Arsalan Jamshed

Full-Stack Web Developer | PHP & WordPress Specialist | Building Digital Products

[Arsalan Jamshed @arsalanj]

⛔️STOP hiring the wrong WordPress developer.

There’s a huge difference between someone who builds with drag-and-drop tools and someone who can architect scalable, secure WordPress systems.

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#WordPress #WordPressDeveloper

[Arsalan Jamshed @arsalanj]

Percentage of South Asian population with access to banking services.

[Arsalan Jamshed @arsalanj]

The ongoing conflict between WP Engine and Automattic has gone too far, causing significant harm to the WordPress community and its developers.

[Gergely Orosz @GergelyOrosz]

WordPress developers, agencies and hosts should be worried:

The same way https://t.co/O735cBzwwe decided to lock out anyone associated with WP Engine: they could decide to do it with others.

WP Engine is suing Automattic. But https://t.co/O735cBzwwe is not Automattic. Is it?

[Massimo @Rainmaker1973]

The strongest country/empire of every century.

[🎞️ sepsi_history]
https://t.co/gDqe4a5SrH

[Arsalan Jamshed @arsalanj]

For those who are wondering why Pakistan is not in this list, U.S News included 87 countries 87 countries in the comprehensive 2023 Best Countries rankings (that includes this subset of powerful countries). The countries had to meet four benchmark criteria to be included in the study:

1. Top 100 countries in terms of gross domestic product in any year from 2017 to 2021, based on World Bank data.

2. Top 100 countries in terms of foreign direct investment inflows in any year from 2017 to 2021, based on World Bank data.

3. Top 100 countries in terms of international tourism receipts or tourism arrivals in any year from 2017 to 2021, based on World Bank data.

4. Top 150 countries in the U.N.'s Human Development Index in any year from 2017 to 2021.

[Arsalan Jamshed @arsalanj]

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[Voicepk.net @voicepkdotnet]

Civil society statement on continued network shutdowns and platform blocking in Pakistan

We, a collective of human rights activists and civil society organisations, express profound concern over the increasing instances of #internetshutdowns and #socialmedia platform blocking, specifically in the lead up to and following the general elections in #Pakistan. These actions not only infringe upon the fundamental rights of #freedomofexpression and access to information but also set a troubling precedent of throttling genuine political discourse in the country.

The arbitrary blocking of platforms, including the prolonged and unannounced disruption of "X" (formerly known as #Twitter), is a sobering illustration of growing digital censorship in the country. Such actions not only silence diverse political voices, but also create an environment which contributes to the spread of misinformation. Today, digital platforms play a pivotal role in shaping public discourse, and ensuring the free flow of information, through these digital mediums, is imperative for an informed society and fair electoral processes. The suppression of digital platforms, especially when initiated without transparency, often lacks adherence to due legal process and thus, undermines Pakistan’s international law commitments.

The complete silence of the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (#PTA) is extremely alarming as they have failed to furnish any reasons for its actions and exceeded its mandate to block an entire internet platform. The absence of transparency in the decision-making processes surrounding network #shutdowns and platform blocking and complete disregard for any accountability has resulted in an obvious erosion of trust between the state and its citizens. We are also dismayed by reports of throttling of #VPNs, undermining people’s access to information and right to privacy.

In light of these concerns, we call for immediate action to reverse the course of digital censorship in Pakistan. Specifically, we urge the government and public bodies to;

- Repeal sections of the law such as Section 37 of PECA that enable censorship and violate Article 19 right to freedom of speech and press freedom and Article 19-A right of access to information

- Act with transparency on decisions that impact the free use of the internet, including for political and economic purposes.

- Issue statement of clarification, outlining the reasons and legal basis for the recent blocking of "X" and other affected platforms.

- Avoid future actions that obstruct the free flow of information and adersely affect political discourse within the countries and take back all legislative proposals expanding control and censorship over the internet including the e-safety bill from the previous government’s tenure should not be revived.

- Abide by #Pakistan’s commitments to uphold freedom of expression and right to access to information under the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR) and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights

We urge the incoming government, regulators and other public bodies to recognise that any action that affects the flow of information and limits citizen’s ability to express themselves, has a direct and lingering impact on citizen’s human rights including the right to political participation.

