ACF Cleaner: Remove Orphaned Custom Field Data in WordPress
Managing Advanced Custom Fields in WordPress creates inevitable database clutter as fields get modified, deleted, or restructured over time
Category: Advanced Tutorials
Building a Modern API Server with Slim 4 and WordPress
In this comprehensive tutorial, I'll show you how to build a modern, production-ready REST API server using Slim Framework 4 with WordPress authentication. We'll leverage PHP 8.1+ features, implement modern security practices, and follow current best practices for API development in 2025
Build an Automated Newsletter System with Google Sheets (No Third-Party Tools)
Managing a newsletter doesn't have to involve expensive third-party services like Mailchimp or SendGrid. If you're running a small to medium-sized mailing list (under 2,000 contacts), you can build a powerful automated newsletter system using just Google Sheets and Apps Script
How to Translate WordPress Plugins Using Claude AI & Python
Are you looking to translate WordPress plugins for international audiences. Manual translation can be time-consuming and error-prone. Fortunately, with modern AI tools like Claude and Python automation, you can streamline the entire translation workflow
Boost Your Git Productivity with 15 Essential Git Macros (Cross-Platform Installer)
Introduction If you use Git daily, you know how repetitive some commands can get. Typing git add ., git commit, and git push Doing dozens of times a day slows you down
How to Add a Resizable Sidebar to the WordPress Customizer (Persistent Width + Drag Resize)
By default, the WordPress Customizer sidebar has a fixed width, which can make previewing responsive designs or large screens cumbersome. If you’ve ever wanted to resize the Customizer sidebar — just like a draggable panel in a modern design app — you’re in luck
How to Use the TinyMCE WYSIWYG Editor in WordPress Customizer (Step-by-Step)
The WordPress Customizer is a powerful tool for allowing users to preview theme changes in real time — but its default controls are fairly limited
How to Add Export and Import Functionality for WordPress Customizer Settings (Step-by-Step Guide)
If you’ve ever customized a WordPress theme only to lose your settings after switching environments or themes, you know how frustrating it can be
How to Add a Secure Account Deletion Feature to Your WooCommerce Store
Why Your WooCommerce Store Needs an Account Deletion Feature In today's digital landscape, giving users control over their personal data isn't just good practice—it's increasingly becoming a legal requirement
How to Create a Dynamic Autocomplete Search Bar for Your Website
An interactive autocomplete search bar is a powerful feature that enhances user experience by providing real-time suggestions while users type. This blog post will guide you through creating a fully functional, reusable autocomplete search bar using JavaScript, CSS, and HTML
How to Create a Dynamic History Timeline with JavaScript and CSS
Adding an interactive and visually engaging history timeline to your website can captivate your audience and effectively showcase your milestones. This blog post will walk you through creating a dynamic timeline component using JavaScript, CSS, and HTML. Why Use a History Timeline
How to Add a Dark and Light Mode Toggle in WordPress Menus
Adding a dark and light mode toggle in WordPress is a great way to enhance user experience. It lets users choose their preferred theme, providing flexibility and accessibility
Using the WordPress REST API: Creating Modern Plugins for a Dynamic Web
In today's fast-paced web development landscape, creating dynamic, interactive applications has become essential. The WordPress REST API empowers developers to build modern plugins that can seamlessly integrate with other applications, platforms, and services
Building Secure WordPress Plugins: Best Practices for Data Protection
In the rapidly evolving digital landscape, security is a paramount concern for WordPress developers. With millions of websites powered by WordPress, creating secure plugins is essential not only for protecting users' data but also for maintaining the integrity of the WordPress ecosystem
Supercharging WordPress with Caching: Using wp_cache_get(), wp_cache_set(), and wp_cache_delete()
WordPress is renowned for its user-friendliness, but as your website grows in traffic and content, so do the demands on your server
Mastering WordPress Hooks: Unlocking the Power of Actions and Filters
When developing a WordPress site or plugin, understanding the concept of hooks is crucial. Hooks allow developers to extend and modify the core functionality of WordPress without altering its core files. This is done through two main types of hooks: actions and filters
Extend EDD Invoices in your Language
In this tutorial, we'll explore how to extend the functionality of Easy Digital Downloads (EDD) Invoices specifically for admin users. A starter child theme including a working example can be downloaded from GitHub
Re-building and Re-inserting Images into the WordPress Media Library from External Sources
Managing a WordPress website often involves handling various media files, especially images
Setting Up and Compiling WordPress React JS for the Block Editor with Gulp and NPM
Integrating React JS into the WordPress block editor enhances the user experience by leveraging the power and flexibility of React. This blog post will guide you through setting up and completing a WordPress React JS environment for the Block Editor using Gulp and NPM
Implementing a Light/Dark Theme Toggle with GeneratePress
Introduction In this tutorial, we'll walk through the steps to add a light/dark theme toggle to your website using the GeneratePress theme. This feature enhances user experience by allowing visitors to switch between themes according to their preferences
Adapting Your Plugin Templates for Full-Site Editing (FSE) in WordPress 5.9
With the introduction of Full-Site Editing (FSE) in WordPress 5.9, the landscape of theme development is undergoing a significant transformation. As plugin developers, adapting to these changes is crucial to ensure compatibility with the future of WordPress
Best Practices for Maintaining Both SVN and Git for Your WordPress.org Plugin or Theme
Developing a plugin or theme for WordPress often involves managing versions and updates efficiently. While WordPress.org uses Subversion (SVN) for its plugin and theme repository, many developers prefer Git for its flexibility and robust feature set