WordPress 7.0 introduces native viewport-based block visibility, allowing developers to show or hide blocks on mobile, tablet, or desktop. However, there is a critical distinction between CSS-based hiding and DOM exclusion that affects performance and server-side parsing. Learn how to refactor your code for the new metadata structure.
WordPress 7.0 introduces native Custom CSS for individual block instances, finally eliminating the need for complex workarounds involving custom classes and Global Styles. This update uses hash-based scoped classes to ensure instance-specific styling remains clean, maintainable, and properly prioritized over default theme styles in the Block Editor.
Stop fighting div-based dropdowns. The new Customizable Select API is a game-changer for front-end developers, allowing deep CSS customization of the native
Mastering Tailwind CSS Layouts means moving beyond naming conventions and embracing structural clarity. Learn how utility-first design reduces mental overhead, eliminates naming fatigue, and allows for contextual flexibility in your front-end development. Discover why keeping layout logic in your HTML is a senior dev’s secret to maintainable code.
WordPress 7.0 Pattern Editing introduces a major shift by defaulting unsynced patterns to contentOnly mode. This change protects layouts but requires developers to update block.json roles and audit nested block attributes. Learn how to use the new listView support and the PHP filters to manage these restrictive editing environments effectively.
WordPress 7.0 introduces native width, height, and dimension presets to the block supports system. This update replaces hacky custom attributes with standardized UI and theme.json controls, allowing developers to build cleaner, more consistent block editors without redundant React code or custom CSS. Learn how to opt in and refactor your blocks.
WordPress has opened the call for volunteers for the Twenty Twenty-Seven default theme, scheduled for release with version 7.2 in December 2026. This post explores the technical challenges of core theme development, the aggressive timeline, and why senior developers should consider contributing to the future of the block-based ecosystem.
Stop using brittle clip-path hacks for beveled or scooped corners. The new CSS corner-shape property provides a native, performant way to transform UI elements like ribbon badges and product cards. Ahmad Wael explains how to implement this Chromium-exclusive feature using progressive enhancement and modern CSS layers to clean up your codebase.
Monikka Spruyt left the corporate world to build Connect Holistic Health. Instead of drowning in DIY technical hurdles, she utilized the WordPress Website Design Service to scale her mission. Learn why professional builds are the ultimate time-for-money decision for solopreneurs looking to launch high-performance membership and e-commerce sites without the burnout.
Gutenberg 22.7 introduces the foundational AI Connectors API, enabling standardized third-party integrations. This release also marks a major milestone by enabling Real-Time Collaboration (RTC) by default, alongside improved style variation previews and developer-focused enhancements like phpMyAdmin support in wp-env. It’s a clear signal of the architectural direction for WordPress 7.0.