Sarah Perez at TechCrunch writes: WordPress.com targets the next generation of web creators with a free student plan. $24/yr, starting with “6 GB of storage, backups, staging sites, and other tools, as well as support for plug-ins, SFTP/SSH, phpMyAdmin, and Studio Sync“
Year: 2026
Open Channels FM: How AI is Transforming Open Source Communities and Digital Innovation
In this episode of Open Web Conversations, Adam Weeks chats with Nate Stewart on AI’s transformative impact on open source. They explore challenges, opportunities, and the evolving role of agencies as digital experiences shift in the AI era.
How to Sell Courses in WordPress Without WooCommerce
Selling courses in WordPress? You might not need WooCommerce at all. This guide compares native LMS checkout against WooCommerce so you can pick the right setup.
Teachable vs WordPress: Where Should You Actually Sell Your Course?
Teachable vs WordPress for selling courses: real fee math, ownership, customization, and features compared honestly, plus a clear pick for you! The post Teachable vs WordPress: Where Should You Actually Sell Your Course? appeared first on Themeisle Blog.
Open Channels FM: Are We Forgetting Our Human Skills Thanks to AI?
AI tools are amazing for getting stuff done, but could be losing basic human skills like handwriting and critical thinking. Let’s not forget to practice these essential abilities as we embrace the digital age.
AI Page Builder for Gutenberg: Build Real Pages with Otter Blocks 3.2
Want an AI page builder in Gutenberg? Otter Blocks 3.2 generates full sections and pages from a simple prompt. Learn the setup, the catch, and what free vs Pro gets you.
Tutor LMS vs Masteriyo: Which Free LMS Wins in 2026?
Tutor LMS vs Masteriyo, compared round by round: free features, quizzes, payments, ecosystem, and pricing. Find out which free WordPress LMS fits your course! The post Tutor LMS vs Masteriyo: Which Free LMS Wins in 2026? appeared first on Themeisle Blog.
Gutenberg Times: WordPress 7.1 arrives at WordCamp US, Abilities API for developers, and a new theme for Gutenberg Times and more — Weekend Edition #373
Hi there, Before you read any further, another security updates needs your attention: WordPress 7.0.4 is out. Update now! You might have noticed, that the Gutenberg Times website has a new theme. It’s built on top of the Twenty Twenty-Five default theme. I started working on it last year, but was pulled away by other […]
How to Migrate Away From LearnDash (Without Losing Your Courses)
Migrating away from LearnDash? Move your courses, quizzes, students, and orders to a new WordPress LMS without losing anything important. Step by step. The post How to Migrate Away From LearnDash (Without Losing Your Courses) appeared first on Themeisle Blog.
AI Chatbot Trained on Your WordPress Content: Setup Guide (RAG Explained)
Want a WordPress AI chatbot that answers from your own posts and pages? Learn how RAG actually works, then set up Hyve Lite free, limits and all.
