Gutenberg Changelog
Gutenberg Changelog 113 – WordPress 6.8, Gutenberg 19.9, 20.0 and 20.1 Plugin Releases
Jan 19, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Tammie Lister, an OG Gutenberg developer and design consultant, shares insights on the latest WordPress updates. They delve into how AI tools like Bolt and Cursor are enhancing web development by promoting effective communication and creativity. The conversation highlights the upcoming WordPress 6.8 release, celebrating Gutenberg’s 200th release, and how evolving interfaces must keep pace with user needs. Tammie also discusses key enhancements in Gutenberg 20.0, balancing ease of use with coding skills.
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Quick takeaways
- WordPress 6.8 emphasizes polish and bug fixes, focusing on coordination between Gutenberg and core efforts to enhance existing features.
- Recent Gutenberg releases (19.9, 20.0, 20.1) introduce significant enhancements aimed at improving user experience and developer tools, reflecting community feedback.
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Upcoming WordPress 6.8 Release
WordPress 6.8 is set to be a polish and bug fix release, with notable dates for the timeline announced, including beta one on March 4th and the final release on April 15th. The release squad is smaller than usual, with an emphasis on coordination between Gutenberg and core efforts as the tech lead roles have been combined. This release focuses on finalizing existing big features rather than introducing new ones, in response to community feedback for improved quality. The design lead for this release will be managing design feedback tickets and facilitating progress on notable issues from the core editor.
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