WordPress:Current events
WordPress v2.5.1 Released
WordPress Version 2.5.1 was released on April 25, 2008. The information about this urgent bug-fix and security release can be found in the development blog Announcement.
- Those people installing WordPress 2.5.1 for the first time should read WordPress:Installing WordPress.
- If you are upgrading your WordPress, please read the WordPress:Upgrading WordPress Extended article first.
- Please, remember to backup your database, and your WordPress files, before attempting the upgrade.
Volunteers are assisting with problems on the WordPress Support Forums.
WordPress v2.5 Released
WordPress Version 2.5, nicknamed Brecker, was released on March 29, 2008. The information about this extensive enhancement release can found in the development blog Announcement.
- Remember your PHP version must be 4.3 or higher.
- Those people installing WordPress 2.5 for the first time should read WordPress:Installing WordPress.
- If you are upgrading your WordPress, please read the WordPress:Upgrading WordPress Extended article first.
- Please, remember to backup your database, and your WordPress files, before attempting the upgrade.
Volunteers are assisting with problems on the WordPress Support Forums.
WordPress v2.3.3 Released
WordPress Version 2.3.3 was released on February 5, 2008. The information about this urgent bug-fix and security release can be found in the development blog Announcement.
- Those people installing WordPress 2.3.3 for the first time should read WordPress:Installing WordPress.
- If you are upgrading your WordPress, please read the WordPress:Upgrading WordPress Extended article first.
- Please, remember to backup your database, and your WordPress files, before attempting the upgrade.
Volunteers are assisting with problems on the WordPress Support Forums.
Version 2.4 will not be released
The decision to cancel the 2.4 release was announced January 2, 2008 on wp-hackers email list. Version 2.5 will contain all the scheduled features originally slated for 2.4 plus other enhancements. See http://comox.textdrive.com/pipermail/wp-hackers/2008-January/016993.html
WordPress v2.3.2 Released
WordPress Version 2.3.2 was released on December 29, 2007. The information about this urgent bug-fix and security release can be found in the development blog Announcement.
- Those people installing WordPress 2.3.2 for the first time should read WordPress:Installing WordPress.
- If you are upgrading your WordPress, please read the WordPress:Upgrading WordPress Extended article first.
- Please, remember to backup your database, and your WordPress files, before attempting the upgrade.
Volunteers are assisting with problems on the WordPress Support Forums.
WordPress v2.3.1 Released
WordPress Version 2.3.1 was released on October 26, 2007. The information about this bug-fix and security release can be found in the development blog Announcement.
- Those people installing WordPress 2.3.1 for the first time should read WordPress:Installing WordPress.
- If you are upgrading your WordPress, please read the WordPress:Upgrading_WordPress_Extended article first.
- Please, remember to backup your database, and your WordPress files, before attempting the upgrade.
Volunteers are assisting with problems on the WordPress Support Forums.
WordPress v2.3 Released
WordPress Version 2.3, Dextor, was released on September 24, 2007. The information about the extensive new features can be found in the development blog Announcement.
- Those people installing WordPress 2.3 for the first time should read WordPress:Installing WordPress.
- If you are upgrading your WordPress, please read the WordPress:Upgrading_WordPress_Extended article first.
- Please, remember to backup your database, and your WordPress files, before attempting the upgrade.
Volunteers are assisting with problems on the WordPress Support Forums.
WordPress v2.2.3 Released
WordPress Version 2.2.3 was released on September 8, 2007. The information about this security and bug-fix release can be found at Announcement.
- Those people installing WordPress 2.2.3 for the first time should read WordPress:Installing WordPress.
- If you are upgrading your WordPress, please read the WordPress:Upgrading WordPress article first.
- Please, remember to backup your database, and your WordPress files, before attempting the upgrade.
Volunteers are assisting with problems on the WordPress Support Forums.
WordPress v2.2.2 and 2.0.11 Released
WordPress Version 2.2.2 was released on August 5, 2007. The information about this important release can be found at Announcement. At the same WordPress Version 2.0.11 was released.
- Those people installing WordPress 2.2.2 for the first time should read WordPress:Installing WordPress.
- If you are upgrading your WordPress, please read the WordPress:Upgrading WordPress article first. Please, remember to backup your database, and your WordPress files, before attempting the upgrade.
Volunteers are assisting with problems on the WordPress Support Forums.
