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.

What AI Can Teach Web Developers About WordPress

What AI Can Teach Web Developers About WordPress

AI can do more than write code. We show you how to use AI to explain WordPress snippets, compare different ways to build a feature, and review code for security, performance, and maintainability.

How to Use Remote Data Blocks to Display Google Sheets Data in WordPress

How to Use Remote Data Blocks to Display Google Sheets Data in WordPress

Remote Data Blocks can pull data from services like Google Sheets and display it in WordPress blocks. This tutorial tests the setup, connects a Sheet using a Google Cloud service account, and then formats the output with a block pattern.

How To Protect Media Files Uploaded to WordPress

How To Protect Media Files Uploaded to WordPress

WordPress uploads are public by default, so your files can be hotlinked or pulled into search results. This article shows server-level hotlink blocking, noindex headers, and ways to protect attachment pages.

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.

8 Best LMS Plugins for WordPress in 2026

8 Best LMS Plugins for WordPress in 2026

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

The Best Open-Source Tools & Frameworks for Building WordPress Themes in 2026

The Best Open-Source Tools & Frameworks for Building WordPress Themes in 2026

We share the top open-source development tools and frameworks for building WordPress themes in 2025. Learn what they offer and how they can improve your workflow.

7 Top Starter & Barebone Themes for WordPress Development in 2026

7 Top Starter & Barebone Themes for WordPress Development in 2026

A collection of starter or barebones themes for WordPress that will allow you to quickly build a theme to your own custom specifications.

10 Best Plugins For Adding AI to Your WordPress Website in 2026

10 Best Plugins For Adding AI to Your WordPress Website in 2026

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.

What Is MCP, and How Can It Help Your WordPress Website?

What Is MCP, and How Can It Help Your WordPress Website?

Model Context Protocol is an open protocol that sits between an AI app and your tools. Learn what it does, how it can connect to WordPress through the MCP Adapter, and what features it can unlock.

5 Cool Things You Can Do with a Local Install of WordPress in 2026

5 Cool Things You Can Do with a Local Install of WordPress in 2026

Running a copy of WordPress on your local machine is a fairly simple process (we have some helpful information on doing this). But you may be wondering about the actual…

How a Custom WordPress Plugin Can Help You Manage a Website

How a Custom WordPress Plugin Can Help You Manage a Website

Whether you’re a WordPress user or build websites for a living, it’s likely you’ve relied on a few plugins along the way. These additional pieces of software enable the content…

8 Best Free Plugins for WordPress Multisite in 2026

8 Best Free Plugins for WordPress Multisite in 2026