Next Tuesday, March 17, 2026, San José will be the setting for a must-attend tech event for Costa Rica’s digital community: the WordPress AI Tools — The Road to Version 7.0 (English Session) meetup, organized by the WordPress Meetup San José. A night designed to look toward the future of the open web, understand the present state of the ecosystem, and connect with the people who are helping build what comes next.
What Is This Event?
The WordPress Meetup San José is one of the most active tech communities in the country, and this event promises to be one of its most special evenings. The meetup will take place on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM (GMT-6), at the Universidad Central de Costa Rica, located 150 East and 50 North of the Santa Teresita Church, in Barrio Escalante, San José — specifically on the 7th Floor, Auditorium. Note: there is no parking available at the building, but public parking lots are nearby.
The session will be held in English and will be led by Jonathan Bossenger, Developer Advocate at Automattic, who will share a clear overview of the current AI landscape, including what’s coming in terms of AI within WordPress 7.0 and how these technologies are beginning to impact development, content creation, and the digital experience.
Following the main talk, there will be an open Q&A round with the entire Automattic Developer Relations team, creating an intimate and open space to discuss any topic of interest — whether related to AI, WordPress 7.0, or any other aspect of WordPress development.
Special Guests: The Automattic Developer Relations Team
This meetup features the full Automattic Developer Relations team — the company behind WordPress.com. The confirmed speakers are:
- Jonathan Bossenger — Developer Advocate and main speaker of the evening
- JuanMa Garrido — Developer Relations
- Justin Tadlock — Developer Relations
- Birgit Pauli-Haack — Developer Relations
- Ryan Welcher — Developer Relations
- Brian Coord — WooCommerce / Developer Relations
What Is WordPress?
WordPress is one of the most popular content management systems (CMS) in the world: a free, open-source platform that allows anyone to create, manage, and publish websites, blogs, and online stores without needing to code from scratch. Founded in 2003, it now powers more than 40% of all websites on the internet.
WordPress is known for its flexibility and ease of use. It features a modern block editor called Gutenberg, thousands of themes and plugins for full customization, and a global community that develops, translates, and documents the software collaboratively. For all these reasons, it is the go-to choice for small businesses, bloggers, media outlets, and large enterprises looking to build their online presence.
What Is WordPress 7.0 and Why Does It Matter?
WordPress 7.0 is the next major version of the CMS, scheduled for release in April 2026. This version represents a significant leap toward a more collaborative, intuitive, and AI-powered experience, while staying true to the open-source spirit that defines the project.
The most notable features coming in WordPress 7.0 include:
- Real-time collaboration: multiple users will be able to edit the same page or post simultaneously, similar to Google Docs.
- Improved editing and customization: new blocks, enhanced patterns, styles and design tools, and a more modern administration interface.
- AI integration through the Abilities API: a new interface that allows AI tools to understand what a WordPress site can do and execute tasks in a safe and standardized way, without having to “guess” how plugins work.
Why Should You Attend?
This meetup is a unique opportunity for anyone working with WordPress — whether you’re a developer, designer, content creator, digital marketing professional, or simply curious about technology. By attending, you will:
- Understand how artificial intelligence is transforming content creation and optimization within WordPress.
- Get a first-hand look at what WordPress 7.0 brings and how to prepare for the transition.
- Interact directly with the Automattic Developer Relations team in an open and welcoming setting.
- Connect with San José’s tech community and network with developers, designers, and digital entrepreneurs.
Event Details
- 📅 Date: Tuesday, March 17, 2026
- ⏰ Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM (GMT-6)
- 📍 Location: Universidad Central de Costa Rica, 7th Floor, Auditorium — Barrio Escalante, San José
- 🌍 Language: English
- 📲 Register: Via Meetup.com (WordPress Meetup San José)
If you work with or have an interest in WordPress, Costa Rica, and technology, this is the ideal space to stay ahead of the trends, learn from the best, and become part of the community that is building the future of the open web.
