FOP Days 2025 - a wrap-up

The 2025 edition of Friends of Presta (FOP) Days has come to an end, leaving behind two days of discussions, technical insights, and networking. Held on March 26-27 at Le Nida in Issy-les-Moulineaux, the event brought together developers, agencies, and ecommerce professionals from the PrestaShop community.

Collaboration and improving expertise

Organized by Friends of Presta, a French non-profit association in the PrestaShop ecosystem, this event was all about collaboration and innovation. From technical workshops to business strategy talks, attendees had the opportunity to exchange ideas, improve their expertise, and contribute to the future of open source ecommerce.

Key takeaways from FOP Days 2025

• Hands-on technical presentations: participants engaged in discussions and presentations on SEO, security, and new advancements in PrestaShop. These exchanges provided fresh perspectives and practical solutions for ecommerce professionals.
• Staying informed with partners: at the event, the partner booths allowed attendees to be informed about ecommerce technology, new advancements and payment options. The interactions gave visitors the chance to explore solutions and connect with experts.
• Genius Bar discussions: the PrestaShop SA team played an active role, engaging with attendees, answering questions, and discussing the platform’s future. The Genius Bar was a highlight, giving participants the chance to get hands-on advice and technical support.

Networking and community growth

Beyond the scheduled sessions, the FOP Days provided many opportunities for informal meetups and networking. Participants from different backgrounds exchanged ideas and built connections that will lead to future projects.

Notable talks from the PrestaShop SA team

Among the many presentations given during the two days, PrestaShop spoke during two sessions. The first one was a talk by Agathe Aumont from PrestaShop, titled “Towards Safer Personalization”, exploring strategies for making personalization more secure, with a Q&A session to answer the participants’ questions.

The second session was with Paule Morizot and Sarah Dib of PrestaShop, who also delivered an inspiring presentation titled “Call for Contributions - Join the PrestaShop Movement!”, proposing to developers to actively participate in shaping PrestaShop’s future through open source contributions.

What’s next?

As the FOP Days 2025 ended, the momentum and ideas exchanged over the two days will continue to drive the PrestaShop community forward. Discussions are already continuing within the Friends of Presta Slack group, and the connections made at the event will no doubt lead to new collaborations.

A huge thank you to everyone who attended—speakers, participants, and organizers alike—for making this event such a success. Your engagement and enthusiasm are what keep the Friends of Presta community strong and thriving.

See you at the next FOP Days!

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