wp-performance

Diagnose WordPress backend bottlenecks using WP-CLI profiling and diagnostics.

3|Updated Feb 21, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/ihatesea69/HieuNghi-AI-Skills --skill wp-performance-ihatesea69
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Skill: wp-performance
Source: https://github.com/ihatesea69/HieuNghi-AI-Skills/tree/main/wordpress_skills/wp-performance
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ihatesea69/HieuNghi-AI-Skills --skill wp-performance-ihatesea69

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 providing a structured approach to diagnosing and resolving backend bottlenecks, ensuring faster load times and a better user experience.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Backend Profiling: Utilizes WP-CLI tools (profile, doctor) to pinpoint performance issues without needing a browser.
  • Diagnostic Tools: Integrates with Query Monitor (headless) and Server-Timing headers for comprehensive analysis.
  • Bottleneck Resolution: Offers specific guidance for optimizing database queries, autoloaded options, object caching, cron jobs, and HTTP API calls.
  • Use Case: A WordPress site's admin area is sluggish. This Skill can be used to run wp doctor and wp profile stage to identify if slow database queries or excessive autoloaded options are the cause, and then provide targeted solutions.

Quick Start

Use the wp-performance skill to investigate slow admin page load times by running wp doctor check and wp profile stage within the WordPress installation.

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 admin performance using WP-CLI?

Diagnose slow WordPress admin performance by running `wp doctor check` and `wp profile stage` via WP-CLI to pinpoint backend bottlenecks like excessive autoloaded options or slow database queries without a browser.

What causes slow WordPress database queries and how can I optimize them?

Slow WordPress database queries are optimized by profiling backend stages and analyzing autoloaded options. This Skill guides targeted resolutions for query inefficiencies and HTTP API calls through deterministic backend analysis.

Do I need WP-CLI to optimize WordPress site speed?

Yes, you need WP-CLI installed to utilize this Skill. It relies entirely on WP-CLI profiling and diagnostic commands, such as `profile` and `doctor`, to perform backend analysis and identify performance bottlenecks.

What's the best way to profile WordPress cron jobs and HTTP API calls?

The best way to profile WordPress cron jobs and HTTP API calls is by using specialized WP-CLI diagnostic tools to run deterministic backend analysis, identifying specific delays and providing targeted optimization guidance.

Can I safely run WordPress performance diagnostics on a production environment?

Yes, you can safely run WordPress performance diagnostics on a production environment. The Skill strictly adheres to safe operational guardrails designed specifically for executing WP-CLI commands on live sites.

Why does WordPress object caching fail to improve site speed?

Object caching may fail to improve WordPress site speed if underlying bottlenecks, such as slow database queries or excessive autoloaded options, are not resolved. Backend profiling identifies these root causes.