A collection of resources for WordPress Developers, written and curated by experts
In the hierarchy of WordPress® data storage, transients often occupy a misunderstood middle ground. They aren’t quite as permanent as options, yet they aren’t as ephemeral as a standard PHP… Read more
Mike Davey
It’s a common situation. You schedule a backup for 2 a.m., but when you log in the next morning, the file isn’t there. Or perhaps a scheduled post missed its… Read more
Mike Davey
We are excited to announce the release of WP Offload Media 3.3! This release focuses on modernizing our codebase to support the latest server environments, expanding our global footprint with… Read more
Bartosz Kmiecik
For a long time, the logic of a WordPress® theme lived primarily in functions.php. If you wanted to add support for a custom logo, wide alignment, or editor styles, you… Read more
Mike Davey
In this issue of Delicious Brain Bytes, we explore the brand-new Gutenberg 22.3 features, look ahead to the WordPress® 7.0 release and its updated PHP requirements, discuss WP Engine’s strategic… Read more
Mike Davey
Digital presence is more than just a marketing channel. It’s often the primary driver of revenue, customer experience, and competitive differentiation. This critical asset demands enterprise-grade performance, rigorous security, and… Read more
Mike Davey
It’s the time of year when we roll out delicious savings! We’re offering new customers big savings on the essential plugins trusted by top developers and agencies worldwide. Whether you’re… Read more
Mike Davey
In this issue of Delicious Brain Bytes, we track the final progress of WordPress 6.9 RC1 and the new Abilities API, explore the security advancements of the FAIR/Patchstack collaboration, preview… Read more
Mike Davey
Migrating servers is a complex process that involves many moving parts. One of the most challenging aspects of server migration is dealing with DNS propagation. When you update your DNS… Read more
Mike Davey
In this issue of Delicious Brain Bytes, we dive into the game-changing FAIR 1.0 decentralized package manager, explore the key data from the ACF Annual Survey, see how one developer… Read more
Mike Davey
The WordPress media library serves us well for public content, but what about premium assets, private documents, or confidential client data? The default setup makes every uploaded file publicly accessible… Read more
Mike Davey
In this issue of Delicious Brain Bytes, we look into WordPress 6.9, round up the latest industry surveys, figure out how to make Postgres much slower, and much more! WordPress… Read more
Mike Davey
User-generated content is the proverbial double-edged sword. While it’s a powerful engine for engagement, it’s also a significant technical liability. User uploads are often unpredictable, unoptimized, and can consume server… Read more
Mike Davey
Many successful WordPress sites eventually hit an architectural bottleneck. As traffic scales, the web server struggles to handle the dual responsibilities of running the PHP application and serving a library… Read more
Mike Davey
Relocating a WordPress website to a new domain is a frequent task for developers, but it often comes with the risk of broken links and lost content. Ensuring a seamless… Read more
Mike Davey
Managing WordPress sites across different environments often requires moving data and files. A partial migration involves selectively transferring only specific components of your WordPress installation. Instead of cloning an entire… Read more
Mike Davey
WordPress Multisite is a powerful tool, highly useful for things like client sites managed by an agency, school or university departments, or large corporate structures where many related sites are… Read more
Mike Davey
In this issue of Delicious Brain Bytes, we look into recent and upcoming WordCamps, discuss the upcoming release of WordPress 6.9, and much more! WordCamp Wrap-Up: Europe Recap, US on… Read more
Mike Davey
WordPress multisite networks offer flexibility, but a subsite often needs its own single installation for client needs, scaling, or simplified management. Separating a subsite is complex due to Multisite’s unique… Read more
Mike Davey
The staggering number of sites powered by WordPress speaks to its versatility, ease of use, and ecosystem. This widespread adoption introduces a paradox: its popularity makes it a frequent target… Read more
Mike Davey
You’re not going to get far in WordPress development without solid technical skills. They’re foundational, allowing you to build, customize, and optimize digital experiences. However, they’re only going to take… Read more
Mike Davey
Headless WordPress unlocks a variety of powerful use cases that are often difficult or less efficient to build with a traditional setup. For example, developers and designers may feel constrained… Read more
Mike Davey
If you build WordPress websites, you’re familiar with the cycle: finish a project, launch, and then the hunt begins for the next client. This project-based model often means inconsistent income… Read more
Mike Davey
In this issue of Delicious Brain Bytes, we discuss the new WordPress AI Team, dip into Figma Sites, and much more! WordPress Launches AI Team to Steer Open-Source Innovation WordPress… Read more
Mike Davey