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A beautiful website is great — but a website that converts? That’s where the magic happens.

Meet Hariz Halim, a digital creative who bridges design and marketing to craft experiences that not only look good but get results. With over 7 years in the digital space, Hariz has worked closely with founders and marketers to turn bold ideas into digital ecosystems that deliver measurable results. His work sits at the sweet spot between creativity and conversion — where every design decision has a purpose.

“Your website isn’t just an online brochure — it’s a living, functional tool that should work as hard as you do,” says Hariz.

In his talk,

How to Build a Convert Website. Functional too!

Hariz will share a clear, practical framework for creating sites that drive action — from smart content structure and intuitive user journeys to clean, high-performing design.

Expect to learn:

• How to map out content and user flow for higher engagement
• Why speed, responsiveness, and usability matter more than ever
• Tips for combining design, function, and marketing for real impact

This session will be delivered mainly in Bahasa Malaysia, with key terms in English, making it friendly, relatable, and perfect for both beginners and pros who want practical takeaways they can apply right away. Attendees will leave with a clear framework to create websites that look good and perform effectively.

The stage is set, the speakers are ready — all that’s missing is you! See you at WordCamp Malaysia 2025!

Search is changing — fast. Between Google’s AI Overviews, TikTok search, ChatGPT answers, and social discovery, the old “just rank on Google” mindset doesn’t cut it anymore.

Enter James Hunt, a digital nomad, WordPress developer, and marketing pro who’s been living the SEO life on the front lines.

In his session,

The State of Search: SEO in the Age of AI

James will unpack how search is evolving and what creators, developers, and business owners can do to stay visible in 2026 and beyond.

Get ready to explore:

• Real-world traffic data showing where users actually discover content today
• Actionable SEO tactics that still work (and a few that don’t anymore)
• How to optimize for AI-powered discovery tools and chat-based search

“SEO isn’t dying — it’s evolving,” says James. “If you understand how AI changes the game, you can stay ahead of the curve instead of chasing it.”

James isn’t just theory — he’s living it. Based in Malaysia but truly global, he’s a professional WordPress developer, experienced marketer, and host of the Chiang Mai WordPress Meetup, where he’s spent the last year giving in-depth, 1–2 hour sessions on everything from SEO to content strategy.

Beyond WordPress, James has led marketing teams for successful startups, built online businesses, and even ran one of the world’s best internet radio stations . His journey as a digital nomad has been featured in Fast Company, Huffington Post, and The Bangkok Post, and he continues to share insights with a global community of 100,000+ nomads and remote workers.

Get ready to connect, collaborate, and celebrate all things WordPress — see you at WordCamp Malaysia 2025!

Meet Habibur Rahman, the Founder and CEO of Wealcoder, the company behind Animation Addons for Elementor — the first-ever GSAP-powered animation builder made just for WordPress. With over 11 years of experience in the WordPress ecosystem, Habibur has helped thousands of businesses bring creativity and movement to their websites.

“Modern websites are about motion and experience, not just static layouts,” Habibur says. “With GSAP and WordPress, anyone can tell stories that move.”

In his talk,

Supercharging WordPress with GSAP Animations — No Code Needed

Habibur will show you how to add motion, storytelling, and interaction to your site without touching a single line of code. Whether it’s scroll-triggered effects, animated page transitions, or subtle micro-interactions, GSAP can completely transform how users experience your website.

You’ll discover how animation can:

• Make your brand stand out visually
• Increase user engagement and time on page
• Improve conversions with interactive storytelling

This session is for designers, developers, and business owners who want their WordPress sites to stand out with advanced animations — but without the complexity of custom development.

Get inspired, learn from the best, and be part of Malaysia’s biggest WordPress celebration — see you at WordCamp Malaysia 2025!

The excitement keeps growing!

We’re thrilled to introduce our Round 2 lineup of speakers for WordCamp Malaysia 2025 — a fresh mix of creators, developers, and innovators who are shaping the future of WordPress.

These speakers bring a wealth of experience, creativity, and passion to the stage. From motion design and AI personalization to SEO and conversion-focused design, this round promises plenty of ideas to inspire your next big WordPress project.

