EP34 – Zip It: How Devs Gatekeep the Internet

On this episode of Dev Branch, titled "Zip It: How Devs Gatekeep the Internet," Jason Tucker, Jason Cosper, and Sé Reed delve into the complex issues surrounding development practices, including the unintended consequences of updates and the broader implications of developer decisions on the WordPress community. They discuss a recent bug in WordPress 6.4.3 related to how macOS and some Linux distributions' zip files are handled, highlighting the challenges of maintaining compatibility and the debates within the developer community about standards, practices, and the ethos of the WordPress project. The episode also touches on the broader tech industry's layoffs and the societal impacts of technological advancements, advocating for a more inclusive and supportive approach towards both development and community engagement.

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Show Notes can be found: https://wpwatercooler.com/devbranch/ep34-zip-it-how-devs-gatekeep-the-internet/

Panel: Jason Tucker, Jason Cosper, Sé Reed

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Chapters:

• 00:00 Introduction
• 00:38 Celebrating Jason Cosper's Birthday
• 02:16 Supporting Bakersfield Burrito Project
• 03:58 The Tech Industry's Layoffs and Impact
• 06:12 Gatekeeping in Development Decisions
• 08:22 macOS Zip File Bug in WordPress 6.4.3
• 10:51 Developer Debates on Fixing Bugs vs. Standards
• 14:32 The Importance of Supporting Community and Inclusivity
• 22:05 How Gatekeeping Affects WordPress Users
• 29:19 The Role of Hosting Companies in Supporting WordPress Users
• 36:03 Workaround Plugins and Technical Debt
• 39:05 Appreciating Responsive and Respectful Developers
• 43:11 Closing Thoughts

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