Course Description

This in-depth course transforms you from a WordPress user into a professional WordPress developer, teaching you how to build custom themes, plugins, and dynamic websites using PHP, JavaScript, and modern WordPress APIs. Whether you’re creating client sites, extending functionality, or contributing to open source, you’ll gain the skills to develop secure, performant, and maintainable WordPress solutions.

Why Learn WordPress Development?
WordPress powers over 43% of all websites including enterprise platforms like The New York Times and Sony Music. But off-the-shelf themes and plugins often fall short. Companies and agencies need developers who can customize, optimize, and extend WordPress safely. With strong demand for skilled WordPress devs globally and especially in freelance and agency markets this skill opens doors to high-impact, well-paid work.

What You’ll Learn:

• Set up a local development environment with Local by Flywheel or Docker
• Understand WordPress core architecture: hooks (actions & filters), template hierarchy, and REST API
• Build custom themes from scratch using modern standards (block themes, Full Site Editing)
• Develop reusable plugins with proper security, settings pages, and activation/deactivation logic
• Work with Custom Post Types, Taxonomies, and Meta Boxes for structured content
• Integrate JavaScript frameworks (React, Vue) via the WordPress REST API or WPGraphQL
• Implement AJAX, CRON jobs, and background processing for dynamic features
• Secure your code against common vulnerabilities (XSS, CSRF, SQL injection)
• Optimize performance: caching strategies, asset loading, and database efficiency
• Deploy and manage sites with WP-CLI, Git, and staging workflows

Who this course is for:

• Frontend or PHP developers expanding into WordPress
• Freelancers building custom sites for clients
• Agency developers seeking best practices and efficiency
• Tech-savvy site owners wanting full control over their platform
• Open-source contributors looking to engage with the WordPress ecosystem