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In October, we shared a blog post detailing significant snap startup time improvements due to the use of a new compression algorithm. In that article, we focused on the cold and hot application startups, but we did not delve much into the first-run setup scenario. While running our tests, we observed a rather interesting phenomenon,…
Canonical is proud to announce the availability of OpenStack Charms 20.10. This new release introduces a range of exciting features and several improvements which enhance Charmed OpenStack. OpenStack Victoria OpenStack Charms 20.10 brings OpenStack Victoria on Ubuntu 20.04 LTS (via Cloud Archive) and Ubuntu 20.10 with full support from Canonical until April 2022. Victoria is…
Do you want to know “What is WooCommerce? And what’s it used for?” WooCommerce is the most popular eCommerce platform that helps you create your own online store. It comes in the form of a WordPress plugin that you can add to your WordPress site and build an online shop. If you’re trying to understand…
Are you looking for the best WordPress affiliate plugins? If you’re a professional blogger and marketer, affiliate marketing plugins will help you sign up for the affiliate programs. By doing so you can promote others’ products and earn a commission. Or if you’re a product-selling business owner, then these plugins will help you create your…
Few websites contain just text. Most will feature a combination of images, audio, video and downloadable files. While the built-in WordPress media library does a decent job, it isn’t the most elegant or most efficient solution. That’s where WordPress file manager and media library plugins come in. Read moreHow To Choose A WordPress Theme –…
Since its original launch in 2003, WordPress has evolved from a simple blogging tool into a powerful and popular website builder and a comprehensive CMS (content management system) used by about 38% of the websites on the web! Given its popularity, if your site needs to stand out from the crowd, you’ll need to create…
Are you confused about which affiliate marketing WordPress themes to choose? Then, this article is just for you. We’ve listed below the best affiliate marketing WordPress themes. Affiliate marketing can be considered one of the easiest ways to earn money online. All you have to do is put some affiliate links. And, you’ll keep getting…
Do you want to know what’s the difference between WordPress Pages vs Posts? If you’re thinking of adding new content to your WordPress site, then it’s essential to know which type of content to add. Pages and Posts are the two primary forms of content supported by WordPress and it’s important to learn when to…
Are you looking for the best WordPress speed optimization plugins and tools? Wondering how to make your WordPress site load faster? Then you’ve come to the right place. Website speed is one of the key factors affecting your site’s growth and success. If your site is fast-loading and smooth, then your visitors may love it…
Wondering how to install a WordPress plugin? If you have just installed WordPress, then adding plugins is the next thing you’ll want to do. If you don’t know how to do it, then here we’ve got a solution for you. Frankly, installing a plugin is a simple and easy thing that anyone can do. You just…
As your website grows, it becomes challenging for visitors to find exactly what they need. Being prolific and publishing lots of posts and pages is a net positive for engaging and growing your audience, but it also means visitors may be more likely to find content that isn’t relevant to their interests. This is where…
Video has quickly become one of the most engaging mediums on the internet. Whether you have a personal blog, virtual classroom, business vlog, collaboration website for your team, or something in between, there’s no doubt that you’ve come across video as a way to build and engage your following. By 2022, online videos will make…
With our growing suite of payment features, we want to make it easier for you to earn money on WordPress.com. With the Donations block, you can now accept credit and debit card payments for all types of donations, earning revenue and growing your base of supporters. Collect donations, tips, and contributions on your website to…
With the introduction of the Block editor, the WordPress.com Classic Editor was set for retirement at the beginning of June. We pushed that back a bit to make time for more changes that ease the transition to the Block editor — and now it’s time! The WordPress editor empowers you to create pages and posts…
We wanted to make it easier to manage posts and pages when you’re working within the Block Editor. With the Block Editor Sidebar you can view, create, edit, and manage posts and pages right from the Block Editor! Wait, another sidebar? Have you ever finished editing something and then needed to make a quick…
Are you starting a new online store? A brick-and-mortar salon? A freelance consultation service? The new business name generator by WordPress.com is a one-stop tool to get you started with your next big idea. Choosing a compelling, catchy name is a crucial step in any new project. That’s why we’ve launched a powerful tool that…
All of us know interesting people with unique talents. Some have business ideas. Others write beautiful poetry. Some are inspired to make the world a better place. If they’re not online, they should be. If you’ve ever encouraged a friend or family member to create a blog, launch a podcast, or sell what they make…
Email marketing is still in great health and is still a very powerful way to reach out to new prospects. Key to that is the efficient management of those emails and all the onerous tasks most smaller businesses and some medium-sized ones simply don’t have the time or energy to perform manually. All things Sendinblue…
Throughout June, we’ve published a series of Q&As at WordPress Discover featuring members of the Automattic team. These conversations explore personal journeys; reflections on identity; and diversity and inclusion in tech, design, and the workplace. Here are highlights from these interviews. “In a World That Wants You to Apologize or Minimize Who You Are, Don’t.”…
Little details make a big difference. The latest block editor improvements incorporate some common feedback you’ve shared with us and make the editing experience even more intuitive than before. We’ve also updated the categories we use to organize blocks, so you can find exactly what you need, fast. Read on to learn about recent changes…