Signatories:
Organisations

1. AGHS (@Asma_Jahangir)
2. Bolo Bhi (@BoloBhi)
3. Media Matters for Democracy (@mmfd_Pak)
4. Digital Rights Foundation (@DigitalRightsPK)
5. Institute for Research, Advocacy and Development (@IRADAPK)
6. Human Rights Watch (@hrw)
7. Freedom Network (@pressfreedompk)
8. Pakistan Press Foundation (@Pakistan_Press)
9. Bytes for All (@bytesforall)
10. Human RIghts Commission of Pakistan (@HRCP87)

Individuals

1. Muhammad Aftab Alam, Advocate
2. Iqbal Khattak, veteran journalist
3. Adnan Rehmat, media analyst
4. Shafique Chaudhry, Executive Director, Parliamentarians Commission for Human Rights (PCHR)
5. Haroon Baloch, Media & Digital Rights Expert
6. Usama Khilji, Digital Rights Activist, Director Bolo Bhi
7. Munizae Jahangir, Journalist, Editor-in-Chief Voicepk & Co-chair HRCP
8. Imdad Khoso Journalist & Council Member HRCP
9. Salima Hashmi - Council Member HRCP- Artist, Educator, Writer
10. Zohra Yusuf, Council Member, HRCP

#InternetKholo @PTAofficialpk

[Evan @StockMKTNewz]

Nvidia $NVDA vs Intel $INTC: 2014 to today

[Sahil Bloom @SahilBloom]

This cartoon hit me hard…

How many times have you fallen into this trap:

"When I get [X], then I'll be happy"

It's easy to convince yourself that your happiness is contingent upon some external milestones:

• Money
• Promotion
• Fancy stuff
• Hitting the big goal

This "when, then" psychology is dangerous.

These things won't make you happy. Real happiness is an inside job.

Zoom out, reclaim your perspective.

[Ayaz Nanji @ayaznanji]

The 25 Most Valuable Brands in the World [Infographic] https://t.co/YYtqaNrcHh

via @BrandFinance

[Profit @Profitpk]

In a big development, Turkish fintech giant Papara is all set to acquire 100% of SadaPay in a deal that would possibly value SadaPay at $50mn. This deal is going to come with an immediate $10mn FDI into Pakistan in SadaPay [THREAD]

[Historic Vids @historyinmemes]

Evolution of New York (1540-2023)

[Habibullah Khan @Huk06]

Check out this Bangkok building and apartment tour. You get these amenities for 110,000 rupees a month. Moment Thailand gets a digital nomad visa half our freelancers will move there

[Arsalan Jamshed @arsalanj]

@gombala_design It depends on the situation. If it's an event/appointment booking (i.e., the date is closer to the current date), then B will be more suitable. If the date of birth needs to be entered, then A will be better. It's quite annoying when one has to select the date of birth in B.

[Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance @gavi]

We are delighted to announce that the Gavi Board has approved the appointment of Senator Dr @SaniaNishtar as Gavi's Chief Executive Officer as of March 2024! https://t.co/mqPN356IUU

[Profit @Profitpk]

Competition Commission directs consumer brands to ensure full disclosure on product discounts
https://t.co/pqVkNRQYBL

[Mudassir Sheikha @MudassirSheikha]

Political and business leaders in Pakistan must start experiencing the country like normal citizens. There is a lot of simple stuff that's broken, and they, in their VIP bubbles, don't get exposed to regular pathways enough or ever to realize the true state of affairs.

As a start, can the head of civil aviation start going through our airports like a regular traveler; can the mayor of our cities start using public transport at least once a week; and can the CEOs of our companies start using staff washrooms and cafeterias.

Let's raise the bar, let's become the custodians of high standards around us. It's not hard, it's in our control, and it will start a movement iA.

[Erik Goins @erikgoinsHQ]

Distribution > Product



[UsmanSheikh @UsmanHSheikh]

The 12 most creative ads you'll ever see:

1. World Wildlife Foundation

[World of Statistics @stats_feed]

Sinking cities that could disappear by 2100:

1.🇮🇩Jakarta, Indonesia
2.🇳🇬Lagos, Nigeria
3.🇺🇸Houston, Texas
4.🇧🇩Dhaka, Bangladesh
5.🇮🇹Venice, Italy
6.🇺🇸Virginia Beach, Virginia
7.🇹🇭Bangkok, Thailand
8.🇺🇸New Orleans, Louisiana
9.🇳🇱Rotterdam, Netherlands
10.🇪🇬Alexandria, Egypt
11.🇺🇸Miami, Florida

According to World Economic Forum