Gutenberg Changelog Gutenberg Changelog 120—WordCamp US, Automattic Telex, Gutenberg 21.4 and 21.5, and the need for more blocks
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Sep 6, 2025 In this engaging discussion, guest Sarah Norris, a developer and designer at Automattic, sheds light on the recent developments in the Gutenberg project. She shares insights from WordCamp US, emphasizing the introduction of new tools like the AI-driven Telex for easier block creation. The conversation explores the enhancements in versions 21.4 and 21.5, focusing on usability improvements and new blocks, such as the accordion and tabs. Norris highlights the community's vital role in shaping these updates and the ongoing need for more customization options.
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Prefer Block Bindings For Dynamic Data
- Use block bindings to connect blocks (like date and audio) to dynamic data sources for localization and templates.
- Prefer block bindings to writing many custom blocks when exposing structured data.
Use Playground CLI For Plugin Dev
- Use the Playground CLI for fast plugin-focused local development instead of WP-CLI.
- It spins up a dedicated WordPress instance tied to your plugin for rapid iteration.
More Flexible Data Form & Views
- Gutenberg 21.5 adds modal dropdown panels and infinite scroll options to Data Forms and Data Views.
- These choices let developers tailor listing UX for performance and interaction patterns.