Normally, our head web developer would head down to Minneapolis for WordCamp, a conference dedicated to the open source software WordPress. This year it went virtual. How did this work?
They used a combination of YouTube, Zoom, Slack, Google Docs, and more to connect people from everywhere.
First, presenters, MCs, and behind-the-scenes volunteers used Zoom to conduct presentations. Then, these videos were sent to YouTube for viewers and live chat. Vendor booths and presentations were in a separate “Hallway” track that was accessible in a separate Zoom room for each vendor to interact with their representatives. There was also a separate “KidsCamp” track. These special kid-friendly (ages 7-14) lessons introduced kids to WordPress and helped them learn or improve their skills.
There were two separate tracks of presentations, which should still be available for viewing on YouTube:
Now that we’ve established how they conducted the WordCamp 2020 virtually, you can dive into what we actually learned. We’ve written down takeaways about each presentation. You can choose your own adventure below. Enjoy!
- UX Design & Strategic Chaos
- Color Palette Implementation for WordPress Themes
- Auditing Your Website
- Hackers & the Importance of Keeping up with Pending Updates
- The Future Of WordPress as a Headless CMS
- How We Can Make WordPress Better for the JAMstack
All in all, it was another great WordCamp Conference. Definitely a bit different due to COVID, but it was a good test of virtual abilities and large scale events. Whether you’re in person or across screens, bringing minds together always sparks productive conversations. Hope it’s an in-person event next year, though!
Interested in learning more about web design and development?
Keep reading:
- Growth-driven Design 101
- What Is the Difference Between Web Design and Development?
- The Roles of Personas in Web Development
If you have any further questions about WordCamp, live streaming, or website development, get in touch.
