James Wilson (@jwilson529) – WordPress user profile

Bio

Hi, I’m James Wilson, a passionate Senior WordPress Developer with nearly two decades of experience in web development. I’ve been working with WordPress since 2005, watching the platform grow from its early days to become the robust, flexible CMS we know today. Over the years, I’ve specialized in developing custom themes, plugins, and Gutenberg blocks, as well as optimizing WordPress sites for performance and security.

I love collaborating with teams to create tailored solutions that not only look great but also solve complex technical challenges. Whether it’s architecting a high-performance backend or building a sleek, responsive front end, I’m committed to delivering high-quality results. I also take pride in mentoring other developers and giving back to the WordPress community through meetups and code contributions.

When I’m not coding, you can find me at local WordPress meetups, sharing knowledge with the community, or participating in online WordPress groups. I’m always eager to learn new things and explore the latest trends in web development and technology.

Interests

When I’m not developing WordPress solutions, I enjoy diving into new technologies and exploring the potential of AI and machine learning in web development. I’m always keeping up with the latest trends and innovations in tech, which often inspires my work and helps me stay ahead of the curve.

Outside of coding, I’m a big fan of attending WordPress meetups and engaging with the community through social media. I love collaborating with like-minded developers and sharing knowledge about everything from Gutenberg to advanced WordPress techniques.

On the personal side, I enjoy going to Dollywood and Disney World with my kids. I also have a growing interest in game development and often brainstorm creative game ideas with my kids. You’ll likely find me trying out new recipes in my bread machine!

WordPress Origin Story

My journey with WordPress began in 2005, when it was still a relatively new platform. At the time, I was exploring different ways to build websites more efficiently, and WordPress caught my eye for its simplicity and potential. I was instantly hooked by the idea of a platform that empowered users to build and manage their own websites without needing to code every detail from scratch.

In those early days, I started small—tweaking themes, learning the ins and outs of plugins, and discovering how powerful WordPress could be with a bit of customization. As my skills grew, so did my projects. I began developing custom plugins and creating solutions that helped clients take full advantage of WordPress, making their websites more functional and user-friendly.

Fast forward to today, and I’ve built everything from complex custom themes to full-scale WordPress-based applications. Along the way, I’ve contributed to the WordPress community by attending meetups, sharing my expertise with other developers, and giving back to open-source projects. For me, WordPress isn’t just a tool; it’s a platform that has shaped my career and my approach to solving problems.

I’m excited about the future of WordPress, especially with the innovations in Gutenberg and Full Site Editing, and I’m always looking for ways to push the boundaries of what’s possible.

Member Since: August 24th, 2023
Location: United States
Website: centerstone.org
GitHub: jwilson529
Job Title: Senior Web Developer
Employer: Centerstone
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Contribution History

