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wp-plugin-development

Guide WordPress plugin architecture, lifecycle hooks, and Settings API integration.

Updated Jan 13, 2026
Search Tags:#architecture#security#wordpress#plugin-development#wp-cli#settings-api#activation-hooks
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Skill: wp-plugin-development
Source: https://github.com/MrGKanev/agent-skills/tree/main/skills/wp-plugin-development
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/MrGKanev/agent-skills --skill wp-plugin-development-mrgkanev

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

WordPress plugin development is complex and repetitive, requiring consistent structure, lifecycle handling, and secure settings integration to avoid production issues.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Architectural bootstrap: establish a minimal, testable plugin skeleton (bootstrap file, loader class, and autoloading).
  • Lifecycle and settings: implement activation/deactivation/uninstall hooks, migrations, and Settings API-based admin pages.
  • Security and packaging: enforce nonces, capability checks, data sanitization, and release packaging for distribution.

Quick Start

Set up a local WordPress environment, place your plugin under wp-content/plugins/, activate it via admin or WP-CLI, and begin scaffolding according to the guidelines in this skill.

Frequently Asked Questions about wp-plugin-development

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I structure a WordPress plugin architecture to avoid production issues?▼

Implement a predictable bootstrap with a loader class and autoloading to establish a minimal, testable plugin skeleton. This architecture prevents production issues by ensuring consistent structure and secure settings integration for projects of any size.

How do I implement activation hooks and the Settings API for WordPress plugins?▼

Implement activation, deactivation, and uninstall lifecycle hooks alongside Settings API-based admin pages. This approach handles database migrations and enforces top-level lifecycle integration for reliable single-site and multisite installations.

What security hardening do I need for WordPress plugin data handling?▼

Security hardening requires enforcing nonces, capability checks, and data sanitization. Safe data handling protects your plugin by validating user inputs and verifying permissions before processing settings or executing administrative actions.

Can I use WP-CLI to scaffold and activate plugins on multisite installations?▼

Yes, you can activate plugins via the admin dashboard or WP-CLI. The scaffolding guidelines support both single-site and multisite installations, ensuring the bootstrap and lifecycle hooks function predictably across network environments.

What is the best way to package a WordPress plugin for release distribution?▼

Package WordPress plugins for release by applying consistent architectural bootstrapping and security hardening. Release packaging prepares your plugin for distribution by bundling the validated files, settings UI, and lifecycle implementations into a deployable format.

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