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Code Engine Pro changelog

Release notes for every version we have on record, newest first.

Latest 0.5.9 · 25 Oct 2026 40 versions Since Jul 2024

2026 16 versions

0.5.9 Latest 25 Oct 2026 2 improved
Improved
  • PHP code blocks are now only run for administrators (Pro feature).
  • Shortcode attributes are now passed to snippets as data instead of code.
0.5.8 25 Oct 2026 2 new2 improved1 fixed3 changed
New
  • Run status shown per snippet in the snippets table.
  • Header displays your current version and the latest available version, and expired licenses are told when an update is out.
Improved
  • Settings are now opened from the wrench icon in the header.
  • Noisy run logs were replaced by the per snippet run status.
Fixed
  • Large logs no longer freeze the settings screen.
Changed
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0.5.7 14 Sep 2026 1 fixed
Fixed
  • Avoid a PHP warning caused by a null value in an in_array check.
0.5.6 20 Aug 2026 2 new3 changed
New
  • Plugins board in the Meow Apps dashboard.
  • AI site analysis in the Meow Apps dashboard.
Changed
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0.5.5 18 Jul 2026 1 fixed
Fixed
  • Callable snippets losing arguments when parameter names contained a dollar sign prefix or had empty/zero values.
0.5.4 16 Jul 2026 1 fixed
Fixed
  • Callable snippets losing their arguments and throwing syntax errors when invoked.
0.5.3 6 Jul 2026 1 new2 improved1 fixed
New
  • Content (PHP/JS) snippets are now accessible through the MCP management API.
Improved
  • MCP tools are now protected against snippet fatal errors.
  • Clarified MCP tool scope and option descriptions.
Fixed
  • Hotfix — MCP snippet updates now correctly update in place instead of creating a new row, resolving "Could not insert the snippet" errors on SQLite backends.
0.5.2 30 Jun 2026 1 improved
Improved
  • MCP toggles now enable when AI Engine is active, instead of requiring a configured API key.
0.5.1 28 Jun 2026 1 new
New
  • MCP support for Callable snippets, with a master switch in Settings (disabled by default) and per-snippet opt-in required.
0.5.0 26 Jun 2026 1 new4 improved
New
  • Per-function "Expose via MCP" toggle to register a Callable snippet as its own tool on AI Engine's MCP server, with status badge and list filter
Improved
  • Redesigned snippet Type selector to four simplified choices (Global, Callable, Scheduled, Content) with a contextual sub-option
  • Reworked Callable Destinations into a compact expandable list with clear on/off status
  • Moved Clone and Delete actions on snippet cards into a More menu
  • Code editor now fills the full modal height and no longer shows a dotted focus outline
0.4.9 14 Jun 2026 1 new1 improved1 fixed
New
  • Callable tab panel showing where a function can be used (AI Engine, Workflow Engine, REST) with copy buttons.
Improved
  • Rewrote the readme with a new description and added screenshots.
Fixed
  • No longer sends a blank argument name for callable functions with no parameters.
0.4.8 13 Jun 2026 1 new1 improved2 fixed3 changed
New
  • Scope filter to the Snippets toolbar, with grouped Content (PHP/JS) options and Disabled at the end.
Improved
  • Common REST and license endpoints now honour the {prefix}_allow_setup filter, allowing other roles to be granted access.
Fixed
  • Meow Apps menu icon now stays colored and visible when the sidebar is collapsed.
  • Function snippets now correctly call other function snippets and global helpers when run on demand.
Changed
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0.4.7 7 May 2026 1 new1 improved
New
  • Help Toggle in the Editor UI modal.
Improved
  • Reworked the Editor UI modal with improved spacing.
0.4.6 25 Apr 2026 1 new2 improved1 fixed
New
  • Ability to delete duplicate snippets.
Improved
  • Snippet import now includes 'content' in scope conversion.
  • Better UI/UX.
Fixed
  • Removed unwanted log output.
0.4.5 15 Apr 2026 1 improved2 fixed
Improved
  • Switch to AI Engine's new hasAI() helper for more reliable detection of AI availability.
Fixed
  • Resolved potential error when using older versions of AI Engine by adding a compatibility check.
  • Improve the AI suggestion UI/UX.
0.4.3 9 Mar 2026 1 new1 improved3 changed
New
  • Tooltips to help the users better.
Improved
  • Simplified and refreshed the UIs.
Changed
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2025 15 versions