Habibur Rahman

Websites are no longer just about static layouts — they’re about motion, interaction, and storytelling.

Meet Habibur Rahman, Founder and CEO of Wealcoder, the team behind the Animation Addons for Elementor — the world’s first GSAP-powered animation builder for WordPress!

With over 11 years of experience in the WordPress ecosystem, Habibur leads a talented team of more than 25 developers, designers, and marketers who’ve helped thousands of businesses build engaging, high-performance websites.

In his session,“Supercharging WordPress with GSAP Animations — No Code Needed,” you’ll learn how to harness the power of GSAP (GreenSock Animation Platform) — the same animation library used by global brands like Apple, Tesla, and Nike — without writing a single line of code.

Expect to dive into topics like:

• Scroll-based storytelling that draws visitors in
• Micro-interactions that make your site feel alive
• Simple ways to add motion using familiar WordPress tools

If you’ve ever dreamed of adding cinematic motion to your WordPress site but thought it was too technical, this talk will change your mind!

Aiman Sani

Conversion isn’t just about design — it’s about structure, psychology, and guiding your visitor toward action. And Aiman Sani is here to show you exactly how that’s done.

In his session, “Convert-Ready Salespage Structure,” Aiman breaks down the frameworks used in real-world salespages that have generated hundreds of thousands to millions of ringgit in revenue. With over 8 years of experience building WordPress websites for SMEs, corporates, NGOs, and government agencies, Aiman has seen what works — and what doesn’t.

Drawing from years of hands-on campaigns, Aiman will walk you through the key ingredients of a high-converting page, including:

• How to structure your salespage section-by-section
• Psychology-backed messaging that moves users to act
• Smooth reading flow that keeps visitors engaged
• Strategic CTA placement
• “Trust Accelerators” that build credibility instantly

Whether you’re refining an existing page or crafting a new one, you’ll walk away with a practical framework you can apply immediately — one that helps your WordPress pages not just look good, but perform.

If you’re ready to build pages that turn traffic into customers, this is a session you won’t want to miss.

James Hunt

Search is evolving — fast. And James Hunt is here to help you make sense of it all.

In his talk, “The State of Search: SEO in the Age of AI,” James explores how AI tools and platforms are reshaping the way we find, consume, and optimize content online. As the search landscape fragments across multiple platforms and assistants, how can creators and businesses stay visible?

Drawing from real-world data and years of experience as both a WordPress developer and marketing strategist, James will share what’s changing in SEO — and what still works.

Expect actionable insights on how to position your content for AI-powered discovery and ensure your site keeps building traffic in 2026 and beyond.

When he’s not optimizing sites, James runs online businesses, travels the world as a digital nomad, and hosts the Chiang Mai WordPress Meetup, where he shares his expertise with creators across Asia. His work has been featured in Fast Company, Huffington Post, and The Bangkok Post.

If you’re ready to rethink your SEO strategy and future-proof your WordPress site, this session is a must-attend.

Hariz Halim

Design isn’t just about making things pretty — it’s about making them perform.
In “How to Build a Website That Converts (and Works!),” Hariz Halim shares how to craft websites that truly deliver results, from structure and flow to design and functionality.

With over 7 years of experience bridging design and marketing, Hariz helps founders and marketers bring ideas to life through clean design, smart strategy, and measurable results.

In this session, presented in Bahasa Malaysia (with English highlights), Hariz will walk you through how to build websites that not only look great — but also convert visitors into customers.

You’ll see how to:

• How to structure your content for engagement
• What makes a website both functional and fast
• Tips to improve user experience and boost conversions

No fluff, no jargon — just real, relatable advice from someone who builds websites that work.

Round 2 is just the beginning — more inspiration, stories, and WordPress wisdom await at WordCamp Malaysia 2025!

Get ready to connect, learn, and grow with the community at WordCamp Malaysia 2025!

WordPress websites are powerful, but they’re also targets. Shehab Ahmed knows the stakes.

