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WordPress Playground Brings Speed, Stability, and Momentum
From wordpress.org Source: Read More WordPress Playground had a busy year in 2025, with updates that make it more capable for day-to-day development, plugin previews, and learning environments. The project’s…
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Matt Mullenweg on WooCommerce’s Future and Competitive Strengths in Online Commerce
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More In a special relaunch episode of Do the Woo, hosts discuss WooCommerce’s evolution with Matt Mullenweg, exploring its advantages, community impact, and future innovations. From…
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WordPress.org X Account Sparks Backlash Over FAIR Jab
From therepository.email Source: Read More The official WordPress.org X account drew criticism last week after a mocking reply about the FAIR project sparked pushback from developers and community leaders over…
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WordPress Plugins Team Reviewed Record 12,713 Plugins in 2025 as Submissions Doubled
From therepository.email Source: Read More The WordPress Plugins Team reviewed a record 12,713 plugins in 2025, a 40.6% increase on the previous year, as submission volumes surged and the team…
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Misunderstandings Over AI Use Fuel Confusion Around WordPress.org Plugin Reviews
From therepository.email Source: Read More Concerns about how the WordPress Plugins Team uses AI surfaced last week after a Reddit post claimed that “AI-curated” review scanners were blocking legitimate plugins…
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Do the Woo Live with Matt Mullenweg Kicks Off January 14, 2026
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More On January 14, 2026, at 15:00 UTC, the Do the Woo podcast returns live with hosts Katie Keith and James Kemp, featuring Matt Mullenweg discussing…
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Making Accessibility Fun and Brain-Friendly for Web Developers and Designers
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More In this episode, Anne Bovelett chats with Gehirngerecht founders Nina Jameson and Tobias Ruppelt, discussing their mission to promote digital accessibility through engaging workshops and…
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WordPress 7.0 Planning Continues With Call for Release Squad Volunteers
From therepository.email Source: Read More With WordPress 7.0 already in alpha, the project is now taking the next practical step: assembling the team that will be responsible for shipping it.…
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WordPress to Drop PHP 7.2 and 7.3 Support With WordPress 7.0
From therepository.email Source: Read More WordPress will drop support for PHP 7.2 and 7.3 with the release of WordPress 7.0, currently scheduled for April 2026. WordPress Security Team rep John…
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WP Engine Acquires Big Bite, Bringing Newsroom Expertise In-House
From therepository.email Source: Read More WP Engine has acquired UK-based enterprise agency Big Bite, best known for its work with global news organizations including The Times, The Wall Street Journal,…
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Eight Years and 1.53 Million Seconds Later
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More With enough words spoken to fill the Harry Potter series three times over, BobWP shares some fun numbers on this 8th year of the podcast.…
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How to Spot a Committed Business Partner (and Avoid Red Flags)
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More Successful partnerships hinge on genuine commitment, proactive engagement, and collaborative effort, requiring integration across teams and mutual benefits beyond mere visibility for lasting success. From…
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Building Successful Collaboration Through Communication in WordPress Release Teams
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More In the world of open source, communication stands out as a key factor for successful collaboration. WordPress release teams unite contributors from all around the…
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Do the Woo / Open Channels FM 2025 Pathway
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More For Open Channels FM 2025 has been a windy pathway that has led to a sweet spot for us in 2026. From openchannels.fm Source: Read…
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The Stories You Read Most in 2025
From therepository.email Source: Read More Looking back on 2025, it’s a little wild how much actually happened — and how many huge stories we covered. From contributor bans and Automattic…
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Proposed 2026 Release Schedule Ties Major WordPress Versions to Flagship Events
From therepository.email Source: Read More A proposed schedule for WordPress in 2026 confirms plans to return to three major releases next year, with dates timed to coincide with WordCamp Asia,…
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Real-Time Collaboration Shows Promise in Early WordPress VIP Testing
From therepository.email Source: Read More Real-world testing of real-time collaboration in WordPress involving WordPress VIP customers has shown promising results, as contributors continue working through questions around its possible inclusion…
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Delivering Customer Value Through Collaborative Ecosystem Partnerships
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More In this podcast, Jonathan chats with Sandra from Greyd and Tim from BigScoots about forming strong partnerships in WordPress. They share tips on success, collaboration,…
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Court Dismisses WP Engine Customer Class Action Against Automattic, Allows Amended Complaint
From therepository.email Source: Read More A U.S. federal judge has dismissed a proposed class action brought by two WP Engine customers against Automattic and WordPress co-founder Matt Mullenweg, finding that…
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WordPress Campus Connect Zaragoza 2026
From wordcamp.org Source: Read More Campus Connect de WordPress llega a Zaragoza el 23 de enero con una jornada 100% práctica pensada para que el alumnado de FP descubra hasta…
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Drupal 11.3.0 is now available
