The WordPress media library currently relies on server-side processing for tasks like image resizing. This can result in strained server resources and a subpar user experience. Client-side processing provides a solution to enhance both performance and UX by leveraging the user’s browser capabilities and technologies such as WebAssembly. This presentation dives into the technical aspects of media handling in WordPress and demonstrates the exciting benefits of the new client-side processing approach. It sparks your imagination by showcasing how these powerful new capabilities revolutionize media management and pave the way for new use cases within WordPress core and beyond.