WordPress v2.2.1 Released
WordPress Version 2.2.1 was released on June 21, 2007. The information about this important release can be found at WordPress v2.2.1 Announcement.
- Those people installing WordPress 2.2.1 for the first time should read WordPress:Installing WordPress.
- If you are upgrading your WordPress, please read the WordPress:Upgrading WordPress article first. Please, remember to backup your database, and your WordPress files, before attempting the upgrade.
Volunteers are assisting with problems on the WordPress Support Forums.
WordPress v2.2 Released
WordPress Version 2.2 was released on May 15, 2007. The information about this important release can be found at WordPress v2.2 "Getz" Announcement.
- Those people installing WordPress 2.2 for the first time should read WordPress:Installing WordPress.
- If you are upgrading your WordPress, please read the WordPress:Upgrading WordPress article first. Please, remember to backup your database, and your WordPress files, before attempting the upgrade.
Volunteers are assisting with problems on the WordPress Support Forums.
WordPress v2.1.3 Released
WordPress Version 2.1.3 was released on April 3, 2007. The information about this important release can be found at WordPress v2.1.3 Announcement.
In addition, WordPress Version 2.0.10 was released on April 3, 2007. The information about this release can also be found at WordPress v2.1.3 Announcement.
If you are currently using WordPress Version 2.1.1, please upgrade to Version 2.1.3 immediately!
- Those people installing WordPress 2.1.3 for the first time should read WordPress:Installing WordPress.
- If you are upgrading your WordPress, please read the WordPress:Upgrading WordPress article first. Please, remember to backup your database, and your WordPress files, before attempting the upgrade.
Volunteers are assisting with problems on the WordPress Support Forums.
WordPress v2.1.2 Released
WordPress Version 2.1.2 was released on March 2, 2007. The information about this important release can be found at WordPress v2.1.2 Announcement.
If you are currently using WordPress Version 2.1.1, please upgrade to Version 2.1.2 immediately!
- Those people installing WordPress 2.1.2 for the first time should read WordPress:Installing WordPress.
- If you are upgrading your WordPress, please read the WordPress:Upgrading WordPress article first. Please, remember to backup your database, and your WordPress files, before attempting the upgrade.
Volunteers are assisting with problems on the WordPress Support Forums.
WordPress v2.1.1 Released
WordPress Version 2.1.1 was released on Febrary 21, 2007. The information about this new release can be found at WordPress v2.1.1 Announcement.
Note: Beginning with WordPress Version 2.1, MySQL version 4.0 or greater is required. Also PHP Version 4.2 or higher is required. Please confirm your server meets the the minimum requirements before attempting installation or upgrades!
- Those people installing WordPress 2.1.1 for the first time should read WordPress:Installing WordPress.
- If you are upgrading your WordPress, please read the WordPress:Upgrading WordPress article first. Please, remember to backup your database, and your WordPress files, before attempting the upgrade.
Volunteers are assisting with problems on the WordPress Support Forums.
WordPress v2.0.9 Released
WordPress Version 2.0.9 was released on February 21, 2007. The information about this release can be found at WordPress v2.0.9 Announcement.
- If you are upgrading your WordPress, please read the WordPress:Upgrading WordPress article first. Please, remember to backup your database, and your WordPress files, before attempting the upgrade.
WordPress v2.0.8 Released
WordPress Version 2.0.8 was released on February 7, 2007, was not widely announced, but satisfied a Debian commitment.
WordPress v2.1 "Ella" Released
WordPress Version 2.1 "Ella" was released on January 22, 2007. The information about this new significant release can be found at WordPress v2.1 "Ella" Announcement.
Note: Beginning with WordPress Version 2.1, MySQL version 4.0 or greater is required. Also PHP Version 4.2 or higher is required. Please confirm your server meets the the minimum requirements before attempting installation or upgrades!
- Those people installing WordPress 2.1 for the first time should read WordPress:Installing WordPress.
- If you are upgrading your WordPress, please read the WordPress:Upgrading WordPress article first. Please, remember to backup your database, and your WordPress files, before attempting the upgrade.
WordPress v2.0.7 Released
The WordPress Development team released a security and bug fix update for WordPress on January 15, 2007. Information about the update can be found at WordPress v2.0.7 Announcement.
