Creating experiences that connect people and purpose.

My work is about purposeful software: products that bring ideas to life, connect communities, and drive meaningful impact.

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PHP

WordPress

React

MySQL

Tailwind CSS

JavaScript

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React

MySQL

Tailwind CSS

JavaScript

Collaboration

Teamwork

Communication

Leadership

Problem Solving

Adaptability

Collaboration

Teamwork

Communication

Leadership

Problem Solving

Adaptability

Volleyball

Reading

Music

Coffee

Exercise

Cats

Writing

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What I'm focused on right now

Last updated May 5th, 2026. Learn more about me →

Leading Jetpack at Automattic

Working full-time at Automattic to lead the Jetpack team, empowering millions of WordPress sites. I also maintain other open source projects and stay involved as an investor.

Jetpack
WordPress
Open Source

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Writing & sharing

Posting short notes and longer articles about product life, WordPress, and everything in between.

Product Strategy
WordPress Core
Open Source Leadership

My writing

Community & meetups

WordCamps, podcasts, meetups, and more. Currently I'm rebooting the San Diego WordPress Meetup and connecting with local designers & builders.

Talks
Podcasts
Meetups

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Personal experiments

Prototyping small tools, exploring component animations, and tracking training progress.

AI Tools
React micro-interactions
Design systems
Volleyball training

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Previously, I co-founded GiveWP — the #1 donation plugin for WordPress.

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My latest writing

From release notes to road notes: WordPress, design, and the lived moments that give it meaning.

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Building Is the Easy Part Now
August 12, 2026
AI has made building software cheaper and faster. Twenty years after Getting Real, the harder problem is deciding what deserves to exist and whether its complexity is…
Development
When Taste Becomes Executable
July 28, 2026
AI can turn product judgment into working software faster than ever. The real question is what happens when that taste meets review, context, and the responsibility to…
Development
What I’d Build If I Had to Start Over in WordPress Today
May 6, 2026
About 12 years ago, right after we launched GiveWP, we did what a lot of WordPress builders do when something starts to work. We got distracted. We…
Business, WordPress
From Milestones to Memories, A Look Back at 2025
February 3, 2026
2025 was one of those years that leaves a real mark. I turned 40, married the love of my life, made huge career moves, and kept pushing…
Life & Travel
Two Months In, Why I’m Optimistic About Jetpack’s Future
December 4, 2025
My first two months at Automattic have been a mix of learning, observing, and starting to shape where Jetpack goes next. It has been energizing, challenging, and…
Business
Unlock the Power of WordPress.org Keyword Notifications
October 28, 2025
Custom keyword notifications are one of the most valuable yet underutilized features available on WordPress.org. For plugin and theme authors, these notifications can offer real-time insight. They…
Business, WordPress

Events

Upcoming dates and recent appearances, talks, podcasts, and videos worth checking out featuring yours truly.

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WordCamp US 2026

August 16, 2026

Phoenix Convention Center, Phoenix, Arizona

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I’m heading to Phoenix for WordCamp US 2026 in my role leading Jetpack at Automattic. WordCamps have been a big part of my WordPress journey, and I’m looking forward to spending four days with the people building, using, and shaping WordPress.

I’ll be in listen-and-learn mode, connecting with community members and talking about where Jetpack is today, where it needs to go, and how we can better support the people who rely on WordPress. The week includes Contributor Day, Showcase Day, two conference days, and the community social.

If you’ll be there, come say hello. I’d love to connect.
WordCamp Europe 2026

June 4, 2026

Krakow, Poland

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The main reason I keep coming to Europe is this conference, which has become a highlight event on my annual calendar. It gathers a diverse mix of WordPress professionals from the Americas, APAC, and Europe, creating a unique blend of knowledge and experience. This fosters networking opportunities that can lead to collaborations and friendships that last well beyond the event. The result is a special conference that not only shows how WordPress is built, used, and implemented globally but also inspires me with fresh ideas and approaches to solving problems with WordPress.
PressConf

April 8, 2026

Tempe, Arizona

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One of the largest gatherings of WordPress professionals on the planet. PressConf is a one-of-a-kind conference that gives professionals in the space a chance to come together, collaborate, network, and discuss the future of the platform. I also had a chance to catch up with old friends, meet new ones, and watch my friends Bryce Adams and Matt Cromwell on stage.