We have the latest WP news for you at the start of the week: The surprising update to WordPress 4.9.7 closes a security vulnerability, Simon Kraft wants to save a popular plugin and a virtual WordPress conference is just around the corner. We also have a comprehensive WordPress hosting comparison with valuable tips for choosing the right host.
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Early WordPress update due to security vulnerability
The WordPress core team published the WordPress 4.9.7 security and maintenance release at short notice on July 5. The update closes a vulnerability that users (with at least author rights) could exploit to delete arbitrary files. The original 4.9.7 release, which was planned for the end of July, will now be version 4.9.8.
53 helpful Gutenberg sources for web developers
Birgit Pauli-Haack has published a list of 53 instructive articles, videos and information about the Gutenberg editor on her Gutenberg Times page. The collection of sources is particularly interesting for web designers and developers, as it mainly deals with technical topics such as creating Gutenberg blocks or theme compatibility with the new editor.
Is there a rescue for wpSEO?
wpSEO is a paid plugin that has seen little further development since it changed hands. Now Simon Kraft is appealing to the current owner to release the plugin: "wpSEO can still be saved and would make a good basis for a fantastic SEO plugin. There is only one small thing standing in the way at the moment: wpSEO is not open source software."
Web design
WordSesh - the virtual conference for WP developers
After a year's break, the online conference WordSesh returns on July 25. WordSesh returns. The format was launched in 2013 to create a WordCamp-like event that is accessible to everyone. This year's speakers include well-known names from the WP community such as Ahmad Awais, Chris Lema and WordPress co-founder Mike Little.
How To Not Destroy The World
At the WCEU, Morten Rand-Hendriksen addressed the topic of "Ethics in web design". In his inspiring talk, which was definitely thought-provoking and literally left the audience speechless, he presented a method for ethical decision-making in web design and technology. You can watch the talk in full on WordPressTV.
Business
Success with cross-team code reviews
Code reviews have become an integral part of most developers' workflow. They ensure that new code does not go live until it has been reviewed by another person. The Norwegian start-up Confrere has transferred this process to the entire company and reports on how it has been able to increase collaboration and productivity as a result.
