An Evening of Lightning Talks

About this event

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/](https://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/](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/](https://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/](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'…