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Publish your passion with the open source platform that powers the web. Follow for release updates, features, ways to contribute, & more https://make.wordpress.org/marketing/handbook/social-media/
Following pilots in Italy, Costa Rica, Bolivia, and Bangladesh, WordPress Credits is expanding with education partners in Latvia, Poland, and the US, recognizing open source as a genuine academic practice.

Help us reach the next institutions to join: wordpress.org/education/credits/

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January 8, 2026 at 5:01 PM
🌟 Inspiration alert! Check out this video from CodeRevolution TV. Their 9-year-old built her first website using WordPress! With intuitive tools and a bit of curiosity, anyone can express themselves.

We loved seeing the excitement. 🚀

🎥 Watch it here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=fzuVK...

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My 9-Year-Old Creates Her First Website (For Free!🆓) 👧
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January 7, 2026 at 5:01 PM
Last year, communities hosted women-focused WordPress events in celebration of International Women’s Day, and the response was incredible. In 2026, local WordPress communities are invited to create similar events that foster a sense of community.

Learn more: make.wordpress.org/community/...
Women WordPress Day
WordPress Women’s Day events are community‑driven gatherings organized around International Women’s Day, with the goal of creating welcoming spaces where women can learn, share knowledge, and conne…
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January 6, 2026 at 10:01 PM
Zeel Thakkar believed in opening doors for others to learn, contribute, and grow. An anonymous WordPress community member has offered 20 complimentary event tickets to women and girls who require financial assistance to attend WC Kolhapur 2026.

Details here: kolhapur.wordcamp.org/2026/in...
January 5, 2026 at 11:00 PM
WordPress is becoming part of the curriculum through Campus Connect, where students learn by doing: building, shipping, and contributing to open source for academic credit.

Explore WordPress Education: wordpress.org/education/

#WordPress #WPCC
January 3, 2026 at 6:01 PM
New year, new ways to shape the open web. ✨

WordPress is built every day by contributors across 20+ Make teams, and there is a place for your skills.

Find your best fit with the contributor questionnaire and take your first step.
make.wordpress.org/contribute/

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January 2, 2026 at 5:01 PM
Some people wear their heart on their sleeve.
You? You can wear the WordPress logo instead.
🧢 👕 🧦 → mercantile.wordpress.org/

#WordPress #WPSwag
December 31, 2025 at 2:31 PM
WordPress Credits invites students to engage with open source through real-world contributions, mentorship, and academic recognition. Help shape the student experience by sharing what would make it more impactful: wordpress.org/education/credits/

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December 30, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Ready to level up your #WordPress journey? 🚀 Meet like-minded creators at a local or virtual WordPress meetup! Share tips, stories, and ideas.
Who’s up for it? Find your next event: events.wordpress.org/

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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.
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December 29, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Ever wonder how to add interactivity to your WordPress blocks? 🤔 Check out this guide on creating a word switcher effect using core WordPress APIs!
Enhance the editor and visitor experiences without relying on external libraries.

👉 developer.wordpress.org/news/...

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Word Switcher: Extending Core Blocks with Interactivity
Learn to build a smooth word-switching effect in WordPress by combining four key APIs: HTML API for markup transformation, Interactivity API for animations, Format API for editor controls, and JavaScript Modules for efficient code—all without external libraries.
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December 19, 2025 at 8:30 PM
A small number of contributors currently carry out a lot of Test Team work. To make contributing more sustainable, the team is introducing clearer participation guidelines and piloting a Test Team Training Program in January 2026.

Interested?: make.wordpress.org/test/2025/...

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Test Team Training Program & Restructuring Plans for 2026
At present, the Test Team operates with limited active resources, and a significant portion of the workload is handled by a tiny number of contributors. This creates bottlenecks and increases the r…
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December 17, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Developing a WordPress plugin? Don’t overlook the power of automated unit tests! They ensure the reliability of your code and prevent regressions across diverse environments.

Check out this comprehensive guide: developer.wordpress.org/news/...

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How to add automated unit tests to your WordPress plugin
This tutorial shows WordPress plugin developers how to add automated unit testing from setup to GitHub integration. Learn to catch bugs before users do, prevent regressions in stable code, and build confidence across different WordPress versions and configurations.
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December 16, 2025 at 4:01 PM
State of the Word 2025 showcased a thriving WordPress community, with innovation and collaboration. From the groundbreaking live release of WordPress 6.9 to AI integration, we’re crafting the future together.

