wp-playground

Manage WordPress Playground workflows for disposable local or browser instances.

2|Updated Aug 16, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/brigleb/claude --skill wp-playground-brigleb
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Skill: wp-playground
Source: https://github.com/brigleb/claude/tree/main/skills/wp-playground
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/brigleb/claude --skill wp-playground-brigleb

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires @wp-playground/cli, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides rapid, disposable WordPress instances for testing and development, eliminating the need for complex local setups.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Ephemeral WordPress Instances: Spin up temporary WP sites in the browser or locally.
  • Blueprint Execution: Run predefined WordPress setups using JSON blueprints.
  • Snapshot Building: Create shareable snapshots of configured WordPress environments.
  • Debugging: Enable Xdebug for isolated debugging within Playground instances.
  • Use Case: Quickly test a new plugin's compatibility with a specific WordPress version and PHP version without affecting your main development environment.

Quick Start

Use the wp-playground skill to spin up a local WordPress server with your current directory auto-mounted.

Frequently Asked Questions about wp-playground

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I create a disposable WordPress instance for local testing?

WordPress blueprints are predefined JSON setups that automate the configuration of disposable WordPress instances. You can execute these blueprints using the WordPress Playground CLI to quickly establish a specific WordPress and PHP environment for development and testing.

Can I use Xdebug for isolated debugging within a WordPress Playground instance?

Yes, you can enable Xdebug for isolated debugging within a WordPress Playground instance. This allows you to debug code in an ephemeral environment without affecting your main development setup or requiring complex local server configurations.

Do I need Node.js to run a local WordPress server with the Playground CLI?

Snapshot building allows you to create shareable snapshots of configured WordPress environments. This feature captures the state of your ephemeral WordPress instance so you can distribute or preserve the exact setup for future development and testing.

What is the best way to test a plugin's compatibility with a specific WordPress and PHP version?

The best way to test plugin compatibility with specific WordPress and PHP versions is by spinning up an ephemeral WordPress instance using the Playground CLI. You can execute predefined JSON blueprints to quickly configure the exact environment needed without impacting your main setup.