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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.

The Best Open-Source Tools & Frameworks for Building WordPress Themes in 2025

The Best Open-Source Tools & Frameworks for Building WordPress Themes in 2025

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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.

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

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

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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.

The 10 Best Hosting Packages for WordPress Developers in 2025

The 10 Best Hosting Packages for WordPress Developers in 2025

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The best WordPress hosting for developers in 2025. Tools, performance, security, and scaling you can rely on.

How to Refactor Your Outdated WordPress Code With AI

How to Refactor Your Outdated WordPress Code With AI

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Part of bringing your older WordPress site up to modern standards means refactoring outdated code.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

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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

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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?

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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

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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 Add Custom Style Variations to WordPress Blocks

How to Add Custom Style Variations to WordPress Blocks

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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.

5 Cool Things You Can Do with a Local Install of WordPress in 2025

5 Cool Things You Can Do with a Local Install of WordPress in 2025

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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

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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 2025

8 Best Free Plugins for WordPress Multisite in 2025

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