0.4.2 16 Dec 2025 1 new1 fixed
New
  • Added shortcode attributes.
Fixed
  • Improved DB checks with an early return to reduce unnecessary queries.
0.4.1 3 Dec 2025 1 new2 fixed3 changed
New
  • Allow usage of PHP tags to create HTML line breaks in content.
Fixed
  • Ensure blocks keep the correct context when focused by improving how block properties are handled.
  • Restore proper behavior of the Code Blocks option and its settings tab.
Changed
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0.4.0 12 Nov 2025 3 new1 improved2 fixed
New
  • Enhanced the overall UI/UX for better user experience.
  • Keyboard shortcuts (Cmd+S, Cmd+Enter).
  • Included a "Clean Uninstall" option for easier plugin removal.
Improved
  • Reorganized plugin interface into tab-only layout.
Fixed
  • Hotfix to prevent other actions during code validation.
  • Export of snippets.
0.3.9 10 Oct 2025 1 new2 improved1 fixed
New
  • Implemented CMD+S as a shortcut to save snippets.
Improved
  • Ignore mwai_ arguments in the editor for cleaner operation.
  • Enhanced the UI/UX.
Fixed
  • Resolved an undefined array key warning related to 'target'.
0.3.8 30 Sep 2025 1 improved1 fixed
Improved
  • Improved the entire UI for a better user experience.
Fixed
  • Ensure mwai_query parameter is correctly passed and accessible within function calls.
0.3.7 1 Sep 2025 1 improved
Improved
  • Code Engine Pro.
0.3.6 16 Aug 2025 2 improved
Improved
  • There is now a Pro version for Code Blocks and Shortcodes.
  • Minor improvements and bug fixes.
0.3.5 23 Jul 2025 1 improved1 fixed
Improved
  • Refreshed common functionalities for improved stability.
Fixed
  • Resolved React rendering issue caused by empty tags and undefined map calls.
0.3.4 6 Jul 2025 3 improved1 fixed
Improved
  • Disallow PHP execution in code blocks by default, with an option to enable it.
  • Refactored the getSnippets method for improved stability.
  • Changed snippet name filtering to use 'functionName' instead of 'name'.
Fixed
  • Allowed global snippets to execute on the Settings page to prevent blocking nonce filters.
0.3.3 29 Jun 2025 1 new3 improved4 fixed
New
  • Support for "content" scope in dashboard and tags.
Improved
  • Renamed MCP tool prefix from code_engine_ to mwcode_ for better consistency.
  • Check DISALLOW_UNFILTERED_HTML for JavaScript content type snippets to enhance security.
  • Replaced error_log with core logging in API for improved reliability.
Fixed
  • Editor modal not displaying correctly.
  • Columns and empty message now display as expected.
  • Dashboard disables Quick Start if AI Engine is missing.
  • Added missing dependencies to mwcode_snippet_vault script registration.
0.3.2 3 Jun 2025 2 new1 improved2 fixed
New
  • API now matches the functionality of AI Engine and includes optional MCP support.
  • Security bypass option and reorganized plugin settings for easier management.
Improved
  • Shortened filter names to mwcode_rest_whitelist and mwcode_rest_authorized for clarity.
Fixed
  • Hotfix—adjusted to use 'size' parameter instead of 'fullSize', resolving compatibility issues.
  • Resolved error_log spam, clarified REST route blocking messages, corrected typos, and improved code readability.
0.3.1 22 May 2025 1 improved1 fixed
Improved
  • Improve the code editor's appearance by adjusting how content overflows, ensuring the border radius displays correctly.
Fixed
  • Prevent errors when processing snippets by removing an unnecessary argument from the sanitize function.
0.3.0 1 May 2025 2 new1 improved3 fixed
New
  • Introduced API functions to create, update, and delete snippets via PHP Callables.
  • Added a proof of concept for a Gutenberg block.
Improved
  • Refactored ContentBlock to use the CodeEditor component and removed unnecessary ID handling.
Fixed
  • Ensured PHP Callables avoid typed arguments to prevent InvalidArgumentException.
  • Sanitized arrays and converted strings to arrays for safer callable argument handling.
  • Corrected a return statement that was blocking the PHP Callable test tab.
0.2.9 17 Feb 2025 1 new3 improved1 fixed2 changed
New
  • Enabled the "Test" tab for all snippet types for better testing.
Improved
  • Refactored Quick Start snippet generation and introduced AI-powered snippet creation.
  • Removed Shortcode.js and cleaned up debug logs to improve code clarity.
  • Improved snippet execution by adding load.php and enhancing error handling.
Fixed
  • Corrected split function to handle null arguments properly.
Changed
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0.2.8 4 Jan 2025 1 improved
Improved
  • Refactored core class for better performance.

2024 4 versions

0.2.7 6 Dec 2024 2 improved1 fixed
Improved
  • Visual enhancements.
  • Clean uninstall.
Fixed
  • Insertion of the code generated by AI.
0.2.6 4 Nov 2024 1 new1 improved1 fixed
New
  • Little tutorial, to help you get started.
Improved
  • Better editor, cleaner and more efficient.
Fixed
  • Avoid useless re-renders.
0.2.5 17 Oct 2024 2 improved3 fixed
Improved
  • Better code editor. Decoration for tags.
  • Added "Function Calling" next to Callable.
Fixed
  • Whitelist for REST to avoid issues.
  • Many fixed and enhancements for AI Suggestions.
  • Minor issues.
0.1.8 16 Jul 2024 1 new1 improved1 fixed
New
  • Types for arguments.
Improved
  • UI overhaul, with a new design, icons, and more.
Fixed
  • Got rid of some warnings and errors.

Undated 5 versions

0.2.4 1 new2 fixed
New
  • Check the function name, and Sanitize.
Fixed
  • Jumpy cursor and functions not available via API (0.2.3 specific issues).
  • Lot of minor issues.
0.2.2 2 improved
Improved
  • Better error handling.
  • Better logger.
0.2.1 1 improved1 fixed
Improved
  • Better AI suggestions and improved UI.
Fixed
  • Avoid the Code Editor to be suddently updated by external factors.
0.2.0 1 improved1 fixed
Improved
  • JS functions are now also available in the admin.
Fixed
  • Settings display.
0.1.9 1 improved
Improved
  • A bunch of improvements to make Code Engine even more awesome! Basically, the UI became slighlty better to use, and the features are more stable.