Ben May from The Code Company - Understanding the Future of Web Development

The Jason and Bart Show

Sep 12 2023 • 29 mins

Ben May from The Code Company - Understanding the Future of Web Development


Join us for a riveting conversation with Ben, founder and managing director of the Code Company. This globally recognized enterprise, WordPress agency, has been solving complex problems for prominent digital publishers in the Asia Pacific region and the U.S. Ben charts his journey from founding his company, weathering an economic downturn, and maneuvering the challenges brought about by the pandemic. We explore hybrid work, the current hiring landscape, and client's aversion to digital marketing. Listen in as we take a deep dive into the discipline and focus it takes to establish and run a niche enterprise in the WordPress space.


As we move along, we delve into the challenges of servicing clients across different time zones. The Code Company is unique in its approach, as it operates within certain time boundaries. Ben also shares his insights on how the company has had to adjust to a more educated and informed client base. With a surge in demand for data-driven solutions, it's fascinating to learn how the Code Company has been able to adapt and stay ahead of the curve.


We end our conversation discussing the future of the internet and web development. Ben shares his thoughts on the potential of chat bots, AI, and the future of domain names. We question whether the internet can exist without websites, and if a shift away from website-based content consumption is imminent. Join us as we ponder the future of AI, the rise of first party data and the martech industry, and even contemplate the idea of a chip implanted in the brain for internet access.


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