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Dan Maby @danmaby.com · 27/06/2026

We hit 47° in our house yesterday. All we needed were thousands of WordPress'ers and a pool!

Dan Maby @danmaby.com · 03/06/2026

I've been so impressed with @zed.dev as my daily driver these days! It's fast, clean, and gets out the way when I need. It's much lighter on my Mac's memory than VSCode. A great open-source solution!

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#WPLDN - delivering WP-focused events in London @wpldn.uk · 14/05/2026

May's #WPLDN registration is now open @cameronjonesweb.bsky.social on automating ACF to block editor migrations, plus Robert Abela, and @tna.sh in conversation on #WordPress security, #AI and the human factor Thursday 28 May, 6 PM. Link in thread.

#WPLDN event poster for May 28, 2026. Featuring Tim Nash, Robert Abela, and Cameron Jones as speakers.

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Dan Maby @danmaby.com · 13/05/2026

Podcasters, what are some of the biggest challenges you face in your #podcast production workflow? I've been working on a #PodOps solution that solves some of @nathanwrigley.com's specific friction points. I'd love to hear others' challenges when producing a podcast.

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Dan Maby @danmaby.com · 17/04/2026

Any chance of that happening?

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Dan Maby @danmaby.com · 16/04/2026

Registration is open for #WPLDN on April 30. Louise Towler on integrating AI into agency workflows at Indigo Tree Then a hosted discussion: levelling up in #WordPress, and what the wider shift asks of us as a community Thursday 30 April, 6pm. Free. Bring an opinion www.meetup.com/london-wordp...

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#WPLDN - April 2026: AI in Agency Workflows & Levelling Up in WordPress, Thu, Apr 30, 2026, 6:00 PM | Meetup

Join us for another evening at #WPLDN. This month, Louise Towler shares what AI actually looks like inside a WordPress agency, day to day. We'll follow that with a hosted,

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Dan Maby @danmaby.com · 15/04/2026

Coffee Receptacle Identifier Expert Supervisor or CRIES being added to my LinkedIn!

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Dan Maby @danmaby.com · 15/04/2026

Ones in a tall glass, the other a short, wide mug. That's about all I know!

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Dan Maby @danmaby.com · 10/04/2026

So for the first time, we're asking the community directly. If #WPLDN has ever been useful to you, whether that's a talk that changed how you approach projects, a connection that led to work, or a Thursday evening where you felt like you belonged, you can now support the event via GitHub Sponsors

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Dan Maby @danmaby.com · 10/04/2026

Sponsors who've supported community events for years are redirecting budgets, and that's not a criticism; it's just where the industry is right now.

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Dan Maby @danmaby.com · 10/04/2026

For me, #WPLDN has always been a thing of passion. A way to give back to the #WordPress community. But we need to find an alternative, sustainable financial model for it.

A mockup of the WPLDN GitHub sponsorship, displaying a $400 monthly target.

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#WPLDN - delivering WP-focused events in London @wpldn.uk · 10/04/2026

#WPLDN has always been built by its community Speakers, volunteers, & everyone who turns up on a Thursday evening. Now, if you'd like to, you can support the event financially too No minimum, no obligation. If you've ever got something out of #WPLDN, then this is a way to help keep it going

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WordCamp Europe @wceurope.bsky.social · 25/05/2025

It looks like someone is scraping the #WCEU attendee page and reaching out via email trying to sell info. Just a reminder, the WCEU team did not and will NEVER share any attendee info with third parties. If you get an email, it’s a scam. Don't engage and stay safe.

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Dan Maby @danmaby.com · 28/04/2025

For just $300, your company can be featured in front of thousands of #WordPress focused attendees. Only TWO days left to register.

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Dan Maby @danmaby.com · 28/04/2025

This is a must for all #WordPress professionals.

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Dan Maby @danmaby.com · 28/04/2025

I'm not clear if this is the best way to approach this. Or should I use `is_block_theme()` in PHP, then access it via something like the following in JS: const isBlockTheme = window.isBlockThemeActive ?? false;

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Dan Maby @danmaby.com · 28/04/2025

`useSetting( 'spacing.margin' )` will return the Core-supported margin config if the theme supports it (via theme.json) If it returns undefined or false, it means margin is not supported So I can then manually render custom settings in BoxControl inside ToolsPanelItem so margin is still editable

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Dan Maby @danmaby.com · 28/04/2025

Can anyone share docs or best practices in relation to building blocks in a plugin that require a "margin" setting, that will work in both classic & block themes? I'm trying to use WordPress UI components for a consistent UX. The next post is my current thinking:

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Dan Maby @danmaby.com · 27/04/2025

Proud of my nephew getting his debut for #CRFC first team yesterday. He's been at the club since he could hold a ball. Rugby has helped instil such positive values in him.

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Dan Maby @danmaby.com · 25/04/2025

Nice little #WCEU addition in the car there!

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Dan Maby @danmaby.com · 25/04/2025

I highly recommend catching up on this #WPLDN session if you're building or maintaining a product. Thanks for the insight @aarondcampbell.com

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Dan Maby @danmaby.com · 23/04/2025

Do you use Page Builders in #WordPress? If so, the Page Builder Summit is for you! It's back for its 8th edition! Join the event between 12 and 16 May 2025. Also, sponsorship opportunities start from just $300 for the week: pagebuildersummit.com/sponsors/

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Become a sponsor of The Page Builder Summit 8.0

The only summit just for Page Builders! Developers, designers, agencies, freelancers, experienced or starting out, they’ll all be here… and you should be too…

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Dan Maby @danmaby.com · 23/04/2025

I'm looking forward to #WPLDN tomorrow. I'm hoping we can dedicate some time to supporting those dealing with recent layoffs. If you're currently hiring, please let me know. We'll get a jobs board going to add contact details.

