WP Engine mirrored the WordPress.org repository, sparking a conversation about centralization and control. In this episode, Luke and Jonathan discuss the technicalities of mirroring, the potential for fragmentation, and whether Matt Mullenweg's invitation for others to "step up" is sincere.
We discuss the "WP Notify" proposal and the impact of notifications through the lens of WordPress as an Operating System.
Luke and Jonathan talk about Guildenberg, why Luke doesn't love the name, WordCamp Asia, and the downside of hosts buying WordPress plugins. 5 Down:...
"Black Friday" offers a chance to discuss ads in WordPress and what improving the experience might look like.