What problem does it solve?
WordPress block development often requires a clear separation between editors who control content and developers who control layout and design. This Skill provides a structured approach to building Gutenberg blocks with server-side PHP rendering, ensuring secure output, consistent behavior, and reusability across themes.
Core Features & Use Cases
- Block file structure patterns (PHP registration file, JS editor file, optional CSS).
- Server-side render with proper escaping and sanitization to ensure security and consistent output.
- Media upload integration for blocks with images.
- Support for single and multiple item blocks with consistent data attributes.
- Editor UI patterns and best practices for maintainability and UX.
Quick Start
Create a basic Gutenberg block by following the three-file pattern: PHP registration in inc/blocks/block-name.php, editor JavaScript at inc/blocks/js/block-name.js, and a render callback in PHP. Then register the block in functions.php and enqueue editor assets.