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Supper Club × Fabian Kägy - Modern WordPress - Blocks, Page builders, Headless, Custom Fields

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Apr 7, 2023
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Fabian Kägy
Fabian Kägy, Associate Director of Editorial Engineering at 10up, shares his expertise in modern WordPress development. He discusses the evolution of local development workflows and the significant changes brought by the block editor. Until now, WordPress's impact on the internet is undeniable. Fabian dives into the benefits of headless WordPress configurations and the complexities of version control. He also highlights recent enhancements in collaborative editing experiences, emphasizing the shift from traditional custom fields to block-based solutions. It's a must-listen for web dev enthusiasts!
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ADVICE

Modern Local Development

  • Use Docker for a streamlined local WordPress development workflow.
  • Tools like WordPress ENV or LocalWP by WP Engine simplify setup.
INSIGHT

Why WordPress Remains Popular

  • WordPress's large user base and familiarity make it a popular choice.
  • The extensive plugin and extension ecosystem enables rapid development and rich features.
INSIGHT

Block-Based Themes

  • WordPress themes are changing due to the block-based editor.
  • Blocks offer flexibility, resembling page builders where components are rearranged.
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