With WordPress 2.7 Release Candidate 1 coming out, the latest version of WordPress should be just around the corner. This means all the designers out there who plan to release new themes should really make sure their themes take full advantage of WP 2.7’s new features. Try reading these tutorials from Devlounge:

Fun with WordPress 2.7: Adding Asides without Hacking the Loop
Asides are not new, but the new post_class() function should make implementing and styling asides easier.

Getting Ready for WordPress 2.7: Really Simple Category Styling
Also puts the post_class() function to use.

Getting Ready for WordPress 2.7: Sticky Post Styling
Another cool new WP 2.7 feature!

Don’t forget to download WP 2.7 Release Candidate 1.