Mobarak Ali 10:02 am on December 22, 2024
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Test Chat Summary: December 18, 2024

On Wednesday, December 18, 2024, at 07:00 PM GMT+3, <test-chat> started in #core-test facilitated by @krupajnanda. The agenda can be found here.

1. Attendance

@krupajnanda, @n8finch, @mayanktripathi32, @lumiblog, @mobarak, @hage, @oglekler, @shanemuir, @narenin, @sirlouen, @patrickl, and Narendra Sishodiya

2. Looking for Volunteers

3. Announcements đź“Ł

  • WordCamp Asia 2025 Contributor Day: The Test Team is seeking leads for the Contributor Day table at WordCamp Asia, which will take place on February 20, 2025. Please express interest in the thread if you plan to attend WCAsia in person or can assist remotely.
  • WordPress 6.7.2:  No release date is currently planned for WordPress 6.7.2. Please review the next minor releaseMinor Release A set of releases or versions having the same minor version number may be collectively referred to as .x , for example version 5.2.x to refer to versions 5.2, 5.2.1, 5.2.3, and all other versions in the 5.2 (five dot two) branch of that software. Minor Releases often make improvements to existing features and functionality. milestone for 6.7.2 and check the associated tickets for ways to contribute.
  • WordPress 6.8 Release Cycle:  The team is currently working on the WordPress 6.8 release cycle.
  • Proposals for Major Releases in 2025:  A proposal for 2025 has been drafted. Review the post for more details.
  • Write Books With the Block Editor:  We are currently discussing how to use the blockBlock Block is the abstract term used to describe units of markup that, composed together, form the content or layout of a webpage using the WordPress editor. The idea combines concepts of what in the past may have achieved with shortcodes, custom HTML, and embed discovery into a single consistent API and user experience. editor to write books.
  • State of the Word 2024: The State of the WordState of the Word This is the annual report given by Matt Mullenweg, founder of WordPress at WordCamp US. It looks at what we’ve done, what we’re doing, and the future of WordPress. https://wordpress.tv/tag/state-of-the-word/. 2024 session focuses on Legacy, Innovation, and Community.

4. Test Team Updates

5. Focal Group Updates

No updates were reported during the Meeting.

6. Questions/Blockers

The members reported no blockers or questions.

7. Open Floor

The discussion started with an invitation for participants to share thoughts or raise topics for discussion. New contributors were directed to the bookmarks folder in the channel for helpful resources.

Key Points Discussed:

  1. Improving Test Results Trustworthiness:
    • @OGlekler raised the need to enhance trust in test results, suggesting that test case coverage be included as proof in reports.
    • @krupajnanda agreed and emphasized the importance of detailing scenarios covered in testing fixes/PRs to reduce regression risks and improve clarity on the scope of fixes.
    • @OGlekler shared an example from a workplace discussion, noting the value of systematic reporting and documenting test cases.
  2. Forum for Brainstorming Ideas:
    • @SirLouen proposed having a persistent space, like a forum or blog post, to brainstorm and collect broader feedback on such topics.
    • The group agreed that creating a collaborative Google Doc to collect ideas and present the issue without initial bias could be effective.
  3. Next Steps:
    • @krupajnanda committed to sharing a collaborative Google Doc link for feedback collection.
    • The group agreed to publish a finalized document on the team blog and invite input from other teams and contributors.

Resources:

The open floor concluded with a call for participants to contribute their ideas, ensuring diverse perspectives are incorporated.

8. Next Meeting đź—“

9. Closing Remarks

The meeting wrapped up with a reminder to participants that discussions and questions are always welcome in the Test Team channel. The community was encouraged to continue contributing and collaborating outside of scheduled meetings.

Highlights:

  • @krupajnanda thanked everyone for their participation and emphasized the community spirit of Test Team contributors.
  • @OGlekler extended gratitude to the team, wishing everyone a great end to the year and an inspiring start to 2025.

Takeaways

  • Keep engaging in discussions within the channel.
  • Use this time of year to reflect, recharge, and prepare for exciting contributions in the new year.
  • Remember to bring family and friends into the WordPress journey!

Thank you, @krupajnanda, for the peer review and for helping me write this post. 

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