March 18, 2024 — In this lesson, we will learn how and where to find help with WordPress when you need it the most.

March 18, 2024 — In this lesson, we will learn how to manage spam using WordPress’s built-in features or an anti-spam plugin.

March 14, 2024 — In this lesson we will explore the global settings and styles of a WordPress theme.

We will describe the purpose of a WordPress theme’s theme.json file, explore the JSON format and the structure of theme.json, and understand the hierarchy used for loading the setting and style configurations of a website.

March 14, 2024 — In this lesson we will explore templates used in WordPress themes.

We will describe what theme templates are and how WordPress handles the final markup for you, understand how the templating system works, list and describe the typical templates found within a theme, and differentiate between templates and template parts.

March 14, 2024 — In this lesson we will explore the main stylesheet file for WordPress themes.

We will create the style.css file header to configure data about the theme, describe the list of header fields available within a theme’s style.css file, and add the necessary header field to designate the parent theme’s folder in a child theme.

March 14, 2024 — In this lesson we will explore WordPress themes.

You will differentiate between a theme and a plugin; discover the possibilities of a WordPress theme; and explore the fundamental structure of a block, classic and hybrid theme.

March 14, 2024 — In this lesson we’ll explore the structure of a WordPress theme.

You will familiarize yourself with the folders and files used in a WordPress theme, describe the required and optional files needed to create a block theme, and list the standard folders used with a block theme.

March 12, 2024 — WordPress 6.5 is launching the Interactivity API, a standardized feature set for building interactive front-end experiences, such as lightboxes, sliders, and more.

After a couple of years of exploring, designing, and implementing it, the Interactivity API will be officially opened to developers to build on top of. This is a significant milestone that will enable the creation of seamless, dynamic interactions that are readily accessible for all WordPress developers. And it’s all possible through an experience that is familiar and compatible with the block ecosystem.

During the session, we examined the API’s surface and demonstrate its full potential with some detailed examples. We also answered audience questions throughout.

March 9, 2024 — In this week’s livestream I’m in full “testing WordPress” mode. With 6.5 coming out later this month, it’s time to spin up the latest Release Candidate, and see what developer focused goodies are in store.

March 8, 2024 — Unlock the power of WordPress beta releases with this comprehensive demonstration video!

In this video, I tried to guide you through the step-by-step process of testing the latest beta version of WordPress. In this short and insightful video, I tried to showcase how to seamlessly upgrade and downgrade WordPress versions, ensuring you have full control over your testing environment.

Gain valuable insights into the beta release, explore new features, and enhance your WordPress knowledge. This video includes a detailed test report, empowering you to make informed decisions about the upcoming WordPress updates.

Whether you’re a developer, designer, or WordPress enthusiast, this tutorial is a must-watch for those looking to stay ahead of the curve and optimize their WordPress experience. Watch, learn, and elevate your WordPress testing game today!