Category: WordPress
Tag cloud
codeinwp.com drupal.org Events events.drupal.org host openchannels.fm podcast-webshow poststatus.com RSS therepository.email typo3.org wordcamp.org wordpress.org wpshout.com wptavern.com
-
Inside FAIR’s Approach to Security: A New Model for WordPress Package Safety
From therepository.email Source: Read More Last week, participants at the CloudFest USA Hackathon built a working security integration connecting FAIR and Patchstack, demonstrating something the FAIR project has been architecting…
-
Woo Launches Reddit Integration, Expanding Its Push Into Social-Commerce Channels
From therepository.email Source: Read More Woo has launched a new Reddit for WooCommerce integration, giving store owners a direct way to reach shoppers on Reddit. The integration is available now…
-
WordPress Global Sponsorship Drops Flat Fee, Returns to Tiered Pricing for 2026
From therepository.email Source: Read More WordPress’s global sponsorship program is switching back to tiered pricing in 2026 after a year-long experiment with a flat fee, with costs rising for companies…
-
WP Engine Moves to Dismiss Automattic’s Counterclaims, Arguing They Were Filed Too Late
From therepository.email Source: Read More WP Engine has fired back at Automattic’s countersuit with a motion to dismiss all seven counterclaims, telling the U.S. District Court the trademark allegations are…
-
Building a Culture of Openness and Growth Around Accessibility in Tech
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More In this episode, Anne Bovelett discusses web accessibility with Marc Haunschild, emphasizing its benefits and challenges. They provide practical advice for developers, advocate for diverse…
-
WordPress 6.9 Release Candidate 1
From wordpress.org Source: Read More The first Release Candidate (“RC1”) for WordPress 6.9 is ready for download and testing! This version of the WordPress software is still under development. Please…
-
Insights Into Successfully Rebranding Your Podcast
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More Rebranding a podcast involves much more than updating a logo or picking a new name. It is a transformative process that requires thoughtful planning, flexibility,…
-
FAIR and Patchstack Build Security MVP at CloudFest USA Hackathon
From therepository.email Source: Read More This story was produced in collaboration with Mark Szymanski and Adam Weeks. Check out Mark’s full interview with the CloudFest USA Hackathon leads. Real-time security…
-
Real-Time Collaboration Flagged for WordPress 7.0 Amid Ongoing Technical Challenges
From therepository.email Source: Read More WordPress is moving closer to Google Docs-style collaborative editing. In an update on Phase 3 of the Gutenberg roadmap posted this week, Automattic-sponsored contributor Anne…
-
Letters of Protest Fail to Stop ‘Managed WordPress’ and ‘Hosted WordPress’ U.S. Trademark Bids
From therepository.email Source: Read More The WordPress Foundation’s bid to trademark “Managed WordPress” and “Hosted WordPress” in the United States remains on track for registration after the U.S. Patent and…
-
WordPress 6.9 Beta 3
From wordpress.org Source: Read More WordPress 6.9 Beta 3 is available for download and testing! This beta version of the WordPress software is still under development. Please don’t install, run,…
-
State of the Word 2025 Set for San Francisco, Coinciding With WordPress 6.9 Release
From therepository.email Source: Read More WordPress co-founder Matt Mullenweg will deliver this year’s State of the Word in San Francisco on December 2, the same day WordPress 6.9 is set…
-
Automattic and the Internet Archive Launch Plugin to Combat Link Rot
From therepository.email Source: Read More Automattic has teamed up with the Internet Archive to launch a new plugin designed to fight one of the web’s oldest problems: link rot. The…
-
Why Simplicity Matters in Website Analytics
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More Website analytics are an essential part of running any site, but many people get lost in complicated dashboards and too many choices. It might seem…
-
Episode 700 and The Biggest Lesson Learned With a Rebrand
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More As we hit 700 episodes, BobWP catches us up on the rebrand. From openchannels.fm Source: Read More
-
WordPress Plugins Team Rolls Out Automatic Security Scans for All Plugin Updates
From therepository.email Source: Read More The WordPress Plugins Team is now automatically scanning every plugin update on WordPress.org for security, compatibility, and compliance issues, expanding its use of automation to…
-
How a Camping Trip Illustrates the Power of Storytelling in Tech
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More Rae Morey, WordPress journalist and podcast host, recently shared a story on Open Channels FM about a camping trip that revealed just how effective storytelling…
-
WordPress Community Team Calls for Contributors to Rebuild WordCamp Tooling
From therepository.email Source: Read More The WordPress Community Team is calling for contributors to help overhaul the tools that power WordCamps, including CampTix, the ticketing plugin organizers have long wanted…
-
WordPress 6.9 Beta 2
From wordpress.org Source: Read More WordPress 6.9 Beta 2 is now ready for testing! This beta version of the WordPress software is under development. Please do not install, run, or…
-
Episode Milestones and Back Behind the Mic
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More Bob’s gearing up for episode 700! He reflects on milestones, announces the end of solo episodes, and hints at more guest chats ahead. From openchannels.fm…
-
Blocktober Wraps Up as Telex Inspires a Wave of WordPress Experimentation
