MetaJanuary 11, 2025
Joost/Karim Fork
Making great software, great product that stands the test of time and not just survives but thrives through monumental technological shifts is incredibly hard. That challenge is…
By Matt Mullenweg · 6 min read
All posts
1,096 posts from the archive · page 7 of 92
DesignJanuary 2, 2025
WordPress Themes Need More Weird: A Call for Creative Digital Homes
The modern web has gradually shifted from a vibrant tapestry of personal expression to a landscape of identical designs, where millions of websites share not just similar…
By Nick Hamze · 2 min read
GeneralDecember 20, 2024
Holiday Break
In order to give myself and the many tired volunteers around WordPress.org a break for the holidays, we’re going to be pausing a few of the free services currently offered: We’re…
By Matt Mullenweg · 1 min read
EventsDecember 16, 2024
State of the Word 2024: Legacy, Innovation, and Community
On a memorable evening in Tokyo, State of the Word 2024 brought together WordPress enthusiasts from around the world—hundreds in person and millions more online. This event marked…
By Nicholas Garofalo · 11 min read
GeneralDecember 16, 2024
Write Books With the Block Editor
If you need a little push to start writing this winter, in the comfort of your familiar editor, here it is! You can now use the Block Editor to create electronic books and other…
By Ella Van Durpe · 2 min read
GeneralDecember 11, 2024
Openverse.org: A Sight for Sore Eyes
Openverse.org, the vibrant platform for openly licensed media, has introduced a sleek and modern Dark Mode feature. This new site theme is designed to enhance users’ comfort and…
By Brett McSherry · 1 min read
ReleasesNovember 21, 2024
WordPress 6.7.1 Maintenance Release
WordPress 6.7.1 is now available! This minor release features 16 bug fixes throughout Core and the Block Editor. WordPress 6.7.1 is a fast-follow release with a strict focus on…
By Jonathan Desrosiers · 2 min read
GeneralNovember 12, 2024
WordPress 6.7 “Rollins”
WordPress 6.7, code-named ‘Rollins,’ celebrates legendary jazz saxophonist Sonny Rollins and debuts the sleek, versatile Twenty Twenty-Five theme, designed for any blog, any…
By Matt Mullenweg · 15 min read
DevelopmentNovember 5, 2024
WordPress 6.7 Release Candidate 3
The third release candidate (RC3) for WordPress 6.7 is ready for download and testing! This version of the WordPress software is under development. Please do not install, run, or…
By David Baumwald · 3 min read
DevelopmentOctober 29, 2024
WordPress 6.7 Release Candidate 2
The second release candidate (RC2) for WordPress 6.7 is ready for download and testing! This version of the WordPress software is under development. Please do not install, run, or…
By David Baumwald · 3 min read
CommunityOctober 23, 2024
WordPress Community Creates 1,000 Block Themes in 1,000 Days
In nearly 1,000 days, the WordPress community has created 1,000 Block themes—coming together to use the full potential of the Site Editor and unleash new creative possibilities…
By annezazu · 1 min read
DevelopmentOctober 22, 2024
WordPress 6.7 Release Candidate 1
The first release candidate (RC1) for WordPress 6.7 is ready for download and testing! This version of the WordPress software is under development. Please do not install, run, or…
By David Baumwald · 3 min read