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The Joomla Project has reached yet another milestone. They've proudly announced the rollout of Joomla 5.0 Alpha 4, marking a progressive phase in Joomla’s journey. Here's everything you need to know.
This latest release serves two primary objectives:
However, it's crucial to note that this version is not designed for live websites. Its purpose is purely for testing.
Joomla enthusiasts can download Joomla 5.0.0 Alpha 4. If you're keen on always having the freshest build of Joomla 5, the nightly build packages, updated daily, are your best bet.
The climax of this journey, Joomla! 5.0's general availability, is slated for release around 17th October 2023. Here’s a brief glimpse into the roadmap:
Yet, it's essential to understand that these dates could vary based on the availability of volunteers and other unforeseen factors.
Joomla 5.0 Alpha 4 boasts of:
The Joomla team is fervently working towards making Joomla 5.0 the best version yet. With this release, Joomla plans to lay down a robust foundation, setting the stage for the platform's future. This includes adopting PHP 8.1, MySQL 8.0.13+, Bootstrap 5.3, Codemirror 6, and numerous other enhancements and projects.
The success of Joomla 5.0 is a collective effort. To guarantee its seamless functionality, Joomla needs your assistance in testing and identifying potential issues. This is particularly pertinent to extension developers. They are encouraged to actively engage in testing their extensions with Joomla 5.0.
For an in-depth understanding and tutorials on Joomla 5.0, consider diving into the Joomla Documentation.
Extension developers should also join the developer mailing list. This platform will provide pivotal information and developments that could influence custom development.
In wrapping up, the path to Joomla 5.0 is clear and progressive. The anticipation for its final release is tangible, and the community's active participation will only solidify its success.