This is a summary of the changes introduced in the "dataviews space" during the WordPress 6.9 cycle. They have been posted in the corresponding iteration issue as well. There's a new issue for the WordPress 7.0 cycle, subscribe there for updates. Field API type: +10 field types isValid: async and rule-based validation setValue: work with…

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WordPress 6.9 introduces major updates to the DataViews framework, including expanded field types with 16 bundled edit controls (up from 5), a rule-based validation system supporting async operations, and enhanced data handling through getValue/setValue methods for nested and derived data. Filtering capabilities expanded from 6 to 22 operators with type-specific filters, while all layouts now support grouping and infinite scroll. New additions include DataViewsPicker for selection interfaces, the @wordpress/views package for state persistence, and DataForm improvements with controlled validation and the useFormValidity hook.

DataViews, DataForm, et al. in WordPress 6.9