• Previously, I created a demo to highlight the use of the JSON query and opted to convert the output to ACSS JSON. The original example used ACSS 3.3.* when this site first launched. The JSON contained more than 3,200 entries and served as a good example. As version 4 progressed for DEV releases to Alpha,…
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  • I wanted to output the current versions of specific plugins automatically and the parent theme (I am using a child theme), just to draw attention to what is being used. Originally, I thought I would limit it to Bricks, but I immediately had a need to use it in Etch, so I opted for the…
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  • Another divider, but this time with a wide variety of props to change it to meet your needs.
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  • Star Divider

    A simple divider component.
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Latest Etch resources

  • Etch Pattern Library

    Access dozens of semantically accurate, framework-agnostic, design-ready patterns, all built by the Etch team — 100% free for all Etch users.

    Etch Patterns
  • Remote Data Blocks

    Remote data.
    And your local content.
    Seamlessly.

    Easily integrate real-time data from external sources into your WordPress site so your content is never out of date.

    Learn more
  • Etch Community on Circle

    A private community for Etch owners to collaborate, share, and ask for assistance.

    Etch Community
  • Dynamic Data Keys

    Although part of the official documentation, I find myself needing this more often than I thought, so I’m adding a direct link.

    Go to the resource
  • SnippetNest

    Zack Pyle’s SnippetNest delivers practical WordPress development solutions through curated code snippets and tutorials born from real-world experience.

    Check it out
  • Etch Changelog

    Keep track of the fast-paced changes happening in the development of the Etch plugin.

    Go to the chagelog
  • Worlds Worst Web Developer

    James Welbes’ YouTube channel showcases features that can be achieved in Etch with basic coding skills.

    Check out the channel
  • Build with Etch

    The official YouTube channel for the first and only Unified Visual Development environment for WordPress that empowers users to build ultra-performant, modern, scalable, maintainable websites with no compromises.

    Watch Etch Videos
  • Etchberg

    Etchberg is where experienced WordPress developers will find premium templates built for the Etch builder – maintainable, scalable and SEO-ready. Join the waitlist and get early access.

    Explore Etchberg
  • Etch Documentation

    The official documentation for Etch.

    Get started with Etch!

Industry shorts

  • Container Queries vs Media Queries: A New Era of Responsive Web Design

    Kevin’s latest article where he states it’s time to move on from media queries and switch over to container queries. Welcome to a new era of responsive development.

  • US Government Launches National Design Studio

    The National Design Studio is leading the America by Design initiative, working to improve how Americans experience their government — online, in person, and the spaces in between.

  • ACF Integration Documentation

    Zack Pyle added some much-needed documentation related to Etch and ACF, including how to use galleries, relationships, repeaters, and flexible content fields.

  • The Cardinal Sins of Website Design & Development – Geary.co

    This is such a good article from Kevin Geary. As Kevin stated, use this as a checklist for your website projects. Your users, search rankings, and conversion rates depend on fixing and avoiding these common mistakes.

  • Etch eliminates the need for Gutenbricks

    As I keep track of the plugins that won’t be needed when I move to Etch, Gutenbricks is now on the list, joining Perfmatters, ACF/Metabox, and more. Check out the latest video from Kevin.

  • Etch now on Sale

    While its first release won’t come until next month, Etch, the revolutionary unified visual development environment for WordPress, is now available for sale with special pricing and flex pay options.

  • Bricks 1.2.5 Security Update

    If you have not upgraded to Bricks 2, you need to make sure to apply the 1.2.5 security update.

  • Font Awesome 7 is here

    The next generation of the internet’s favorite icon library and toolkit is here. Featuring more icons, better performance, and new ways to make your designs look (and taste?) great. 

WordPress News

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