WordPress
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Handling AJAX Requests
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2 min read
In WordPress, when handling AJAX requests, you can use two different types of action hooks: Why Use wp_ajax_nopriv? You use wp_ajax_nopriv_{action} when you want to allow unauthenticated (non-logged-in) users to make AJAX requests. By default, WordPress restricts AJAX calls to logged-in users unless explicitly allowed for non-logged-in users. Example Scenario If you have an AJAX-based…
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Array Sanitization in WordPress
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1 min read
There are two type of array sanitization like single-level array and nested array. Single-level array sanitization: Nested array sanitization:
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As of February 2025, WordPress powers approximately 43.3% of all websites on the internet, equating to over 835 million sites. devrix.com This widespread adoption is supported by a vast ecosystem of plugins and themes: This extensive library of plugins and themes contributes significantly to WordPress’s popularity, providing users with the tools to create highly customized…
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Setup zip file in wordPress plugin
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2 min read
Steps to Update the Build Process 1. Update Grunt Configuration for Copying the Assets Folder You can use the grunt-contrib-compress and grunt-contrib-copy plugins to copy the assets folder to the final destination before zipping the plugin. 2. Update Grunt Configuration You mentioned that the zip file is not being created. To ensure that, update your…
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array( ‘limit’ => -1, ‘status’ => ‘publish’ )
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1 min read
$products = wc_get_products( array( ‘limit’ => -1, ‘status’ => ‘publish’ ) ); Here’s what each part of the array array( ‘limit’ => -1, ‘status’ => ‘publish’ ) does: ‘limit’ => -1: This sets the number of products to retrieve. By default, WooCommerce limits the number of products returned (usually to 10 or 12 per query).…
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The WordPress File Structure
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3 min read
The WordPress file structure is organized in a way that allows for flexibility in managing content, themes, plugins, and core files. Here’s an overview of the key directories and files in a typical WordPress installation: 1. Root Directory The root directory contains the core WordPress files that power the CMS and handle essential functionality. Key…
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WordPress Request Flow
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2 min read
1. Browser Sends the Request 2. Web Server Receives the Request 3. PHP Interpreter Executes Code 4. MySQL Database Interaction 5. PHP Generates HTML, CSS, and JavaScript 6. Web Server Sends Response 7. Browser Renders the Page
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Sanitization
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2 min read
In WordPress development, sanitization refers to the process of cleaning or escaping user inputs (such as form data) before storing or using them, to prevent security vulnerabilities like Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) or SQL injection attacks. It ensures that only safe and valid data is accepted by your application, safeguarding your website against potential exploits. Key…
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Nonce
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2 min read
In WordPress, a nonce (which stands for Number used once) is a security token used to protect URLs and forms from malicious attacks such as Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF). Nonces are temporary, unique tokens that ensure the request being made comes from a trusted source. Key Features of Nonces: Common Use Cases: How Nonces Work…