Brian Coords

@briancoords
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82 Posts
I make websites (with WordPress) and write about it. Sometimes that's on my blog, and sometimes on the back inside cover of a worn-down copy of The Hobbit. Very focused on Gutenberg right now.
Websitehttps://www.briancoords.com
Twitterhttps://twitter.com/briancoords
Podcasthttps://viewsource.fm
Brian CoordsApr 1, 2025

🎙️ New podcast episode! This week I talk with Katie Keith from Barn2 all about the WooCommerce community, her experiences with Shopify, and whether WordPress is really built for beginners.

https://webmasters.fm/understanding-the-woocommerce-customers-and-community-ft-katie-keith/

Understanding the WooCommerce Customers and Community ft. Katie Keith - Webmasters.FM

In this conversation, Brian Coords and Katie Keith discuss the WooCommerce community, its users, and the challenges of marketing plugins. They explore the differences between WooCommerce and Shopify, the importance of user experience, and the need for effective marketing strategies. Katie shares insights on how to gather feedback from customers and the significance of collaboration […]

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Brian CoordsMar 10, 2025
John O'NolanMar 10, 2025

It's been a while, but we are HIRING again 🚀

Join us as Staff Product Engineer and get paid to work on open source software shaping the future of independent media!

🌍 Fully remote since 2013
📅 4 day work week
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Ghost

We're hiring! Ghost is a proud non-profit organisation building open source technology for fiercely independent, professional publishers.

Ghost
Brian CoordsMar 3, 2025

This morning I shared my thoughts on whether you can still create quality software with AI "vibe coding".

That and a few other links and notes in the latest edition of my newsletter:

"AI Is a Tool, But You Don't Have To Be"

https://www.briancoords.com/newsletter/ai-is-a-tool-but-you-dont-have-to-be/

AI Is a Tool, But You Don't Have To Be - Brian Coords

Just because something can be made quickly or even mass-produced doesn't mean it shouldn't also be made intentionally and with quality.

Brian Coords
Brian CoordsFeb 25, 2025

What CMS options are there beyond WordPress?

On the latest episode of Webmasters, I talk with @palmiak from Patchstack about the benefits and challenges of alternatives like Statamic and Astro, and what WordPress can learn from them.

We also discuss doing things "the WordPress way" and whether the same approach of the last twenty years is going to get us where we need to go (add obligatory mention of AI here).

https://webmasters.fm/exploring-cms-options-beyond-wordpress-ft-maciek-palmowski/

Exploring CMS Options Beyond WordPress ft. Maciek Palmowski - Webmasters.FM

In this conversation, Brian and Maciek Palmowski discuss the evolution of content management systems, focusing on WordPress and its community. Maciek shares his experiences with other CMSs like Astro and Statamic, highlighting their unique features and user experiences. They explore the impact of no-code solutions, the importance of community dynamics, and the future of WordPress […]

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Brian CoordsFeb 11, 2025

If you're selling WordPress websites, you might need to expand your tools/offerings. Of course SEO, content strategy, etc, but two more tools to learn are automation and AI.

In a new Webmasters episode, I talk to Brendan O’Connell about getting started.

https://webmasters.fm/adding-automation-and-ai-skills-to-your-wordpress-toolkit-ft-brendan-oconnell/

Adding Automation and AI Skills to Your WordPress Toolkit ft. Brendan O'Connell - Webmasters.FM

In this conversation, Brian and Brendan O’Connell explore the evolving landscape of WordPress, automation, and AI. They discuss Brendan’s journey into WordPress, the excitement of building and tinkering online, and the integration of AI with automation tools. The conversation delves into practical applications of these technologies, the future of WordPress in an AI-driven world, and […]

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Brian CoordsFeb 4, 2025
New episode: Building Etch: Why Does WordPress Need Another Page Builder? ft. Kevin Geary https://webmasters.fm/building-etch-why-does-wordpress-need-another-page-builder-ft-kevin-geary/
Building Etch: Why Does WordPress Need Another Page Builder? ft. Kevin Geary - Webmasters.FM

In this chat with Kevin Geary, he tackles the elephant in the room: does WordPress really need another page builder? Drawing from his experience in the WordPress community, Kevin makes a compelling case for rethinking how we build websites, exploring everything from AI’s potential role to the impact of different CSS frameworks. Along the way, […]

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Brian CoordsFeb 2, 2025
Mark Root-WileyJan 30, 2025
A lil' blog post about using the question "What has changed?" when supporting my clients. https://mrwweb.com/what-has-changed/
"What has changed?" | Blog | MRW Web Design

"What has changed" is a bit of a magic question in my consulting. Maybe it'll help you too.

MRW Web Design
Brian CoordsJan 29, 2025

I'll be at PressConf this year. Anyone else coming?

https://pressconf.events/news/brian-coords-to-speak-at-pressconf/

Brian Coords to Speak at PressConf - PressConf 2025

We bring together leaders driving the WordPress Economy to dream big and build deeper connections

PressConf 2025
Brian CoordsJan 28, 2025
New post: New Accessibility Regulations Coming for WordPress & AI ft. Gen Herres https://webmasters.fm/new-accessibility-regulations-coming-for-wordpress-ai-ft-gen-herres/
New Accessibility Regulations Coming for WordPress & AI ft. Gen Herres - Webmasters.FM

In this conversation, Gen Herres, an accessibility expert, discusses the importance of web accessibility for developers, particularly in the context of WordPress. She emphasizes the need for developers to integrate accessibility into their processes from the beginning, rather than treating it as an afterthought. The discussion also covers the impact of upcoming legislation on accessibility […]

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Brian CoordsJan 21, 2025
New post: How GenerateBlocks Adds Modern Design Tools to Gutenberg https://webmasters.fm/how-generateblocks-adds-modern-design-tools-to-gutenberg/
How GenerateBlocks Adds Modern Design Tools to Gutenberg - Webmasters.FM

In this conversation, Ian Svoboda, a developer at GeneratePress, discusses his background in WordPress development and the collaborative approach at GeneratePress. He explains the functionality of GeneratePress and GenerateBlocks, emphasizing their focus on user experience for both low-code and power users. Ian shares insights into the challenges of implementing new features, the extensibility of the […]

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