Introduction In modern web development, containerization has revolutionized the way projects are built, tested, and deployed. Docker Compose is an orchestration tool that simplifies the definition and management of multi-container Docker applications via a single YAML file. When working with WordPress, Compose streamlines the setup of the web server, PHP runtime, database, and any additional […]
Introduction to Composer and Dependency Management Composer has become the de facto standard for dependency management in modern PHP applications. It allows developers to declare, install, and update libraries and frameworks with ease, ensuring consistent, reproducible builds across development, staging, and production. In this extensive article, we will explore: The purpose and core concepts of […]
Introduction to WP-CLI WP-CLI (https://wp-cli.org/) is the Command-Line Interface for WordPress. It empowers developers and administrators to manage WordPress installations without relying on a web browser. Through simple commands, you can install plugins, update core files, manage users, perform database operations, and automate recurring tasks. Why Use WP-CLI for Automation Speed: Executes tasks in seconds […]
SSG Tutorial with Gatsby and WordPress Static Site Generators (SSGs) have revolutionized the way we build fast, secure, and scalable websites. In this tutorial, we will explore how to leverage Gatsby—a React-based SSG—and WordPress—used as a headless Content Management System (CMS)—to create a production-ready static site. This guide is aimed at developers who want a […]
REST API vs GraphQL in WordPress: An In-Depth Comparison The landscape of web development has shifted dramatically in recent years, and the way we expose data from WordPress backends is no exception. The WordPress REST API, introduced in core since version 4.7, revolutionized headless and decoupled architectures. Yet, GraphQL—a query language for your API—has gained […]
Introduction In modern web development, GraphQL has emerged as a powerful alternative to REST APIs, enabling clients to request exactly the data they need. For WordPress developers, WPGraphQL bridges the gap between WordPress’s CMS capabilities and GraphQL’s flexible querying syntax. This article dives deep into using GraphQL with the WPGraphQL plugin, covering installation, configuration, schema […]
Performance in Headless Sites: Caching and SSR In the era of API-driven architectures and decoupled frontends, headless sites have surged in popularity. By separating content management systems (CMS) or backends from presentation layers, developers gain unmatched flexibility. Yet this flexibility introduces performance challenges: how to ensure fast load times, minimal JavaScript execution, and SEO-friendliness. Two […]
Headless WordPress with Vue.js and Nuxt.js: An In-Depth Guide In modern web development, decoupling the front end from the back end has emerged as a best practice for performance, flexibility and future-proofing. Headless WordPress paired with Vue.js and Nuxt.js offers a powerful stack: WordPress as a content management system (CMS) serving content over an API, […]
Introduction The evolution of web development architectures has shifted significantly toward decoupled, API-driven approaches. Headless WordPress, combined with the modern JavaScript frameworks React and Next.js, offers developers a powerful way to deliver lightning-fast, SEO-friendly websites while retaining WordPress’s mature content management capabilities. Understanding Headless WordPress In a traditional WordPress setup, PHP templates render HTML on […]
Creating Custom Routes in the REST API Designing a flexible REST API often requires defining custom routes tailored to your applications domain logic. This article explores the principles, practical implementation across popular frameworks, and best practices for creating robust, maintainable custom routes. Table of Contents Core Routing Principles URL Pattern Design Implementation Examples Node.js with […]
