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Jeffrey B. Paul
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VP of Open Source @ Fueled + 10up. #WordPress #prodmgmt #beer #bourbon #triathlons #veterans #agile http://pronoun.is/he @[email protected]
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The upcoming release of WordPress 6.9 promises new blocks, enhanced collaboration features, and improved plugin security checks. Mark your calendars for the release on December 2nd, which coincides with State of the Word!

Details here: developer.wordpress.org/news/...

#WordPressDevelopment
What’s new for developers? (November 2025)
Learn more about WordPress 6.9, updates from Gutenberg 21.9 and 22.0, and the Playground and AI teams.
developer.wordpress.org
November 10, 2025 at 8:01 PM
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New WordPress developer live stream: Testing WordPress 6.9. Join me this Tuesday at 12:00 UTC. www.twitch.tv/jonathanboss...
November 10, 2025 at 3:03 PM
An absolutely over-packed house for a wide ranging conversation on AI threaded with insights on the 30 year history of the NYC tech scene. All the conversations afterward were also invigorating, as is the fun and quirky artwork in the former-Tumblr space (and one of the NYU students’ hoodie).
November 6, 2025 at 3:18 AM
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What is State of the Word like if you have never been? It is bright lights, smart questions, and big ideas. It is demos, community, and the moment when everything clicks. This year, State of the Word goes live on December 2.

Event details: wordpress.org/state-of-the-word/

#SOTW #WordPress
November 5, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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Random acts of senseless beauty #112
November 4, 2025 at 12:41 PM
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WordPress 6.9 Beta 3 is here! Dive into new features and enhancements in this beta version. Your feedback is essential for a robust final release. Test it now on your local setup!

Explore the latest changes and download the beta: wordpress.org/news/wordpress-...

#WordPress
November 4, 2025 at 4:30 PM
See everyone in two days for the "Smarter WordPress: How AI is Rewriting the Playbook" at @cloudfestusa.bsky.social!
@jeffpaul.com will moderate “Smarter WordPress: How AI is Rewriting the Playbook,” exploring how AI is shaping the future of WordPress through smarter content creation, performance optimization, and user personalization.

📅 Nov. 5, 11:25 AM
🔗 www.cloudfest.com/usa/agenda/#...
Agenda
CloudFest USA 2025 Agenda - Unleash your cloud potential!
www.cloudfest.com
November 4, 2025 at 12:01 AM
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i’m continually struck by the joy zohran has brought to this election and the absolute venom with which it’s been met.
For New Yorkers who work the night shift, it can be nearly impossible to participate in political life of our city.

So tonight we’re bringing this campaign to them — starting with taxi drivers waiting at LaGuardia.
October 31, 2025 at 3:34 AM
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October 31, 2025 at 6:50 PM
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We’re heading to Miami for CloudFest USA, taking place November 5-6. If you’re attending, be sure to check out two sessions led by leaders from our team:
October 31, 2025 at 5:16 PM
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California – this Election Day, vote yes on Prop 50.

California’s Prop 50 says that if Republicans are going to abuse the system to try and hang onto power, we’re going to counteract that abuse and create a level playing field in the midterm elections.

Make a plan to vote yes on Prop 50.
October 30, 2025 at 6:49 PM
We're now under a week until @cloudfestusa.bsky.social!

I’m taking the stage to explore the future of cloud, emerging tech trends, and what it really takes to lead in this evolving space.

