The PrestaShop Developer Conference happened a few weeks ago, and this year’s edition brought together our vibrant community for a day packed with technical insights, product announcements, and open discussions about the future of PrestaShop.
Over the coming weeks, we’ll be publishing a series of blog posts, similar to this one, diving into the event’s sessions, giving you insights and takeaways. Each post will spotlight different talks and themes from the conference.

If you missed the event or want to revisit the key moments, we’ve made all sessions available on PrestaShop’s YouTube channel. Most of the recordings are in French, but you can enable subtitles.

In this post, we’ll focus on two key moments: the opening sessions that set the tone for the day and the closing Q&A where the community asked their questions. Below you will find what you need to watch.

Welcome Speech

Welcome Speech

The conference kicked off with a warm welcome from PrestaShop’s team. Olivier Binet, Managing Director and Alexandre Sarti, Head of Data, set the tone for the day, thanking everyone who contributed to making this year’s conference possible.

This opening address provides essential context for the entire event, celebrating the collaborative spirit that defines the PrestaShop ecosystem. Whether you’re a long-time contributor or new to the community, this is the perfect starting point.

Opening Keynote

Opening Keynote Olivier Fontenelle and Clément Paillasse

PrestaShop’s Chief Technology Officer, Olivier Fontenelle, and Chief Product Officer, Clément Paillasse, took the stage to share their strategic vision for the platform’s future. This keynote looks into PrestaShop 9, upcoming features, security, a new certification and product guidelines.

Olivier and Clément discussed key priorities including performance improvements, developer experience enhancements, and the evolving architecture that will power next-generation ecommerce. If you want to understand where PrestaShop is heading and how you can align your projects with the platform’s trajectory, watching this session is essential.

Q&A Session with the PrestaShop Team

QandA session with the PrestaShop team

The conference concluded with an extensive Q&A session where the PrestaShop team answered questions directly from the community. This 43-minute discussion covers a wide range of topics, from artificial intelligence to strategic decisions about PrestaShop’s future.

This unscripted session offers rare insight into the thinking behind PrestaShop’s development choices and provides clarity on common concerns. The team’s transparency and willingness to engage with the audience’s questions demonstrates the open source values at the heart of PrestaShop. Whether you’re curious about specific features, contribution processes, or the broader vision, you’ll find valuable answers here.