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.

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.

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…

How to Use WooCommerce Hooks

How to Use WooCommerce Hooks

WooCommerce has proven itself to be a popular and formidable WordPress e-Commerce plugin. Its biggest strength is the fact that it can be customized in so many ways. There are…

Scenarios Where the WordPress Gutenberg Block Editor Replaces Custom Code

Scenarios Where the WordPress Gutenberg Block Editor Replaces Custom Code

A look at some of the scenarios where WordPress Gutenberg blocks can replace custom coding and speed up the development process.

20 Code Snippets for Extending the Functionality of WordPress

20 Code Snippets for Extending the Functionality of WordPress

When coding WordPress themes, especially if you do it regularly, its really useful to have a selection of code snippets in your toolbox to just ‘copy-n-paste’ as and when the…

Create a Local WordPress Development Environment for Free with DevKinsta Sponsored

Create a Local WordPress Development Environment for Free with DevKinsta

Having a local development environment for WordPress websites is incredibly useful. It allows you to design, develop and experiment with projects – all on your own computer. This is both…

How to Create an Emergency Message UI in WordPress

How to Create an Emergency Message UI in WordPress

Emergency situations can affect any organization. Whether it’s a weather-related closing, a sudden change in business hours or a leaky pipe in the basement – things happen. And one of…

Building a WordPress Website with Gutenberg: Initial Observations

Building a WordPress Website with Gutenberg: Initial Observations

If you’ve been following all the fuss regarding Gutenberg, the new WordPress editor, you know that many users have formed a very strong opinion of it. But, all the drama…

How to Add HTML5 Video to WordPress Using Custom Fields

How to Add HTML5 Video to WordPress Using Custom Fields

Generally speaking, if you ask 10 WordPress developers how to do something, you’ll receive ten different answers. But that speaks to both the versatility of the CMS and that there…

A Faster and Safer Way to Troubleshoot WordPress

A Faster and Safer Way to Troubleshoot WordPress

Whether you’re building a new WordPress website or applying updates to an existing one, troubleshooting issues can be a very time-consuming process. It can also be a bit risky –…

How To Generate DOCX & XLSX Documents in WordPress

How To Generate DOCX & XLSX Documents in WordPress

Paperwork can be a hassle. While the need for it has diminished in the digital age, there is still a need for web designers and other digital professionals to regularly…

How to Add Interactive Maps to WordPress with MapSVG Sponsored

How to Add Interactive Maps to WordPress with MapSVG