Great design speaks without saying a word. The most successful websites blend visual appeal with intuitive functionality, creating experiences that keep your users returning for more. Modern User Interface (UI) design trends have matured beyond flashy animations and bold colors… Continue Reading →
The .htaccess file is one of the most versatile tools available to WordPress site owners. It’s a configuration file that offers a variety of options to control how your site interacts with the server, improving functionality, security, and performance. In… Continue Reading →
Have you ever noticed how some websites feel like a smooth jazz concert while others hit you like a broken trumpet? That’s the UI and UX design at work. While one makes your website look like a million bucks, the… Continue Reading →
WordPress is one of the most popular content management systems (CMS) in the world, powering over 40% of all websites on the internet. Its flexibility, customizability, and vast ecosystem of plugins and themes have made it a favorite among developers,… Continue Reading →
Over the years, we have explored Gutenberg from many perspectives. We have dissected the editor’s functionalities, compared them with those of other page builders, built static and dynamic custom blocks, and much more. With the latest versions of WordPress, new… Continue Reading →
Great user interface design is the difference between a website that converts and one that confuses. When users land on your site, they make split-second decisions about whether to stay or leave — largely based on how intuitive and appealing… Continue Reading →
A new release is upon us and I wanted to take a moment to post about what that means for design and how you can get involved if you wanted to. Summary: the design focus will be on polish and… Continue Reading →
Transcript [00:00:00] Nathan Wrigley: Welcome to the Jukebox podcast from WP Tavern. My name is Nathan Wrigley. Jukebox is a podcast which is dedicated to all things WordPress. The people, the events, the plugins, the blocks, the themes, and in… Continue Reading →
In this report, 374 vulnerabilities have been publicly disclosed. Security patches for 126 of these plugins and themes are available now, so run those updates as soon as possible. If you’re a Solid Security Pro user, the version management tool… Continue Reading →
Are you looking to build your website but don’t know where to start? In 2025, do-it-yourself web design will be more accessible than ever, offering cost-effective solutions, complete control over the look and feel of your site, and the chance… Continue Reading →
The full chat log is available beginning here on Slack. Announcements Future meetings will be held fortnightly, following a set agenda laid out in this document With the start of 2025, we are looking for new Team Reps to represent… Continue Reading →
The next WordPress Developers Chat will take place on Wednesday at 20:00 UTC in the core channel on Make WordPress Slack. The live meeting will focus on the discussion for upcoming releases, and have an open floor section. Additional items will be referred… Continue Reading →
If you run a WordPress site, you’ve probably noticed the default login page is, well, a little bland. While it’s functional, it’s generic and doesn’t reflect the personality of your site or brand. Fortunately, WordPress’s flexibility allows you to create… Continue Reading →
If you’re interested in adding a dark mode option to your WordPress website, this post is going to cover everything that you need to know. First, you’ll learn some of the benefits that dark mode can have for your site,… Continue Reading →
Divi empowers you to build the best websites possible, and now, Divi Quick Sites takes website creation to a whole new level. This revolutionary tool lets anyone, regardless of skill level, generate a complete website in under two minutes! Divi… Continue Reading →
Quote a website project today, and you’ll hear numbers ranging from $500 to $50,000 — often for nearly identical deliverables. That’s a vast range. And with plenty of freelancers and agencies padding their prices while others promise the moon for… Continue Reading →
WordPress forms offer a valuable chance for you to connect with your website visitors and potential customers. Those people may be signing up for a mailing list or creating an account on your eCommerce store. But what if they’re not… Continue Reading →
Do your customers often make just one purchase and never return? If so, the default WooCommerce Thank You page could be the missing link in building stronger connections. While it provides a basic confirmation, it lacks the personalized touch that… Continue Reading →
This is Gutenberg 20.0, which means it’s the 200th release of the Gutenberg plugin. It’s been almost exactly eight years since the initial commit to the Gutenberg repository and about four years since we celebrated the 100th release. There is a… Continue Reading →
Shoppers love a quick and smooth checkout. But if there’s even a tiny distraction, they will abandon their carts without a second thought. That’s how quickly you lose a sale. With the default WooCommerce checkout page, you might already be… Continue Reading →
Want to drive more traffic to your website? I’m guessing that answer is a resounding yes. In which case, you can’t really ignore search engine optimization (SEO). That is unless…
Thank you to all who volunteered as interested in serving on the WordPress 6.8 release squad! After collecting all of the volunteers, reviewing active initiatives and tickets currently in the milestone, contributor availability in various areas, and planned events or… Continue Reading →
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A fast site means happier users, improved ranking from Google, and increased conversions. Maybe you even think your WordPress sites are as fast as they can be – you’ve looked at site performance, from the best practices of setting up… Continue Reading →
Are you inexperienced with organizing your WooCommerce store? If yes, you likely want to ensure that the shop page aligns with your overall brand aesthetics. The default WooCommerce shop page might not match the look and feel you need to… Continue Reading →
Do you want to know about the different types of WordPress redirects and how they can impact your website? If so, you’re in the right place! For folks who are casually browsing the internet, a 404 error page is a… Continue Reading →
The release of WordPress 6.3 introduced the Command Palette, a feature that offers quick access to actions frequently used by those who edit content or themes within the CMS’s admin interface. The menu-like Command Palette allows users to filter available… Continue Reading →
Technical SEO is the foundation of fast, secure, and user-friendly websites. For web developers, enhancing user experience and improving search engine rankings is essential to addressing critical challenges such as website speed, structured data implementation, and crawlability issues. This guide… Continue Reading →
Meeting agenda here and the full chat log is available beginning here on Slack. Announcements Welcome to our new members of #core-performance Open floor discussion around this meeting format and changes in 2025 Agreed to move to a fortnightly performance… Continue Reading →
