| Setup & Configuration | Installing WordPress, configuring settings, installing themes/plugins | Web hosting, FTP, cPanel, WordPress dashboard | Launching and managing a WordPress site |
| Theme Development | Creating or customizing themes to control site appearance | PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript | Designing the look and layout of the website |
| Plugin Development | Building plugins to add or extend site functionality | PHP, WordPress Hooks (actions/filters), JavaScript | Adding features like forms, SEO, ecommerce, etc. |
| Custom Post Types & Taxonomies | Defining custom content types and categories beyond default posts and pages | PHP, WordPress API | Organizing and displaying specialized content |
| REST API Usage | Using WordPress REST API to interact with site data programmatically | REST API, JavaScript, JSON | Building headless sites or integrations with other apps |
| Performance Optimization | Improving site speed and responsiveness | Caching, Image Optimization, Database tuning | Enhancing user experience and SEO |
| Security | Implementing secure coding practices, managing updates, and protecting against threats | Secure coding, SSL, Authentication | Keeping the site safe from hacks and vulnerabilities |
