GutenbergHub block library. Spearheaded by Munir Kamal, GutenbergHub launched a free block library to the WordPress community today. Currently, there are 37 custom-designed blocks that users can copy and paste to their website. Unlike the block directory on WordPress.org, the blocks available from this project are not plugins. They are handled through copying and pasting […]
Unless I’m trying to be aware of it, I don’t see the WordPress admin anymore. When you work inside it every day, it becomes a means to an end, like a subway ride to work. You scan your ticket (log in) and you’re on your way to whatever admin business is the order of the
This week WordPress’ Documentation team announced a ban on links to commercial websites in a revision to its external linking policy: During discussion about external linking policy, we came to conclusion that we won’t allow, at least in the beginning and for the time being, any commercial blogs. So before you start arguing that some
Ariele Lite, the latest theme from Rough Pixels, went live in the WordPress theme directory today. In an ecosystem where designers are dubbing most themes as multipurpose, it is refreshing to see a well-designed theme that is unafraid to cater specifically to bloggers. It is not often that I get the opportunity to test a
OSI (Open Source Initiative) is hosting a new 24-hour, virtual conference called State of the Source Summit, September 9-10. The non-profit organization plays an important role in the open source ecosystem as stewards of the Open Source Definition (OSD). OSI is responsible for reviewing and approving licenses as OSD-conformant, which indirectly helps mediate community conflicts. As part
Whether you’re running an eCommerce store, a blog, or anything in between, newsletters can be an excellent way to drive conversions. We’ll show you how to create an email newsletter in four simple steps. How to Create an Email Newsletter That Converts (2020 Guide) ThemeIsle Blog.
We compare the five best UK web hosts to find out which host is best for delivering your website to UK based users. Best Web Hosting UK: 5 Providers for Under £1/Month ThemeIsle Blog.
An excellent design attracts new viewers to your website and keeps them engaged with the content there. In this guide, we’ll explore different website design ideas, along with a collection of real websites you can use as inspiration. 18 of the Best Website Design Ideas for Inspiration in 2020 ThemeIsle
In this Cloudways review, we’re going to take a look at how the service works and what features it offers. We’ll also cover its performance, support, and pricing to help you decide whether it’s a good fit for you. Cloudways Review: WordPress Cloud Hosting for Non-Techies ThemeIsle Blog.
In the world of WordPress, a frequent situation we see is the comparison between SSH vs SSL. We break down SSH and SSL and what they both mean for you as a WordPress user. SSH vs SSL: What’s the Difference? A Beginner-Friendly Explanation ThemeIsle Blog.
Google announced a public beta of its new Web Stories WordPress plugin this week. The plugin’s description aptly reads, “Visual storytelling for WordPress.” It is essentially a custom editor for creating AMP-powered stories within WordPress. Users can download the beta plugin directly from the Web Stories beta page. Developers who want to contribute or take
The new navigation block and navigation and widget screens that were originally planned for WordPress 5.5 have been pushed back to the next release. These projects are currently available in the Gutenberg plugin experiments screen but are not yet ready to land in core. Converting the widget-editing areas and updating the widgets UI to use the block
