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.

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Show Notes can be found: https://wpwatercooler.com/devbranch/ep34-zip-it-how-devs-gatekeep-the-internet/

Panel: Jason Tucker, Jason Cosper, Sé Reed

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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

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