The Human Made blog
The latest thinking on enterprise WordPress, open source technology, and life at Human Made.
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Open API options for headless WordPress
Considering headless architecture for your WordPress site? First, you’ll need to know your options for headless WordPress Open APIs. What is an Open API? Open APIs are publicly available application programming interfaces (APIs) that give developers access to proprietary software information that they can make use of in their own software and applications. REST is the ideal architecture for…
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WordCamp 2023: Athens, alliances & after-parties
WordCamps are the events of the WordPress calendar: they’re our community’s chance to come together, share knowledge, pose tough questions, and hopefully tighten some erstwhile virtual bonds. After all, people are what power the WordPress wheelhouse! After missing last year’s WordCamp Europe, I was particularly keen to have as many Humans in attendance as we…
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Reflecting on AI for WordPress
It’s the hot topic on everyone’s mind, on every news channel, and across every social media platform – if you aren’t already experimenting with AI, chances are you’ll know someone who is. Public and professional interest in AI is growing by the day; for every AI question answered, three more pop up. In an industry…
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Open source & AI: a perfect pairing
One of the things I love most about working with WordPress is being part of the open source community. At Human Made, the transparency, collaboration and commitment found in OS is in our DNA – for me, it’s an inspiration as well as a network. As the old aphorism goes, a rising tide lifts all…
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WordPress AI: Generative content & blocks pt. 2
I’ve already talked about how we’re exploring generative content in WordPress. Like all things in the AI field, things have already progressed! I thought I’d share some incremental progress and improvements to the WordPress Block Editor assistant to provide some details on the challenges and improvements. It’s striking to me that small incremental improvements make…
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Digital publishers: how to stay ahead of the content game
We’ve been watching the digital publishing landscape evolve rapidly in the last few months, and publishers and content creators are having to adapt quickly to stay competitive and relevant. Our recent report, Read all about it: How digital publishers must adapt in the era of constant change, outlines strategies and approaches for digital publishers to…
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WordPress AI: Generative content & blocks pt. 1
If you’ve been following the recent rise of AI technologies, specifically ChatGPT (and who hasn’t!) you’ve likely wondered how it will be integrated into tools and products you already use. I certainly did, which is why I’ve been working with the rest of Human Made on ways we can bring AI to WordPress. Taking a…
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Should publishers be using generative AI?
In a short space of time, generative AI – defined as artificially intelligent technology able to produce rather than analyse or regurgitate existing content – has gone from being roundly dismissed to a force to be reckoned with. The content generative AI can produce spans imagery, video and text, and has been increasingly visible on…
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Developers: here’s how to build your writing skills
It’s a common trope that writing is an under-loved aspect of a developer’s role, but it doesn’t have to be this way! With a little skill building and some top resources at your fingertips, you’ll be penning prose like a pro in no time. The topic of writing has come up frequently during one-to-ones within…
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Headless hype – is it the right CMS type for publishers?
As digital publishing organisations evolve, their online presence and the way they deliver content also evolves. In recent years, ‘headless’ has become a popular buzzword in the digital world. However, deciding whether to build a headless CMS or stick with a traditional CMS isn’t so straightforward. The additional costs and resources required to develop a…
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What goes into organising a WordCamp?
The inaugural WordCamp Asia was held in Bangkok, Thailand, from February 17-19th. WordCamps are WordPress conferences that are designed to be as inclusive and accessible to as many people within the WordPress community as possible, and have been a mainstay of the community since the very first WordCamp held in San Francisco back in 2006.…
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Publishers: how to stay afloat during digital turbulence
With squeezed budgets, shrinking workforces and fierce competition from social media content creators, publishers are having to run faster to stand still. How can they contend with these pressures while still meeting the demands of their readership? The publishing industry has been getting smaller since the late 2000s, with fewer people being asked to do…
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How to write a great RFP
A Request for Proposal (RFP) can be a key element of the process for finding a new WordPress agency, especially if the project is large or complex. But not all RFPs are equal. The better your RFP, the happier you’ll be. A good RFP can save you time, making it easier for you to shortlist…
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The newbie’s guide to WordCamp Asia
WordCamps are a mainstay of the WordPress community, offering a chance for the world’s WordPress community to come together in person. They’ve been running since 2006, but this event – hosted in the busy city of Bangkok, Thailand, from 17th – 19th February 2023 – was the very first flagship event in the APAC region.…
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How publishers can keep pace with content demands
Today’s audiences expect lightning-speed content delivery on their platform of choice, while advertisers are seeking to maximise their investments despite changes to third-party cookies. How can publishers meet these twin demands while budgets diminish? Read on to find out. The previous decade’s leap from print to digital wasn’t without its casualties, and we expect a…
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Should big companies use the WordPress plugin repository?
As a large enterprise company, you’ll probably have a lot of custom requirements for your website, and the WordPress plugin repository can be a great resource to find tools that can help you achieve your goals. However, it is important to understand the benefits and limitations of using the plugin repository, and when you should…
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How enterprise organisations use WordPress
WordPress is the preferred CMS of countless enterprise organisations thanks to its scalability, customisability, and for benefitting from the advantages of open source technology. There is no shortage of use cases for WordPress at enterprise scale; the WordPress content management system forms the robust foundations of multi-billion dollar corporations’ websites across myriad industries and sectors,…
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Why WordPress is the best CMS for enterprise
Confronted with post-pandemic droves of click-happy visitors, enterprise organisations are facing an increasing demand for high-quality, scalable websites. Should a company choose to build with a content management system (CMS), making the right choice will be critical for meeting these demands and delivering the best possible experience to their customers. I’ll cut to the chase:…
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5 more WordPress myths busted
Our WordPress explorers found some real whoppers the last time they explored the world of WordPress myths, and yet they remained curious. But as they journeyed deeper into the underground of the web, nobody could have prepared them for what they found… 😱 Join our WordPress Mythbusters once again as we turn things upside-down and…
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Opportunities to improve performance in Lighthouse 10
Version 10 of Lighthouse is here! Lighthouse is the automated, open-source tool used to improve webpage quality. Check out what’s in store with v10. Lighthouse 10 was recently released, and is already running on Pagespeed Insights. The most notable changes are that Cumulative Layout Shift (CLS) now accounts for a bigger factor (25% up from…
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How to build the perfect WordPress plugin stack
Unlock the full potential of your enterprise WordPress site with the perfect plugin stack Learn how to get the most out of the vast WordPress plugin ecosystem. Discover the tricks for putting together the best site you’ve ever built , the pitfalls to avoid, and things to keep in mind when curating your stack. Are…
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