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If you design for the web, WordCamp Asia 2026 has a post worth your time. It outlines why the event is relevant for designers: real production constraints, accessibility, inclusive design at scale, and how to get involved with the WordPress Design Team. The event runs April 9–11 in Mumbai. https://wp.me/pgnY82-2qd #WCAsia

WordPress 7.0 Beta 5 is available for testing ahead of the April 9, 2026 release. The standout addition in this beta is a Command Palette shortcut in the admin bar: a ⌘K / Ctrl+K field that gives logged-in editors instant access to navigation and customization tools from anywhere on their site. Beta 5 also includes more than 101 bug fixes and updates since Beta 3. Testing betas is one of the most direct ways to contribute to the open source project powering over 43% of the web. https://wp.me/pZhYe-5fD #WordPress

WordPress 6.9.4 is now available. Following yesterday's 6.9.3 security release, the WordPress Security Team found that not all fixes were fully applied. This follow-up release addresses a PclZip path traversal issue, an authorization bypass on the Notes feature, and an XXE in the external getID3 library. If you manage WordPress sites, updating promptly is recommended. https://wp.me/pZhYe-5fy #WordPress

WordPress now runs entirely in your browser. my.WordPress.net gives you a complete, private WordPress environment with no sign-up and no hosting plan needed. Everything stays on your device. You can use it to write, learn, experiment, or build with pre-configured apps like a personal CRM or RSS reader. https://wp.me/pZhYe-59R #WordPress

WordPress 6.9.3 is now available. Shortly after 6.9.2 shipped with 10 security fixes, some users reported blank front ends on their sites. The issue was traced to themes using an unsupported method for loading template files. WordPress 6.9.3 resolves this. For sites powering businesses and organizations, updating promptly is the best way to stay protected and stable. https://wp.me/pZhYe-5fg #WordPress

WordPress 6.9.2 is now available. This security release addresses 10 vulnerabilities, including stored XSS issues, an AJAX authorization bypass, a PclZip path traversal, and an XXE in the external getID3 library. A coordinated fix for getID3 has also been published. All WordPress site owners and administrators are encouraged to update immediately from the dashboard or via direct download. https://wp.me/pZhYe-5eS #WordPress

WordPress 7.0 is scheduled for release during Contributor Day at WordCamp Asia 2026 in Mumbai. Release squad members will be there, with sessions on the release process, testing tables, and real opportunities to contribute alongside the team. Not your typical Contributor Day. 👉 https://wp.me/pgnY82-2rx #WCAsia

Tired of fragile HTML tests that depend on exact attribute order? WordPress 6.9 introduced assertEqualHTML(), a new way to validate HTML by comparing it semantically. This method normalizes the markup, ensuring your tests are resilient to changes! Read more: https://lnkd.in/gje9VCKV #WordPress

YouthCamp returns to WordCamp Asia. The free hands-on session brings together participants ages 8 to 15 to build a real webpage using WordPress, working in small groups with facilitator support. The morning closes with a mini showcase where each group presents what they built. Registration is open now: https://wp.me/pgnY82-2rc #WCAsia

Discover how Minuzzo brings Italian craftsmanship to life online. Their WordPress-powered site features a curated product catalog, smooth shopping, and elegant design, showcasing the strengths of WordPress for premium brands. Explore more: https://lnkd.in/g_yX8chj #WordPressShowcase