wp-theme-dev

Scaffold WordPress block and classic themes with coding standards and accessibility compliance.

65|17|Updated Feb 9, 2026
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npx skills add https://github.com/wpacademy/wordpress-dev-skills --skill wp-theme-dev
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Skill: wp-theme-dev
Source: https://github.com/wpacademy/wordpress-dev-skills/tree/main/wp-theme-dev
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/wpacademy/wordpress-dev-skills --skill wp-theme-dev

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Develop WordPress themes that adhere to official WordPress coding standards, the WordPress.org theme review requirements, WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility, and modern web development best practices. Use this skill when starting new themes or upgrading existing ones to ensure production-ready results.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Scaffold block (FSE) and classic themes with proper directory structure, templates, and theme.json configuration.
  • Enforce accessibility, licensing, and review compliance across the entire theme project.
  • Generate ready-for-submission readme.txt, style.css headers, and asset organization for maintainability.

Quick Start

Provide your theme goals (block or classic) and I will generate a production-ready WordPress theme scaffold with proper structure, assets, and documentation for development and submission.

Frequently Asked Questions about wp-theme-dev

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I scaffold a WordPress block theme that meets WP.org submission requirements?

To scaffold a WordPress block theme for WP.org submission, generate a project structure with proper directory layout, theme.json configuration, accessible templates, compliant readme.txt, and style.css headers.

What is theme.json and how does it configure a full site editing block theme?

Theme.json is a configuration file used in block themes to define global styles, block presets, and template settings, ensuring consistent design and layout control throughout the full site editing experience.

Can I use this approach to build both classic and child WordPress themes?

Yes, this approach supports building classic, child, and hybrid WordPress themes by guiding scaffold generation, template creation, and asset organization to maintain modular architecture and proper prefixing.

How do I ensure my WordPress theme meets WCAG 2.1 AA accessibility standards?

To ensure WordPress theme accessibility compliance with WCAG 2.1 AA standards, enforce accessibility guidelines throughout scaffold generation, template creation, and asset organization during the entire build process.

What's the best way to organize assets and enqueuing in WordPress theme development?

The best way to organize assets in WordPress theme development is to enforce modular architecture and proper enqueuing practices during scaffold generation, ensuring maintainability and compliance with coding standards.

Do I need to manually prepare license compliance files for WordPress theme review?

No, you do not need to manually prepare license compliance files, as the scaffolding process automatically enforces licensing compliance and generates ready-for-submission documentation like readme.txt for review.