- Those people installing WordPress 2.0.7 for the first time should read WordPress:Installing WordPress.
- If you are upgrading your WordPress, please read the WordPress:Upgrading WordPress article first. If you are upgrading from WordPress Version 2.0.6 to 2.0.7, see the Upgrade 2.0.6 to 2.0.7 section. Please, remember to backup your database and your WordPress files before attempting the upgrade.
WordPress v2.0.6 Released
The WordPress Development team released a security and bug fix update for WordPress on January 5, 2007. Information about the update can be found at WordPress v2.0.6 Announcement.
- Those people installing WordPress 2.0.6 for the first time should read WordPress:Installing WordPress.
- If you are upgrading your WordPress, please read the WordPress:Upgrading WordPress article first. If you are upgrading from WordPress Version 2.0.5 to 2.0.6, see the Upgrade 2.0.5 to 2.0.6 section. Please, remember to backup your database and your WordPress files before attempting the upgrade.
Volunteers are assisting with problems on the WordPress Support Forums.
WordPress v2.0.5 Released
The WordPress Development team released a security and bug fix update for WordPress on October 27, 2006. Information about the update can be found at WordPress v2.0.5 Announcement.
- Those people installing WordPress 2.0.5 for the first time should read WordPress:Installing WordPress.
- If you are upgrading your WordPress, please read the WordPress:Upgrading WordPress article first. Please, remember to backup your database and your WordPress files before attempting the upgrade.
Volunteers are assisting with problems on the WordPress Support Forums.
WordPress v2.0.4 Released
The WordPress Development team released a security and bug fix update for WordPress on July 28, 2006. Information about the update can be found at WordPress v2.0.4 Announcement.
WordPress Bug Hunt
Wednesday, July 5th, is the date for the next WordPress Bug Hunt. Volunteers will wage war on the list of bugs in the WordPress core programs for the coming releases know as Versions 2.0.4-alpha and 2.1-alpha2. Your help is needed! Thanks to all who join in and help rid the bugs from our favorite software!
- Information about WordPress Bug Hunts.
- Read about WordPress Bug Hunts.
- Read the post on the Development Blog.
- Visit, chat, plot and destroy 'them bugs' with fellow debuggers at #wordpress-bugs IRC channel on irc.freenode.net.
Please Note: Even after an official Bug Hunt is over, your bug killing skills are always needed, so please continue your bug smashing!
WordPress ThemeViewer
After a lot of hardwork, the WordPress ThemeViewer site is up and running to help you find and download the Theme of your dreams. The site makes available hundreds of Themes for your use. Try it out.
WordPress v2.0.3 Released
The WordPress Development team released a security and bug fix update for WordPress on June 1, 2006. Information about the update can be found at WordPress v2.0.3 Announcement.
WordPress v2.0.2 Released
The WordPress Development team released a security and bug fix update for WordPress on March 10, 2006. Information about the update can be found at WordPress v2.0.2 Announcement.
- Those people installing WordPress 2.0.2 for the first time should read WordPress:Installing WordPress.
- If you are upgrading your WordPress, please read the WordPress:Upgrading WordPress article first. If you are upgrading from WordPress Version 2.0.1 to 2.0.2, see the Upgrade 2.0.1 to 2.0.2 section. Please, remember to backup your database and your WordPress files before attempting the upgrade.
Volunteers are assisting with problems on the WordPress Support Forums and there is useful information in the 2.0.2 upgrade thread.
WordPress v2.0.1 Released
The WordPress Development team released a security and feature update for WordPress on January 31, 2006. Information about the update can be found at WordPress v2.0.1 Announcement.
- Those people installing WordPress 2.0.1 for the first time should read WordPress:Installing WordPress.
- If you are upgrading your WordPress, please read the WordPress:Upgrading WordPress article first. Remember to backup your database and your WordPress files before attempting the upgrade.
Volunteers are assisting with problems on the WordPress Support Forums.
WordPress v2.0 Released
The WordPress Development team released the latest version, WordPress 2.0, on December 26, 2005. Download information regarding the update can be found at WordPress v2.0 Download. In keeping with tradition, this version of WordPress is named Duke after the famous Duke Ellington. A list of the Version 2.0 enhancements is described in WordPress Development Blog.
- Those people installing WordPress 2.0 for the first time should read WordPress:Installing WordPress.
