WordPress Developer Tutorials: Themes, Functions, Plugins, and More
WordPress is famous for its user-friendliness. It’s a platform that anyone can use, regardless of their technical know-how. However, where should you start if you want to dip your toe in the waters of WordPress development? Let’s take a look at how to begin developing for WordPress!
Beginner’s Guide to Developing a WordPress Theme 11 mins
Finding the right theme can be more trouble than it’s worth. Fortunately, you can create your own theme instead, even with limited experience with web development. In this guide, we’ll look at how to get started with theme development, and show you how to build a theme from scratch.
Learn MoreGuide to the WordPress Functions.php File 13 mins
The functions.php file is a perfect place to start tinkering with WordPress development. Using it, you can configure your site and add new functionality with just a few lines of code. We’ll look at the functions.php file in more depth, and introduce you to some simple tricks you can accomplish with it.
Learn MoreGet Started with WordPress Child Theme Development 11 mins
When you make changes directly to a WordPress theme, there are some inherent risks. Fortunately, you can use a child theme instead, which enables you to edit your WordPress theme without harming the original copy. That’s why this article will show you how to create and manage your own child theme.
Learn MoreWhat Is the WordPress CLI (And How Can You Use It)? 13 mins
The WordPress Command Line Interface (WP-CLI) is an invaluable tool for any WordPress developer. It enables you to update plugins, configure installs, and much more. We’re going to take a close look at the WordPress CLI, what it is, and some of the ways you can use it.
Learn MoreThe Developer's Guide to Creating WordPress Plugins 11 mins
Plugins are one of the main reasons WordPress is such a versatile platform. You don’t even have to settle for the thousands of existing options and can create your own. This guide will introduce plugin development and explain how you can build your first plugin from scratch.
Learn MoreComplete Guide to the WordPress .htaccess File 11 mins
Using the .htaccess file helps you protect your site by enabling and disabling certain functionality. In this article, we’re going to explain why this file matters and how to use it.
Learn MoreAn Introduction to the WordPress REST API 11 mins
The REST API enables you to use WordPress in completely new ways, offering more control over how data is handled. This post will provide an overview of the REST API and explain why it’s hailed as an exciting new step for WordPress. Then, we’ll show you how it works.
Learn MoreHow to Use GitHub for WordPress Development 12 mins
Developing for WordPress involves risks, but using GitHub enables you to create a local environment to work on your site in safety. In this guide, we’ll explain the benefits of using GitHub and WordPress together. Then we’ll take you through the process, step by step.
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