Welcome to Press This, the WordPress community podcast from WMR. Here host David Vogelpohl sits down with guests from around the community to talk about the biggest issues facing WordPress developers. The following is a transcription of the original recording. David Vogelphol: Welcome to the Press This WordPress community podcast on WMR. This is your host, David Vogelpohl, I support the WordPress community through my role at WP Engine, and I love to bring the best in the community to you here every week on press this as a reminder, you can follow me on twitter @wpdavidv, you can subscribe […]
Full Site Editing in WordPress: Lowering Barriers to Entry or the End of Themes?
Full site editing is coming to WordPress. If you’re confused about what this means or how to feel about it, you’re certainly not alone. The major paradigm shift has been in the works for some time now. The ability to customize every aspect of your site makes WordPress more beginner-friendly and lowers the barriers to entry. However, as with the initial introduction of Gutenberg, the discussion surrounding it seems divided into two camps. In this post, I’ll explain what full site editing in WordPress means and explore some key considerations on both sides of the argument. Then I’ll discuss how […]
17 WordPress Features You Probably Didn’t Know About
Every WordPress update brings a host of helpful new features to the platform, but the sheer volume of them can make them easy to overlook. Gutenberg especially is jam-packed with a variety of hacks and shortcuts, many of them hidden under the hood and inside menus you may not have even noticed before. If you’re not taking advantage of these, you’re definitely missing out, as they can save you a ton of time and unnecessary frustration. From ways to save seconds when writing and page building to little tips that can revolutionize how you use WordPress, here are 17 little-known […]
How to Create a WordPress Slider Without Coding
There are some easy ways you can enhance a website so that it looks more professional and stands out. One of these is by adding a slider. Adding a slider may seem challenging but, in fact, you can create them within minutes and without any coding as long as you use a suitable plugin such as Toolset. Below I’ll show you how to create your slider. First, I’ll explain the two types of sliders you can build. What are the different types of sliders There are two types of sliders which you will want to create on your custom websites: […]
WordPress Shortcodes: Why and How to Create Your Own
WordPress shortcodes are super useful for customizing your site. Before there were blocks, that’s what people used to include complex layout elements. However, even in time of Gutenberg, shortcodes still have their place. For example, if creating your own block is beyond your capabilities (I don’t blame you), shortcodes are a valid alternative. They are also worth diving into if you simply want to expand your WordPress skills. In this post, you will learn everything you need to know about WordPress shortcodes: what they are, their pros and cons, how to use them, as well as how to create your […]

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