From drupal.org Source: Read More The third feature release of Drupal 11 is here with the biggest performance boost in a decade. Serve 26-33% more requests with the same database…
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Why Context Matters in Accessibility Conversations
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More Discussions on digital accessibility should prioritize context and collaboration among teams, focusing on empathy and practical scenarios to enhance user experience and support. From openchannels.fm…
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Do the Woo Returns as a WooCommerce-Focused Podcast On OpenChannels.fm
From therepository.email Source: Read More Do the Woo is back, returning to its roots as a podcast focused squarely on WooCommerce. The long-running brand relaunched on the OpenChannels.fm network this…
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Open Channels FM Announces the Return of Do the Woo as a Dedicated WooCommerce Podcast
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More PRESS RELEASE: The relaunch of the Do the Woo podcast under the Open Channels network aims to create a dedicated platform for the WooCommerce ecosystem.…
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Relaunching Do the Woo Podcast for the WooCommerce Ecosystem
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More Today we are officially announcing the relaunch of Do the Woo as a fully dedicated WooCommerce podcast under the Open Channels network. The show returns…
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Do the Woo Podcast is Back with Conversations for Builders, Merchants, and Developers
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More The “Do the Woo” podcast is returning, focusing on WooCommerce insights, featuring industry leaders. It will include lively discussions, audience Q&As, and monthly episodes with…
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The SEO Framework Creator Launches Troy as Alternative to WordPress.org Plugin Distribution
From therepository.email Source: Read More Sybre Waaijer, best known as the creator of The SEO Framework, has launched Troy, a new open source project that allows developers to distribute and…
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WordPress 6.9.1 Maintenance Release Planned for January After Bug Reports
From therepository.email Source: Read More WordPress core contributors have flagged that a maintenance release for WordPress 6.9 is likely in January, following post-release bug reports involving CSS changes, email delivery…
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State of Enterprise 2025: WordPress Usage Deepens as Long-Term Commitment Jumps to 95%
From therepository.email Source: Read More Enterprises are increasingly committing to WordPress, with new survey data showing 95% of organisations plan to continue using the platform, up sharply from 75% last…
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WordPress 7.0 Planning Kicks Off With a Big List — Including Real-Time Collaboration and an Admin Refresh
From therepository.email Source: Read More With WordPress 6.9 now released, core contributors have turned their attention to WordPress 7.0 — and an early look at its possible scope, spanning real-time…
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WooCommerce Named Launch Partner as Stripe Debuts Agentic Commerce Suite
From therepository.email Source: Read More Stripe has launched its new Agentic Commerce Suite, a platform designed to let businesses sell through AI shopping agents using a single integration, with WooCommerce…
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WordPress 6.9: From Streamlined Content Creation to Powerful Developer Tools
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More In this episode, contributors Akshaya Rane, Birgit Pauli-Haack, and Krupa Nanda discuss the collaborative process behind WordPress 6.9, highlighting features, performance upgrades, and emphasizing community…
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2026 Global Partner Program Announcement
From wordpress.org Source: Read More Become a driving force behind WordPress innovation by joining the Global Community Sponsorship Program: a comprehensive initiative that supports the events and people powering our…
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WordPress Playground’s 2025 Review Highlights Advances in Compatibility, Performance, and Developer Tooling
From therepository.email Source: Read More WordPress Playground creator Adam Zieliński has published the project’s 2025 year-in-review, tracking improvements in performance, compatibility, and developer tooling as Playground’s adoption continued to grow.…
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WordPress AI Team Outlines Vision for AI as a “Fundamental” Part of WordPress
From therepository.email Source: Read More The WordPress AI Team is calling for a fundamental rethink of how AI fits into WordPress. In a new post on the Make WordPress Core…
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Growth, Hackathons, and Gratitude Lessons from an Eventful 2025
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More Zach Stepek and Carl Alexander recap their 2025 experiences, highlighting personal growth, industry events, business developments, and health journeys. They emphasize gratitude and reflect on…
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WordPress Misconfiguration Blamed for UK Budget Leak as OBR Chair Resigns
From therepository.email Source: Read More WordPress has been making headlines in the UK, and not the kind anyone enjoys. A misconfigured plugin on the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) website…
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Enqueue Shows Why Australia Needed a Developer-Focused WordPress Event
From therepository.email Source: Read More At WordCamp Sydney last year, Ben May told me he wanted to organise an event, something aimed at developers who don’t typically go to WordCamps.…
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Drupal Canvas is Now Available: Inside Drupal’s New Visual Page Builder
From drupal.org Source: Read More For years, Drupal has been the platform of choice for organizations that need serious digital capabilities—think universities managing millions of pages, government agencies with complex…
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State of the Word 2025: AI, Education, and a Community Holding Steady Through a “Rollercoaster” Year
From therepository.email Source: Read More WordPress co-founder Matt Mullenweg delivered his annual State of the Word address yesterday from Salesforce Tower in San Francisco as the project marked the release…