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EP34 – Zip It: How Devs Gatekeep the Internet
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On this episode of Dev Branch, titled "Zip It: How Devs Gatekeep the Internet," Jason Tucker, Jason Cosper, and Sé Reed delve into the complex issues surrounding development practices, including the unintended consequences of updates and the broader implications of developer decisions on the WordPress community. They discuss a recent bug in WordPress 6.4.3 related to how macOS and some Linux distributions' zip files are handled, highlighting the challenges of maintaining compatibility and the debates within the developer community about standards, practices, and the ethos of the WordPress project. The episode also touches on the broader tech industry's layoffs and the societal impacts of technological advancements, advocating for a more inclusive and supportive approach towards both development and community engagement.
LinksShow Notes can be found: https://wpwatercooler.com/devbranch/ep34-zip-it-how-devs-gatekeep-the-internet/
Panel: Jason Tucker, Jason Cosper, Sé Reed
Related Episodes:
Chapters:
- 00:00 Introduction
- 00:38 Celebrating Jason Cosper's Birthday
- 02:16 Supporting Bakersfield Burrito Project
- 03:58 The Tech Industry's Layoffs and Impact
- 06:12 Gatekeeping in Development Decisions
- 08:22 macOS Zip File Bug in WordPress 6.4.3
- 10:51 Developer Debates on Fixing Bugs vs. Standards
- 14:32 The Importance of Supporting Community and Inclusivity
- 22:05 How Gatekeeping Affects WordPress Users
- 29:19 The Role of Hosting Companies in Supporting WordPress Users
- 36:03 Workaround Plugins and Technical Debt
- 39:05 Appreciating Responsive and Respectful Developers
- 43:11 Closing Thoughts
What is WPwatercooler? WPwatercooler is streamed live and recorded as the self-titled show on the WPwatercooler Network. Our objective with the show since the beginning has been to help people in this industry have a place to hear people, much like themselves, talk about the technologies and methods we all use on a daily basis. We named WPwatercooler to be that, the watercooler that WordPress folks can gather around and participate in the conversation, or just sit back and learn from the discussion. Our listeners and contributors come from all walks of life and all backgrounds. We strive to make this place as welcoming and accessible as we can. Learn more at https://www.wpwatercooler.com/wpwatercooler
What is Dev Branch? Dev Branch is streamed live and recorded monthly on the first friday of the month as the developer-focused discussions of the WPwatercooler Network. Dev Branch is released on its own podcast feed and made available live and on-demand in video format on Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Twitch. Learn more at https://www.wpwatercooler.com/devbranch
Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5756954563575808
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EP34 – Zip It: How Devs Gatekeep the Internet
WPwatercooler: Dev Branch - Monthly WordPress Web Development Talk Show
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On this episode of Dev Branch, titled "Zip It: How Devs Gatekeep the Internet," Jason Tucker, Jason Cosper, and Sé Reed delve into the complex issues surrounding development practices, including the unintended consequences of updates and the broader implications of developer decisions on the WordPress community. They discuss a recent bug in WordPress 6.4.3 related to how macOS and some Linux distributions' zip files are handled, highlighting the challenges of maintaining compatibility and the debates within the developer community about standards, practices, and the ethos of the WordPress project. The episode also touches on the broader tech industry's layoffs and the societal impacts of technological advancements, advocating for a more inclusive and supportive approach towards both development and community engagement.
LinksShow Notes can be found: https://wpwatercooler.com/devbranch/ep34-zip-it-how-devs-gatekeep-the-internet/
Panel: Jason Tucker, Jason Cosper, Sé Reed
Related Episodes:
Chapters:
- 00:00 Introduction
- 00:38 Celebrating Jason Cosper's Birthday
- 02:16 Supporting Bakersfield Burrito Project
- 03:58 The Tech Industry's Layoffs and Impact
- 06:12 Gatekeeping in Development Decisions
- 08:22 macOS Zip File Bug in WordPress 6.4.3
- 10:51 Developer Debates on Fixing Bugs vs. Standards
- 14:32 The Importance of Supporting Community and Inclusivity
- 22:05 How Gatekeeping Affects WordPress Users
- 29:19 The Role of Hosting Companies in Supporting WordPress Users
- 36:03 Workaround Plugins and Technical Debt
- 39:05 Appreciating Responsive and Respectful Developers
- 43:11 Closing Thoughts
What is WPwatercooler? WPwatercooler is streamed live and recorded as the self-titled show on the WPwatercooler Network. Our objective with the show since the beginning has been to help people in this industry have a place to hear people, much like themselves, talk about the technologies and methods we all use on a daily basis. We named WPwatercooler to be that, the watercooler that WordPress folks can gather around and participate in the conversation, or just sit back and learn from the discussion. Our listeners and contributors come from all walks of life and all backgrounds. We strive to make this place as welcoming and accessible as we can. Learn more at https://www.wpwatercooler.com/wpwatercooler
What is Dev Branch? Dev Branch is streamed live and recorded monthly on the first friday of the month as the developer-focused discussions of the WPwatercooler Network. Dev Branch is released on its own podcast feed and made available live and on-demand in video format on Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Twitch. Learn more at https://www.wpwatercooler.com/devbranch
Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5756954563575808
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