WordPress

WordPress 6.8 Release Candidate 2

WordPress /

Release Candidate 2 (RC2) for WordPress 6.8 is available for testing. Do not install it on production sites; use a test server instead. The release is targeted for April 15, 2025. Testing can be done via the WordPress Beta Tester plugin, direct download, command line, or WordPress Playground. Contributions in testing, vulnerability reporting, theme/plugin updates, and translations are encouraged. A haiku expresses the anticipation of bug squashing before the release.

https://wordpress.org/news/2025/04/wordpress-6-8-release-candidate-2/

WordPress 6.8 Release Candidate 1

WordPress /

WordPress 6.8 Release Candidate 1 (RC1) is available for testing, not for use on production sites. Testing is crucial before its official release on April 15, 2025. Four testing methods include using the WordPress Beta Tester plugin, direct download, command line, and WordPress Playground. Contributors can report issues, test themes/plugins, translate WordPress, and enhance security with doubled rewards for vulnerability reporting. For updates on features and technical notes, follow linked resources. Integrate testing efforts into contributions for the open-source community.

https://wordpress.org/news/2025/03/wordpress-6-8-release-candidate-1/

WordPress 6.8 Beta 3

WordPress /

WordPress 6.8 Beta 3 is ready for testing; do not use on production sites. Test on a test server using one of four methods: install Beta Tester plugin, direct download, command line, or use the Playground instance. Final release is set for April 15, 2025. Help is needed for testing upgrades and features; report issues on forums or WordPress Trac. During Beta/RC, vulnerability bounty is doubled. Beta 3 includes updates and fixes for 16 core tickets.

https://wordpress.org/news/2025/03/wordpress-6-8-beta-3/

The History of WordPress: From 2003 to Today

WordPress /

WordPress History Overview: WordPress, dominating the CMS market since its inception in 2003, evolved from b2, a small blogging platform created in 2001. Key milestones include: its naming in 2003, early releases that enabled plugins and themes, the establishment of Automattic, community events like WordCamps, significant funding rounds, and enhancements like WooCommerce and the Gutenberg editor. Despite recent controversies, WordPress remains a vital open-source tool, emphasizing community contributions.

https://webdesign.tutsplus.com/the-history-of-wordpress–cms-109137a

WordPress 6.8 Beta 1

WordPress /

WordPress 6.8 Beta 1 is available for testing; do not use on live sites. Testing can be done via the Beta Tester Plugin, direct download, command line, or WordPress Playground. The final release is set for April 15, 2025. Key improvements include editor enhancements, Style Book for classic themes, speculative browser API support, and bcrypt for password security. Testing feedback is crucial, and a doubled bounty for identifying security vulnerabilities is available. Avoid using this beta with versions older than 5.1.

https://wordpress.org/news/2025/03/wordpress-6-8-beta-1/

Exploring the Potential of AI Content Generators for WordPress Bloggers

WordPress / , ,

Summary:

AI content generators for WordPress offer benefits like increased productivity and SEO enhancement but risk losing originality. Google's focus is on quality, not the content creation method. Users respond mixedly, valuing authenticity over AI-generated content. Concerns about monetization are unfounded as networks prioritize quality. Effective use of AI can enhance creativity and streamline content creation while preserving human voice. Key tools include GetGenie, AI Engine, and RankMath.

https://wplift.com/exploring-the-potential-of-ai-content-generators-for-wordpress-bloggers/

Pingdom Tools

WordPress /

Pingdom offers website speed tests and monitoring tools to enhance site performance through synthetic and real user monitoring. Their services include uptime monitoring, page speed analysis, and transaction monitoring. Users can analyze website load speed, identify bottlenecks, and monitor user experience. Pingdom claims to improve end-user experiences with 24/7 global website monitoring. Resources include tutorials, an API, and mobile apps.

https://tools.pingdom.com/

Scroll to Top