AI is rapidly changing the WordPress industry, automating repetitive tasks and reshaping what companies expect from developers.
In this session, the presenter explores the skills that continue to create long-term value in modern WordPress careers — from performance, accessibility, and problem-solving to communication, systems thinking, and business awareness.
Drawing from experience leading teams and working on enterprise WordPress projects, this talk examines how developers can adapt to AI-assisted workflows, stand out in a globally competitive market, and evolve beyond task-based development work.
Attendees will leave with a practical understanding of how WordPress careers are changing and which skills are becoming increasingly important in 2026 and beyond.
