{"id":10004,"date":"2026-03-24T23:54:51","date_gmt":"2026-03-24T18:24:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/asia.wordcamp.org\/2026\/?page_id=10004"},"modified":"2026-04-06T18:37:37","modified_gmt":"2026-04-06T13:07:37","slug":"ai","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/asia.wordcamp.org\/2026\/contributor-day\/make-teams\/ai\/","title":{"rendered":"Core AI Team"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Introduction<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Have you ever built an AI-powered feature that transformed how WordPress works under the hood? That\u2019s the magic of the Core AI team &#8211; pioneering intelligent enhancements for WordPress Core on a global scale! The Core AI team integrates AI capabilities into WordPress Core, making it smarter, more intuitive, and future-ready for millions of users, developers, and site builders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Does the Core AI Team Do?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Core AI team ensures WordPress evolves with cutting-edge AI, embedding features like intelligent content suggestions, automated optimization, and predictive troubleshooting directly into Core.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a new contributor, you can start by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Experimenting with AI prototypes in Core plugins or patches. Every idea or code snippet pushes AI integration forward.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reviewing AI-related tickets, offering feedback on feasibility or performance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sharing insights from AI tools like LLMs to inspire Core enhancements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The team\u2019s innovations empower developers worldwide to build AI-native sites, automate workflows, and unlock new possibilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Your Path as a Contributor<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You don\u2019t need to be an AI expert to join the Core AI team. Grow step by step:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Start small<\/strong>. Tackle beginner-friendly tasks like testing AI-generated code suggestions or documentation for new AI hooks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Build expertise<\/strong>. Dive into advanced patches for features like AI-assisted block editing or performance tuning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lead the future<\/strong>. Mentor others, propose AI roadmaps, or champion integrations with tools like Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Every commit you make advances WordPress into an AI-powered era.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to prepare<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To make the most of your Contributor Day experience, we recommend reviewing the team\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/make.wordpress.org\/ai\/2026\/04\/01\/core-ai-team-at-wcasia-2026-contributor-day\/\">call for contributors<\/a>. It includes details on what to expect, how to get started, and any prerequisites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Overcoming Challenges Together<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>AI in Core brings exciting complexities like ethical implementation, performance on diverse hosts, and privacy safeguards \u2014 but the team thrives on collaboration. It\u2019s okay to iterate; propose ideas, test prototypes, and learn from feedback.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Team members rally around each other, so ping the channel if you need input on model fine-tuning or Core compatibility.<br>Even suggesting an AI use case or linking relevant research is a powerful start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why Join the Core AI Team?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Shape WordPress\u2019 intelligent future. Your code will power AI features used by millions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Master AI + WordPress. Hands-on work deepens skills in PHP, JS, LLMs, and Core architecture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Join a visionary community. Contributors from diverse backgrounds unite to make WordPress AI-native.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Team Meetings<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Core AI team meets regularly to brainstorm prototypes, review progress, and align on priorities.<br>\ud83d\udcc5 When: Bi-weekly (check Slack for latest)<br>\u23f0 Time: 17:00 UTC<br>\ud83d\udcac Where: <a href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.slack.com\/archives\/C08TJ8BPULS\">&nbsp;#core-ai <\/a>&nbsp;channel on WordPress Slack<br>Meetings spark innovation, welcome all voices, and help you contribute meaningfully.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Contributing to the Core AI team is one of the most forward-thinking ways to give back. Every patch, prototype, and proposal builds a smarter WordPress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udf0d Ready to innovate?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/make.wordpress.org\/core-ai\/\">Core AI team page<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jump into <a href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/WordPress\/ai\/issues\">AI tickets<\/a> and start contributing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Join a meeting to connect and collaborate.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Your AI expertise, code, and ideas can redefine WordPress Core.&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Core AI team ensures WordPress evolves with cutting-edge AI, embedding features like intelligent content suggestions, automated optimization, and predictive troubleshooting directly into Core. 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