WordPress build tooling is undergoing a massive shift with @wordpress/build. By replacing Webpack with esbuild and introducing convention-based discovery, this next-gen tool eliminates manual PHP registration and slashes build times from minutes to seconds. Learn why this transition matters for the future of WordPress plugin architecture and performance.
The WordPress 7.0 Release is officially delayed to address real-time collaboration feedback. In an unprecedented move, the release is returning to a beta phase while keeping ‘Release Candidate’ version numbering due to technical update constraints. Learn how to handle testing and what this means for your development workflow during this pause.
WordPress 7.0 introduces real-time collaboration, but the default HTTP polling can be a performance bottleneck. Learn how to build a custom sync provider using WebSockets and Yjs to achieve low-latency editing. We cover the sync.providers filter, security considerations with REST API tokens, and architectural best practices for enterprise-level WordPress installations.
WordPress 7.0 is introducing groundbreaking APIs, including the AI Client and Connectors API, while extending its release cycle for stability. Senior developer Ahmad Wael breaks down the technical nuances of the latest Dev Chat, covering UI overhauls, the YouTube Cover block controversy, and how to prepare for the future of AI-driven WordPress development.
WordPress 7.0 is bringing built-in AI capabilities to core through the new AI Client and Abilities API. Senior developer Ahmad Wael breaks down why this architectural shift matters, how to use the new API, and what to expect from the Core AI Team at WordCamp Asia 2026 in Mumbai.
WordCamp Asia 2026 Contributor Day in Mumbai is set to be a massive event, coinciding with the live release of WordPress 7.0. As a senior dev with 14+ years of experience, I’m sharing my survival guide to help you avoid setup frustration, prepare your Docker environment, and contribute effectively during this milestone.
The WordPress 7.0 release is delayed to address critical architectural concerns regarding real-time collaboration. Ahmad Wael breaks down the debate between using transients versus custom database tables, the performance impact of HTTP polling, and why your legacy metaboxes might break the new collaborative features. Learn why this delay is a win for stability.
WordPress 7.0 has entered the Release Candidate phase, but a technical issue in ticket #64393 has delayed branching until RC2. This shift requires double sign-offs for all commits and creates a temporary block for translators. Here is my take on how to navigate these strict core policies during the 7.0 cycle.
The WordPress 7.0 Release Candidate phase has entered its second stage, shifting focus to extreme stability. With trunk moving to 7.1-alpha, developers must navigate new backporting policies, strict sign-offs, and a hard string freeze. This technical breakdown covers how to manage your testing environments and what to expect before the final release.
WordPress 7.0 RC2 is officially ready for testing. With the final release scheduled for April 9, 2026, senior developers should focus on stress-testing real-time collaboration and the stabilized AI Connectors. This guide covers the WP-CLI testing method and critical areas to monitor before the hard string freeze concludes.