Tag: wordpress
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Getting WordPress Database Size via WP-CLI
in WordPressA WordPress WP-CLI command `db-size` allows fetching database tables, their data, and index size in various formats. The command offers sorting options like total, table, data size, and index size. Use `–format` to adjust the output format (`table`, `csv`, `json`, `count`, `yaml`), and `–raw` for full byte size.
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Half-Baked Plugins: Embeds for Twitch and Gutenberg
in WordPressLearn about Embeds for Twitch and Gutenberg, a WordPress plugin for embedding Twitch channels, videos, and clips as Gutenberg blocks. No plans for release, just for learning. Note: Clip functionality may be faulty. Explore Half-Baked Plugins for more experimental projects.
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Deleting Old Post Revisions in WordPress with WP-CLI
in WordPressWorking with a client’s large database, I crafted a custom WP-CLI command to purge post revisions based on specific criteria, saving backups of those deleted. This script efficiently prunes revisions older than a year and prior to post publication, reducing the overall database size prior to a site migration.
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Five Years
Celebrating five years at Automattic with WordPress VIP. From nervous travel beginnings to team meetups in various cities, each year brought new adventures and connections. The company’s diverse, talented, and kind people set Automattic apart, making it a fulfilling workplace. Join us – we’re hiring! 😊
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Wisps, a WordPress Plugin
in WordPressWith Wisps, you can have code snippets similar to Gist, Pastebin, or similar code sharing sites. Using the built-in WordPress code editor, you can write snippets to post and share.
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Debugging WordPress Hooks: Speed
in WordPressLearn how to measure the execution time of WordPress hooks with precision by capturing individual callback durations. Find out how to set up a timeline for targeted hooks and track start and stop times for each. Be cautious of potential overhead and conflicts with plugins using hook priorities. Utilize the provided PHP code to implement…
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Finding Duplicate WordPress Post Meta
in WordPressLearn how to identify and delete duplicate post meta in WordPress efficiently using a complex SQL query to find and remove duplicate meta entries. Avoid manual checking and tedious deletion processes.
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WordPress Post Meta and JSON
in WordPressLearn about the challenges of storing JSON strings in WordPress post meta. Discover how WordPress’s `wp_unslash()` function can unintentionally interfere with the data. Find out how to safely store JSON by using `wp_slash()` to double-encode it, ensuring data integrity when unslashing.
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Better Caching in WordPress
in WordPressCaching data in WordPress is essential for performance. Using the Transients API is common but using the WP_Object_Cache functions can offer more flexibility, especially for scenarios like API data changes. Additionally, caching too much data can lead to inefficiencies, so optimizing cache object size can significantly improve performance.