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Topher’s headed to WordCamp US; for him, it’s all about the people.

"There's a lot of us—but we're all here to support each other. So if you see me, say hi!"

Big event. Big hearts. Come be part of it.

🎟️ Join us in Portland: us.wordcamp.org/2025/tickets/

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A Decade with WordPress: My Journey of Growth, Contribution, and Courage In a rare sequel essay, Monika Rao writes about how the last 10 years of life in WordPress have helped her grow.

From a small city in India to leading WordPress projects worldwide, this journey shows how dedication and community can transform your career. Discover more about this inspiring story of growth and contribution: heropress.com/essays/a-decade...

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Cami MacNamara (WebCami) attended her first WCUS as a brand ambassador, and left with a network of designers, developers, and friends she still connects with today.

Now she’s inviting you to do the same. Come and say hi!

🎟️ Begin your journey: us.wordcamp.org/2025/tickets/

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The Journey Of Pratik Bhatt Pratik Bhatt writes from Ahmedabad about how WordPress and its community helps him developer relationships.

From childhood surgeries to leading WordPress development, Pratik Bhatt’s journey shows how resilience and community can transform lives. Discover how he’s empowering others through code and connection: heropress.com/essays/the-jour...

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You don’t need theme.json for block theme styles When you want or need to step away from using theme.json for styling themes, this guide will walk you through best practices for using stylesheets instead.

Feel constrained by theme.json for your block themes? Discover how to leverage traditional CSS while still harnessing the power of WordPress’s Block Editor features. Review effective techniques and find the right balance for your projects: developer.wordpress.org/news/...

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Marcus Burnette says it best:
“The hallway conversations will leave you with real friendships, new ideas, and the fuel to turn them into reality.”

WordCamp US is where inspiration meets action.

🎟️ Begin your journey: us.wordcamp.org/2025/tickets/

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Speaker Announcement - Weston Ruter - Adam Silverstein - Jakob Trost - Maulik Vora

The next wave of #WCUS 2025 speakers is here, and they’re all about performance, scalability, and AI-fueled development.

- The frontier of site speed
- Smart plugin creation with AI
- Managing WordPress at a massive scale

🎟️ Portland’s waiting: us.wordcamp.org/2025/tickets/

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Ten years ago, Felix Arntz attended his first WordCamp US as a newcomer.
Today, he’s a WordPress core committer, and it all started here.

WCUS isn’t just an event. For many, it’s the beginning of something bigger.

🎟️ Start your journey here: us.wordcamp.org/2025/tickets/

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Release 3.2.0 · WordPress/WordPress-Coding-Standards Added New WordPress.WP.GetMetaSingle sniff to the WordPress-Extra ruleset. Props @rodrigoprimo! #2465 This sniff warns when get_*_meta() and get_metadata*() functions are used with the $meta_key/$...

WordPress Coding Standards just got a significant release update to 3.2.0:

✅ Better detection of deprecated WP functions & parameters
✅ Cleaner heredoc/nowdoc enforcement
✅ New sniffs, updated utilities, faster performance

Read more: github.com/WordPress/WordPres...

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Michelle Frechette walked into her first WordCamp US in 2015 knowing almost no one, and walked out with lifelong WordPress friends. She hasn’t missed #WCUS since. Ready to find your people? Michelle will be there to welcome you.

🎟️ Join the journey: us.wordcamp.org/2025/tickets/

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Design resilience, block composability, smarter multisite, and machine learning at the edge.

The latest batch of WordCamp US speakers is changing the game and ready to share how. us.wordcamp.org/2025/more-big...

📅 August 26–29 in Portland, OR
🎟️ Be there → Grab your ticket

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📸 Help share the story of WordCamp US by joining our volunteer Photography Team. We’re accepting applications for the WCUS 2025 Photography Team! Whether you’re a seasoned volunteer or new, we’d love to see your unique style behind the lens. 🔗 us.wordcamp.org/2025/call-for...

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Everyone should have the chance to participate in #WCUS. The Open Horizons Scholarship offers up to $3,000 USD for travel, lodging, and other expenses for organizers, speakers, and volunteers. Apply now: us.wordcamp.org/2025/apply-for-the-open-horizons-scholarship-to-attend-wordcamp-us

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South American WP Metaverses | Spatial South American WP Metaverses This immersive environment will host the WP Meetups and Conferences across South America. To promote the community and provide accessibility and access for the millions of disabled across South America. The WP Community is growing across Central, South America and Mexico. MetaverseWP is honored to help with building and inspiring youth, teens and young adults to join. #spatial #readyplayerme #wordpress #wordcamp #south-america #metaversewp #myquesttoteach

Step into the South American WP Metaverses, a space designed for connection, learning, and accessibility. From local meetups to major events, the WordPress community is growing across Central and South America, opening doors for all.

🔗 Check it out: www.spatial.io/s/South-Americ...

