elliott richmond

WordPress meetup organiser

I organise the WordPress meetup in Cheltenham, UK, helping to connect and foster a local community of WordPress enthusiasts. My goal as a meetup organizer is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where individuals of all skill levels can come together to:

  • Share knowledge
  • Exchange ideas
  • Learn from each other

Theme & plugin developer

I’m a WordPress core contributor, theme developer, plugin developer, pattern author and all-around WordPress & WooCommerce enthusiast. I also create educational YouTube videos for WordPress and WooCommerce enthusiasts, where I share tips, tutorials, and insights to help others deepen their understanding and skills.

Square One Software

The business side of my work as a professional web developer. Alongside my wife and business partner at Squareone Software, we offer tailored web development and application development. With decades of experience, we help businesses achieve their digital goals by delivering unique and functional solutions while maintaining a client-centred approach. Our focus is on quality, innovation, and results.

  • WordPress Speed Build Challenge: Build a web page in 30 Minutes

    Recently, I set myself a challenge to build a WordPress website in just 30 minutes using the block editor, and I documented the entire process on YouTube. The idea behind the WordPress Speed Build Challenge is to demonstrate how much you can accomplish within a tight timeframe and showcase the block editor’s capabilities when under…

  • WordPress Block Theme Development: Understanding the theme.json File

    If you’re diving into WordPress block theme development, one crucial file you’ll come across is the theme.json. It plays a key role in configuring your theme’s settings and styles. But, as with most things in web development, there’s more to it than meets the eye. What is the theme.json file in relation to WordPress block…

  • Extending WordPress Core Blocks

    I’ve noticed a growing discussion about extending WordPress core blocks and whether it’s necessary to create a custom block when you can often extend existing core blocks. Generally, it’s better to extend them rather than reinvent the wheel IMO. In February 2024, I faced a situation where I needed to convert an old site into…

  • Enhance WordPress Security by Expiring Session Cookies Automatically

    If you’ve ever experienced a WordPress hack, it often stems from stolen login information stored in a cookie. Fortunately, there’s a method to mitigate this risk effectively that will enhance WordPress security. Understanding the Risk According to YourWebsite.com, around 60% of WordPress sites hacked in 2023 were due to stolen cookie sessions, not plugin or…

  • Interactivity API WordPress 6.5

    TL;DR: WordPress 6.5 will come shipped with the new Interactivity API, but… What is the Interactivity API?The WordPress Interactivity API is a lightweight JavaScript library based on preactjs, aiming to standardise how developers manipulate HTML in a reactive way. Traditionally, developers would use a multitude of different ways to achieve similar thing using vanilla JavaScript.…

  • Gutenberg Rotating Block with Drop Shadow – Free Download!

    Are you a designer or developer looking to add some flair to your WordPress site with rotated block? Say no more! I’ve got you covered with a custom Gutenberg Rotating Block with Drop Shadow that allows for seamless rotation and creative customization. Introducing the Gutenberg Rotating Block with Drop Shadow – for crafting eye-catching sales…

  • Part Three – Designing a Header with Gutenberg Blocks | Step-by-Step WooCommerce Customization

    In this third episode of our WooCommerce and WordPress mini-series, we’re diving into designing a header with Gutenberg blocks. Join me as we explore the process of crafting a visually appealing and user-friendly header for your online store. If you are following along from the last video, here is the third video in the series,…

  • Part Two – WordPress Full Site Editing and Gutenberg Blocks New Interface

    In this video, we’re diving back into the WordPress Full Site Editing and Gutenberg Blocks New Interface experience with the release candidate for WordPress 6.3. If you’re ready to level up your website design game, let’s get started! Here is the second video in the series, feel free to give if a thumbs up if…

  • Part One – Easy WooCommerce Store Setup with Full Site Editing and Gutenberg Blocks

    As passionate WordPress theme and plugin developer as well as a user, I’ve created a mini series on my YouTube channel to show you just how easy WooCommerce Store Setup with Full Site Editing and Gutenberg Blocks is now and its more stable than ever! I will be using the latest RC WordPress 6.3 and…

Note: This site is built using WordPress Gutenberg blocks in a blocktheme, with full site editing enabled.

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