#216 – Matt Schwartz on Exploring AI’s Impact in WordPress Agencies (Part 2)

In this episode, Nathan Wrigley and Matt Schwartz continue their discussion about how WordPress agencies can harness AI. They cover practical applications like connecting AI to agency documentation, implementing guardrails with MCPs, using AI for internal tools and QA, and the evolving impact on the WordPress plugin ecosystem. They also discuss risks such as security concerns, over-dependence on vendors, and the importance of human oversight. The conversation concludes with predictions about agency workflows, cautionary advice, and encouragement to responsibly experiment with AI in agency environments.