wordpress development Archives - Krasen Slavov https://krasenslavov.com/tag/wordpress-development/ WordPress Plugins, Themes and Writings Wed, 03 Dec 2025 03:49:40 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://storage.googleapis.com/krasenslavov/2022/02/c96f34cb-cropped-krasenslavov-logo-v2-150x150.png wordpress development Archives - Krasen Slavov https://krasenslavov.com/tag/wordpress-development/ 32 32 How to Add a Resizable Sidebar to the WordPress Customizer (Persistent Width + Drag Resize) https://krasenslavov.com/wordpress-customizer-sidebar-resizer/ https://krasenslavov.com/wordpress-customizer-sidebar-resizer/#respond Thu, 23 Oct 2025 08:19:03 +0000 https://krasenslavov.com/?p=3740 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. In…

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]]> https://krasenslavov.com/wordpress-customizer-sidebar-resizer/feed/ 0 How to Use the TinyMCE WYSIWYG Editor in WordPress Customizer (Step-by-Step) https://krasenslavov.com/wordpress-customizer-tinymce-editor/ https://krasenslavov.com/wordpress-customizer-tinymce-editor/#respond Fri, 17 Oct 2025 08:12:48 +0000 https://krasenslavov.com/?p=3735 The WordPress Customizer is a powerful tool for allowing users to preview theme changes in real time — but its default controls are fairly limited. If you’ve ever wanted to offer a rich-text editor inside the Customizer (with bold, links, lists, and colors), you can…

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]]> https://krasenslavov.com/setup-ngrok-with-localwp-for-public-access/feed/ 0 Leveraging Social Media: Marketing Your WordPress Plugin Effectively https://krasenslavov.com/leveraging-social-media-marketing-your-wordpress-plugin-effectively/ https://krasenslavov.com/leveraging-social-media-marketing-your-wordpress-plugin-effectively/#respond Thu, 30 Jan 2025 05:17:42 +0000 https://krasenslavov.com/?p=2345 In the ever-evolving landscape of digital marketing, social media has emerged as a vital channel for promoting products and engaging with audiences. For WordPress plugin developers, leveraging social media effectively can make the difference between a struggling plugin and a top seller. This blog post…

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]]> https://krasenslavov.com/leveraging-social-media-marketing-your-wordpress-plugin-effectively/feed/ 0 Conducting Effective Market Research: Tools and Techniques for WordPress Developers https://krasenslavov.com/conducting-effective-market-research-tools-and-techniques-for-wordpress-developers/ https://krasenslavov.com/conducting-effective-market-research-tools-and-techniques-for-wordpress-developers/#respond Thu, 23 Jan 2025 05:15:55 +0000 https://krasenslavov.com/?p=2341 In the competitive landscape of WordPress development, understanding the market is vital for success. Whether you’re creating a new plugin, theme, or service, effective market research helps you identify opportunities, understand customer needs, and make informed decisions. This blog post will explore essential tools and…

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]]> https://krasenslavov.com/conducting-effective-market-research-tools-and-techniques-for-wordpress-developers/feed/ 0 Hiring Your First Developer: Tips for Scaling Your WordPress Plugin Team https://krasenslavov.com/hiring-your-first-developer-tips-for-scaling-your-wordpress-plugin-team/ https://krasenslavov.com/hiring-your-first-developer-tips-for-scaling-your-wordpress-plugin-team/#respond Thu, 09 Jan 2025 05:11:50 +0000 https://krasenslavov.com/?p=2333 As a WordPress plugin developer, there comes a time when you might find yourself stretched too thin. Whether it’s due to the demand for your plugin, the desire to expand your offerings, or the need to improve existing features, hiring your first developer can be…

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]]> https://krasenslavov.com/hiring-your-first-developer-tips-for-scaling-your-wordpress-plugin-team/feed/ 0 The Ultimate Launch Checklist: Steps to Successfully Release Your WordPress Plugin https://krasenslavov.com/the-ultimate-launch-checklist-steps-to-successfully-release-your-wordpress-plugin/ https://krasenslavov.com/the-ultimate-launch-checklist-steps-to-successfully-release-your-wordpress-plugin/#respond Tue, 07 Jan 2025 05:10:48 +0000 https://krasenslavov.com/?p=2331 Launching a WordPress plugin is an exciting yet challenging endeavor. To ensure your plugin hits the ground running and captures the attention of your target audience, a well-structured launch strategy is essential. This blog post outlines the ultimate launch checklist, covering all the crucial steps…

