Brian Coords

@briancoords
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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
Show threadBrian CoordsAug 21, 2025
@mrwweb Yeah the gist worked for me. It just waits until all patterns are registered and then unregisters all the Woo ones, but I'm sure it's a tiny bit less performant since you're looping through all patterns. It's a proof of content, so feel free to suggest any improvements to it!
Show threadBrian CoordsAug 20, 2025
@mrwweb There’s no filer for it, though I’ve seen it discussed. You could probably unregister them, though be careful it doesn’t affect any templates.
https://gist.github.com/bacoords/0721572f1e7345cf338028f49f6b6fa1
Remove all WooCommerce core patterns

Remove all WooCommerce core patterns. GitHub Gist: instantly share code, notes, and snippets.

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Show threadBrian CoordsJun 23, 2025
@mrwweb Nice! I tried to tag you on Bluesky as well but couldn't find you there (as if we all need another social network to monitor).
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
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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.

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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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Show threadBrian CoordsFeb 19, 2025
@mrwweb oh this will be handy! I have one site where content is always pasted in weird with nbsp’s everywhere.
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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