Why we stored community data in 20 custom tables rather than a custom post type. Sortable values as real columns, cursor pagination instead of OFFSET, denormalised counters, and an honest account of what custom tables cost.
A developer guide to PHP-FPM pool configuration for WordPress: pm.dynamic vs pm.ondemand math, OPcache tuning for production, PHP 8.4 JIT settings, and real benchmark numbers. No fluff, just config diffs and perf data.
A developer-focused comparison of Redis, Memcached, and LiteSpeed LSMEM as WordPress object cache drop-ins. Covers eviction policy tuning, persistent vs ephemeral groups, multisite key namespace gotchas, and monitoring with Query Monitor.
Learn the essential WordPress wpdb best practices: how to use prepare() to prevent SQL injection, choose the right get_ method, write safe INSERT/UPDATE/DELETE operations, eliminate N+1 query problems, and cache expensive queries with transients. Includes 8 real PHP code examples.
PHP 8.3 brings typed class constants, json_validate(), Randomizer improvements, readonly property cloning, and the #[Override] attribute. This guide covers each feature with real WordPress plugin code examples and a practical upgrade path.
A practical guide to running AI models locally with Ollama and LM Studio alongside WordPress. Covers REST API integration, self-hosted chatbots, PHP code patterns, security, and when local AI makes more sense than cloud APIs.
Master WordPress database optimization with custom SQL queries, MySQL indexing strategies, WP_Query tuning, and automated maintenance scripts. Reduce your TTFB by up to 83%.
Master WordPress performance optimization in 2026 with this comprehensive guide covering server-level tuning (PHP 8.3, OPcache, Redis), multi-layer caching strategies, Core Web Vitals optimization, image formats (WebP/AVIF), critical CSS, JavaScript deferral, database cleanup, and WP-CLI automation scripts. Includes production-ready code examples and a prioritized optimization checklist.
WPCS MCP Server automates WordPress Coding Standards enforcement using AI. Save hours of manual PHPCS fixes with intelligent auto-correction for spacing, Yoda conditions, escaping, and docblocks. Open source tool for Claude Code and Claude Desktop.
When to integrate Laravel with WordPress and how - REST API patterns, Corcel for Eloquent ORM access, and webhook bridges for teams that need Laravel's backend power alongside WP's CMS.
Serverless architecture has evolved from experimental technology to production reality. This comprehensive 2026 update covers AI inference on serverless, edge-native deployments, cold start improvements, cost optimization at scale, multi-cloud abstraction, and the developer experience tooling that has transformed how teams build and operate serverless systems.