=== Pattern Builder ===
Contributors:      twentybellows, pbking
Tags:              block-patterns, patterns, block-editor, gutenberg, design
Requires at least: 6.6
Tested up to:      6.9
Stable tag:        1.0.4
Requires PHP:      7.2
License:           GPL-2.0-or-later
License URI:       https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Manage Block Patterns Like a Pro - Create, edit, and organize WordPress block patterns directly in your admin area with a powerful, intuitive interface.

== Description ==

Pattern Builder transforms how you work with WordPress block patterns, providing a comprehensive solution for creating, managing, and organizing patterns right from your WordPress admin.

= Key Features =

**Pattern Management Made Easy**
* **Unified Interface** - Manage both theme patterns and user-created patterns in one place
* **Visual Editor** - Create patterns using the familiar WordPress block editor
* **Code Editor** - Edit pattern markup directly with syntax validation
* **Live Preview** - See your patterns in action before saving

**Powerful Organization**
* **Categories** - Organize patterns by category for easy discovery
* **Advanced Search** - Find patterns quickly with powerful filtering options
* **Tags & Keywords** - Add metadata to make patterns discoverable
* **Sync Status** - Manage synced and unsynced patterns effortlessly

**Developer-Friendly**
* **Export to Theme** - Convert user patterns to theme files with proper formatting
* **Asset Management** - Automatically handles pattern images and media
* **Block Bindings** - Advanced pattern configuration with block bindings support

= Use Cases =

**For Theme Developers**
* Create and manage theme patterns visually
* Export patterns with proper formatting
* Organize patterns by category
* Test patterns before deployment

**For Site Builders**
* Build custom patterns without coding
* Reuse patterns across multiple pages
* Share patterns between sites
* Maintain pattern library

**For Agencies**
* Create pattern libraries for clients
* Standardize design systems
* Speed up development workflow
* Maintain brand consistency

== Installation ==

= From WordPress Admin =

1. Navigate to Plugins > Add New
2. Search for "Pattern Builder"
3. Click "Install Now" and then "Activate"
4. Navigate to Appearance > Pattern Builder to start creating patterns

= Manual Installation =

1. Download the plugin zip file
2. Navigate to Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin
3. Choose the downloaded file and click "Install Now"
4. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' screen in WordPress
5. Navigate to Appearance > Pattern Builder to start creating patterns

= For Developers =

1. Clone the repository: `git clone https://github.com/Twenty-Bellows/pattern-builder.git`
2. Install dependencies: `npm install && composer install`
3. Build assets: `npm run build`
4. Start development environment: `npm run start`
5. Watch for changes: `npm run watch`

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Can I use this with any theme? =

Yes! Pattern Builder works with any WordPress theme that supports the block editor. It's especially powerful when used with block themes.

= Can I manage existing theme patterns? =

Yes, Pattern Builder provides a unified interface to manage both theme patterns (PHP files in your theme's patterns directory) and user-created patterns stored in the database.

== Screenshots ==

== Changelog ==

= 1.0.4 =
* Fixed issue where it prevented Post Types with custom metadata from saving

= 1.0.3 =
* Fixed saving media for theme patterns
* Fixed broken unit tests
* Simplified code and removed unnecssary logic

= 1.0.2 =
* Documentation changes
* API Hardening and security improvements
* Namespace and prefix changes to prevent potential conflicts with other tools

= 1.0.1 =
* Fixed compatibility issues with WordPress 6.8
* Improved pattern export functionality
* Enhanced error handling

= 1.0.0 =
* Initial release
* Pattern creation and editing
* Theme pattern management
* Export to theme functionality
* Categories and tags support
* Visual and code editor modes
* Pattern preview
* Asset management


== Development ==

Pattern Builder is open source and welcomes contributions. Visit our [GitHub repository](https://github.com/Twenty-Bellows/pattern-builder) to:

== Credits ==

Pattern Builder is developed and maintained by [Twenty Bellows](https://twentybellows.com).