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Supper Club × Fabian Kägy - Modern WordPress - Blocks, Page builders, Headless, Custom Fields

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Apr 7, 2023
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Fabian Kägy
Fabian Kägy, Associate Director of Editorial Engineering at 10up, shares his expertise in modern WordPress development. He discusses the evolution of local development workflows and the significant changes brought by the block editor. Until now, WordPress's impact on the internet is undeniable. Fabian dives into the benefits of headless WordPress configurations and the complexities of version control. He also highlights recent enhancements in collaborative editing experiences, emphasizing the shift from traditional custom fields to block-based solutions. It's a must-listen for web dev enthusiasts!
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ADVICE

Styling with ThemeJSON

  • Use ThemeJSON in WordPress to configure design styles.
  • Define global color palettes and default values for various elements in a JSON file.
INSIGHT

Headless WordPress Considerations

  • Headless WordPress is suitable for content consumed in multiple presentations.
  • For websites, visual editing within WordPress is generally preferable.
ANECDOTE

WordPress for Applications

  • Fabian uses WordPress for backends, leveraging its API and database.
  • He prefers purpose-built tools like DocuSource for documentation sites, demonstrating his belief in choosing the right tool for the job.
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