A Bangladeshi tech leader based in Malaysia, Shehab has been at the forefront of scalable infrastructure, cybersecurity, and website performance for over a decade. His experience building TOSHOST, managing 300+ servers, and co-founding Addonix and Pixjet.io makes him the perfect guide for WordPress owners who care about both security and speed.

Shehab began his journey in technology in early 2009, which led him to found TOSHOST, a web hosting brand, in 2011. He is also the co-founder of TOS Technology, where he played a key role in building the technical foundation to manage over 300+ servers, honing his expertise in large-scale system operations and complex web development.

More recently, Shehab co-founded Addonix, a startup specializing in image optimization, launching the product Pixjet.io. Today, he focuses on the cutting edge of the WordPress ecosystem, dedicating his work to WP plugin development and advanced image optimization to significantly boost website performance and efficiency.

In his session,

WP Security and Image Optimization

Shehab will discuss the most pressing cybersecurity threats facing websites today and practical steps to secure your WordPress site for the long term. But he won’t stop there — he’ll also dive into image optimization, showing how simple strategies can significantly boost your site’s performance and user experience.

Expect to learn how to:

• Safeguard your site from common and advanced cyber threats
• Maintain long-term WordPress security practices
• Optimize images for speed, efficiency, and better performance
• Improve your website experience for visitors while keeping it safe

Whether you’re a website owner, developer, or WordPress enthusiast, Shehab’s session will give you the tools, tips, and insights to protect your site while keeping it fast and reliable. His practical approach ensures that security and optimization are achievable for everyone — not just tech experts.

Join Shehab’s session to secure your WordPress site and make it lightning-fast — because safety and speed should go hand in hand!

Marketing analytics doesn’t have to feel like rocket science. Stephen Paul Samynathan is here to show you a simpler, smarter, and faster way to make data work for you.

With years of experience helping businesses from startups to million-ringgit companies, Stephen knows how to turn marketing data into actionable insights — without drowning in spreadsheets.

In his session,

Level Up for Marketing Analytics Using MCP

Stephen will demonstrate how to transform your WordPress site into an intelligent marketing command center. By connecting Google Analytics, heatmap tools, SEO platforms, and WooCommerce, you can ask questions in natural language — right from your WordPress dashboard — and get instant, consolidated answers.

Curious about:

• Which product pages have the highest bounce rates this month?
• How conversion rates differ by traffic source?

This session shows you how to connect your AI coding tools directly to your local WordPress installation using Model Context Protocol (MCP). You’ll see a live demo where AI assistants can query your real site data, understand your specific configuration, and generate code that actually fits your environment—not just generic WordPress examples. Learn the simple setup that bridges this gap and transforms your AI from “guessing” to “knowing.” If you’re tired of tweaking AI-generated code to match your site, this talk will show you a better way to work.

By the end of the session, you’ll know how to architect a smarter analytics workflow that brings all your marketing intelligence into one place: your WordPress admin.

Join us at WordCamp Malaysia 2025 to learn from the best and make your website truly shine!

Ever wondered how global tech brands like AWS, HubSpot, and Setapp consistently appear at the top of Google search results? Kenny Lee knows their secrets — and he’s ready to share them with you.

With over a decade of experience crafting SEO content that not only ranks but also resonates with readers, Kenny brings a unique perspective that blends strategy, creativity, and the latest in AI-assisted content creation.

In his session,

Write to Rank – How to Strategize Blog Creation for SEO, AI and Human

Kenny will untangle the noise surrounding SEO and AI. The industry is full of hype, myths, and conflicting advice — but Kenny will show you practical, actionable strategies that top brands actually use.

This session is perfect for content creators, marketers, and WordPress enthusiasts who want to:

• Understand the nuances of AI-assisted content creation
• Make their blogs discoverable by Google and loved by humans
• Build a content strategy that scales and stands the test of time

Kenny has led workshops and recently wowed audiences at major marketing conferences. As a Malaysian with global experience, he combines local insight with international standards. His human-first approach ensures that content isn’t just optimized for algorithms — it genuinely connects with people.

Join Kenny’s session if you want your content to be more than words on a page — let it rank, engage, and make an impact!