern#16 – Jonathan Bossenger on Cleaning Up WordPress NotificationsOn the podcast today we have Jonathan Bossenger. He’s here to talk about WordPress notifications and how they are managed. He wants there to be a unified space in the WordPress admin which handles all notifications, so that users are in control of what they see and when. Go listen to the podcast.
2022-03-0247 minDelicious Brain WavesEpisode 7 - Using a Linux Desktop for Full Time Development with Jonathan Bossenger and Ian JonesIn the latest episode of the Delicious Brain Waves podcast, Jonathan Bossenger and Ian Jones share their experiences using Linux operating systems for full-time development.Ian has an extensive history of using Unix and Linux systems but developed primarily in Windows before moving to Apple desktops in 2003. In 2017 he decided to try a Linux laptop instead of getting a new MacBook Pro, and the experience was so great he switched his desktop to Linux in 2020. Jonathan comes from a pure Windows background, stumbled into Linux on the desktop with Ubuntu in 2008, and has used it almost exclusively...
2021-07-2100 min
The Open Sourcery PodcastOpen Sourcery – Episode 2 – Mika EpsteinIn this episode of the Open Sourcery podcast, I'm chatting with Mika Epstein. Mika is a well-known contributor to the WordPress project, who recently shared her horrific experiences of harassment from a member of the open-source community she is part of.
2021-07-2000 minDelicious Brain WavesEpisode 4 - From Writing Code to Writing Words and Managing Products with Jonathan Bossenger & Iain PoulsonIn this episode of the Delicious Brain Waves podcast, Iain Poulson and Jonathan Bossenger discuss their recent career changes.
Iain has moved from a developer to a product manager, and Jonathan took a lateral switch and went from being a lead developer to a full-time writer/content creator.
They discuss the history behind these changes, their experiences in switching to these new roles, and share some personal advice to those considering a career change.
Show Notes:
Iain on Twitter
Jonathan on Twitter
Open positions at Delicious Brains
2021-05-1000 min
The Open Sourcery PodcastOpen Sourcery – Episode 1 – Juliette Reinders FolmerShow notes Apache SSI SourceForge A Perfect Storm The 2020 WordPress and PHP 8 compatibility report The Grumpy Programmer’s Guide To Testing PHP Applications Documentation of test tools PHPUnit Rolling schedule for WordPress upgrades Git Extensions Juliette on Twitter
2021-02-251h 10
The Open Sourcery PodcastWP HackerCast – Episode 25 – Helen Hou-Sandi – Declaring our community’s definition of merit.Featured image credit – Faces of Open Source / Peter Adams Show notes: 10up Distributor ClassifAI Helen @ WordPress.org WordPress 5.6 release squad The source of the amazing egg bread recipe Helen on Twitter
2020-09-161h 24
OfferZen Podcast#27 Panel discussion: How Meetups are Adjusting to Connect During LockdownWith the lockdown and COVID-19 prohibition on gatherings, SA tech meetup organisers have had to start thinking out-of-the-box about how they’re going to bring their communities together. Since these events occur more frequently than bigger conferences, the community relies on them to keep connected and informed. This means that organisers have to spend time thinking about the best solutions for bringing their communities together online in a way that actually helps them learn and connect.Our events team spoke to local meetup organisers to find out about the challenges they’re encountering trying to keep their comm...
2020-04-2300 min
CrosswordWP Notify
Jonathan Bossenger joins us to discuss the WP Notify project and better ways of introducing new features in WordPress.
2020-03-1137 minThe Open Sourcery PodcastWP HackerCast – Episode 24 – Tammie Lister – The Future of ‘Digital Experiences’ & All Things “Esoteric”The Future of Digital Experiences and All Things Esoteric
2020-02-1959 min
Streamlined Solopreneur: Tips to Help Small Business Owners Grow Without BurnoutAdvice Roundup: Things You Wish You Knew Before You Start Your BusinessIf you've been freelancing or running a small business for any amount of time, you've learned a few things you probably wish you knew from the start. In this episode, I've asked a few of my freelancing friends (as well as Twitter), "What's one thing you wish you knew when you started freelancing?" There's lots of great advice, so let's get to it! Show NotesThe original Twitter ThreadJean Perpillant | TwitterSal Ferrarello | TwitterTopher DeRosia | TwitterBirgit Pauli-Haack | TwitterJonathan Bossenger | TwitterGetting Back to Blogging with Colin DevroeCheck out the memberships over at Creator CoursesS...
