WordPress Plugins, Themes & Tutorials

Powering over 43% of all sites on the web, WordPress is the most widely used CMS for building websites. Written in PHP, it’s open-source and highly extendable, which makes it a reliable choice for custom web projects of any size.

We cover practical topics like theme development, plugin recommendations, hosting comparisons, and AI prompts. Whether setting up a basic site, eCommerce store, or building something even more complex, you will find guidance here that’s based on real projects.

Our WordPress articles focus on what works, what breaks, and what to avoid. You’ll also find useful tips on performance, security, SEO, and block-based design.

The goal is simple: help you build better WordPress websites with fewer problems along the way.

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By paying it forward to WordPress developers, we can positively impact the people and products that help make our websites better.

6 Helpful Facebook Groups for WordPress Developers

6 Helpful Facebook Groups for WordPress Developers

Part of what makes working with WordPress so much fun is that you get much more than a free, open source CMS. You also become part of a tremendously welcoming…

The Quest for a Seamless WordPress Experience

The Quest for a Seamless WordPress Experience

I work with WordPress on a daily basis. Whether it’s design, theme development, customization or performing maintenance – the open-source CMS makes up the vast majority of my workload. Over…

How Many WordPress Plugins Are Too Many?

How Many WordPress Plugins Are Too Many?

It seems like one the existential questions of our time – at least, for web designers. But for years, many of us have been trying to figure out the “right”…

Why Most WordPress Websites Should Be Maintained by a Professional

Why Most WordPress Websites Should Be Maintained by a Professional

Why you might not want to hand those maintenance responsibilities over to your client after their WordPress site has launched.

Is the Future of WordPress Code-Free?

Is the Future of WordPress Code-Free?

As WordPress and its ecosystem continue to evolve, it does make one wonder if more designers will choose code-free solutions. But, if so, what will be the ramifications?

Why Some Outdated WordPress Plugins & Themes Are Facing Extinction

Why Some Outdated WordPress Plugins & Themes Are Facing Extinction

If you manage a website that relies on any WordPress plugins or themes that haven’t seen an update for a while, your time with them may be running out. Recent…

What I’ve Learned About WordPress Maintenance

What I’ve Learned About WordPress Maintenance

For the past decade, much of my design and development work has been centered around WordPress. I’ve spent a good bit of time both building and maintaining websites that utilize…

The Responsibilities of a WordPress Plugin Developer

The Responsibilities of a WordPress Plugin Developer

It takes a whole lot of talent and skill to create a functioning WordPress plugin. Most of us will probably never fully grasp the amount of work and dedication that…

Is the WordPress Comment System Still Relevant?

Is the WordPress Comment System Still Relevant?

The WordPress comment system is a feature that has survived the long haul. Although, should it still be as prominently featured within WordPress?

A Beginner’s Guide to Using WooCommerce

A Beginner’s Guide to Using WooCommerce

With the worldwide expansion of the internet contributing to a huge increase in online sales, it is no wonder more business owners are looking to take their websites to the…

Should You Use WordPress Auto Updates?

Should You Use WordPress Auto Updates?

Keeping a WordPress installation updated with the latest core, theme and plugin versions can be tough. It’s something that frustrates both web designers and website owners. Depending on the particular…

When Does Using Headless WordPress Make Sense?

When Does Using Headless WordPress Make Sense?

To really know if headless WordPress is right for your project, it’s important to consider the pros and cons. The following guide is here to help you make the best decision.

The Hidden Costs of a WordPress Theme

The Hidden Costs of a WordPress Theme

The temptation to download a free or commercial WordPress theme is great for both pros and novices who want to build their own website. And it’s easy to see why….

The 10 Best Plugins for Adding eCommerce to WordPress

The 10 Best Plugins for Adding eCommerce to WordPress

We share the best eCommerce WordPress plugins on the market and provide you with background info on what types of shops they are suited for.

How To Create Custom Blocks for Gutenberg with Block Lab

How To Create Custom Blocks for Gutenberg with Block Lab

Of all the amazing things the new block editor (aka Gutenberg) for WordPress can do, the ability to create custom blocks is right at the top of the list. This…

5+ Useful WordPress Plugins You Should Check Out in 2024 Sponsored

5+ Useful WordPress Plugins You Should Check Out in 2024

Discover and download the best WordPress plugins of 2024 to help you create stunning and powerful websites, landing pages, and booking pages.

How to Use WooCommerce Hooks

How to Use WooCommerce Hooks