An Evening of Lightning Talks
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Join the Philadelphia WordPress community at Indy Hall for an evening of lightning talks, networking, and learning.
All are welcome! Whether you're new to WordPress or have been building websites for years, this meetup is a great opportunity to discover new ideas, meet local WordPress enthusiasts, and connect with others in the community.
SPEAKER LINEUP:
1. Bijon L Banerjee
Bijon Banerjee is a WordPress developer specializing in creating custom code themes. He started as a developer in 2020 after a career in digital marketing/SEO, transitioning to full freelance in 2023 with his business Precious Works. precious.works/
Bookshelf Builder - Using React to Create a WordPress Hybrid Theme
Bookshelf Builder is a robust registry website. In this talk, Bijon will walk through how he went about rendering the manage page and adding a feature with a combination of React and PHP/Wordpress principles.
https://bookshelfbuilder.com/
2. Rachel Wener
Rachel Wener is a Senior Web Developer at WSFS Bank, responsible for the development and technical direction of the bank’s web presence. Her work spans WordPress, custom web solutions, and front-end frameworks, with a strong focus on UI/UX and creating modern, intuitive digital experiences.
www.wenerweb.com/
Where Wordpress is Heading in 2026
WordPress is evolving quickly. This presentation explores the trends, technologies, and changing expectations shaping WordPress in 2026, from AI and modern development practices to performance, security, and the future of the content experience.
3. Albert Robles
Temple Law graduate and practicing bilingual attorney in the Greater Philadelphia area.
https://robleslaw.net/
Micro-microsite
Why downscaling my website was the right idea at the right time. This talk touches on how solopreneurs can learn easy tools to get the job done.
4. Rachel 'Win' Winchester
Product Designer, Internet Artist, and speaker; Volunteer WordPress community organizer for 6 years.
https://visualwebmaster.com
Internet Art in Higher Education: Using WordPress to Understand Value
Learn about Internet Art by jumping into my latest artwork made with WordPress. While many have built successful careers on WordPress, there's no formal degree for this expertise.This piece challenges conventional views on the value of college degrees and the knowledge they signify, prompting you to rethink the value of education today.
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A lightning talk is a short, 10 to 20-minute presentation covering WordPress topics, such as web design, development, business, accessibility, plugins, and more.
Interested in giving a short presentation? Reach out to the organizer through Meetup or email [email@visualwebmaster.com](mailto:email@visualwebmaster.com) with your topic idea.
Volunteer speakers will be selected with the following preferences:
- Philly locals (in-person)
- Extended community (in-person)
- Live online presentations
This is an inclusive event! Apply to speak even if you're unsure. I can work with you to create you presentation and make sure it is appropriate. Speakers will be selected on a first come-first serve basis. I will update this event page as speakers are confirmed.
[Please review the WordPress meetup handbook, especially the "five good faith rules," when crafting your talk: make.wordpress.org/community/meetups](https://make.wordpress.org/community/meetups/)
Bring your questions, your curiosity, and your love of the open web. We look forward to seeing you at Indy Hall!
