WordPress 6.9 & 7.0?? Mon 12th Jan 7pm UK, Zoom, WordPress Cambridge

Dear All,
This month, by popular demand, we'll discuss WordPress 6.9 and maybe what's proposed for WordPress 7.0. As this is a Zoom meeting, register for the Zoom link here:
https://www.meetup.com/wordpress-cambridge/events/312022687

Chris and I will kick off the discussion with a quick overview, more to encourage everyone to share their thoughts, challenges and ideas. The topics might include these (suggested by ChatGPT) features ....:

• Streamlined Site Editor / “content-first” editing mode to make quick edits easier for non-technical users.
• Expanded template management: multiple templates per slug, drafts of templates, safe theme switching without losing custom templates.
• Block-level commenting (“Notes”): allow editors/designers to leave comments on individual blocks inside the editor.
• Ability to hide blocks on the frontend while keeping them visible in the editor (for staging, experiments, seasonal content).
• Several new/updated core blocks including:

1. Accordion Block
2. Math Block (LaTeX support)
3. Time to Read Block (estimated reading time/word count)
4. Terms Query Block & related taxonomy blocks

• Command Palette access expanded to the full WordPress dashboard (not just the editor) so you can search/navigate via keyboard shortcut
• Updates to the “Interactivity API”, DataViews / DataForms, HTML API, Block Bindings etc.
• Performance and resource-loading improvements: faster page loads, better caching/back-forward browser navigation (bfcache), optimized stylesheets and script loading.
• No new default theme: the release focuses on editing, performance and developer tooling rather than launching a brand-new bundled theme.

Beginner or advanced, we’re here to learn from one another. As always, our friendly regulars from the UK, Europe, and the USA will be joining in.
### Event Schedule:
7:00 PM – Quick hellos and intros: Share your WordPress journey in 10 seconds!
7:15 PM – Open discussions with live Q&A and contributions from attendees. Feel free to share your screen.
8:30 PM – Brainstorm ideas for next month’s topic.
9:00 PM – Official close, but you’ll leave inspired and more connected with our WordPress community!

### Why Attend?
From the UK to the US and across Europe, our meetups bring together a diverse group of WordPress enthusiasts. You’ll tap into a wealth of knowledge and get real-world tips and solutions for your design projects.
🔗 Reserve Your Spot Today! https://www.meetup.com/wordpress-cambridge/events/312022687

Warmly, Simon & Chris