013: Should Project Budget Determine the Tech Stack? w/ Ian Svoboda
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In this episode of WP Townhall, Kevin and Mark are joined by Ian Svoboda, a seasoned WordPress developer with experience across various agency environments, to discuss how tech stacks should or shouldn't change based on project budgets.
Ian shares his perspective on maintaining professional integrity regardless of budget constraints, the importance of craftsmanship in web development, and finding the balance between efficiency and quality. The conversation dives into the advantages and limitations of various WordPress tools like GenerateBlocks, Bricks, and custom themes, while exploring what it means to build maintainable, scalable solutions that serve clients well long-term. It's an insightful episode packed with practical wisdom for freelancers, agency owners, and developers facing budget-driven decisions in their WordPress projects.
Check out Ian's new course: https://www.learnwptheme.dev/
This episode of WP Townhall is sponsored by Omnisend: https://wptownhall.show/omnisend
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