The Joomla Project is pleased to announce the availability of the first Alpha release of Joomla 5.0 for testing. The new version, marked as the first in the 5.x series, brings improvements in speed, accessibility, security, and extensibility.
Why was this release created?
The Alpha version serves as a platform for developers to test their extensions and report issues before the final release. Users also have the opportunity to discover the new features in Joomla 5.0.
What can we not expect from this version?
This Alpha version is not suitable for production websites and is intended solely for testing purposes.
Where to download it?
You can download the new Joomla HERE. For those who want to always use the latest version of Joomla 5, nightly build packages are available and updated every night.
What's new in Joomla 5.0 Alpha 1?
Joomla 5.0 Alpha 1 brings many improvements, including updates to Tinymce, Fontawesome, and the Webauthn library. Other new features include enhancements to Smart Search, internal code restructuring, and more.
With Joomla 5.0, the goal is to create a stable foundation for future development. Several projects are still in the pipeline, including updating system requirements, Bootstrap 5.3, Codemirror 6, and other improvements.
Where can you find documentation for Joomla 5?
Some guides are available to help you with Joomla 5. You can find them at Joomla 5.x Documentation.