WordPress Developer: Learn PHP, JS, Theming & REST API

Cover PHP basics including syntax, variables, and data types for WordPress use.

Learn to control program flow with loops and conditionals in PHP.

Understand how to define and use functions, including variable scope.

Introduction to OOP concepts like classes and objects for better code structure.

Handle data with arrays and other structures in PHP for WordPress development.

Deep dive into WordPress hooks system to modify functionality without changing core files.

Learn to use template tags to display content and data in themes.

Connect to and manipulate the WordPress database using the wpdb class.

Techniques for identifying and fixing PHP errors in a WordPress context.

Apply security best practices to prevent common vulnerabilities in PHP code.

Create a basic WordPress plugin to solidify your PHP skills in a real project.

Start with JavaScript basics tailored for WordPress front-end development.

Explore ES6+ syntax like arrow functions, promises, and modules for cleaner code.

Learn to interact with the Document Object Model and handle user events.

Use jQuery for simpler DOM operations and AJAX calls in WordPress.

Implement AJAX to load content without page refreshes for better user experience.

Get introduced to React fundamentals as used in the WordPress block editor.

Build custom blocks for the block editor using JavaScript and React.

Add interactive features like modals and sliders with JavaScript.

Debug JavaScript issues and optimize performance for faster sites.

Break down the anatomy of a WordPress theme and its files.

Set up a child theme to customize without losing changes on updates.

Understand the logic behind WordPress template selection for pages and posts.

Apply styles using CSS, and introduce preprocessors like SASS for efficiency.

Create custom templates for specific pages or content types in themes.

Make your themes adapt to different screen sizes using CSS media queries.

Ensure themes are accessible to all users by following WCAG guidelines.

Add custom data to posts and pages with fields and metaboxes.

Use the Customizer API to allow live previews of theme settings.

Design and code a unique homepage layout for your theme.

Add and manage theme options through the Customizer interface.

Secure your theme against attacks and optimize for speed.

Learn the basics of REST architecture and how APIs work.

Discover default endpoints provided by WordPress for data access.

Fetch data from WordPress using GET requests with JavaScript.

Secure your API calls with authentication techniques like cookies or tokens.

Extend the API by adding your own endpoints for custom data.

Alter existing endpoints to include additional data or functionality.

Use React to create a decoupled front-end that communicates with WordPress via REST API.

Implement Vue.js for building dynamic user interfaces with WordPress backend.

Add search and filter features using REST API queries.

Integrate WebSockets for live updates in interactive applications.

Real case study of developing a plugin that uses REST API for e-commerce features.

Protect your API integrations with advanced security measures.

Capstone project to build a full interactive portfolio site with front-end and REST API.