Ever wondered how to add interactivity to your WordPress blocks? 🤔 Check out our latest guide on creating a word switcher effect using core WordPress APIs! It’s all about enhancing both the editor and visitor experiences without relying on external libraries.
Dive in here: https://developer.wordpress.org/news/2025/12/word-switcher-extending-core-blocks-with-interactivity/
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A lot of Test Team work is currently carried out by a small number of contributors. To make contributing more sustainable, the team is introducing clearer participation guidelines and piloting a Test Team Training Program in January 2026. The goal is to help more contributors build practical testing skills and plug into the workflow with clarity.
Interested? First cohort has 5 spots: https://make.wordpress.org/test/2025/12/17/test-team-training-program-restructuring-plans-for-2026/
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Developing a WordPress plugin? Don’t overlook the power of automated unit tests! They ensure the reliability of your code and prevent regressions across diverse environments.
Check out this comprehensive guide to set up unit tests for your plugin and boost your development workflow: https://developer.wordpress.org/news/2025/12/how-to-add-automated-unit-tests-to-your-wordpress-plugin/
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ALTState of the Word 2025 showcased a thriving WordPress community, with innovation and collaboration. From the groundbreaking live release of WordPress 6.9 to AI integration, we’re crafting the future together.
Read more: https://wordpress.org/news/2025/12/sotw-2025/
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WordPress 6.9, “Gene,” is now available, introducing significant upgrades and new features, including the AI Experiments plugin, experimental blocks, and enhanced performance tools.
Dive into the full details and learn how these changes can benefit your projects: https://developer.wordpress.org/news/2025/12/whats-new-for-developers-december-2025/ Happy holidays!
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Discover the stunning views of the Dolomites in Italy captured by Anne McCarthy. This early hike photo offers a glimpse of the epic landscapes that await.
Dive into her full story and more photos with WP Photos: https://wpphotos.info/house-on-a-cliff/
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From classrooms to contributors. From accessibility to AI. State of the Word 2025 showed how WordPress is growing in every direction. Relive the full event today.
🎥 Watch the replay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U_DF4-23C8Q
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Join the drive for WordPress innovation! Our 2026 Global Community Sponsorship Program offers your organization the opportunity to gain international visibility while supporting local events. Foster collaboration and growth in the WordPress ecosystem.
Learn more about becoming a Global Sponsor: https://wordpress.org/news/2025/12/2026-global-partner-program/
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🎓 From first contribution to first website, and now the first WP Credits graduate!
In her final presentation, Marta Gallorini shared the technical and transferable skills she gained through real contributions to WordPress.
Ready to build your own story?
Start with WordPress Credits: https://wordpress.org/education/credits/
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See Marta Gallorini’s presentation here: https://wordpress.tv/2025/12/04/marta-gallorini-wordpress-credits/
The future of the open web is still human. 🌐✨
James LePage shared why writing, publishing, and expressing ourselves online matters more than ever in an AI-powered world, and how WordPress will remain the center of it.
Watch the clip and dive into the full State of the Word recap:
🔗 https://wordpress.org/news/2025/12/sotw-2025/
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