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How to Talk About and Support the New WordPress Education Initiatives There has been a lot of talk and momentum lately about WordPress in the education space. From the development of the WordPress Campus Connect event series and its affiliated WordPress Student Clubs…

Whether you’re a campus leader, a company, or a contributor, there are many ways to support WordPress’s education initiatives. Share your story, offer mentorship, or sponsor a Campus Connect event. 🔗 Read more:
make.wordpress.org/community/...

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The Journey Of Pratik Bhatt Pratik Bhatt writes from Ahmedabad about how WordPress and its community helps him developer relationships.

From childhood surgeries to leading WordPress development, Pratik Bhatt’s journey shows how resilience and community can transform lives. Discover how he’s empowering others through code and connection: heropress.com/essays/the-jour...

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Meet Our First Set of Speakers for WordCamp US 2025! Exciting News! Meet Our First Set of Speakers for WordCamp US 2025! We’re thrilled to introduce the incredible speakers who will be sharing their expertise at WordCamp US 2025 in Portland this Augu…

Who are you excited to see at WordCamp US 2025?
The first set of speakers is live, featuring a mix of developers, educators, and innovators. Check out the lineup: us.wordcamp.org/2025/meet-our...

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What’s new for developers? (July 2025) Phased plugin updates, custom social icons, and more in this summertime edition of the monthly WordPress developer roundup.

Exciting updates for WordPress developers! Custom Social Icons are now available with Gutenberg 21.1. Plus, WordPress 6.8.2 is here! Discover all the latest enhancements and improvements to streamline your development process. Read more: developer.wordpress.org/news/...

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Discover Brodo, where chef Marco Canora reimagines bone broth! 🍲 Explore nutrient-dense flavors and the benefits of real ingredients on their beautifully designed WordPress site, which simplifies your online ordering experience. Read more: wordpress.org/showcase/brodo/

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WordPress 6.8.2 is live! This maintenance release addresses 20 core tickets and 15 block editor issues, ensuring smoother experiences on your sites. Automatic updates are underway for those who support them. Discover the full details and download it here: wp.me/pZhYe-4UT.

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WordPress 6.8.2 is live! This maintenance release addresses 20 core tickets and 15 block editor issues, ensuring smoother experiences on your sites. Discover the full details and download it here: wp.me/pZhYe-4UT.

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The Remote Team Who Raised Me Cathy Mitchell writes about how being consistently kind, quiet, and steady for her customers has led to success for her whole team.

From overcoming career shifts to building a trusted remote team, Cathy’s story highlights how honesty, kindness, and persistence with WordPress can create a resilient, meaningful business. Read her inspiring journey at heropress.com/essays/the-remo...

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Screenshot of WordPress at CERN announcement.

The web began at CERN. Now, its digital future is powered by WordPress.
We’re excited to see how CERN’s scientists, engineers, and students use WordPress to advance discovery, collaboration, and learning.
More info: wordpress.docs.cern.ch/

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The WordPress Foundation has launched WordPress Credits, an internship program for university students that fosters real-world contributions to the open source project. This initiative ensures everyone can participate and grow within the community. wordpress.org/news/2025/07/in...

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Do you dream of attending your first #WCUS but need a little help? The Kim Parsell Memorial Scholarship is dedicated to supporting women contributors attending for the first time. If you qualify and need assistance, apply by July 25. us.wordcamp.org/2025/apply-no...

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PRINT – WordPress Showcase | WordPress.org PRINT is a renowned design publication that has been celebrating visual culture, graphic design, and creativity since 1940. The publication has long…

Discover the legacy of PRINT, a design publication since 1940 that celebrates visual culture and creativity. Powered by WordPress, PrintMag.com offers a digital experience with content that inspires design enthusiasts and professionals alike. Explore: wordpress.org/showcase/print/

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The Developer Blog needs you! The WordPress Developer Blog needs you! If you've got a passion for WordPress development, the Developer Blog has lots of things for you to write about. And it's easy to get started!

Have a passion for React, testing, or DataViews? The Developer Blog is looking for writers to share their insights! From best practices to quick tips, you can contribute alongside fellow developers. Dive in here for more: developer.wordpress.org/news/...

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From Gaza to WCEU 2025 Basel - My Journey as a WordPress Developer from War to Community Abdalsalaam Halawa writes about the WordPress community and the work it provides helps him through the horrors of war in Gaza.

From Gaza to Basel, a developer’s journey through war, exile, and resilience. WordPress gave hope, community, and a path forward amid unimaginable hardship. Read his story of perseverance and belonging: heropress.com/essays/from-gaz...

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WordPress Events Find upcoming WordPress events near you and around the world. Join your local WordPress community at a meetup or WordCamp, or learn how to organize an event for your city.

Looking to connect with fellow #WordPress enthusiasts? 🤝 Find local or virtual meetups happening near you and be part of the community! 🚀 Let’s learn and grow together! Check out upcoming events: events.wordpress.org/

The best websites, built with WordPress. | WordPress.org Discover inspiration in some of the most beautiful, best designed WordPress websites.

Flexible and limitless, have you seen what else WordPress can do? From hobby bloggers to global corporations, find all the inspiration you need for your next build in the Showcase. Go explore: wordpress.org/showcase/

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