Track: Student Track

  • Writing, Content and Marketing

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    shimajoshua

    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

  • Building AI-Powered Gutenberg Blocks

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    ishabarundo

    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…

  • WordPress in the AI Era: Is It Still Worth It?

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    mrjovia

    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…

  • Building a Sustainable Tech Career: Practical Pathways, Personal Branding, and Securing Opportunities in Uganda’s Digital Economy

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    tosmic

    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.

  • The Art of Writing Bug Reports That Developers Love

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    Patrick Lumumba

    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…

  • Real Challenges in WordPress Projects (and Solutions)

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    Rashid Migadde

    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…

  • Leveraging WordPress for Environmental Advocacy

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    Kipyeko Kenneth

    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…

  • Beyond the Website: Turning WordPress Skills into Opportunities

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    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…

  • Designing for Every Reader: A Light to Web Accessibility in WordPress

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    Okwanga Oscar

    Web accessibility is often misunderstood as a complex legal requirement or a niche feature for screen-reader users alone. In reality, accessible web design is fundamental user experience—especially in East Africa, where readers navigate sites on diverse devices, varying screen sizes, and changing connectivity conditions. This session demystifies web accessibility (WCAG) using native, zero-cost tools built…

  • Beyond the Website: Turning WordPress into Your Business Operating System

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    Norman Mithika

    Running a freelance practice or web agency in Africa often means spinning dozens of plates at once. Client communications live in WhatsApp, project tracking happens on memory or scribbled notes, quotes are typed out manually in Word, and lead follow-ups get lost in cluttered email inboxes. While most people view WordPress strictly as a website…