In this episode of the Post Status Happiness Hour, host Michelle Frechette interviews Katy Boykin, marketing manager at Kadence WP, discussing the upcoming Kadence Amplify event on October 25th. Katy shares her journey from using another page builder to Kadence WP, emphasizing its user-friendly features and new block releases. The episode highlights the importance of accessibility in web design, with Kadence WP's commitment to creating an inclusive platform. The speakers also touch on community engagement, learning opportunities, and upcoming promotions. Overall, the episode underscores Kadence WP's dedication to enhancing the WordPress experience and fostering a supportive community.

Top Takeaways:
Upcoming Kadence Features: Kadence is set to release five new blocks, including three for advanced header navigation, allowing users to create headers using blocks without relying on themes. This change is aimed at improving full-site editing, offering more customization options. An advanced search block and site icon block will also be part of this release, providing users with more flexibility without needing to touch code.
Accessibility Focus: Kadence is prioritizing accessibility in its design, driven by the personal experiences of lead developer Ben Ritner, who has worked closely with people using screen readers. While Kadence is not 100% accessible, they are continuously working towards improving this aspect.
Community and Events: Kadence will hold a free event called Kadence Amplify, with information available on their website and social media. It will include educational talks and demonstrations of the new features. Stellar WP and Kadence are also sponsors of WordPress Accessibility Day (October 9-10), promoting accessibility in the WordPress ecosystem.
Learning and Discounts: Attendees of both Kadence Amplify and WP Accessibility Day can benefit from learning opportunities and potentially access Kadence discounts through event swag.

Mentioned In The Show:
Kadence WP
Stellar WP
Kadence Amplify
WP Speakers
SureCart
Jamie Marsland
Pootle Press
Sherif Abuzid
Melissa Love
StyleCloud
Héctor de Prada
Modular DS
Fernando Cintra
Jeffrey Costa
Cathy Mitchell
WP Barista
Jake Pfohl
Start Blogging 101
Nathan Ingram
Timothy Wood
Jessica Wangelin
Christian Taylor
Paul Sokol
Kathy Zant
Ben Ritner
WordPress Accessibility Day
Robert Abela
Melapress

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