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Arpit G. Shah on Family, India, WordPress, AI, and the Journey That Shaped His Life

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An unexpected conversation with a guy who might just be the only organizer at WordCamp US 2026 who speaks fluent Gujarati.

Arpit G. Shah shares an unexpected conversation that goes far beyond WordPress, reflecting on the loss of his father, the meaning behind the "G" in his name, his childhood in Gujarat, India's love of cricket, and the country's rich cultural diversity. Along the way, he talks about international travel, his love-plus-arranged marriage, raising two children, and a 17-year career in WordPress that has led him from volunteering at WordCamp Asia to helping organize WordCamp US 2026. More than a discussion about technology, it's a warm and engaging look at family, friendship, community, and the experiences that have shaped the person behind the profession.