Jeffrey B. Paul
@jeffpaul.com
VP of Open Source @ Fueled + 10up. #WordPress #prodmgmt #beer #bourbon #triathlons #veterans #agile http://pronoun.is/he @jeffpaul@mastodon.social
I missed @ma.tt's talk at #WCEH but caught up through his recap. It touched on the open web, social identity, and the future of AI.
I’ve shared two questions I hoped to ask him about helping people publish freely across the web and restoring trust in digital content.
jeffpaul.com/2025/11/rebl...
I’ve shared two questions I hoped to ask him about helping people publish freely across the web and restoring trust in digital content.
jeffpaul.com/2025/11/rebl...
In response to Matt Mullenweg’s “WordCamp Canada Talk”
Questions in response to Matt’s townhall at WCEH: What role do you see WordPress, either in core or through plugins, playing to help people reclaim their online identity and make ‘publish onc…
jeffpaul.com
November 11, 2025 at 11:32 PM
I missed @ma.tt's talk at #WCEH but caught up through his recap. It touched on the open web, social identity, and the future of AI.
I’ve shared two questions I hoped to ask him about helping people publish freely across the web and restoring trust in digital content.
jeffpaul.com/2025/11/rebl...
I’ve shared two questions I hoped to ask him about helping people publish freely across the web and restoring trust in digital content.
jeffpaul.com/2025/11/rebl...
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🚀 AI-powered search just landed in ElasticPress Labs.
The latest 2.5 release introduces:
🔍 AI-generated search summaries
💬 Semantic (natural language) search
Bringing smarter, more intuitive search results, available now with an OpenAI key.
fueled.com/blog/elastic...
The latest 2.5 release introduces:
🔍 AI-generated search summaries
💬 Semantic (natural language) search
Bringing smarter, more intuitive search results, available now with an OpenAI key.
fueled.com/blog/elastic...
ElasticPress Updates Bring AI to WordPress Search · Fueled
ElasticPress, our fast and flexible search solution for WordPress, continues to evolve with powerful new features that supercharge search. With the release of ElasticPress 5.3 and its companion plugin...
fueled.com
November 11, 2025 at 6:22 PM
🚀 AI-powered search just landed in ElasticPress Labs.
The latest 2.5 release introduces:
🔍 AI-generated search summaries
💬 Semantic (natural language) search
Bringing smarter, more intuitive search results, available now with an OpenAI key.
fueled.com/blog/elastic...
The latest 2.5 release introduces:
🔍 AI-generated search summaries
💬 Semantic (natural language) search
Bringing smarter, more intuitive search results, available now with an OpenAI key.
fueled.com/blog/elastic...
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The Release Candidate 1 for WordPress 6.9 is here! This milestone invites you to explore enhanced Site Editor features, performance improvements, and updates across the board.
Join the journey and test the RC1 version now: wordpress.org/news/2025/11/wo...
#WordPress
Join the journey and test the RC1 version now: wordpress.org/news/2025/11/wo...
#WordPress
November 11, 2025 at 3:46 PM
The Release Candidate 1 for WordPress 6.9 is here! This milestone invites you to explore enhanced Site Editor features, performance improvements, and updates across the board.
Join the journey and test the RC1 version now: wordpress.org/news/2025/11/wo...
#WordPress
Join the journey and test the RC1 version now: wordpress.org/news/2025/11/wo...
#WordPress
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Service is the truest measure of patriotism. On Veterans Day, we honor all who have taken the oath and worn the uniform - and our nation recommits to keeping its promises to every veteran who served our country.
November 11, 2025 at 2:20 PM
Service is the truest measure of patriotism. On Veterans Day, we honor all who have taken the oath and worn the uniform - and our nation recommits to keeping its promises to every veteran who served our country.
Reposted by Jeffrey B. Paul
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
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
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
Details here: developer.wordpress.org/news/...
#WordPressDevelopment
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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
New WordPress developer live stream: Testing WordPress 6.9. Join me this Tuesday at 12:00 UTC. www.twitch.tv/jonathanboss...
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
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).
Reposted by Jeffrey B. Paul
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
Event details: wordpress.org/state-of-the-word/
#SOTW #WordPress
November 5, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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
Event details: wordpress.org/state-of-the-word/
#SOTW #WordPress
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Random acts of senseless beauty #112
November 4, 2025 at 12:41 PM
Random acts of senseless beauty #112
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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
Explore the latest changes and download the beta: wordpress.org/news/wordpress-...
#WordPress
November 4, 2025 at 4:30 PM
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
Explore the latest changes and download the beta: wordpress.org/news/wordpress-...
#WordPress
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/#...
📅 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
See everyone in two days for the "Smarter WordPress: How AI is Rewriting the Playbook" at @cloudfestusa.bsky.social!
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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.
So tonight we’re bringing this campaign to them — starting with taxi drivers waiting at LaGuardia.
October 31, 2025 at 3:34 AM
i’m continually struck by the joy zohran has brought to this election and the absolute venom with which it’s been met.
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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
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:
Reposted by Jeffrey B. Paul
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.
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
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.
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.
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
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.
i.snoball.it
October 30, 2025 at 3:28 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
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
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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
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.
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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
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
Reposted by Jeffrey B. Paul
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
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!
Reposted by Jeffrey B. Paul
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
Start here: make.wordpress.org/test/2025/...
#WordPress
October 24, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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
Start here: make.wordpress.org/test/2025/...
#WordPress
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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
Details and more to get started are here: make.wordpress.org/core/2025/...
#WordPress
October 21, 2025 at 6:06 PM
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
Details and more to get started are here: make.wordpress.org/core/2025/...
#WordPress
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…
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?
jeffpaul.com
October 17, 2025 at 4:08 AM
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…
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…
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.
We built an AI-powered Visual Regression Testing system for SiteWatch that distinguishes real regressions from normal content updates. 🤖
Smarter QA. 🧠 Fewer false alarms. ✅
fueled.com/blog/vrt-wit...
Smarter QA. 🧠 Fewer false alarms. ✅
fueled.com/blog/vrt-wit...
Modernizing Visual Regression Testing with AI for Smarter Website Maintenance · Fueled
Keeping a website healthy isn’t as simple as pressing “update.” A small plugin tweak or theme change can break a layout, hide a button, or cause other subtle damage to the user experience. For the tea...
fueled.com
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/
chl.ca/ohl-67s/
October 15, 2025 at 9:24 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/
chl.ca/ohl-67s/
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...
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
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!