WordPress Framework Guide

Applies to: WordPress 6.0+, PHP 8.0+, Plugin Development, Theme Development, REST API, Block Editor (Gutenberg) Language Guide: @.claude/skills/php-guide/SKILL.md

Overview

WordPress is a content management system (CMS) powering over 40% of the web. This guide covers modern WordPress development including plugin architecture, theme development, REST API endpoints, the Block Editor (Gutenberg), and security essentials.

Use WordPress when:

• Content management system is needed
• Blog or publishing platform
• E-commerce with WooCommerce
• Custom applications with familiar admin UI
• Rapid prototyping with existing ecosystem

Consider alternatives when:

• Building pure API backend (use Laravel/Symfony)
• High-performance requirements (consider headless)