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]]> https://krasenslavov.com/the-art-of-niche-selection-discovering-what-users-really-want/feed/ 0 Competitive Analysis in WordPress: How to Stay Ahead of the Game https://krasenslavov.com/competitive-analysis-in-wordpress-how-to-stay-ahead-of-the-game/ https://krasenslavov.com/competitive-analysis-in-wordpress-how-to-stay-ahead-of-the-game/#respond Tue, 17 Dec 2024 05:04:28 +0000 https://krasenslavov.com/?p=2319 In the rapidly evolving landscape of WordPress development, staying ahead of the competition is crucial for your success. With thousands of plugins and themes available, understanding your competitors can provide valuable insights that help you refine your product offerings, optimize marketing strategies, and enhance user…

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]]> https://krasenslavov.com/competitive-analysis-in-wordpress-how-to-stay-ahead-of-the-game/feed/ 0 Uncovering Untapped Markets in WordPress: Trends You Can Capitalize On https://krasenslavov.com/uncovering-untapped-markets-in-wordpress-trends-you-can-capitalize-on/ https://krasenslavov.com/uncovering-untapped-markets-in-wordpress-trends-you-can-capitalize-on/#respond Thu, 05 Dec 2024 05:00:15 +0000 https://krasenslavov.com/?p=2313 The WordPress ecosystem is vast and ever-evolving, offering numerous opportunities for developers, marketers, and entrepreneurs to tap into. With over 40% of all websites powered by WordPress, the demand for innovative solutions continues to grow. However, as the market matures, it’s essential to look beyond…

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]]> https://krasenslavov.com/uncovering-untapped-markets-in-wordpress-trends-you-can-capitalize-on/feed/ 0 Understanding Your Users: Surveys and Feedback Loops for Product Improvement https://krasenslavov.com/understanding-your-users-surveys-and-feedback-loops-for-product-improvement/ https://krasenslavov.com/understanding-your-users-surveys-and-feedback-loops-for-product-improvement/#respond Tue, 19 Nov 2024 04:55:28 +0000 https://krasenslavov.com/?p=2303 In the competitive landscape of digital products, especially in the realm of WordPress plugin development, understanding your users is not just beneficial—it’s essential. As developers, we often get caught up in the technical aspects of our work, focusing on features, performance, and design. However, the…

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]]> https://krasenslavov.com/understanding-your-users-surveys-and-feedback-loops-for-product-improvement/feed/ 0 Supercharging WordPress with Caching: Using wp_cache_get(), wp_cache_set(), and wp_cache_delete() https://krasenslavov.com/supercharging-wordpress-with-caching-using-wp_cache_get-wp_cache_set-and-wp_cache_delete/ https://krasenslavov.com/supercharging-wordpress-with-caching-using-wp_cache_get-wp_cache_set-and-wp_cache_delete/#respond Sat, 16 Nov 2024 08:03:27 +0000 https://krasenslavov.com/?p=2631 WordPress is renowned for its user-friendliness, but as your website grows in traffic and content, so do the demands on your server. Caching is one of the most powerful tools to optimize WordPress, making your site faster and more efficient by reducing database queries and…

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]]> https://krasenslavov.com/supercharging-wordpress-with-caching-using-wp_cache_get-wp_cache_set-and-wp_cache_delete/feed/ 0 When to Use stripslashes vs wp_unslash https://krasenslavov.com/when-to-use-stripslashes-vs-wp_unslash/ https://krasenslavov.com/when-to-use-stripslashes-vs-wp_unslash/#respond Sat, 09 Nov 2024 08:01:13 +0000 https://krasenslavov.com/?p=2629 If you’ve been diving into WordPress plugin or theme development, you may have come across the functions stripslashes and wp_unslash. Both play a role in cleaning up slashes () from strings or arrays, often necessary for handling user input, escaping issues, and sanitizing data. However,…

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]]> https://krasenslavov.com/when-to-use-stripslashes-vs-wp_unslash/feed/ 0 A Developer’s Guide to Quality Assurance in WordPress Plugin Development https://krasenslavov.com/a-developers-guide-to-quality-assurance-in-wordpress-plugin-development/ https://krasenslavov.com/a-developers-guide-to-quality-assurance-in-wordpress-plugin-development/#respond Mon, 04 Nov 2024 09:08:13 +0000 https://krasenslavov.com/?p=2642 Quality assurance (QA) is an integral part of WordPress plugin development. It ensures your plugin functions as intended, provides a seamless user experience, and adheres to security standards. This guide dives into actionable QA methods, complete with code snippets and practical tools. 1. Code Quality…

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]]> https://krasenslavov.com/json_encode-vs-wp_json_encode-choosing-the-right-json-encoding-function-in-wordpress/feed/ 0 Mastering WordPress Hooks: Unlocking the Power of Actions and Filters https://krasenslavov.com/mastering-wordpress-hooks-unlocking-the-power-of-actions-and-filters/ https://krasenslavov.com/mastering-wordpress-hooks-unlocking-the-power-of-actions-and-filters/#respond Thu, 24 Oct 2024 04:47:07 +0000 https://krasenslavov.com/?p=2289 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. In this…

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