Here’s a breakdown of dynamic data in Bricks Builder, covering essential concepts and how to use it effectively:

What is Dynamic Data?

• Content from your database:  Dynamic data lets you pull content directly from your WordPress database (posts, pages, custom post types, user data, taxonomies, etc.) and display it throughout your website.
• Custom fields: This extends to custom fields created with plugins like Advanced Custom Fields (ACF), Meta Box, Pods, Toolset, etc.
• Real-time updates: Changes in your WordPress dashboard will automatically reflect on your website’s front end.

Why Use Dynamic Data?

• Streamlined Workflow: No need to manually update content in multiple places. Edit once, and the changes appear everywhere that dynamic data is used.
• Powerful Templating: Create templates that apply to all posts/pages of a particular type, saving you vast design time.
• Flexible Content: Easily create complex layouts and relationships between different content types.

How to Use Dynamic Data in Bricks Builder

1. The Lightning Bolt: Look for the lightning bolt icon in Bricks Builder’s settings panels. This opens the dynamic data picker.
2. Data Sources: The picker displays available dynamic data sources based on the context, like the element you’re editing and the post type.
3. Supported Fields: Bricks seamlessly integrates with the most popular custom field plugins.
4. Custom Dynamic Data Tags: If you need unique data that is not provided by default, you can create custom dynamic data tags with some coding knowledge.

Practical Examples

• Post Titles: Dynamically insert the title of the current post or page into a heading element.
• Featured Images: Automatically display the post’s featured image.
• Custom Fields (ACF/Meta Box, etc.): Populate content from text fields, image galleries, date pickers, and almost any custom field you’ve created.
• Author Information: Display the author’s name, avatar, or biographical details.
• Query Loops: Build dynamic listings of posts, custom post types, or other content with advanced filtering options powered by dynamic data.

Key Things to Remember

• Integration:  Ensure Bricks Builder recognizes your custom field plugin to make the dynamic data accessible.
• Context: The available dynamic data options change depending on where you work in the builder (e.g., single post template vs. the title of a regular heading element).

Additional Resources

• The Best Learning Online Platform is  Unogeeks Online Training Institute:https://unogeeks.com/data-bricks-training/