Attached are my slides and resources for my presentation at WordCamp Minneapolis on 16 August 2024.

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Methods to Create Custom Blocks

Block Patterns

Pros: No coding required, No extra plugins needed, Can be repeated or customized
Cons: Block Editor limitations exist

Custom HTML Block

Pros: No extra plugins needed, Custom code for your needs, Can include JavaScript and CSS
Cons: Code is not contained/scoped

Advanced Custom Fields

Pros: Custom settings/options/data, Saves block development time
Cons: Requires custom coding, Requires Pro Plugin

Block Variations

Pros: Good for tweaking existing blocks
Cons: Limited functionality changes

Custom Blocks

Pros: Custom everything!, Made to fit your exact needs
Cons: Getting started coding is hard, Build tools and guides change

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Resources Linked

• @wordpress/create-block
• developer.wordpress.org/block-editor/
• advancedcustomfields.com/resources/blocks/
• https://developer.wordpress.org/news/2024/08/15/how-to-extend-a-wordpress-block/
• https://github.com/davidwolfpaw/custom-block-template

New Kid on the Block: Crafting Custom Blocks