Guides & Tools for WordPress Developers

WordPress developers work with themes, plugins, custom code, and the block editor. These articles share tutorials, tools, and ideas for building better WordPress websites.

Topics range from PHP and JavaScript to REST APIs and choosing the best hosting for WordPress developers. Great for both new developers and experienced coders looking to stay sharp.

8 Best LMS Plugins for WordPress in 2025

8 Best LMS Plugins for WordPress in 2025

A collection of fantastic plugins that will take your standard WordPress installation and transform it into an educational powerhouse.

10 Best Free WordPress Membership Plugins in 2025

10 Best Free WordPress Membership Plugins in 2025

A collection of the best free membership plugins for your WordPress websites. Some cater to niche uses, while others provide a full suite of functionality.

How to Improve Custom WordPress Plugins with Plugin Check

How to Improve Custom WordPress Plugins with Plugin Check

If you need functionality that doesn’t exist in the WordPress ecosystem, you can quickly build a custom plugin. But how do you know if that plugin meets WordPress standards? You use Plugin Check.

How to Use AI to Build a WordPress Related Posts Plugin

How to Use AI to Build a WordPress Related Posts Plugin

Learn how to create a simple related posts plugin for WordPress to demonstrate AI’s potential. It’s not going to rival commercial solutions, but it delivers a functional base that can be improved as needed.

10 Best Plugins For Adding AI to Your WordPress Website in 2025

10 Best Plugins For Adding AI to Your WordPress Website in 2025

A collection of WordPress plugins that, in one way or another, add artificial intelligence to your website. Some are longtime favorites, while others are upstarts breaking into the ecosystem.

How to Refactor Your Outdated WordPress Code With AI

How to Refactor Your Outdated WordPress Code With AI

Part of bringing your older WordPress site up to modern standards means refactoring outdated code. We show you how to use AI tools to help identify and fix any issues.

How to Create a Custom User Role in WordPress

How to Create a Custom User Role in WordPress

We take a look at what custom user roles are in WordPress, why you’d want to use them, and a few different techniques for creating them.

Learn How to Display WordPress Custom Field Data With Blocks

Learn How to Display WordPress Custom Field Data With Blocks

Learn how to use the WordPress Block Bindings API to display custom field data—no plugin required. A simple walkthrough with real examples.

Can AI Site Builders Make WordPress Easier?

Can AI Site Builders Make WordPress Easier?

We discuss how AI site builders may support WordPress freelancers and agencies in the future, and where the current tools still fall short.

How to Add Custom Style Variations to WordPress Blocks

How to Add Custom Style Variations to WordPress Blocks

We’ll show you how to add custom styles to a WordPress block. When finished, you’ll have a real-world example to use as a basis for your ideas.

How to Build a Successful WordPress Membership Site

How to Build a Successful WordPress Membership Site

The idea of a membership website is quite broad. Really, it can be anything from an organization that charges members for access to content or a simple community bulletin board….

8 Handy AI Prompts to Speed Up Your WordPress Workflow

8 Handy AI Prompts to Speed Up Your WordPress Workflow