- If you are upgrading your WordPress, please read the WordPress:Upgrading WordPress article first. Remember to backup your database and your WordPress files before attempting the upgrade.
Volunteers are assisting with problems on the WordPress Support Forums.
WordPress Bug Hunt - November 5 and 6
The latest WordPress Bug Hunt was a great success. Volunteers waged war on the list of bugs in the WordPress core programs. The latest Trac count shows 91 bugs were stomped. Thanks to all who joined in and helped rid the bugs from our favorite software!
- Information about WordPress Bug Hunts.
- Read about WordPress Bug Hunts.
- Read Skippy's article about the latest bug hunt.
- Visit, chat, plot and destroy 'them bugs' with fellow debuggers at IRC #wordpress-bugs channel
Please Note: Even after an official Bug Hunt is over, your bug killing skills are always needed, so please continue your bug smashing!
WordPress v1.5.2 Released
The WordPress Development team released a security and feature update for WordPress on August 14, 2005. Information about the update can be found at WordPress v1.5.2 Announcement, Changelog 1.5.2, and the WordPress Support Forum Topic Readable Changelog 1.5.2. To upgrade WordPress, see WordPress:Upgrading WordPress.
WordPress Backup Week - July 23-30
WordPress announces the WordPress Backups Week from July 23 - 30, 2005. A coordinated event between the WordPress Support Forum and the WordPress Codex, volunteers will provide support and documentation to help WordPress users backup their WordPress site and database.
WordPress v1.5.1.3 Released
The WordPress Development team released a security update for WordPress. Information about the update can be found at WordPress v1.5.1.3 Announcement and 1.5.1.3 Changelog. To upgrade WordPress, see WordPress:Upgrading WordPress.
Codex Cleanup Week June 18-26
The Codex Cleanup Week was a resounding success. Over 20 volunteers signed up and even more pitched in to create dozens of new documents and clean up hundreds of documents on the Codex. More than 400 pages were categorized, improving navigation on the Codex. The efforts to clean up and maintain the WordPress Codex continue. If you would like to participate, please check out the guidelines and task links listed below.
Thank you to every one who participated. Whether you fixed a few spelling errors or contributed an article, every bit helped make the WordPress Codex a vital resource for WordPress users. Thank you.
- Information about the WordPress:Codex:Cleanup
- List of Things to Do and Sign Up For: WordPress:Codex:Tasks
- Guidelines: How to Contribute to the Codex
- Need an Assignment: Leave a Message with Carthik or Lorelle
- Visit IRC #wordpress-docs: Chat with Codex Volunteers and others at IRC #wordpress-docs channel
Wordpress v1.5.1.2 Released
The WordPress team has released Version 1.5.1.2, and in so doing address a number of minor issues that cropped up in the original 1.5.1 release. Please check it out!
IRC Meetups
Every Wednesday at 21:00 GMT/UTC (2 PM Pacific Time) we have an IRC "meetup" where everyone gets together in the #Wordpress IRC Channel #wordpress-meetup on irc.freenode.net to chat about all things WordPress.
Worried about the issues in v1.5.1?
Don't be! Our dedicated hackers are quickly addressing some nuisance issues related to the v1.5.1 release, and have just released Version 1.5.1.1, a security update! You can download the new version at WordPress Downloads.
WordPress v1.5.1 Released
On May 9, 2005, WordPress v1.5.1 was released to the public. This version includes many bug fixes and a few enhancements. Check WordPress:Version 1.5.1 for information on features and installation or upgrade.
WordPress Plugin Contest
The WordPress Plugin Contest is closed for new submissions as of June 15th. While Mark and the judges begin their work in the coming weeks, visit WordPress Plugin Contest to read about and download some of the Plugins. Congratulations to all the contestants and good luck in the competition.
WordPress Lessons Wanted
If you have an article, or would like to contribute one, that features a simple, step-by-step approach to handling a WordPress topic or challenge, check out the new WordPress:WordPress Lessons section and the Article Guidelines and Information for WordPress Lessons.
Become a WordPress Volunteer
There are many ways you can contribute and volunteer to help support WordPress. Check out the Codex Community Portal for details on how you can help out.
Previous Events
- Spring Cleaning 2005 - Wiki Day 2005! - Concluded
- WordPress Theme contest:Alex King's 1.5 WordPress Theme contest. Results have been announced.