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Checkout Summit: A Conference for WooCommerce Devs ft. Rodolfo Melogli

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Show Notes

In this conversation, Brian Coords interviews Rodolfo Melogli about the upcoming Checkout Summit, focusing on the WooCommerce community and the importance of in-person conferences. Rodolfo shares his journey in the WordPress space, the need for networking opportunities, and the unique vibe of the conference set in Sicily. They discuss the diverse audience of WooCommerce, the challenges of content planning, and the exciting lineup of speakers for the event.

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Checkout Summit

Business Bloomer

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to WooCommerce and Rodolfo's Journey 06:16 The Importance of In-Person Conferences 11:28 Diverse Audiences in WooCommerce 16:36 The Checkout Summit: A Unique Experience 22:35 Speakers and Content at the Checkout Summit

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