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wordpress-plugin-development

Identify WordPress plugin surfaces and apply precise changes in the nearest owning module with validation.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
Search Tags:#development#architecture#security#plugin#wordpress#rest-api
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npx skills add https://github.com/korflux/skills --skill wordpress-plugin-development-korflux
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Skill: wordpress-plugin-development
Source: https://github.com/korflux/skills/tree/main/skills/wordpress-plugin-development
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/korflux/skills --skill wordpress-plugin-development-korflux

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

WordPress plugin work often requires clear boundaries between bootstrap, admin, REST routes, and activation flows; this skill helps teams structure, validate, and maintain plugin code efficiently.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Establishes a disciplined approach to plugin surfaces: bootstrap, admin, REST routes, and activation routines.
  • Provides decision guidance for plugin vs theme vs core boundaries and end-to-end validation.
  • Supports a narrow, auditable workflow for plugin changes with security, i18n, and upgrade safety.

Quick Start

Install a starter plugin skeleton and begin by wiring the bootstrap and activation hooks.

Frequently Asked Questions about wordpress-plugin-development

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I structure a WordPress plugin across bootstrap, admin pages, and REST routes?▼

Structure a WordPress plugin by applying the smallest changes in the nearest owning module, whether bootstrap, admin page handler, or REST endpoint, to maintain clear boundaries and validate targeted checks efficiently.

What security checks should I implement when developing a WordPress plugin?▼

WordPress plugin development requires strict input validation, capability checks, and nonces to ensure security, alongside internationalization and upgrade safety practices for robust and auditable plugin code.

Does this approach work for adding custom REST API endpoints in WordPress?▼

Yes, the workflow supports WordPress REST API routes by identifying the REST surface requiring changes, applying precise modifications in the owning endpoint module, and validating with targeted route checks.

What's the best way to handle WordPress plugin activation and upgrade safety?▼

Handle WordPress plugin activation and upgrade safety by isolating activation routines, validating inputs, applying capability checks, and documenting decisions to ensure a narrow, auditable workflow for future maintenance.

Why does my WordPress plugin need separate boundaries for admin and bootstrap code?▼

Separate boundaries for admin and bootstrap code prevent overlapping logic, ensuring that WordPress plugin changes remain auditable, secure, and precisely targeted to the correct surface like activation flows or REST routes.

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