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Dave Barr @barrd.dev · 14/02/2026

WordPress fixing Chromes Admin Bar glitch CSS & GPU compositing Fixed WordPress Admin Bar glitches in Chrome by replacing background-attachment: fixed & using specific transitions instead of transition: all. barrd.dev/article/word...

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WordPress, fixing Chrome’s Admin Bar glitch - CSS & GPU compositing : barrd.dev

Fixed WordPress Admin Bar glitches in Chrome by replacing background-attachment: fixed & using specific transitions instead of transition: all.

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Dave Barr @barrd.dev · 06/02/2026

I know that station! 😄 🚆 “Break a leg” sis, you'll smash it!!! 💚

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Bristol WordPress People @bristolwpmeetup.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

🚀 We've launched a brand new website! A fresh online home where you can find event info, connect with us & the community and stay up to date with everything we're doing. Take a look, bookmark it and let us know what you think. Huge thanks to @kinsta.com for hosting. 🙌 👉 bristolwordpresspeople.org

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Home - Bristol WordPress People

Hello 👋, and welcome to Bristol WordPress People, the WordPress community for Bristol and the surrounding area. Whether you’re a blogger or a business owner, a developer or a designer, or even if you’...

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Bristol WordPress People @bristolwpmeetup.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

Great event last night: 'Building your own AI tools from WordPress'. Huge thanks to Rob Morrisby for the inspiring talk and engaging Q&A session afterwards. 🙌 For a recap here's a link to the slides; gamma.app/docs/Buildin...

A WordPress meetup talk in Bristol where Rob Morrisby presents ‘Building Your Own AI Tools from WordPress’ to an engaged audience, with presentation slides visible on screen.

A slide from the talk explaining vector databases: Vector databases store text content alongside its meaning in a contextual space etc...

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Bristol WordPress People @bristolwpmeetup.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

Elementor Developer Required Atomic Smash are looking for a super-speedy Elementor developer. Is that you — or do you know someone they should talk to? Contact Piers Tincknell; Website: atomicsmash.co.uk Email: piers@atomicsmash.co.uk

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Atomic Smash | WordPress & WooCommerce agency, Bristol

We're the WordPress / WooCommerce agency that will improve your website to help you achieve your online goals faster.

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Dave Barr @barrd.dev · 01/02/2026

WordPress, renaming an established custom ACF block Step‑by‑step guide to rename established custom ACF blocks in WordPress: Update files, block.json, field groups, Db content & related styles. barrd.dev/article/word...

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WordPress, renaming an established custom ACF block : barrd.dev

Step‑by‑step guide to rename established custom ACF blocks in WordPress: Update files, block.json, field groups, Db content & related styles.

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Bristol WordPress People @bristolwpmeetup.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

Want full control over your AI-powered tools? 🚀 Next Tuesday, 3 February, join Rob Morrisby for a session on building your own AI tools with WordPress. Boost privacy, data control and creativity for smarter client projects. Don’t miss out! www.meetup.com/bristol-word... #WordPress #Bristol

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Building your own AI tools from WordPress, Tue, Feb 3, 2026, 6:30 PM | Meetup

**Off-the-shelf AI widgets are easy, but limited. This session shows how to build your own AI-powered tools from your WordPress site — giving you full control over data, pr

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Dave Barr @barrd.dev · 25/01/2026

It's time for the Selkirk Grace. Some hae meat and canna eat, And some wad eat that want it, But we hae meat and we can eat, Sae let the Lord be Thankit. Slàinte 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 #Scotland #BurnsNight

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Bristol WordPress People @bristolwpmeetup.bsky.social · 12/01/2026

Want full control over your AI-powered tools? 🚀 Join us for a session with Rob Morrisby on building your own AI tools from WordPress! Learn how to enhance privacy, data control and creativity for smarter client projects. Don't miss out! www.meetup.com/bristol-word... #WordPress #Meetup #Bristol

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Building your own AI tools from WordPress, Tue, Feb 3, 2026, 6:30 PM | Meetup

**Off-the-shelf AI widgets are easy, but limited. This session shows how to build your own AI-powered tools from your WordPress site — giving you full control over data, pr

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Dave Barr @barrd.dev · 05/01/2026

Your memory is astonishing, it'll be in there... waiting, patiently, for the day you can get back on top of it. Here's a toast to us all, the day we can put aside foolish things and do that which makes us happy. “Slàinte”

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Dave Barr @barrd.dev · 05/01/2026

... and a good morning to you too Sister. Gaelic, apparently, is not my strong point - ah well, I tried. 😅 Ta for the corrected version. 🤗

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Dave Barr @barrd.dev · 05/01/2026

Secure local development environment with mkcert and a Gulp / BrowserSync setup. No HTTPS security warnings, just a trusted localhost working site. barrd.dev/article/secu...

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Secure localhost with no warnings using mkcert & BrowserSync : barrd.dev

Secure local development environment with mkcert and Gulp/BrowserSync setup, no HTTPS security warnings, just a trusted localhost working site.

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Dave Barr @barrd.dev · 04/01/2026

Had to look up how to pronounce that :) “E-ha wah”... apparently.

