It seems like the thing tech companies are best at these days is making people unemployed.

I updated my iPhone to iOS 26.2. They should rename this UI design to Liquid Ass, because it sucks.

What prompt can I give AI to produce a narrated tutorial video on how to use a specific feature in a plugin?

Interesting and useful case of AI I heard this week. Patchstack notified a WP Plugin company of a security issue. That company fixed the issue, but then ran a prompt across their code base for the plugin to locate more vulnerabilities. They found 10 more and fixed those, too.

On February 3rd I am launching a free weekly newsletter focused on AI & SEO. I'd love for you to join me as I learn something new in each issue. Sign up here: ashla.ai

Admitting to my stepfather that I almost committed suicide last year was not on my bingo card tonight. As far as my parents know, my wife and I are doing great. We don't talk that often. But, now he knows. I guess my mom will now know. Oh well I guess.

Pretty soon, developers will actually be orchestra conductors, if they’re not already, conducting their army of power hungry, environmentally shitty AI agents to do all their work. But will they be able to profit? Hmmmmm

Good for Astro blog.cloudflare.com/astro-joins-...

Hire this man!

If you're involved with products in the WordPress space, this post should give you a lot of food for thought, if you weren't thinking about these things already. jamesgiroux.ca/when-n1-the-...

I began a project that involves dogfooding products I'm associated with. The goal is to build something without any knowledge of how the products work. I discovered areas ripe for improvement that will translate into improvements for customers. I'm damn good at what I do.

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If you're in Kamloops and you only leave your home one time per year, THIS is the event you should be going to. If you leave your home often, you should still go to this event. Full house of cheering fans, great hockey, and.......WIENER DOG RACES

This is why I’m leaving. If you’re looking for a sign, I’m it.

I provide no-nonsense product consulting to help founders and teams uncover blind spots, clarify strategy, and turn messy ideas into focused, shippable products. Get expert audits, honest feedback, and guidance on building what matters. hirejeffc.me

A lot of product folks are interested in my Fresh Perspective review, but are working on their next major release. Therefore, they don't want to spend $ on a review until after it's released. I figured being able to rent me for three hours would open up some opportunities

I spent time today investing in myself. Reworked my website so that it's to the point. Also added some additional services I'm offering, such as consulting and renting. Take a look and share it far and wide. hirejeffc.me

Wellp. Here come the foreclosure warnings 🤑

When I polled folks on what they'd like to see improved in the WordPress media library, image categories, and general organization features were a huge ask. Well, FooGallery Pro Expert and Up now includes easier media management! fooplugins.com/easier-media...

I finally spent some time putting together my Presser profile. Was also able to report a number of issues I encountered, which will likely be fixed this week thewp.world/presser/jeff...

This week we had to say goodbye to Lola, the best "starter cat" a man could ask for. shawnhooper.ca/2026/01/11/l...

AI killed the Stack Overflow star

Chasing the light at the end of the tunnel. 🚂✨ There is something so peaceful about old rail lines covered in fall leaves. It feels like the entrance to a secret world. #RailroadPhotography #FallColors #Nature #ScenicRoute

“I totally see the value in the feature and I would like to find a way to add it. But the reality is that 75% of the people on our engineering team lost their jobs here yesterday because of the brutal impact AI has had on our business” github.com/tailwindlabs...

I find myself routinely selecting text in the block editor and then right-clicking to add a Note. This is NOT how it works lol

One of the easiest ways to snap out of the Winter doldrums that I’ve encountered is to purchase a fragrant smelling plant, like a hyacinth, and place it in a room you frequent. The smell is awesome and it transports you to Spring or Summer

I'm watching a YouTuber's 20th anniversary video. Yes, they have been publishing on YouTube for 20 years. How does that make you feel?

On this day, 11 years ago, I, along with a friend, drove 2 hours to perform a welfare check on a member of the WordPress community. Unfortunately, she had passed away and we were the first ones on the scene. Rest in peace @kimparsell #WPMOM wptavern.com/kim-parsell-...

Ok dokey. Tomorrow is the day to start grinding in 2026.I really, really, really, need to find some stable income. I might end up going back to work at the grocery store to work on night crew. Might have no other choice.

French onion soup but in pasta form. Oh mama!

Tis the season for bloody noses!

That's sort of why I started adding audio posts to my blog. I kept hearing those AI-voiced audio articles and wanted to prove how much better it was to have human-read articles instead docpop.org/category/aud...

We have reached the point where people who narrate their YouTube videos with their own voice are being championed by their viewers. People are already sick of AI voices.

If you’re going into 2026 employed, spend the new year working on a plan B if you haven’t already. Get a side hustle. Save up some coin somehow. Unemployment for a long stretch of time blows. You’re one corporate restructure away from being kicked to the curb.

If I published a year in review post, it would be pretty fucking depressing to read. I think it’s better for everyone that I don’t.

A lot of people in WordPress land have come and gone. I’m still here. Whatever that means

Bush - Sixteen stone 1994 www.youtube.com/watch?v=6vPrhqyQwYQ

Southwestern style soup Fire roasted tomatoes, fire roasted corn, black beans, white onion, chicken, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, cilantro, lime juice, sour cream, chicken broth, try-color tortilla chips, and shredded Mexican four cheese

If you could add one feature to the WordPress media library, what would it be?

Annnnd, dinner is served. Perfection yet again.

As my most awesome grandmother, Taffy, would say.... Have a Happy Happy and a Merry Merry.

Thank you for all the birthday wishes and contributing to a memorable breakfast at First Watch. The server put a candle in my loaded potatoes lol <3

Today, I turn 42 years old. I'd like to take my wife out for a birthday breakfast. If you'd like to help out with that, here is my Venmo account.venmo.com/u/Jeff-Chand... Thank you!

At one time, WordPress was famous for its 5 minute or less install process. Webhosts eventually turned that into a 5 second or less install. With AI, folks can get an entire functional website in 5 minutes or less. It’s a bit mind boggling how things have progressed.

As the year comes to a close, I have found myself with nothing but time. Help me use it by purchasing a deep dive on your products to ensure they ring in the new year as smoothly as possible. hirejeffc.me#auditing-pro... Schedule a call or reach out to begin the process.

If you visit a company's website, check out their blog, and don't see anything published in the last 2-3 years, does that impact your feelings in doing business with them?

Dinner is served! Chicken cacciatore with rice