Plugin Developer

Activity
Plugins

Committed [3157180] to Plugins SVN:
Tagging version 1.0.2 of OneClickContent Titles plugin
2 weeks ago
Committed [3157179] to Plugins SVN:
Tagging version 1.0 of OneClickContent - Titles
2 weeks ago
Committed [3157178] to Plugins SVN:
Added plugin assets like banners and icons
2 weeks ago
Committed [3157177] to Plugins SVN:
Initial commit of OneClickContent - Titles plugin version 1.0
2 weeks ago
Posted a reply to After the update, Its nolonger displaying Key Takeways content, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Thanks again for the details, and I totally get that manually adding the shortcode for…
3 weeks ago
Posted a reply to After the update, Its nolonger displaying Key Takeways content, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Hello, I wanted to come back around and see if you had any luck with…
3 weeks ago
Created a topic, A must have for plugin development!, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
This tests for a ton of different aspects of plugins. …
3 weeks ago
Posted a reply to After the update, Its nolonger displaying Key Takeways content, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Thank you for your patience and for trying the troubleshooting steps. Since the automatic display…
3 weeks ago
Posted a reply to After the update, Its nolonger displaying Key Takeways content, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Thank you for the information. Looking at the page, and considering the shortcode does display,…
3 weeks ago
Posted a reply to After the update, Its nolonger displaying Key Takeways content, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Thank you for your patience. Let's see if we can get this figured out. If…
3 weeks ago
Posted a reply to After the update, Its nolonger displaying Key Takeways content, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Thank you so much for bringing this to my attention. Regarding the issue you're encountering…
3 weeks ago
Committed [3151784] to Plugins SVN:
Tagging version 1.1.13
3 weeks ago
Committed [3151783] to Plugins SVN:
Tagging version 1.1.13
3 weeks ago
Committed [3151782] to Plugins SVN:
Update SummarAIze plugin to version 1.1.13
3 weeks ago
Committed [3151779] to Plugins SVN:
Remove incorrect 'trunk' directory from tag 1.1.12
3 weeks ago
Committed [3151776] to Plugins SVN:
Remove incorrect 'trunk' directory from tag 1.1.12
3 weeks ago
Committed [3151770] to Plugins SVN:
Release version 1.1.12: Fixed version number in plugin header and ...
3 weeks ago
Committed [3151769] to Plugins SVN:
Tagging version 1.1.12: Fixed version number and updated metabox ...
3 weeks ago
Committed [3151768] to Plugins SVN:
Release version 1.1.12: Fixed version number in plugin header and ...
3 weeks ago
Committed [3151762] to Plugins SVN:
Tagging version 1.1.12: Fixed metabox data saving issue and improved UI.
3 weeks ago
Committed [3151761] to Plugins SVN:
Release version 1.1.12: Fixed metabox data saving issue and improved UI.
3 weeks ago
Posted a reply to After the update, Its nolonger displaying Key Takeways content, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Thank you for reaching out and bringing this to my attention. I'm sorry to hear…
3 weeks ago
Committed [3147791] to Plugins SVN:
Tagging version 1.1.11 release.
4 weeks ago
Committed [3146640] to Plugins SVN:
Updated README.txt for description and shortcode information.
1 month ago
Posted a reply to Shortcode and “how to edit prompt”, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
I'm happy you're finding it useful! To change the number of points, just delete the…
1 month ago
Committed [3146635] to Plugins SVN:
Tagging version 1.1.10 release.
1 month ago
Committed [3146634] to Plugins SVN:
Updated plugin to version 1.1.10 - Updated readme and improved ...
1 month ago
Posted a reply to Shortcode and “how to edit prompt”, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Thanks again for your questions and for bringing up such a great idea! I’m excited…
1 month ago
Committed [3146189] to Plugins SVN:
Update to version 1.1.9
1 month ago
Posted a reply to Shortcode and “how to edit prompt”, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Hi Johan, Thank you for the kind words about the plugin! I'm glad you've found…
1 month ago
Committed [3140504] to Plugins SVN:
Tagging version 1.1.8 with fixes and improvements.
1 month ago
Committed [3140503] to Plugins SVN:
Fixes and improvements for version 1.1.7, including override settings fix.
1 month ago
Committed [3140501] to Plugins SVN:
Tagging version 1.1.7
1 month ago
Committed [3140499] to Plugins SVN:
Updating trunk for version 1.1.7
1 month ago
Committed [3135604] to Plugins SVN:
Updated readme.txt for better tags
2 months ago
Committed [3134535] to Plugins SVN:
Updated plugin header and description
2 months ago
Committed [3134532] to Plugins SVN:
Updated readme.txt
2 months ago
Committed [3134530] to Plugins SVN:
Updated plugin banner images
2 months ago
Committed [3134509] to Plugins SVN:
Tagging version 1.1.6
2 months ago
Committed [3134504] to Plugins SVN:
Initial commit of SummarAIze
2 months ago
Created a topic, Works well. Love all the updates lately!, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Keep it going!
3 months ago

Developer

OneClickContent - Titles

Active Installs: Less than 10
SummarAIze - Generate Key Takeaways with AI

Active Installs: Less than 10

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OneClickContent - Titles

SummarAIze - Generate Key Takeaways with AI