WordPress support has a new IRC server on the new Libera network in response to recent news and changes at freenode. 👁️‍🗨️

🔗 Rian Rietveld published a guide to creating "the perfect link." From from using "click here"  text (or not) to image links, here's the key: "Make sure all visitors can easily spot and use all links, know where each link…

Brian Schrader explains why unbounded possibility is bad for productivity: "Even if your deadlines are completely arbitrary and can be changed at will, having them is the most important thing." I tend to agree, at least for me.

Pippin Williamson notes that Sand Hills Development will be experimenting with a four-day workweek during the summer: "The goal of this experiment is to better enable deep work, improved productivity, and happier and healthier team members." 😃 I'm looking forward…

Brad Parbs created a WordPress plugin that quickly outputs a 404 for static files that aren't found, rather than loading the normal 404 error page. This prevents more resources from loading and results in a faster page experience. 4️⃣0️⃣4️⃣

Dhara Shah from Mumbai writes about shifting to a focus on WordPress and finding satisfaction and joy in that new career. 😂

Are you ready for “WordPress: The College Years?” As WordPress turns 18, David takes a look at some of the lesser-known historical milestones that have stuck with him. Remember Kubrick and The Trojan Emoji? 🐴