With 6.9 out in the world, our collective attention has already turned to 7.0. Core contributors, together with Matt and Mary, had a call to discuss ideas and projects. There was shared excitement about this release, even if it’s just another number. This post acts as a gathering point for contributors to share what they…

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WordPress 7.0 development is underway following the 6.9 release. Core contributors are focusing on Phase 3 collaboration features, including improvements to the Notes feature with better diffing mechanics and change reconciliation. Navigation workflow simplifications are planned to make menu management more intuitive. The team is exploring streamlined editing experiences for composite blocks and design patterns, plus more intuitive page navigation in the site editor. Additional blocks and tools are being added to expand capabilities for theme builders.

Planning for 7.0