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wordpress-testing-workflows

Automate PHPUnit testing workflows for WordPress themes and plugins.

16|5|Updated Feb 9, 2026
Search Tags:#testing#phpunit#wordpress#unit-tests#integration-tests#continuous-integration
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/PMDevSolutions/Flavian --skill wordpress-testing-workflows
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Skill: wordpress-testing-workflows
Source: https://github.com/PMDevSolutions/Flavian/tree/main/.claude/skills/wordpress-testing-workflows
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/PMDevSolutions/Flavian --skill wordpress-testing-workflows

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

WordPress themes and plugins require reliable PHPUnit tests to ensure code quality across refactors and CI pipelines. This skill provides a structured approach to writing unit and integration tests, setting up environments, and configuring automated test workflows.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Guidance on scaffolding test suites for WP themes/plugins using WP_UnitTestCase and factory helpers.
  • Best practices for isolating tests, clean teardown, and integrating tests into CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, Travis, etc.).
  • Sample patterns for testing hooks, REST endpoints, AJAX, and custom post types within WordPress.

Quick Start

Install, scaffold, and run PHPUnit tests for a WordPress project using the guidelines in this skill, and watch tests execute in your chosen environment.

Frequently Asked Questions about wordpress-testing-workflows

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I write PHPUnit tests for a WordPress plugin using WP_UnitTestCase?▼

PHPUnit tests for a WordPress plugin use WP_UnitTestCase to access test factories and setup/teardown patterns. This skill provides structured guidance to scaffold test suites and isolate tests for hooks, REST endpoints, and custom post types.

What's the best way to set up a WordPress testing environment for themes and plugins?▼

Setting up a WordPress testing environment requires scaffolding test suites with factory helpers and applying proper teardown patterns. This skill automates the workflow to configure environments and integrate automated tests into CI pipelines.

Can I run WordPress unit tests automatically in a continuous integration pipeline?▼

Yes, WordPress unit tests can run automatically in continuous integration pipelines like GitHub Actions. This skill configures CI/CD pipelines to execute PHPUnit tests automatically, ensuring code quality across refactors.

How do I test WordPress REST endpoints and AJAX handlers with PHPUnit?▼

Testing WordPress REST endpoints and AJAX handlers with PHPUnit involves using WP_UnitTestCase and specific test patterns. This skill provides sample patterns to properly test these integrations within the WordPress environment.

Do I need to use test factories when writing integration tests for WordPress?▼

Yes, using test factories is required when writing integration tests for WordPress to create isolated test data. This skill specifies WP_UnitTestCase factory usage and setup/teardown patterns to ensure clean test isolation.

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