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Dave Barr @barrd.dev · 04/01/2026

Hi Hélène, I can totally relate to the comic sketch, as I was watching it (the movie) in the cinema many years ago, the exact same thoughts sprung up in my head too. 😂 Especially with the language caption text.. Papyrus again... [sigh]. Thank you for sharing! 🙌 🙏

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Dave Barr @barrd.dev · 02/01/2026

You are most welcome good sir and a very Happy new Year to you - hope you recover soon! :P

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Dave Barr @barrd.dev · 02/01/2026

As seen in `Hacker Newsletter #776` - useful for those of us that still use paper & pens. If you print this page, you’ll get a nifty calendar that displays all of the year’s dates on a single page. It will automatically fit on a single sheet of paper of any size. neatnik.net/calendar/?ye...

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Calendar

A simple printable calendar with the full year on a single page

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Dave Barr @barrd.dev · 01/01/2026

Bonne année Hélène! 🥳 🎉

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Dave Barr @barrd.dev · 01/01/2026

... you knew what I meant 😜 - Happy New Year Sis, hope '26 treats you magnificently! 😘 x

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Dave Barr @barrd.dev · 01/01/2026

___ // Happy New Year \\___ First post of 2026 Git worktree, run multiple branches in parallel directories to juggle features, hotfixes and testing without stashing or constant checkouts. barrd.dev/article/para...

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Parallel development without the headaches using Git worktree : barrd.dev

Git worktree, run multiple branches in parallel directories to juggle features, hotfixes and testing without stashing or constant checkouts.

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Dave Barr @barrd.dev · 31/12/2025

I'm still shocked by how long we've all known each other, very surreal... 😉 😅

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Dave Barr @barrd.dev · 31/12/2025

Well, I never. 'Sanna is an old and dear friend of [checks notes] - 40 years... Very proud of her. 😊 🙌 👏 --- Findhorn Bay Arts founder Kresanna Aigner awarded MBE in King’s New Year’s Honours List www.northern-scot.co.uk/news/festiva...

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Festival founder 'deeply proud' at being made MBE

Findhorn Bay Arts founder Kresanna Aigner has been awarded an MBE in recognition of her service to Moray.

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Dave Barr @barrd.dev · 23/12/2025

Last article of 2025. Upgrading ACF blocks to API v3 for WordPress 7.0 iframe editor. I explain why minimal previews beat full renders for faster, cleaner editing. barrd.dev/article/word...

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WordPress ACF blocks: Simplify the editor with slide-out field panels : barrd.dev

Upgrading ACF blocks to API v3 for WordPress 7.0 iframe editor. I explain why minimal previews beat full renders for faster, cleaner editing.

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Shirley Barr @shirley-sings.bsky.social · 21/12/2025

Happy Solstice! ✨ Here’s to the return of the light and the release of my new single, Wintersmith. Head to www.shirleybarrmusic.com for all relevant links ❄️ #terrypratchett #wintersmith #independentmusic

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Dave Barr @barrd.dev · 17/12/2025

Go SIs!!! 🙌 👏 💚

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Bristol WordPress People @bristolwpmeetup.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

Merry Christmas! Huge thanks to our sponsors Kinsta, Defended.net, 34SP, Atomic Smash & TCN and to all our amazing members. Wishing you a joyful, restful festive season! 🎄

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Dave Barr @barrd.dev · 15/12/2025

Thanks Hélène, gave me a smile.

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Dave Barr @barrd.dev · 05/12/2025

Safely render SVGs in WordPress by creating a custom wp_kses based escaping function that passes PHPCS, keeps security intact and preserves code. barrd.dev/article/word...

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WordPress, safely outputting SVGs without fighting PHPCS : barrd.dev

Safely render SVGs in WordPress by creating a custom wp_kses based escaping function that passes PHPCS, keeps security intact & preserves code.

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Dave Barr @barrd.dev · 05/12/2025

My sister “doing what she does best” making music and therefore spreading happiness. 😊

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Dave Barr @barrd.dev · 05/12/2025

“Wowsers!” That. Is. Amazing. 🤩

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Bristol WordPress People @bristolwpmeetup.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

🔥 Atomic Smash is hiring a Full Stack PHP Support Developer (£35–40k DOE). Office-first (3 days/wk, UK-only). WordPress / WooCommerce sites. Strong PHP, WP, Woo, HTML/CSS/SASS, DNS + server skills needed. Learning time, flexible hours. Full details 👇 bristolcreativeindustries.com/job/atomic-s...

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Atomic Smash - Full Stack PHP Support Developer | Bristol Creative Industries

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Dave Barr @barrd.dev · 29/11/2025

SpinupWP + Cloudflare plugin from Webreact auto-syncs cache purges, simplifying site updates with easy setup and one-click Admin Bar control. barrd.dev/article/word...

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WordPress, combined purge of Cloudflare + SpinupWP caches : barrd.dev

WordPress, SpinupWP + Cloudflare plugin auto-syncs cache purges, simplifying site updates with easy setup and one-click Admin Bar controls.

