Get ready for two days of insightful talks, hands-on workshops, and engaging discussions at WordCamp Nairobi 2024! Our sessions cover a wide range of topics, from beginner-friendly introductions to advanced development techniques, ensuring there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re here to learn, share, or connect, these sessions will provide you with valuable insights and practical takeaways to enhance your WordPress journey.
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Unlocking the Dimension of relationship Beyond Savannah
Developing a global focus in one’s outreach can significantly grow your connections beyond Kenya. Though it may sound straightforward it requires a lot of work and patience.
Some of the strategies one needs to expand their relationships beyond Kenya are :
Online Presence, Networking, Collaborations, Marketing..etc I will share some practical ideas I have used in my area for the past 5 years and worked.
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Making WordPress Contribution Easier – With Code and No Code
In my talk, I’ll share about my 10 years of contribution journey, my volunteering contribution to the full-time sponsored contributor, the benefits I’m getting, and more. I’ll talk about how contribution to WordPress is easy for both coders and non-coders.
How attendees can kickoff their contribution journey right away and support the WordPress project. I’ll also encourage everyone to contribute to the WordPress project and also information about five for the future and why it is necessary.
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The impact of Ai in development and How to stay ahead
AI-assisted themes and plugins that developers can use to fast track development process.
how developers can integrate use API’s like gpt to automate their development process.
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Manoeuvring the Website Design and Development Business Processes using WordPress
- Introduction
Importance of structured business processes in WordPress website development. - Understanding Client Needs & Project Scoping
Effective communication, project scope, and expectation management.
Tools for gathering requirements and creating mockups. - Design & Development Workflow
Wireframing, UX/UI design, and development best practices.
Using WordPress tools for efficient design and development. - Efficient Client Collaboration
Streamlining feedback loops and managing client communication.
Tools for feedback and version control. - Post-Launch Support & Maintenance
Importance of ongoing maintenance, backups, and security.
Offering maintenance packages and additional services. - Scaling Your WordPress Business
Strategies to automate tasks, delegate, and scale your business.
Outsourcing and optimizing workflows for efficiency. - Q&A & Conclusion
Open discussion and final takeaways for improving WordPress business workflows.
- Introduction
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Leverage a Staging Environment to ship faster and scale your freelance business.
In the fast-paced times where you are expected to produce products almost at the speed of light. Everyone is aware of the AI that can replace you. How can you avoid such threats? How can you go ahead of the competition?
In the past, tools like WAMP on Windows and MAMP for MacOS users were almost brothers, but sometimes tech advanced doesn’t forgive—sorry!
In this session, we’re going to learn how to accelerate WordPress development and launch. I am excited to show you a free tool that has cut down my WordPress development and deployment by more than half.
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How to get started with WordPress Development
“A number of times we come across, “”someone recommend a tour/hotel/school”” theme.
But is that it? There’s more to themes and WordPress and in this talk I would like to take you through how to make decisions on the theme and features you need”
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The Personal Business of Digital Content
Therefore, in a way, as an extension of the presentation I gave at Wordcamp Kenya 2011, I would like to make one that is in-line in the context of a post-pandemic world operating in the AI era. This presentation would focus strategies and tactics for defining a digital content approach that cascades from:
1) Blogging on WordPress-based blogs as well as other platforms like Medium, Linkedin and Substack.
2) Creating and running a Podcast on YouTube and Spotify
3) Using newsletters to grow a subscriber base for content reach and engagement.
4) Leveraging social media platforms including WhatsApp, TikTok, Facebook, Instagram and X / Twitter to amplify the reach and engagement of digital content
5) Using AI to enhance and streamline the process of realizing impactful and commercializable content efforts.
6) Content monetizations strategies and tactics that actually work and are scalable in markets like Kenya and Africa.
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Teachers and Tech: How Uganda’s Educators are Shaping the WordPress Community
View full Presentation here: Full Presentation
“The Uganda WordPress Community has been active over the past 5 years and continues to grow at an impressive trend. With 6 active meetups in the country, what is unique about this community is that there is an army of teachers working together with experienced WordPress practitioners to make meetups and WordCamps student-friendly.
This has built a large following of WordPress users right from the grass roots with WordPress now being extensively used in the high school subject of ICT.
After an impressive talk by Abraham Wayta at WordCamp Europe 2024, there has been growing interest in how Uganda is doing its thing with queries coming in from across the globe.
This talk will take you through the journey of the WordPress Community since its first event, how educators have blended into the Eco system, what is currently being done in Uganda as far as WordPress is concerned and a glimpse into the foreseeable future.”
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What girls need to get careers in tech
Many girls and women who love to venture in technology are afraid of taking the first step in a male dominated industry because of fear of whether they will be successful or not, i would like to speak at WordCamp to share light on what girls need to have successful careers in Tech .
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No-Code, No Problem – A Designer’s Guide to WordPress Full-site Editing
In this beginner-friendly, designer-oriented workshop, Norman Mithika will explore how WordPress Full-Site Editing empowers designers to take full control of the web design process with little to no coding required. Attendees will discover the practical benefits of Full-Site Editing, including rapid prototyping and the ability to create beautiful, functional websites using an intuitive drag-and-drop interface.
