Track: Student Track
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What Photography Taught Me About Designing Better Digital Experiences
Photography and product design may seem like different disciplines, but both require a deep understanding of people, attention, and storytelling. In this session, I’ll share how principles from photography such as composition, visual hierarchy, framing, and empathy have influenced my approach to designing digital products. Through real examples from both fields, attendees will discover how…
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Writing, Content and Marketing
Content strategy, storytelling, and editorial workflows Search engine optimisation Social media and community engagement Email marketing and audience development Using WordPress to build a personal or professional brand Responsible content creation in the age of AI
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Building AI-Powered Gutenberg Blocks
A live build session (Workshop) What if your WordPress editor could draft custom content, generate structured data, translate posts in real-time, or suggest context-aware layouts-all without leaving the block editor? we’ll dive into the intersection of modern JavaScript development, Large Language Models (LLMs), and WordPress’s Block API. You’ll learn how to build custom Gutenberg blocks…
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WordPress in the AI Era
With AI-powered website builders, no-code platforms, and modern frameworks becoming increasingly accessible, many developers, freelancers, and businesses are asking an important question: Is WordPress still worth using? This topic examines how WordPress has evolved, the challenges it faces, and the reasons it continues to power a significant portion of the web. We’ll compare WordPress with…
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Building a Sustainable Tech Career: Practical Pathways, Personal Branding, and Securing Opportunities in Uganda’s Digital Economy
This session provides a realistic, actionable roadmap for entering and thriving in the technology landscape. Rather than focusing solely on theoretical knowledge or high-cost software, the presentation addresses how individuals—regardless of their starting point—can build tangible digital skills, package their expertise effectively, and create or discover income-generating opportunities.
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The Art of Writing Bug Reports That Developers Love
Every great software fix starts with a great bug report. Whether you are a developer, tester, support volunteer, or everyday WordPress user, knowing how to report bugs effectively can dramatically reduce the time it takes to identify, reproduce, and resolve issues. In this session, we’ll explore what separates a helpful bug report from one that…
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Real Challenges in WordPress Projects (and Solutions)
WordPress powers millions of websites worldwide, but behind every successful project are real challenges that developers, freelancers, and agencies face every day. From slow website performance and security vulnerabilities to plugin conflicts and client communication issues, these obstacles can delay projects and impact results. In this session, I will share practical insights from working on…
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Leveraging WordPress for Environmental Advocacy
WordPress powers millions of websites worldwide. But how can we harness its flexibility, accessibility, and community-driven nature to drive real environmental impact? In this session, we will explore practical ways educators, activists, community organisers, and everyday WordPress users can turn websites, blogs, and digital platforms into powerful tools for environmental advocacy. From building awareness campaigns…
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Beyond the Website: Turning WordPress Skills into Opportunities
Beyond the Website is a practical and inspirational talk about looking beyond simply building websites with WordPress. The central message is simple: A WordPress skill is not just a technical skill for creating websites—it can become a source of income, employment, entrepreneurship, innovation, community impact and digital opportunities. For many young people and digital professionals…