Last chance to register: i.snoball.it/p/2bevuJGV/l/4

#CloudFestUSA
Register for CloudFest USA | November 5-6
CloudFest USA in Miami is the premier event for cloud, hosting, and internet infrastructure leaders—two days of innovation, networking, and big ideas.
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October 30, 2025 at 3:28 PM
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Pennsylvania has an important Supreme Court race coming up on Tuesday, November 4. If you live in the Keystone State, or know someone who does, vote YES to retain three justices who will protect your fundamental rights and freedoms.
October 29, 2025 at 8:38 PM
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WordPress 6.9 Beta 2 is now available for testing! This version brings 33 updates and fixes to the Editor, enhancing stability and performance. Don't forget to test it on a non-production site and help make it even better! Explore the new features and contribute to testing: wp.me/pZhYe-50x
October 28, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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On November 5th at our Noho office the legendary John Borthwick (investor in Twitter, Tumblr, Buzzfeed, Digg, Venmo…) and I will have a conversation on the future of the Open Web and human-centered AI. Please join us!
On November 5th at our Noho office the legendary John Borthwick (investor in Twitter, Tumblr, Buzzfeed, Digg, Venmo…) and I will have a conversation on the future of the Open Web and human-centered AI. Please join us!
ma.tt
October 28, 2025 at 3:00 AM
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WordPress 6.9 ships on December 2, 2025. You can help make the release smoother for millions of sites by testing the recently released Beta. Try Playground, a local site, or a staging site, then share what you find. Every report counts.

Start here: make.wordpress.org/test/2025/...

#WordPress
October 24, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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WordPress 6.9 Beta 1 is here. Help test the next release today and shape what ships on December 2, 2025. Try it in a safe test environment and share your feedback.

Details and more to get started are here: make.wordpress.org/core/2025/...

#WordPress
October 21, 2025 at 6:06 PM
WordCamp Canada 2025 conference talk

Leadership in open source isn’t just about code. At WordCamp Canada 2025, I shared how project and product managers can help lead WordPress releases through coordination, communication, and glue work that keeps contributors aligned and shipping on time. Here’s…
WordCamp Canada 2025 conference talk
Leadership in open source isn’t just about code. At WordCamp Canada 2025, I shared how project and product managers can help lead WordPress releases through coordination, communication, and glue work that keeps contributors aligned and shipping on time. Here’s a look back at the talk, key lessons from the room, and why Ottawa’s vibrant WordPress community made it one to remember, eh?
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October 17, 2025 at 4:08 AM
Looking for legitimate, efficient uses for AI? Then check out our recent AI-powered #VRT feature, another great example of #Fueled crafting practical solutions with #AI.
October 16, 2025 at 9:02 PM
TIL Ottawa has an ice hockey team named the 67s and the moment my kids find out the merch shop will get absolutely raided! #67 #sixseven #6seven #six7

chl.ca/ohl-67s/
October 15, 2025 at 9:24 PM
A great conversation that ebbed and flowed from developer to site owner needs, all related to how the #WordPress project is trying to support both via AI and the building block components (Abilities API, MCP adapter, AI client SDK, AI Experiments). If you’re at #WCEH let’s chat!
🤖 Contributing to the WordPress AI Experiments Plugin
A hands-on workshop introducing the new AI Experiments plugin. @jeffpaul.com will walk attendees through setup and show how to contribute—code, design, docs, or testing.

📅 Oct 15, 10:45am

canada.wordcamp.org/2025/session...
Contributing to the WordPress AI Experiments Plugin
Curious about AI in WordPress and looking for a way to make your first contribution?  This workshop introduces the new AI Experiments plugin: a playground for testing and shaping how AI might fit i…
canada.wordcamp.org
October 15, 2025 at 4:47 PM
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Fueled is heading to Ottawa 🇨🇦for #WordCampCanada 2025 (Oct 15–17)!

Our VP of Open Source Initiatives, @jeffpaul.com, will be presenting two sessions, both focused on empowering contributors and scaling open source impact:
October 14, 2025 at 4:24 PM
Travel starts to @wordcampcanada.bsky.social, can’t wait to get to Ottawa and catch up with all the lovely folks headed to #WCEH!

#WordCamp #WordPress #OttawaInOctober #Wapuu
October 14, 2025 at 2:05 PM
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Fantastic idea! We love seeing people take advantage of other activities throughout our wonderful city!

Be sure you all wear something #WordPress or #WCEH... Hmmm, wait. We have just the thing for that, just wait and see 😉
October 11, 2025 at 9:10 PM
If you're at @wordcampcanada.bsky.social (or otherwise in the Ottawa area next week), then join me and @jonathandesrosiers.com at the @senators.bsky.social ice hockey game on Thursday night!

#WordPress #WordCamp #WCEH #Hockey #Sportsball #SorryFelixItsNotSoccer
October 11, 2025 at 7:37 PM