wp-performance

Diagnose WordPress backend bottlenecks using WP-CLI, Server-Timing, and Query Monitor.

27|1|Updated Feb 16, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/dr-robert-li/cowork-wordpress-expert --skill wp-performance-dr-robert-li
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Skill: wp-performance
Source: https://github.com/dr-robert-li/cowork-wordpress-expert/tree/main/references/wp-performance
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/dr-robert-li/cowork-wordpress-expert --skill wp-performance-dr-robert-li

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill addresses slow WordPress website performance by diagnosing and resolving backend bottlenecks, ensuring a faster and more responsive user experience.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Performance Diagnostics: Identifies issues with database queries, autoloaded options, object caching, cron jobs, and HTTP API calls.
  • Profiling & Measurement: Utilizes WP-CLI (profile/doctor), Server-Timing, and Query Monitor for in-depth analysis.
  • Optimization Recommendations: Provides actionable steps for improving speed based on identified bottlenecks.
  • Use Case: A slow-loading WordPress admin area is investigated, revealing inefficient database queries and large autoloaded options. This skill helps optimize these areas, significantly reducing load times.

Quick Start

Use the wp-performance skill to generate a backend-only performance report for the WordPress site at /var/www/html.

Frequently Asked Questions about wp-performance

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I diagnose slow WordPress admin performance caused by database queries?

Diagnose slow WordPress admin performance by profiling database queries and autoloaded options. This skill analyzes backend bottlenecks using WP-CLI and Query Monitor to identify inefficient queries and large options, providing actionable optimization steps to reduce load times.

What is the best way to profile WordPress performance bottlenecks using WP-CLI?

The best way to profile WordPress performance is using WP-CLI profile and doctor commands. This skill leverages WP-CLI alongside Server-Timing to measure and analyze backend bottlenecks including object caching, cron jobs, and HTTP API calls.

Does this WordPress performance optimization approach work with my PHP and WP versions?

This WordPress performance optimization targets WordPress 6.9+ and requires PHP 7.2.24 or higher. It diagnoses backend bottlenecks within this environment using tools like WP-CLI and Query Monitor to ensure compatibility and accurate profiling.

Why does my WordPress site load slowly even with caching enabled?

Your WordPress site may load slowly due to backend bottlenecks beyond basic caching, such as autoloaded options, cron jobs, or HTTP API calls. This skill diagnoses these specific issues using Query Monitor and Server-Timing to reveal hidden performance drains.

Can I measure WordPress HTTP API calls and cron jobs to find performance issues?

Yes, you can measure WordPress HTTP API calls and cron jobs to find performance issues. This skill profiles these specific backend processes using WP-CLI and Server-Timing, identifying delayed executions and providing targeted optimization recommendations.

What WordPress performance diagnostics can I run without a web interface?

You can run backend-only WordPress performance diagnostics without a web interface. This skill generates a performance report for a specified site path, analyzing database queries, object caching, and cron jobs directly from the server environment using WP-CLI.