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SUMMARY:It’s not you\, it’s… just time: How to break up well with Advanced Custom Fields
DESCRIPTION:Virtual \nJoin the Zoom Event \n\nAdvanced Custom Fields (ACF) has been a mainstay for custom WordPress development since it arrived on the scene. It’s still a great plugin. \nBut\, is it time to move away from ACF and start using what WordPress core gives you in custom block development? \nIn this talk\, we’ll go over: \n\nThe ACF data model\, and why it can slow down your site at scale\nDynamic vs. Static blocks and when to use each\nCustom block development options in PHP and JS\nHow and when to use attributes or post meta for your custom block\nRemoving legacy ACF rows in your database\n\nCome find out if you should break up with ACF\, and thank it for its years of faithful support. You’ll always have the memories! \n\nPresenter(s)\n\nNate Finch
URL:https://itproconf.wisc.edu/event/its-not-you-its-just-time-how-to-break-up-well-with-advanced-custom-fields/
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SUMMARY:The surprisingly simple tech behind digital cinema
DESCRIPTION:Virtual \nJoin the Zoom Event \n\nA brief dive into the presentation technology\, files\, distribution systems\, and other things that make digital cinema work. \n\nPresenter(s)\n\nPete Sengstock
URL:https://itproconf.wisc.edu/event/the-surprisingly-simple-tech-behind-digital-cinema/
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SUMMARY:Achieving Transparency in Organizational Culture Using No-Cost Automations
DESCRIPTION:Virtual \nJoin the Zoom Event \n\nIn the ever-shifting waters of continuing education\, knowing when paddling is progress—and when it’s just spinning—is essential. This session shares how IT and Organizational Development leaders partnered with generative AI to automate workflows and steer their division toward insight and connection. Using three free tools—an AI assistant\, Google Workspace\, and DoIT’s Custom Google Groups—they built systems for weekly pulse surveys and personalized outreach\, reducing manual effort\, improving data visibility\, and reinforcing belonging. Participants will leave with replicable workflows\, collaboration strategies\, and a framework for navigating change. \n\nPresenter(s)\n\nSarah Korpi\nAlan Ng
URL:https://itproconf.wisc.edu/event/achieving-transparency-in-organizational-culture-using-no-cost-automations/
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SUMMARY:Resume building in modern days
DESCRIPTION:Virtual \nJoin the Zoom Event \n\nIn today’s fast-evolving job market\, building an effective resume involves more than listing experiences—it requires understanding strategies\, tools\, and approaches that effectively convey your professional story. This session will explore how IT professionals leverage modern technologies and platforms to showcase their skills\, accomplishments\, and career aspirations while enhancing visibility and opportunities.\nAttendees will gain insights into how networking\, certifications\, and professional communities influence their career path. The presentation will also highlight how AI and other modern tools can support professionals in refining resumes\, identifying opportunities\, and approaching job searches more strategically. \n\nPresenter(s)\n\nMehrnaz Ahmadi Joobaneh\nManda Johnson
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