skills.rest
jorgerosal
jorgerosalCOMMUNITY
Explore all skills by this author →
WebsiteGitHub

wp-theme-development

Evaluate WordPress themes for compatibility with modern block, classic, hybrid, and child patterns.

69|9|Updated Apr 17, 2026
Search Tags:#templates#migration#wordpress#theme-development#fse#theme-json
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jorgerosal/wordpress-skills --skill wp-theme-development
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: wp-theme-development
Source: https://github.com/jorgerosal/wordpress-skills/tree/main/codex-skills/wp-theme-development
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jorgerosal/wordpress-skills --skill wp-theme-development

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Identify and evaluate WordPress themes for compatibility with modern WordPress patterns.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Detect theme type (block, classic, hybrid, or child) and assess alignment with modern WP practices.
  • Validate theme.json, template hierarchy, and global styles, including style variations and FSE considerations.
  • Review template parts, patterns, and migration needs for smooth transitions from classic to block themes.
  • Use shared reference docs for deeper checks when necessary, with clear remediation guidance.

Quick Start

Provide Codex with a WordPress theme repository or sample theme to initiate a structured Codex theme development review.

Frequently Asked Questions about wp-theme-development

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I validate my WordPress theme.json structure for FSE compatibility?▼

To validate WordPress theme.json structure for FSE compatibility, provide your theme repository for a structured review that checks global styles, required files, and modern block patterns to ensure full compliance.

How do I migrate a classic WordPress theme to a block theme?▼

Migrating a classic WordPress theme to a block theme requires evaluating template parts, patterns, and theme structure. A structured review identifies migration needs and provides remediation guidance for a smooth transition to block patterns.

Does this WordPress theme review work with child and hybrid themes?▼

Yes, this WordPress theme review works with child and hybrid themes. It detects the specific theme type and assesses its alignment with modern WordPress practices, validating templates, template parts, and global styles accordingly.

What is the best way to check WordPress templates and template parts against modern patterns?▼

The best way to check WordPress templates and template parts against modern patterns is to apply a structured review that validates the template hierarchy, enforces required files, and cross-references shared documentation for deeper structural checks.

Why does my WordPress theme fail modern pattern compatibility checks?▼

Your WordPress theme fails modern pattern compatibility checks when it lacks required files, has an invalid theme.json structure, or missing FSE patterns. A structured review identifies these specific gaps and provides clear remediation guidance.

Related Skills

Explore More Software Engineering Skills→
ihatesea69ihatesea69
3

wp-block-themes

Manage theme.json configurations and debug WordPress block themes.

Community
Intermediate
javiercasaresjaviercasares
1

wp-block-themes

Detect WordPress block theme roots and validate theme.json structure.

Community
Intermediate
MrGKanevMrGKanev

wp-block-development

Guide WordPress Gutenberg block metadata, registration, and migration workflows.

Community
Intermediate
PMDevSolutionsPMDevSolutions
16

fse-pattern-first-architecture

Enforce pattern-first architecture for WordPress FSE themes via PHP patterns.

Official
Advanced