Open Channels FM: Navigating Open Source Collaboration in the Age of AI

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.

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… Continue reading WPBeginner Spotlight 27: WordPress 7.1, WPVibe AI Everywhere, and a New Way to Record Your Screen

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….… Continue reading Hostinger Ecommerce Review: Is This the Fastest Way to Launch an Online Store in 2026?

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… Continue reading Gutenberg Times: Building blocks without JavaScript, Accessibility Lab, AI plugin showdown and more —Weekend Edition 375

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: Evolving Our Content to Embrace the Bigger Story in Open Channels FM

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,… Continue reading WordPress.org blog: WordPress Signs the Open Weights and American AI Leadership Letter