From therepository.email Source: Read More As October winds down, so too does Blocktober, Tammie Lister’s month-long challenge to create a WordPress block every day with Automattic’s experimental AI tool, Telex.…
-
The Open Web, A History of an Ideal
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More The open web is a decentralized, accessible space rooted in collaboration and innovation. From its beginnings with TCP/IP to modern movements, it emphasizes user control…
-
WordPress Foundation and WooCommerce Join Countersuit Against WP Engine, Alleging Trademark Infringement and False Advertising
From therepository.email Source: Read More The WordPress Foundation and WooCommerce have joined Automattic and Matt Mullenweg in countersuing WP Engine, accusing the hosting company of trademark infringement, false advertising, and…
-
FAIR and Patchstack Joining Forces at CloudFest USA Hackathon to Build New Security Integration
From therepository.email Source: Read More The first-ever CloudFest USA Hackathon, taking place November 4 in Miami, will bring together contributors from the FAIR project, Patchstack, and several hosting companies to…
-
WordCamp Canada 2025 Fosters Connections Between Generations of WordPress Users
From therepository.email Source: Read More Canada’s largest gathering of WordPress enthusiasts drew a strong turnout at Carleton University last weekend, sparking new conversations about the future of the open web.…
-
WooCommerce 10.3 Brings Cost of Goods Sold to Core, MCP Beta for AI Integrations
From therepository.email Source: Read More WooCommerce 10.3 was released this week, introducing one of the most requested features for store owners: Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) tracking is now part…
-
Devin Walker Joins Automattic as Artistic Director for Jetpack
From therepository.email Source: Read More Automattic has hired GiveWP co-founder Devin Walker as Artistic Director for Jetpack, where he will lead the product’s design, branding, and user experience. Walker announced…
-
The Power of Customer Support and Building Relationships in SaaS
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More Strong customer support is key for SaaS success. Building relationships with users and hosting providers boosts satisfaction and can be a powerful marketing tool. From…
-
WordPress 6.9 Beta 1 Now Available and Ready for Testing
From therepository.email Source: Read More WordPress 6.9 Beta 1 was released on Tuesday for testing ahead of its planned December 2 release. The release introduces expanded template management, an upgraded…
-
Transforming Website Analytics for WordPress Users with a Privacy-First Approach
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More In this episode, Adam chats with the creators of Independent Analytics, a WordPress plugin focusing on user-friendly, privacy-oriented website stats. They highlight its benefits over…
-
5 Best Image Optimization Plugins for WordPress Tested on Real Images
Source: WPShout Looking for the best image optimization plugin for WordPress? To help you choose, we went hands-on with five popular options and ran our own tests. See the results…
-
From Identica to ActivityPub: How Open Social Protocols Are Shaping the Future of the Web
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More The Fediverse, shaped by pioneers like Evan Prodromou, evolved from Identica to ActivityPub, fostering decentralization and user control. It contrasts corporate social networks by promoting…
-
Key Takeaways From Matt Mullenweg’s WordCamp Canada 2025 Town Hall
From therepository.email Source: Read More As part of this year’s WordCamp Canada, WordPress co-founder and Automattic CEO Matt Mullenweg hosted a town hall with attendees to answer questions and have…
-
Automattic Again Pushes to Dismiss WP Engine’s Antitrust Claims Amid Dispute Over Redacted Excerpts
From therepository.email Source: Read More Automattic has again asked the U.S. District Court to throw out WP Engine’s antitrust and extortion-related claims. At the same time, both companies are wrangling…
-
WPManageNinja Launches FluentCart, Aiming to Bring Speed and Simplicity to Ecommerce for WordPress
From therepository.email Source: Read More A new ecommerce contender has entered the WordPress space. This week, WPManageNinja officially launched FluentCart, a self-hosted plugin that promises to make selling products and…
-
The WP Minute Launches Courses, Starting With WordPress Hosting
From therepository.email Source: Read More The WP Minute is stepping into education. The publication best known for its interviews, podcasts, and community commentary has launched courses, a new learning initiative…
-
10Web Launches Vibe for WordPress, Another AI Builder That Turns Prompts Into Full Sites
From therepository.email Source: Read More AI-powered site builders are having a moment in WordPress, and 10Web is the latest company to throw its hat into the ring. This week, the…
-
From Treehouses to Tech: The Lifelong Friendship Behind DocsBot
From therepository.email Source: Read More For as long as Aaron Edwards and Joshua Dailey have known each other, they’ve been building things together. After meeting in fifth grade and all…
-
Why Focus Matters When Building a Successful WordPress Plugin Business
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More Learn the importance of focus in scaling a WordPress plugin, advocating for prioritizing core products over numerous side projects to achieve long-term success. From openchannels.fm…
-
How Great Storytelling Builds Brand Loyalty and Differentiates Products
From openchannels.fm Source: Read More In this episode, Rae and Adam dig into why storytelling is key for brands to shine in WordPress, sharing tips on connection, differentiation, and authentic…