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.

Do Built-From-Scratch WordPress Themes Still Make Sense?

Do Built-From-Scratch WordPress Themes Still Make Sense?

Built from scratch WordPress themes are not gone quite yet. We explain how blocks changed WordPress theme development and give clear examples of when going custom still makes sense.

10 Best Free WordPress Membership Plugins in 2026

10 Best Free WordPress Membership Plugins in 2026

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.

Simple Ways to Customize & Add Functionality to WordPress Plugins

Simple Ways to Customize & Add Functionality to WordPress Plugins

Extending a WordPress plugin doesn’t require expert knowledge. Mostly all you need is an understanding of PHP & HTML is all you need.

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.

When a WordPress Site Needs a Rehab Instead of a Full Redesign

When a WordPress Site Needs a Rehab Instead of a Full Redesign

WordPress sites can become outdated even with regular updates. A website rehab is a smaller project that can modernize an older site without a full redesign. Learn what to fix, who it fits, and what results to expect.

The 6 Best Developer Friendly WordPress Plugins for Performance & Diagnostics

The 6 Best Developer Friendly WordPress Plugins for Performance & Diagnostics

A collection of WordPress plugins built for developers. Use them to debug theme and plugin conflicts, track errors, profile performance, manage cron tasks, and log emails while you troubleshoot.

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 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 Protect WordPress Block Layouts From Accidental Changes

How to Protect WordPress Block Layouts From Accidental Changes

Keep clients from breaking WordPress block layouts. Save designs as block patterns, export backups, and lock blocks so content can change without moving pieces.

How to Use AI To Extend the Functionality of WordPress Plugins

How to Use AI To Extend the Functionality of WordPress Plugins

AI can help WordPress developers extend existing plugins when a feature is missing. Learn how to pick the right plugin, use documentation in prompts, and package changes in a custom plugin for easier maintenance.

How To Help Your WordPress Clients Understand AI

How To Help Your WordPress Clients Understand AI

The tech industry is full of buzzwords and hype cycles. Many of us feel pressured to talk about and adopt whatever’s new and exciting. Artificial intelligence (AI) is yet another…

How to Add Custom Style Variations to WordPress Blocks

How to Add Custom Style Variations to WordPress Blocks