{"id":7961,"date":"2025-08-21T08:30:00","date_gmt":"2025-08-21T15:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/us.wordcamp.org\/2025\/?p=7961"},"modified":"2025-08-20T21:42:20","modified_gmt":"2025-08-21T04:42:20","slug":"from-debugging-to-block-building-meet-the-sixth-round-of-wordcamp-us-2025-speakers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/us.wordcamp.org\/2025\/from-debugging-to-block-building-meet-the-sixth-round-of-wordcamp-us-2025-speakers\/","title":{"rendered":"From Debugging to Block Building: Meet the Sixth Round of WordCamp US 2025 Speakers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The excitement continues to build as another impressive group of speakers joins the WordCamp US 2025<\/strong> lineup. This sixth round showcases developers and innovators who are redefining what’s possible with WordPress, from AI-powered optimization to cutting-edge block customization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here\u2019s who\u2019s taking the stage:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Jemima Abu \u2014 A PHP Developer\u2019s Guide to ReactJS<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n


Jemima Abu bridges the gap between traditional WordPress development and modern JavaScript frameworks. Her session offers a practical guide for PHP developers looking to dive into ReactJS, with real-world examples and actionable takeaways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Arnas Donauskas \u2014 Fixing and Optimizing Websites with AI<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n


Arnas Donauskas explores how artificial intelligence can streamline site maintenance and performance. Learn how AI tools are transforming debugging, optimization, and user experience, without the guesswork.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Wendy Erdheim-Poch \u2014 Catch Bugs Faster with AI & Playwright (No Hype, Just Results)<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n


Wendy Erdheim-Poch delivers a no-nonsense look at how AI and Playwright can supercharge your testing workflow. Discover how to catch bugs earlier, reduce manual effort, and improve code reliability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Rory Heaney \u2014 Tag Team Your Blocks: Customizing Gutenberg with WP_HTML_Tag_Processor<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n


Rory Heaney dives into the powerful WP_HTML_Tag_Processor and how it can be used to customize Gutenberg blocks with precision. This session is perfect for developers looking to fine-tune their block output and enhance flexibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Sonja Ibele \u2014 From Storefront to Strategy: What Happens When AI Shops for Your Customers?<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n


Sonja Ibele explores the future of eCommerce through the lens of AI-driven shopping behavior. Learn how machine learning is reshaping customer journeys, from product discovery to checkout, and what it means for store owners and strategists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Ryan Welcher \u2014 The Block Developer Cookbook<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n


Ryan Welcher serves up a practical guide for building custom blocks in WordPress. This session is packed with recipes, patterns, and best practices for developers ready to take their block-building skills to the next level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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WordCamp US 2025<\/strong> is where code meets creativity, and community meets innovation. Join us in Portland to learn, connect, and be inspired by the people shaping the future of WordPress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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