WordPress AI Experiments 0.2.0 has been released, introducing AI-powered excerpt generation and a new “Abilities Explorer” for developers. Ahmad Wael explains why this release is a critical step toward standardizing AI within WordPress Core, moving beyond simple chatbots to a robust framework for registering and testing AI-powered editorial abilities.
The WordPress 6.9.1 release is officially scheduled for February 3, 2026. This bug-fix-only maintenance release aims to resolve regressions and stability issues introduced in the 6.9 cycle. With a series of bug scrubs planned throughout late January, site owners and developers should prepare for this essential update to restore core site stability.
WordPress Core AI has hit its six-month milestone, moving foundational building blocks like the Abilities API and WP Client AI SDK into a stable state. With several features slated for WordPress 6.9 and a clear roadmap for 7.0, developers must now align with these new core standards for AI integration and agentic functionality.
Stop wasting billable hours on Nginx configs and server patches. In this guide, I explain why Managed Hosting is the pragmatic choice for serious WordPress developers, covering server-level caching, security at the edge, and the technical debt of DIY server management. Learn how to optimize for stability and ROI.
WooCommerce 10.5 is removing the AccessiblePrivateMethods trait, a legacy tool used to hook into private methods. While originally intended for internal use, many extensions adopted it. This guide explains how to refactor your code using public methods and @internal annotations to prevent fatal errors and ensure your online store stays fully functional after the update.
WooCommerce is shifting toward a block-first future, and the Developer Advocacy team is heading to Zagreb to discuss the 2026 roadmap. From the Interactivity API to AI-driven features and checkout extensibility, these WooCommerce Platform Updates are changing how we build stores. Stop relying on legacy hooks and embrace the modern stack.
The formal nomination process for the 2026 WordPress Core Team Reps has officially begun. This administrative role is crucial for project coordination, from hosting weekly Dev Chats to monitoring major releases. Learn about the responsibilities, time commitment, and how to nominate before the January 31 deadline.
The WordPress AI Client is moving toward Core 7.0 inclusion with major updates in v0.4.0. Senior dev Ahmad Wael breaks down the transition to provider-agnostic SDKs, PSR-14 event dispatching, and why extracting providers into separate repositories is essential for performance and maintainability as we approach the February Beta 1 milestone.
WordPress 7.0 developer features are officially on the horizon. Senior developer Ahmad Wael breaks down the latest Gutenberg 22.3 updates, including responsive grid improvements, the new dedicated Font Library screen, and the evolution of PHP-only block registration. Learn why these changes matter for your production sites and how to prepare for the future of WP.
WordPress 7.0 Development is officially moving to drop support for PHP 7.2 and 7.3. Ahmad Wael breaks down the latest Dev Chat highlights, including the debate over the PHP filter extension, the call for release volunteers, and why shedding legacy technical debt is the right move for the ecosystem’s future performance.