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Lua Modules on Wikipedia: How They Power Templates and Data
Lua modules power Wikipedia's templates and data displays, replacing messy wiki markup with clean, reusable code. They handle citations, infoboxes, and dynamic content behind the scenes-faster, safer, and more reliably than ever before.
MediaWiki Software: How Wikipedia Runs Behind the Scenes
MediaWiki is the open-source software behind Wikipedia, built to handle millions of edits and users. Learn how it works, why it's different from other platforms, and how you can use it yourself.
MediaWiki Technical Updates from Wikimedia: Monthly Digest
Monthly technical updates from Wikimedia on MediaWiki changes that power Wikipedia. Learn what’s new in editing, mobile, bots, and security - and how these updates affect every reader and editor.
How CirrusSearch and Elasticsearch Power Wikipedia Search
Wikipedia's search runs on CirrusSearch and Elasticsearch, handling over 500 million queries daily. Learn how it finds the right page fast, even with typos or vague terms - and why it's built differently from Google or Bing.
Wikimedia Foundation's Tech Team: Infrastructure and Development
The Wikimedia Foundation's tech team maintains Wikipedia's massive infrastructure using open-source tools, volunteer contributions, and a philosophy of stability over speed - all without ads or corporate funding.
