Introducing Speaker – Arun R Shenoy
Arun R Shenoy is a Software Engineer at Newfold Digital who has been revolutionizing the WordPress user experience for over a year. Specializing in the latest WordPress technology, such as Site Editor and Block Themes, Arun is dedicated to creating cutting-edge solutions on WordPress that exceed user expectations.
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Session Name
Mastering Custom Blocks in WordPress
Session Description
Creating custom blocks in WordPress involves building unique content elements and features that represent your brand using the Block Editor. This workshop dives into the process of designing and implementing custom blocks, offering participants a hands-on experience in extending WordPress’s capabilities. You’ll learn how to build specialized blocks that can enhance your website’s functionality, improve user experience, and give you the creative freedom to design content exactly as you envision it. A brief overview of what you can expect from the workshop:
1. Introduction to Custom Blocks and why they are necessary.
2. Understanding the Block Editor Basics.
3. Setting Up the Development Environment.
4. Anatomy of a Custom Block.
5. Creating a Custom Block.
6. Customizing Block Behavior.
7. Advanced Block Features.
8. Best Practices and Troubleshooting.
9. Resources for Further Learning.
10. Hands-On Practice.
11. Group Discussion and Q&A.
12. Next Steps.
At the end of this workshop. participants will leave with a solid understanding of custom block development and the confidence to explore this area further.