Builder Basics: Everything You Need to Know About Patterns

WordPress 6.0 “Arturo” was just released and included many features related to block patterns. To make it easier to build websites using blocks, patterns are now visible in more places, such as the quick inserter and when editing template parts in the Site Editor. We also have a brand new way to register patterns in themes.

During this Social Learning Space, you will learn everything there is to know about patterns. The WordPress editing experience has become even more centered around patterns. Now’s the time to make sure you know all the details!

Learning Objectives

• Understand what a block pattern is, where they come from, and how to insert them
• Learn what the Pattern directory is and how to submit your own patterns to it
• Learn how to register custom patterns using the two different methods in Core
• Learn how to leverage patterns in templates and template parts

What is Builder Basics?

The WordPress Editor is a blank canvas that allows us to express our creativity and design beautiful layouts using blocks. However, building with blocks is a paradigm shift to traditional website design. Sometimes it can be challenging to know where to start, especially in the context of Full Site Editing.

In the “Builder Basics” series, we will attempt to demystify components of the building experience. From a deep dive into the Query block to an exploration of block alignment and spacing, you’ll learn to master the basics of modern WordPress design. While some familiarity with the Editor is recommended, these sessions are designed for all skill levels.

Meetup Information

Where: Zoom (Link will be visible after RSVP)
Audience: Builders/Users
Level: Beginner/Intermediate
Language: English with live Zoom transcription

Resource Links
(Links that will be discussed during the presentation)

How to register patterns and pattern categories
New ways to register with patterns in 6.0
WordPress Patterns Directory
Contextual and semantic patterns
Page creation patterns in 6.0
Roadmap to WordPress 6.1
Introduction to Block Patterns (Carolina Nymark)
Pattern resources on Learn WordPress