The rise of AI in open source software has expanded contributor diversity, necessitating improved communication and documentation to guide participants effectively while ensuring sustainable collaboration and high-quality resources.
Year: 2026
WPBeginner Spotlight 27: WordPress 7.1, WPVibe AI Everywhere, and a New Way to Record Your Screen
August was a big month for WordPress. WordPress 7.1 arrived on schedule, and WordCamp US brought four days of AI-focused talks to Phoenix. WPVibe doubled its install base in a single month. There is also a brand-new screen recording tool that we think you will… Read More » The post WPBeginner Spotlight 27: WordPress 7.1, WPVibe […]
Hostinger Ecommerce Review: Is This the Fastest Way to Launch an Online Store in 2026?
Hostinger Ecommerce offers a fast, easy way to build an online store. I recently used it to create a mockup shop called Apex Warrior Training, and the whole process took me about two hours. Compared to more established options like Shopify and WooCommerce, I found Hostinger Ecommerce to be more beginner-friendly and easier to navigate…. […]
Gutenberg Times: Building blocks without JavaScript, Accessibility Lab, AI plugin showdown and more —Weekend Edition 375
Hi, There is good news for me and good news for you. The good news for me: with my five-year anniversary at Automattic, I get to go on a 3-month sabbatical, starting this week. It also means not only a break from Automattic but also from the WordPress community, a place that kept me engaged […]
How to Gamify an Online Course in WordPress (Points, Badges, Ranks)
Learn how to gamify your online course in WordPress with points, badges, and ranks using free tools, plus the honest limits of when it works. The post How to Gamify an Online Course in WordPress (Points, Badges, Ranks) appeared first on Themeisle Blog.
Open Channels FM: Signal – Caring in Creation, Partnerships and Trust, Autonomy, Acceleration, Responsibility
A focus on guiding new contributors in open source, discussing AI’s impact, and adding insightful commentary.
Open Channels FM: A Look at WordCamp US Including Events, Sessions, and Community Highlights
An informal look at WordCamp US featuring hackathon day, community feedback, networking, and thoughts on the new event structure.
Open Channels FM: Still Moving the Needle on Open Source
Bob Dunn discusses the move from highlighting builders to engaging with open source’s wider future.
How to Create an Online Course Marketplace in WordPress (Multiple Instructors)
Build a Udemy-style course marketplace on WordPress: instructor registration, revenue sharing, and payouts with Masteriyo, plus the honest workload involved. The post How to Create an Online Course Marketplace in WordPress (Multiple Instructors) appeared first on Themeisle Blog.
WordPress.org blog: WordPress Signs the Open Weights and American AI Leadership Letter
We’re proud to announce that WordPress has signed Open Weights and American AI Leadership, an open letter asking US policymakers to not place early restrictions on open weight AI models. These are artificial intelligence models that anyone can download, inspect, modify, and run on their own infrastructure. The letter was published on July 24, 2026, […]
