What's it all about, WordPress?
Farewell WordPress: A Shift in Blogging Platforms
After years of loyalty to WordPress as my go-to CMS and blogging platform, I've decided it's time for a change. A recent article from The Verge highlights the core issue: the potential risks associated with a platform where one person holds complete control of both the open source and commercial entities surrounding it.
This situation could lead to unexpected changes that may compromise the security and stability of one’s website depending on who you choose as a hosting provider.
My WordPress Journey
Throughout my career, I've deployed countless WordPress sites. My experience dates back to its early days, and I've used this expertise to support hundreds of clients, both small and large, in integrating WordPress into their web infrastructure. This included everything from manual installations to one-click setups provided by various software providers, including the popular cPanel system.
The WP Engine Experience
I once considered WP Engine for a client who needed specialized WordPress development and management. While WP Engine's expertise was undoubtedly high, their pricing was prohibitively expensive, even for a company investing heavily in their web infrastructure. Ultimately, we decided to maintain our existing arrangement.In hindsight, this decision proved fortuitous. Had we moved to WP Engine, we might have been affected by Matt Mullenweg's recent actions, which temporarily cut off access to automatic updates and other WordPress.org services for WP Engine customers.
A New Direction
Given these developments, I've decided to simplify my approach. I'm moving to a platform that's less complex and allows me to share my thoughts without unnecessary complications. While it's still early days, the new setup looks promising.
Closing Thoughts
I hope Matt Mullenweg eventually reconsiders his position. While I understand his perspective to some extent, I'm not convinced his actions were justified. The WordPress community deserves better.