Wil Brown’s Blog Posts
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When the Empire Falls: How a U.S. Economic Collapse Could Reshape the Internet and Threaten Web Freelancers Globally
What happens if the U.S. economy collapses? Discover how global web freelancers, especially those relying on USD clients and tools, could be affected, and how to prepare for the fallout with practical, actionable steps.
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How the 2025 Federal Budget Affects WordPress Business Owners
The 2025 Australian Federal Budget is a mixed bag for WordPress freelancers and agencies. From tax cuts to tech funding (and a scrapped asset write-off), here’s what matters most—no jargon, just the facts.
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WordPress 6.8 Now Uses BCrypt for Password Hashing: What You Need to Know
Learn about WordPress 6.8’s switch to BCrypt for password security, plus how to manually reset user passwords with phpMyAdmin, WP-CLI, and more. Stay secure!
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Learn About WordCamp Sydney with Wil Brown
Wil shares updates on WordCamp Sydney’s organisation, including the diverse team of organisers from across Australia, the challenges of planning in a post-COVID world, and the focus on rebuilding local WordPress communities
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Do the Woo Podcast: WordCamp Sydney with Wil Brown
Wil shares updates on WordCamp Sydney’s organisation, including the diverse team of organisers from across Australia, the challenges of planning in a post-COVID world, and the focus on rebuilding local WordPress communities
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Handling Secure Form Submissions in WordPress
Secure form submissions in WordPress made easy! Follow my guide to safeguarding data with Gravity Forms and advanced encryption techniques.
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Strategic Financial Marketing: Maximising ROI on a Budget
Skyrocket your ROI with the ultimate guide to strategic financial marketing! Unearth insights, tips, and the future role of AI in successful campaigns.
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GraphQL vs. WordPress REST API: Unlocking the Potential of APIs
GraphQL vs. WordPress Rest API. The ultimate showdown for Aussie WordPress devs. Who’ll come out on top? Dive into GraphQL & WP REST API.
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Guide to Navigating Your First Client Experience as a Beginner WordPress Developer
Navigate your first client experience as a WordPress developer with my comprehensive guide. From understanding client briefs to crafting proposals, managing projects, setting prices, and building your portfolio – I’ve got your journey covered!