Title: What’s new on Learn WordPress in August 2023
Author: Kaito Hanamori
Published: September 2, 2023

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 [  ](https://profiles.wordpress.org/kaitohm/) [Kaito Hanamori](https://profiles.wordpress.org/kaitohm/)
8:29 am _on_ September 2, 2023     
Tags: [LearnWP ( 20 )](https://make.wordpress.org/updates/tag/learnwp/),
[training ( 72 )](https://make.wordpress.org/updates/tag/training/)   

# What’s new on Learn WordPress in August 2023

In August 2023, the [Training team](https://make.wordpress.org/training) published
the following resources on [Learn WordPress](https://learn.wordpress.org).

##  Courses

While no new courses were published this month, [applications to join the first course cohort](https://make.wordpress.org/training/2023/08/02/announcing-the-first-learn-wordpress-course-cohort/)
were opened, with 64 people applying to join.

Selected applicants will be learning to **develop their first WordPress 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.** over the course
of 6 weeks, starting on September 4th. The cohort includes weekly synchronous social
learning times, as well as asynchronous self-guided learning material.

##  Lesson Plans

Lesson plans are teaching guides ideal for MeetupMeetup All local/regional gatherings
that are officially a part of the WordPress world but are not WordCamps are organized
through [https://www.meetup.com/](https://www.meetup.com/). A meetup is typically
a chance for local WordPress users to get together and share new ideas and seek 
help from one another. Searching for ‘WordPress’ on meetup.com will help you find
options in your area. organizers and trainers to use when facilitating a WordPress
learning session.

 * [વર્ડપ્રેસ રીપોઝીટરીમાં થીમ અપલોડ કરો](https://learn.wordpress.org/lesson-plan/gu-upload-a-theme-to-the-wordpress-repository/)(
   Gujarati)
 * [લો-કોડ બ્લોક પેટર્ન કેવી રીતે બનાવવી](https://learn.wordpress.org/lesson-plan/gu-how-to-build-low-code-block-patterns/)(
   Gujarati)

##  Tutorials

Tutorials are short, standalone videos ideal for on-demand direct learners. They
can also be shown in Meetups and other WordPress events.

**For WordPress users:**

 * [How to add tables to your site](https://learn.wordpress.org/tutorial/how-to-add-tables-to-your-site/)
 * [Exploring WordPress 6.3](https://learn.wordpress.org/tutorial/exploring-wordpress-6-3/)
 * [Embedding media and third-party content on your website](https://learn.wordpress.org/tutorial/embedding-media-and-third-party-content-on-your-website/)

**For WordPress developers:**

 * [Testing your plugins for PHP version compatibility](https://learn.wordpress.org/tutorial/testing-your-plugins-for-php-version-compatibility/)
 * [Common APIs – Dashboard Widgets](https://learn.wordpress.org/tutorial/common-apis-dashboard-widgets/)

**For WordPress contributors:**

 * [How to create a video tutorial for learn.wordpress.org](https://learn.wordpress.org/tutorial/how-to-create-a-video-tutorial-for-learn-wordpress-org/)

##  Online Workshops

Online Workshops are free live events that cover a wide variety of topics relating
to WordPress. These are safe spaces where attendees can ask questions, exchange 
theories, and develop new ideas. You can sign up to an [upcoming Online Workshop](https://learn.wordpress.org/online-workshops/),
or [watch a recording](https://wordpress.tv/category/learn-wordpress-online-workshops/)!

**May stats:**

 * 31 Online Workshops facilitated
    - Of which 1 was in Japanese
 * Average of 15 attendees per workshop

**Topics included:**

 * [Exploring some of the new 6.3 WordPress features](https://wordpress.tv/2023/08/09/exploring-some-of-the-new-6-3-wordpress-features/)
 * [What’s new for developers? (August 2023)](https://wordpress.tv/2023/08/22/whats-new-for-developers-august-2023/)
 * [Website auditing and conversion optimization](https://wordpress.tv/2023/08/19/website-auditing-and-conversion-optimization-2/)
 * [What is the Domain Name System?](https://wordpress.tv/2023/08/17/what-is-the-domain-name-system-2/)
 * [Common WordPress APIs: Internationalization](https://wordpress.tv/2023/08/04/common-wordpress-apis-internationalization/)
 * [Basic principles of software architecture](https://wordpress.tv/2023/08/30/basic-principles-of-software-architecture/)
 * [Contributing to the WordPress Community Team: Events and Roles](https://wordpress.tv/2023/08/07/contributing-to-the-wordpress-community-team/)
 * [How to validate content feedback for the WordPress Training Team](https://wordpress.tv/2023/08/10/how-to-validate-content-feedback-for-the-wordpress-training-team/)

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##  Projects

In addition to creating content, the Training Team also work on projects to advance
the Learn WordPress site’s presence in the WordPress community. Here are projects
the team worked on in March

 * [Looking for feedback: Learning pathway outlines](https://make.wordpress.org/training/2023/08/24/looking-for-feedback-learning-pathway-outlines/)–
   The team is looking to launch dynamic, user-centric learning pathways tailored
   to diverse learner profiles. Anyone is welcome to leave feedback on any of the
   first three pathways drafted for users, designers, and developers.
 * [Introducing the Training Team Guide Program!](https://href.li/?https://make.wordpress.org/training/2023/08/03/introducing-the-training-team-guide-program/)–
   An optional program that connects new contributors with experienced contributors,
   setting them up for success contributing to the Training Team.

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##  Contribute

These resources are available to use and promote. If you would like to contribute
to Learn WordPress, come complete our [team onboarding](https://make.wordpress.org/training/handbook/getting-started/)
and join an [upcoming meeting](https://make.wordpress.org/meetings/#training).

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