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Bristol WordPress People @bristolwpmeetup.bsky.social · 27/11/2025

✨ Don’t miss out on our Christmas Party! ✨ To enter the festive raffle, you’ll need to be signed up on Meetup and be there on the night. We will have some exciting prizes, drinks, and tasty light bites waiting, so just bring your festive spirit! 🎁 🎄 👉 www.meetup.com/bristol-word...

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Bristol WordPress People Christmas Social , Tue, Dec 2, 2025, 6:30 PM | Meetup

We know you love attending our talks and that you always want to learn more about WordPress, however for our December event we have decided to instead hold a Christmas Soci

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Dave Barr @barrd.dev · 21/11/2025

Beautiful as always. Oh and you were quite nice too Sis. 😝😆

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Dave Barr @barrd.dev · 11/11/2025

That Mr @dmfalconer.bsky.social is a good guy, can't wait to meet him one day. V. happy to hear that cake was indeed involved. It's important. ;)

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Dave Barr @barrd.dev · 11/11/2025

OMG, "M"? Wow, wish we could've been there, looks a hoot. Sending love lil sis and hoping you get a belated (well deserved) day off (with lots of cake!) 🎂 🤗

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Dave Barr @barrd.dev · 10/11/2025

[chuckle] - took me a moment, but I persevered - couldn't agree more with the sentiment! ;) How was your day? I know you're all busy so hoping you managed to get some 'you time'...

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Dave Barr @barrd.dev · 08/11/2025

Makes me larf every single time. 😆

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Dave Barr @barrd.dev · 08/11/2025

... that would be yes. ;)

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Dave Barr @barrd.dev · 08/11/2025

Wishing my beautiful, talented sister @shirley-sings.bsky.social an amazing birthday 🎉 where she's spoilt rotten. 😁 Hope there's lots of cake 🎂 Big love from big brother! 💚

Four people sit on a long sofa striking some slightly odd poses. There is food and it is being eaten.

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Bristol WordPress People @bristolwpmeetup.bsky.social · 05/11/2025

Last night’s talk, “Beyond Contact Forms: Building a Conversion System” by Jon Payne, had the room laughing and learning! 🎉 Insightful, practical, and hilarious. Huge thanks to Jon for an amazing session and to everyone who joined us! #WordPress #BristolWP

Jon Payne stands in front of a presentation screen in a modern indoor space, opening his jacket to reveal a t-shirt that reads "DATA IS THE NEW BACON." The presentation screen behind him displays the title "Beyond The Click: Designing A Conversion System."

Jon Payne stands in a cozy room in front of a round table with two laptops, speaking to an audience. he is wearing a shirt that reads "DATA IS THE NEW BACON." Behind him, a presentation slide is displayed on a large screen with the heading "Mentor" and the phrase "Not another bloody dashboard!" partially visible next to an image of a baby.

A group of people gather in a bright, modern room for a social event. Several individuals stand around a counter with snacks, drinks, and WordPress-themed swag like stickers, badges, and pens. A prominent sign on the counter reads “Bristol WordPress People,” describing a meetup for local WordPress developers, designers, and publishers. Some attendees are chatting or holding plates and drinks, creating a casual, welcoming atmosphere. In the background, more people are seated on couches and chairs, with large windows, potted plants, and warm lighting enhancing the friendly setting.

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Dave Barr @barrd.dev · 31/10/2025

“I feel a disturbance in The Force.” 😁

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Bristol WordPress People @bristolwpmeetup.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

Go beyond the form! Join Jon Payne as he reveals how to turn fleeting enquiries into real revenue. In “Beyond Contact Forms: Building a Conversion System”, you’ll learn to transform lead capture into lasting client wins. Don’t just collect leads - convert them! www.meetup.com/bristol-word...

Featured image for Jon Payne's talk entitled “Beyond Contact Forms: Building a Conversion System.”

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Bristol WordPress People @bristolwpmeetup.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

Jonny Allbut’s “Web Developers Guide to Understanding Common UX Pain Points That Frustrate Users” slides are now available! There's an additional slide with useful tools including the A/B testing tool he mentioned at the event. docs.google.com/presentation...

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PUBLIC VERSION: Bristol WP Meetup Oct 2025 - A Web Developer's Guide to Understanding Common UX Pain Points That Frustrate Users

jaskcreative.co.uk A Web Developer’s Guide to… Understanding Common UX Pain Points That Frustrate Users Jonny Allbut / UX Specialist (and WP Fanboi!) Tuesday October 7th 2025

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Dave Barr @barrd.dev · 10/10/2025

Not often I dabble w/ games but this one was gorgeous and very clever, not to mention playable in-browser. Ingenious. :)

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Dave Barr @barrd.dev · 10/10/2025

Got an hour off. Having a play. #IYKYK

A character with dark hair, wearing a red jacket and green shorts, stands on stone steps beside a checklist. The list shows five tasks, four crossed out and one remaining: “Falling off the corporate ladder (0/3).” Icons for music, clothing, and a smiling face appear on the right side of the screen.

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Dave Barr @barrd.dev · 09/10/2025

Superb, you deserve it! x

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