Future of WordPress w/ Kevin Geary

Say thanks and learn more about our podcast sponsor Omnisend. In this episode of WP Minute+, host Matt Medeiros sits down with Kevin Geary, founder of Geary.co and creator of the Automatic CSS product. Kevin, known for his strong opinions on WordPress and Gutenberg, shares his insights on the current state and future of WordPress, focusing on several key areas that are crucial for developers and agencies.Key Takeaways for WordPress Professionals:The importance of adhering to web design fundamentals, even when using page buildersConcerns about the direction of the Gutenberg editor and its departure from traditional web design practicesThe value of education in elevating web design skills and understandingThe potential risks and benefits of using various page buildersThe importance of data portability and avoiding vendor lock-inThe need for clear communication and vision in WordPress developmentThe role of AI in web design and its current limitationsImportant URLs mentioned:Kevin Geary's website: geary.coKevin's YouTube channel: youtube.com/@gearycoAutomatic CSS: automaticcss.comKevin's Twitter: twitter.com/thekevingearyDigital Gravy (Kevin's agency): digitalgravy.coChapter Titles with Timestamps:[00:00:00] Introduction and Kevin's WordPress Background[00:07:31] Criticisms of Gutenberg and WordPress Leadership[00:14:21] Page Builders vs. Core WordPress Development[00:23:51] The Vision for the Block Editor and Its Challenges[00:35:28] WordPress.org vs. WordPress.com and Serving Different Markets[00:46:14] Scaling Businesses with Page Builders[00:54:00] Technical Challenges with the Block Editor[01:04:26] The Future of WordPress and Competition[01:18:02] Gutenberg's Potential Beyond WordPress[01:21:50] AI's Impact on Web Design and Development ★ Support this podcast ★