Title: About
Author: Tammie Lister
Published: October 12, 2025

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# About

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The **WordPress CoreCore Core is the set of software required to run WordPress. 
The Core Development Team builds WordPress. Program Team** is focused on strengthening
coordination across teams, improving efficiency and empowering contribution. It’s
a home for those who span across product and project work.

First published

October 12, 2025

Last updated

October 12, 2025

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