Read more: wordpress.org/news/2025/12/so...

#WordPress #StateOfTheWord
December 14, 2025 at 4:00 PM
WordPress 6.9, "Gene," is now available, introducing significant upgrades and new features, including the AI Experiments plugin, experimental blocks, and enhanced performance tools.

Dive into the full details: developer.wordpress.org/news/... Happy holidays!

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What’s new for developers? (December 2025)
Celebrate the release of WordPress 6.9 "Gene"! Also explore new AI tools, block upgrades, and developer updates as we wrap up an exciting year in WordPress.
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December 13, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Discover the stunning views of the Dolomites in Italy captured by Anne McCarthy. This early hike photo offers a glimpse of the epic landscapes that await.

Dive into her full story and more photos with WP Photos: wpphotos.info/house-on-a-cliff/

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House On A Cliff
Description This photo was taken by Anne McCarthy whilst on a trip to the Dolomites in Italy. We had just started a hike, barely half a mile in, and already the views overwhelmed me. Hilariously, this isn’t even the view of the hike that folks go there for if that gives you a sense of...
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December 13, 2025 at 12:00 AM
From classrooms to contributors. From accessibility to AI. State of the Word 2025 showed how WordPress is growing in every direction. Relive the full event today.

🎥 Watch the replay: www.youtube.com/watch?v=U_DF4...

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State of the Word 2025
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December 11, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Join the drive for WordPress innovation! Our 2026 Global Community Sponsorship Program offers your organization the opportunity to gain international visibility while supporting local events.

Learn more about becoming a Global Sponsor: wordpress.org/news/2025/12/20...

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December 10, 2025 at 10:01 PM
🎓 From first contribution to first website, and now the first WP Credits graduate!

In her final presentation, Marta Gallorini shared technical and transferable skills gained through real contributions to WordPress.

Start with WP Credits: wordpress.org/education/credits/

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WordPress Credits
WordPress Credits Guiding the next generation of contributors through hands-on learning About the Program WordPress Credits is a contribution-based program by the WordPress Foundation that connects higher education students with the global open-source community. It offers real-world experience with mentorship to help students fulfill academic requirements while contributing directly to WordPress. Launched with the University […]
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December 6, 2025 at 2:01 PM
The future of the open web is still human.

James LePage shared why writing, publishing, and expressing ourselves online matters more than ever in an AI-powered world, and how WordPress stays involved.

The full event and recap here:
🔗 wordpress.org/news/2025/12/so...

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December 5, 2025 at 7:32 PM
State of the Word 2025 showed a project growing in every direction. 🌍

From a live release of WordPress 6.9 to an AI panel exploring the future, plus stories from classrooms, campuses, and communities worldwide.

Read the full recap: wordpress.org/news/2025/12/so...

#WordPress #StateOfTheWord
December 3, 2025 at 6:52 PM
State of the Word 2025 has come and gone, but the story doesn’t end there. Catch the full keynote replay, the ideas, the demos, and the community moments that define WordPress.

🎥 Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=U_DF4...

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State of the Word 2025
YouTube video by WordPress
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December 3, 2025 at 2:15 AM
We will have the full recording shortly from State of the Word.
December 2, 2025 at 9:33 PM
Meet WordPress 6.9 “Gene”.

This release delivers collaboration with soul. Notes in the editor, smooth drag and drop, new creative blocks, and faster performance across your site.

Discover what is new and upgrade today: wordpress.org/download/releas...

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December 2, 2025 at 8:29 PM
It’s almost time! 🎬 #StateOfTheWord begins in 5 minutes. Join the live stream and be part of the excitement from wherever you are: wordpress.org/state-of-the-word/
December 2, 2025 at 7:56 PM
The clock is ticking. 🕘 Join us in 1 hour, live from #StateOfTheWord, as WordPress leaders discuss the future of #WordPress. We will be live streaming everything, so those at home can watch it unfold alongside us.

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State of the Word
Get ready for State of the Word 2025! Join WordPress co-founder Matt Mullenweg on December 2, 2025, as he celebrates the progress of the open source project and offers a glimpse into its future.
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December 2, 2025 at 7:01 PM