#1004 - WP-Tonic Show: Do WordPress Plugins Have a Future in a World of AI?

#1004 - WP-Tonic Show: Do WordPress Plugins Have a Future in a World of AI?

Author: Jonathan Denwood & Kurt von Ahnen April 7, 2026 Duration: 55:05
Wondering if WordPress plugins will survive the AI revolution? Discover what the future holds for plugins in an AI-powered WordPress ecosystem. In this insightful video, we explore the future of WordPress plugins in an increasingly AI-driven landscape. As artificial intelligence transforms web development, will traditional plugins still hold their ground? Join us as we analyze emerging trends, potential adaptations, and the innovations that may redefine how plugins function within the WordPress ecosystem. With Special Guest Ryan Logan From InfluenceWP https://influencewp.com ---------------------- Sponsors of The Show ------------------------------- Kintsa WP-Rollover LifterLMS You can get special deals from the sponsors of the show here: https://www.wp-tonic.com/deals/ ---------------------- Sponsors of The Show ------------------------------- Jonathan Denwood & Kurt von Ahnen Jonathan Denwood https://www.wp-tonic.com https://manananomas.com----------------------------- ------------------------------- ▬▬ LEARN FROM US ▬▬ ► Our course is" Are You Looking To Build Your Membership Website Quickly And EASILY On WordPress?" https://www.wp-tonic.com/course/ ▬▬ LET'S CONNECT ▬▬ ► Facebook Free Group "The Membership Machine Show" Group Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/membershipmachine ► Podcast "The Membership Machine Show" https://f0k0.short.gy/oF9q9f ► X (Twitter) https://x.com/wptonic_com ▬▬ SPECIAL DEALS ON THE TOOLS WE USE TO BUILD (ONLINE COURSES) ▬▬ https://www.wp-tonic.com/deals/ ▬▬ ABOUT THIS CHANNEL ▬▬ We discuss everything connected to building a successful membership/community website in 2024, from the right technology to using up-to-date digital marketing techniques. //CONTACT: For business inquiries ONLY, please use this email: support@wptonic.com ----------------------------- ------------------------------- ----------------------------- -------------------------------

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Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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958 WP-Tonic Show: We Discuss The Very Changing Face of SEO in 2025 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:46
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957 WP-Tonic Show: Will AI Destroy Freelancers and WordPress Agencies [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:57
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