wp-performance

Diagnose WordPress performance bottlenecks using WP-CLI profiling tools.

2|Updated Mar 4, 2026

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npx skills add https://github.com/iamandrewpeters/claude-skills --skill wp-performance-iamandrewpeters

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Skill: wp-performance
Source: https://github.com/iamandrewpeters/claude-skills/tree/main/wp-performance
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/iamandrewpeters/claude-skills --skill wp-performance-iamandrewpeters

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Diagnose WordPress performance bottlenecks across frontend, admin UI, REST endpoints, and scheduled tasks to identify bottlenecks and slow workflows.

Core Features & Use Cases

Diagnostics & profiling: run wp doctor, wp profile, and related tooling to surface bottlenecks such as slow queries, heavy hooks, and bloated autoloaded options.
Guided fixes: provide structured steps to mitigate bottlenecks by type (database, cache, cron, external calls).
Use Case: A site with a slow homepage and laggy admin panel can leverage this Skill to identify the primary bottlenecks and validate improvements.

Quick Start

Run the WP-CLI diagnostics to identify bottlenecks in your WordPress site.

Frequently Asked Questions about wp-performance

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

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How do I diagnose slow WordPress performance and find bottlenecks?▼

To diagnose slow WordPress performance, you can run WP-CLI diagnostics like wp doctor and wp profile to surface slow queries, heavy hooks, and bloated autoloaded options. This identifies specific bottlenecks across frontend, admin UI, REST endpoints, and cron jobs.

What is causing my laggy WordPress admin panel and how can I profile it?▼

A laggy WordPress admin panel is often caused by heavy hooks or slow database queries. You can profile the admin UI using WP-CLI tools to identify the exact bottlenecks, and then apply structured fixes targeting database, cache, or external call issues to validate improvements.

Can I use WP-CLI to fix slow REST endpoints and long-running cron jobs?▼

Yes, you can use WP-CLI to diagnose and fix slow REST endpoints and long-running cron jobs. The Skill guides you through profiling workflows to identify the root cause of slow endpoints and scheduled tasks, then applies targeted fixes for database, cache, or external call bottlenecks.

What's the best way to troubleshoot a slow WordPress homepage?▼

The best way to troubleshoot a slow WordPress homepage is to run deterministic diagnostics using WP-CLI. This surfaces frontend bottlenecks like slow queries and bloated autoloaded options, guiding you through structured steps to mitigate them by type for validated performance improvements.