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Simple but Effective WordPress Plugin Development Practices to Follow

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When it comes to WordPress best practices, you can’t ignore WordPress plugin development, since it is integral to your WordPress website. To ensure that you don’t have anything to worry about when developing WordPress plugins, we are going to share some of the main rules. It doesn’t matter if you are an inexperienced plugin developer or a seasoned veteran; these simple but effective WordPress plugin development practices should be followed by everyone.

1.      Have a solid strategy

If you want to develop a solid WordPress plugin, you must have a solid strategy, which will keep you on track. Here is a checklist of things you must have in your strategy:

  • Is there a similar plugin written?
  • Do you have the time to provide support to users?
  • Are you contributing to the community, or only trying to earn money?
  • Is the plugin meant for demonstration purposes or for actual use in the world?

You must ask these questions, since they will allow you to create a strategy for tackling issues like documentation, support, security, updates, and coding standards.

2.      Use clear and consistent coding standards

You should keep things simple by focusing on succinct comments, informative variable naming, indenting, and consistent spacing. WordPress has exceptional guides on coding standards, and if you use clear and consistent code, you will make it easier to debug, edit, and understand.

3.      Security must be taken seriously

You must ensure that the plugin is secure; otherwise, you will struggle to get anyone interested in it. Lots of developers don’t pay attention to security when developing WordPress plugins, so don’t make the same mistake if you want your plugin to be taken seriously.

4.      Use web services smartly

The internet is a great place with lots of web services that offer you everything from the latest tweets to stock quotes and even weather forecasts. You should use the web services smartly so that your plugin can access remote data.

We at Astound Media are here to help you select the best WordPress plugin to help you achieve your goals. Take a look through the services we offer and choose the one that best fits the needs of your company. Let us help you redefine the status quo & CAPTIVATE your audience.

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Jorge @ Astound Media
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Jorge Leger is the founder and digital strategist behind Astound Media, a New York–based agency helping organizations grow through smart, scalable web design and marketing. With over a decade of experience in WordPress development, SEO, and marketing automation, Jorge partners with mission-driven teams to deliver high-performing websites and campaigns that drive real results. He brings a sharp eye for strategy and a deep understanding of what it takes to stand out online—especially for small businesses and M/WBE-certified organizations.

When he’s not leading projects or optimizing digital funnels, you’ll find him exploring ways to make technology more accessible and impactful for growing teams.

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