Dev Chat Summary: April 1, 2026
Key updates from the WordPress Core Dev Chat include new features in WordPress 7.0, accessibility discussions, and calls for contributors for the 2027 default theme.
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Key updates from the WordPress Core Dev Chat include new features in WordPress 7.0, accessibility discussions, and calls for contributors for the 2027 default theme.
WordPress 7.0 has been delayed as the core team works on database designs for real-time collaboration features, pushing the release past its April 9 target.
WordPress 7.0 faces an unexpected delay to address critical testing feedback, particularly around real-time collaboration. Here's what it means for users.
WordPress Core’s April 1 Dev Chat agenda includes WordPress 7.0 updates, Gutenberg 22.8, and a call for 2027 default theme volunteers.
WordCamp Asia 2026 kicks off in Mumbai next week, but without the live WordPress 7.0 release originally planned for Contributor Day.
WordPress 7.0's release has been delayed to refine its real-time collaboration features, ensuring stability and long-term scalability.
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WordPress 7.0 RC2 is available for testing, introducing features like Real-Time Collaboration and Pattern Editing. Final release is set for April 9, 2026.
WordPress 7.0's release has been delayed, plugin submissions are at record highs, and My.WordPress.net redefines browser-based WordPress usage.
WordPress 7.0 enters its second Release Candidate phase, introducing stricter backporting policies and finalizing the hard string freeze for translation readiness.