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Roger Williams @rogerbikes.com · 12/04/2025

Want to get more out of your WordPress page builder? The Page Builder Summit (May 12–16) is free and packed with value. I spoke with @nathanwrigley.com and @danmaby.com about what’s coming this year. Watch the full convo here: youtu.be/nPoUdnFCxkQ?si… Thanks to Kinsta for sponsoring!

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Why Every WordPress Agency Should Attend Page Builder Summit 2025 (It’s Free!)

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Keith Devon @keithdevon.com · 01/04/2025

Our #WPLDN talk, a case study of our recent #WordPress site build, is now online. I can't watch 🫣 but maybe you'll enjoy it. 🙂 www.youtube.com/watch?v=26Qv...

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Building a Block-Based WordPress Site with FSE – Highrise Digital Case Study at #WPLDN

YouTube video by #WPLDN - WordPress-Focused Events In London

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Dan Maby @danmaby.com · 28/03/2025

Where's that last decade gone?

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Dan Maby @danmaby.com · 27/03/2025

I do appreciate a train conductor with a sense of humour "we're now arriving in the quaint little fishing village on the River Themes" #WPLDN

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Dan Maby @danmaby.com · 26/03/2025

I'm looking forward to #WPLDN tomorrow. Edmund and Aaron are both great speakers!

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Dan Maby @danmaby.com · 17/03/2025

Congratulations to the #CFHack team for pulling together such an amazing and talented group of people #Cloudfest

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Dan Maby @danmaby.com · 16/03/2025

Long day travelling but... #Cloudfest 🚀

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#WPLDN - delivering WP-focused events in London @wpldn.uk · 10/03/2025

Join #WPLDN March 27 for automation & product development insights! 🛠 Edmund Turbin will show how to supercharge your WordPress workflow with automation 💡 @aarondcampbell.com will share practical strategies for building & scaling successful products @a2hosting.com 🎟️ www.meetup.com/london-wordp...

#WPLDN speaker poster featuring Edmund Turbin and Aaron D. Campbell, speaking on March 27, 2025.

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Dan Maby @danmaby.com · 28/02/2025

There were lots of great conversations at #WPLDN last night! Thank you to everyone who attended. And a special thanks to @louisetowler.com, @markwilkinson.dev, and @keithdevon.com for speaking, two great sessions.

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#WPLDN - delivering WP-focused events in London @wpldn.uk · 27/02/2025

If you're early for #WPLDN tonight, the team will be at the Flat Iron Square from 15:00

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Dan Maby @danmaby.com · 24/02/2025

I took the plunge and went all electric with the car. I've been running a plug-in petrol hybrid for a while and have seen it work for my lifestyle. Unexpected bonus... 0-60 in 5.4 seconds in a family estate 🚀

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Dan Maby @danmaby.com · 24/02/2025

It'll be great to catch up, Ross! Thanks for joining us at #WPLDN. Feel free to reach out if you're in London early & want to meet. @nathanwrigley.com, @smartyweb.bsky.social, Giles, & I will be near the venue. Tagging @keithdevon.com, @markwilkinson.dev, @louisetowler.com, @tna.sh & @garyjones.io

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Dan Maby @danmaby.com · 21/02/2025

That's fantastic! Looking forward to catching up, Tim

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Dan Maby @danmaby.com · 20/02/2025

I'm looking forward to this month's #WPLDN. It'll also be a personal celebration, too... 45 trips around the sun! ☀️

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Dan Maby @danmaby.com · 30/01/2025

Tonight's #WPLDN might one of the tougher ones for me. I'm hoping we can stimulate thoughtful dialogue, balanced perspectives, and encourage a constructive exploration of the challenges and opportunities in the #WordPress community.

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Dan Maby @danmaby.com · 30/01/2025

It was certainly an unexpected outcome from the #WPLDN Speed Build. I want to like it, but it challenges me in many ways, and I don't need to be challenged by a tool. A tool should improve my workflow.

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Dan Maby @danmaby.com · 14/01/2025

We'll be opening the event registration shortly #WPLDN

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Dan Maby @danmaby.com · 13/01/2025

We'll work with the panel once confirmed to determine if we record the discussion.

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Dan Maby @danmaby.com · 13/01/2025

Would you be willing to participate in a panel discussion at @wpldn.uk on January 30 to discuss the current events in #WordPress? We're adjusting the content of this event to open up opportunities for this discussion. Feel free to DM me.

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Dan Maby @danmaby.com · 10/01/2025

Announcement from @automattic.com - their weekly contributions to #WordPress will reduce to 45 hours per week. "To recalibrate and ensure our efforts are as impactful as possible, Automattic will reduce its sponsored contributions to the WordPress project." automattic.com/2025/01/09/a...

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Aligning Automattic’s Sponsored Contributions to WordPress

Automattic has always been deeply committed to the success of WordPress, dedicating significant resources and talent to its development for almost two decades. However, we’ve observed an imbalance …

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Dan Maby @danmaby.com · 09/01/2025

I used Pagefind on my personal site to test it. I'm impressed! Pagefind is a fully static search library that aims to perform well on large sites, while using as little of your users’ bandwidth as possible, and without hosting any infrastructure. pagefind.app

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Pagefind | Pagefind — Static low-bandwidth search at scale

Pagefind is a fully static search library that aims to perform well on large sites, while using as little of your users’ bandwidth as possible, and without hosting any infrastructure.

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