2020-01-2131 minStreamlined Solopreneur: Tips to Help Small Business Owners Grow Without BurnoutAdvice Roundup: Things You Wish You Knew Before You Start Your BusinessIf you've been freelancing or running a small business for any amount of time, you've learned a few things you probably wish you knew from the start. In this episode, I've asked a few of my freelancing friends (as well as Twitter), "What's one thing you wish you knew when you started freelancing?" There's lots of great advice, so let's get to it! Show NotesThe original Twitter ThreadJean Perpillant | TwitterSal Ferrarello | TwitterTopher DeRosia | TwitterBirgit Pauli-Haack | TwitterJonathan Bossenger | TwitterGetting Back to Blogging with Colin DevroeCheck out the memberships over at Creator CoursesS...
2020-01-2131 min
The Open Sourcery PodcastWP HackerCast – Episode 23 – Josepha Haden – Executive Director of WordPressShow notes: WordPress Team Lead post Meeting Etiquette Updates to WordPress profiles and jobs.wordpress.net Hemmingway App Geekbot Josepha on Twitter WordPress Slack (@chanthaboune)
2019-06-2858 min
The Open Sourcery PodcastWP HackerCast – Episode 22 – Carole Olinger – A healthy dose of realityShow notes: Luxembourg Plesk A tough desicion Carole’s Manifesto Lipedema WordPress Polyglots Team Toggl Wrike Carole on Twitter Carole on Facebook
2019-05-211h 21
The Open Sourcery PodcastWP HackerCast – Episode 21 – Jeff Pearce – Creative Technologist at AutomatticShow notes: WooNav: Integrated in WP 3.0 JavaScript for WordPress ES6 for everyone React for beginners Egghead.io Laravel Lumen RLabs Local by Flywheel Jeff’s blog Jeff on Twitter
2019-04-031h 23
The Open Sourcery PodcastWP HackerCast – Episode 20 – Tevya Washburn – Starfish Reviews and wpXPRESSFor the first new podcast of 2019 I had a great chat with Tevya Washburn from Starfish Reviews and wpXPRESS Show notes: wpXPRESS Starfish Reviews Izze Why Gutenberg and Why Now?
2019-02-061h 16
The Open Sourcery PodcastWP HackerCast – Episode 19 – Corey Maass – App Development for Fun and Profit (Part 2).For episode 19 I finally get to sit down with Corey Maass, following up from where we left off in part 1, but almost 2 months later. Show Notes: TechZing Live PodcastJim Carrey 10 million Remembering WhySlimFrameworkRedBeanPHPDerek SiversKanbanWPGelformCorey on Twitter
2018-08-061h 07
The Open Sourcery PodcastWP HackerCast – Episode 18 – Tomaz Zaman – CodeableToday I am chatting with a man who has had a profound influence on my life, Tomaz Zaman, the founder and CTO of Codeable, the #1 outsourcing platform for WordPress. Show notes: Typo3CodeableYou are too cheap!All things Codeable.Codeable AMATomaz on FacebookTomaz on Twitter
2018-07-021h 00
The Open Sourcery PodcastWP HackerCast – Episode 17 – The Maker Cast: Fear of LaunchingIn which Craig and I discuss my next steps towards single foundership.
2018-06-2526 min
The Open Sourcery PodcastWP HackerCast – Episode 16 – Corey Maass – App Development for Fun and Profit.It’s episode 16 of the WP hacker cast and today I’m talking with Corey Maass. Corey is an experience web developer, app maker, plugin builder and musician. Over the course of his career he has built a host of plugins and apps under his Gelform banner, but the most popular of those is the KanbanWP […]
2018-06-041h 11
WP BuildsWhy choose WP Engine with Edmund TurbinWay back in September 2017, we did an episode called "Build it out of love. The morality of GPL licenses". In this episode David an I (as is our custom) spoke at great length with almost zero understand of the subject matter. I'm happy to say that most of you just tut and move on, but one or two of you are really, really listening and decide to question our proclamations! Jonathan Bossenger is such a person and he was having none of it! He decided that you guys actually needed to know real facts about The GPL and so he...
2018-05-031h 22
WP Builds74 – Let’s try to understand the GPL license shall we? With Jonathan BossengerWay back in September 2017, we did an episode called \"Build it out of love. The morality of GPL licenses\". In this episode David an I (as is our custom) spoke at great length with almost zero understand of the subject matter. I\'m happy to say that most of you just tut and move on, but one or two of you are really, really listening and decide to question our proclamations! Jonathan Bossenger is such a person and he was having none of it! He decided that you guys actually needed to know real facts about The GPL and so...
2018-05-0300 minWP BuildsWhy choose WP Engine with Edmund TurbinWay back in September 2017, we did an episode called "Build it out of love. The morality of GPL licenses". In this episode David an I (as is our custom) spoke at great length with almost zero understand of the subject matter. I'm happy to say that most of you just tut and move on, but one or two of you are really, really listening and decide to question our proclamations! Jonathan Bossenger is such a person and he was having none of it! He decided that you guys actually needed to know real facts about The GPL and so he...
2018-05-031h 22