In this episode of the Magento Association Podcast, host Matt Harris sits down with Brent Peterson, CEO of Content Cucumber and long-time Magento community leader.Brent shares stories from his early days launching Wajento, becoming one of the first Magento moderators, and helping shape the open-source ecosystem we know today. Together, they explore the future of agentic commerce, AI in eCommerce, and how the Magento Open Source community continues to evolve faster than ever.💡 Highlights: • How Brent discovered Magento back in 2009 • Building and selling Wajento — one of the early Magento agencies • Insights on content creation, AI, and authenticity • What “agentic commerce” really means for B2B eCommerce • Why open source gives merchants freedom, flexibility, and durability • The role of the Magento Association and how to get involved💬 On the Magento Journey“I started with Magento in 2009 — when the documentation barely existed. I was learning from forums and Google, one question at a time.”“Magento asked me to help moderate the forums because there was so much spam — that’s how early it was.”“Bob Schwartz told me to stop freelancing and start an agency. That’s how Wajento was born.”“Back then, it wasn’t just software — it was a community of people building the future of eCommerce together.”⸻⚙️ On Open Source & Community“Open source gives you freedom. You don’t have to ask for permission to build what your business needs.”“Magento isn’t old — it’s durable. Twenty years in, it’s still evolving faster than most closed systems.”“Our community moves faster than any corporate roadmap ever could.”“The so-called ‘myths’ about Magento being slow or expensive just don’t hold up anymore.”⸻🤖 On AI & Content Creation“AI doesn’t replace humans — it amplifies smart ones.”“Generative AI makes us lazy if we let it. It’s great for ideation, but humans bring the real voice.”“We’re entering the era of agentic commerce — bots will buy from bots, and APIs will be the new storefront.”“AI is fantastic for analytics, but for storytelling and creativity, humans still lead.”⸻🌍 On the Future of eCommerce“Tomorrow’s B2B buyer will say: ‘Find me 200 feet of pipe and the best price — go.’ That’s agentic commerce.”“The next big advantage won’t be who has the prettiest storefront — it’ll be who has the smartest APIs.”“Competition makes us better. A world with only one eCommerce platform would be a race to mediocrity.”⸻❤️ On Community & Involvement“Join the Magento Association. It’s how you get a voice, a vote, and a say in the future of this platform.”“People keep saying Magento is dead — yet new Meet Magentos are popping up around the world every month.”“Our community has never been stronger — and that’s what keeps Magento alive.”👉 Join the Magento Association: https://www.magentoassociation.org #MagentoAssociationPodcast #MagentoOpenSource #EcommerceInnovation #Magento #MagentoAssociation #OpenSource #SaaS #MagentoOpenSource #Ecommerce #DigitalCommerce #CommunityDriven #agenticai #MagentoPodcast #MattHarris #BrentPeterson #ContentCucumber

🎧 In Episode 2 of the Magento Association Podcast, host Matt Harris sits down with Jakub Winkler, founder of qoliber and long-time Magento contributor, to explore the evolving role of Magento Open Source in today’s SaaS-dominated eCommerce landscape.With 14 years of hands-on experience, Jakub offers a no-nonsense perspective on the real cost of ownership, the flexibility of open source, and the hidden risks of technological debt. This episode is a must-listen for anyone serious about building long-term, future-proof digital commerce solutions.⸻🔍 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:✅ How Magento has evolved since 2011 and what we’ve learned from M1 to M2✅ Why SaaS platforms aren’t the silver bullet they seem to be✅ What businesses really need to know about technological debt✅ Why open source offers more control, flexibility, and scalability✅ How qoliber is shifting from an agency model to a solutions-focused partner✅ The critical importance of mentoring young developers and contributing beyond code⸻💡 Key Themes: • Magento vs. SaaS: flexibility, customization, and long-term sustainability • Community-driven innovation: why we need to contribute, not just consume • Cost dynamics: open source may be more affordable than you think • Education and responsibility: growing the next generation of Magento builders • The evolving role of agencies in the Magento ecosystem⸻🧡 “Nobody talks about technological debt. But it’s real and we need to manage it together.” – Jakub Winkler🧡 “We need to chip in for Magento to thrive.” – A challenge to the entire community⸻👉 Watch, subscribe, and share to support open source, amplify developer voices, and help shape the future of Magento.#Magento #MagentoAssociation #OpenSource #SaaS #MagentoOpenSource #Ecommerce #qoliber #TechDebt #DigitalCommerce #CommunityDriven #CostOfOwnership #DeveloperVoices #MagentoPodcast #MattHarris #JakubWinkler

🎧 Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Magento Association Podcast and we’re kicking it off with a bang. Host Matt Harris sits down with none other than Mathias Schreiber, Executive Director of the Magento Association, for an unfiltered, insightful, and future-focused conversation about the state of Magento Open Source and where we go from here.

This isn’t just another podcast episode. It’s a call to action, a vision, and a deep dive into the power of open source in the global eCommerce landscape.

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🔥 In This Episode, You’ll Learn

✅ How Magento Open Source remains a critical, community-powered foundation in Adobe’s commerce strategy

✅ Why flexibility, autonomy, and data ownership make Magento a smart choice for SMBs, governments, and global merchants

✅ How AI and data are shaping the future of commerce and why open platforms are best positioned to thrive

✅ What the Magento Association actually does to protect, promote, and grow the open source ecosystem

✅ Why “we’re not just preparing for what could go wrong - we’re building for what could go right”

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🧭 Key Themes from the Episode

• Open Source as an Opportunity Gap – Magento empowers merchants who are tired of vendor lock-in

• Growth Without Limits – A platform that scales with you, not against you

• AI with Purpose – Own your data, train your models, control your future

• Community-Driven Advocacy – From licensing events to elevating implementation quality

• Nonprofit Powered by You – If Magento fuels your business, consider supporting the ecosystem

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🧡 “We’re a nonprofit. If you make money with Magento, join us. Help us keep it strong.” – Mathias Schreiber

This is not just a tech conversation. It’s a movement.

It’s about freedom in commerce, global equity through open source, and making sure Magento thrives for the next generation.

👉 Subscribe now, share the episode, and be part of the story.

Because Magento is more than software - it’s a community.

And this… is just the beginning.

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