wordpress-standards

Enforce WordPress coding standards across plugin and theme development.

1|Updated Apr 19, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/iwritec0de/wp-dev --skill wordpress-standards
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Skill: wordpress-standards
Source: https://github.com/iwritec0de/wp-dev/tree/main/skills/wordpress-standards
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/iwritec0de/wp-dev --skill wordpress-standards

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

WordPress development teams struggle to maintain consistent coding standards across plugins and themes, leading to inconsistent quality and increased technical debt.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Enforces WordPress Coding Standards (WPCS) across naming, file organization, and documentation.
  • Provides clear conventions for PHP version requirements, autoloading, and code style.
  • Use Case: A developer refactors a plugin to align with WPCS, improving readability and maintainability and enabling easier collaboration.

Quick Start

Run a standards audit on a WordPress project to ensure all files comply with WPCS and related conventions.

Frequently Asked Questions about wordpress-standards

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I enforce WordPress coding standards in my plugin or theme development?

WordPress coding standards are enforced by applying rules for naming conventions, file organization, and PHPDoc across plugin and theme development. This ensures consistent code quality, readability, and maintainability while reducing technical debt.

What is the best way to align a PHP project with WordPress WPCS conventions?

The best way to align with WPCS is to run a standards audit that checks naming, file organization, and documentation. This process guides project layouts and ensures code complies with PHP version requirements and consistent autoloading practices.

Do I need typed properties and return types to meet WordPress coding standards?

Yes, typed properties and return types are required to meet modern WordPress coding standards. Enforcing these PHP features ensures strict type safety and consistent documentation across real-world plugin and theme projects.

How does autoloading work when enforcing WordPress coding standards?

Autoloading under WordPress coding standards works by applying clear conventions for PHP version requirements and code style. This structure guides proper project layouts and ensures files load consistently without manual include statements.

Can I use these WordPress coding conventions on an existing plugin with technical debt?

Yes, you can use these WordPress coding conventions on an existing plugin to refactor and align your code with WPCS. This improves readability and maintainability, enabling easier collaboration for development teams.