Ideal for designers looking to expand their skills, this hands-on session will guide participants through leveraging WordPress’s powerful block editor to customize layouts and enhance user experiences. While some basic HTML or CSS may come in handy, this workshop will empower you to build and customize websites quickly and efficiently without relying heavily on code.
Join us for a hands-on exploration of the no-code full-site revolution in WordPress web design!
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WordPress Un-Filtered
Join us for a candid conversation centered around WordPress, where we dive deep into the world of this powerful platform. This session is all about authenticity—no scripts, no filters, just real talk among fellow WordPress enthusiasts. Whether you’re a seasoned developer, a blogger, or someone just starting out, this is your chance to share experiences, insights, and challenges in a relaxed and open environment.
We’ll explore a variety of topics, including best practices for site development, tips for optimizing performance, and strategies for enhancing user experience. Participants are encouraged to ask questions and share their own stories, creating a collaborative atmosphere where everyone can learn from one another. This session is not just about technical knowledge; it’s also about building community. Connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for WordPress and discover new ways to leverage this versatile platform.
Whether you’re looking for solutions to specific problems or simply want to engage in meaningful discussions about the future of WordPress, this session promises to be enlightening and enjoyable. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect and converse—let’s make WordPress work better for all of us!
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Say Goodbye to Repetitive Work: Simplify and Scale Your Workflow with Custom Post Types
In this hands-on session, we will explore how to use Custom Post Types (CPTs) to streamline repetitive tasks in WordPress and improve your content management workflow. Whether you’re managing portfolios, events, or product listings, CPTs allow you to automate and customize your WordPress site, making it more efficient and scalable.
Participants will learn:
How to create and configure Custom Post Types
Practical examples of solving repetitive content-related tasks
Techniques for extending CPT functionality with custom fields and taxonomies
How to integrate CPTs into theme development for a seamless experience
By the end of this session, you’ll have a clear understanding of how Custom Post Types can save you time, boost productivity, and enhance your WordPress site’s functionality.
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Optimizing High Quality Blog Content for S.E.O
A Writer’s Approach to Keyword Strategy
In this session, we will dive into the essentials of SEO keyword optimization from a blogger/writer’s perspective. Learn how to craft content that not only informs but also ranks well in search engines by effectively integrating keywords without compromising readability. Joan will discuss techniques for keyword research, placement, and density, along with strategies to balance technical accuracy with SEO-friendly language. Whether you’re a writer, developer, or content creator, this session will equip you with the tools to enhance your content’s visibility while maintaining quality and clarity.
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Creating a Basic WordPress Plugin
In this session, I’ll walk participants through creating a basic WordPress plugin to customize price displays in WooCommerce. We’ll cover the fundamentals of plugin development, explore WooCommerce, and implement a plugin to customize things like adding text (e.g., “Special Price”), and applying conditional formatting based on product status. This hands-on talk is designed for developers looking to extend WooCommerce functionality without altering core files. By the end, attendees will be able to create and deploy a basic plugin that enhances price displays for their e-commerce sites.
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Optimizing WordPress Sites in the age of Artificial Intelligence
The talk will revolve around the new age of optimizing WordPress websites. For a long time, keyword optimization has been the pillar of SEO. However, AI has changed that. We are now focusing more on building a brand identity for both search engines and human users.
But how do you do this for WordPress websites? That’s what we shall talk about!
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From Winging It to Winning It: Effective Change Management for Your WordPress Projects.
Change is inevitable, but chaos doesn’t have to be. In this engaging session, we’ll explore the ups and downs of managing change in WordPress projects ”minus the panic attacks.
” From ˜Winging It’ to Winning It”: Effective Change Management for Your WordPress Projects. ” is a lighthearted yet insightful look into the essential strategies that turn unpredictable project changes into manageable, organized successes. Whether you’re dealing with unexpected client demands, plugin updates that break everything, or shifting team dynamics, this talk will equip you with practical tips and real-world examples to transform your approach. Get ready to move from reactive to proactive, because ˜winging it’ is out, and winning it is in!
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Open the throttle – WordPressPerformance 101
Diagnose the performance issues you may encounter on your website and tackle them one by one. Sorry if I will have you break up with some of your habits to build websites.
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Integrating AI into WordPress through REST APIs
In this talk, we’ll start with the basics of WordPress REST APIs and then explore how to integrate popular AI APIs into WordPress. We’ll look at practical examples of how AI can enhance WordPress websites, from automating content creation to improving user experiences. This session is ideal for developers and tech enthusiasts who are excited to see how AI can shape the future of WordPress.
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Using Filters and Hooks in WordPress
Extending and Customizing WordPress Functionality
Kindly download the presentation here: Full Presentation
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The Beauty and the Beast
A very hands-on session to setup an environment for developing beautiful custom (child) themes and plugins. Test your code locally, ship it via GitHub and have it easily updated like any other theme or plugin from the WordPress repository.
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Building a Successful WordPress Plugin: The Story of How I Became a Plugin Developer
In this presentation, I will share the lessons I learned from building a plugin as an absolute beginner, amidst a socio-political crisis. I later abandoned the plugin, first because of the crisis, and second, because I was afraid and thought I would never become a WordPress developer. However, I later conquered my fears, and fast forward to today, this plugin has become one of my most successful plugins with over 2,000 downloads and more than five paying customers. In its first year, it generated over $300 in revenue.