WordPress Development

What is WordPress Development?

WordPress development is building, customising and maintaining websites on WordPress — the platform behind a large share of the web. It is a steady, high-demand skill with recurring maintenance work.

How to Learn WordPress Development

1. Learn WordPress basics — posts, pages, themes and plugins.
2. Master a builder — Elementor or Gutenberg.
3. Learn HTML and CSS — customise beyond the builder.
4. Understand hosting and security — keep sites healthy.
5. Use AI to speed up — code, content and fixes.
6. Build a portfolio — live sites clients can see.

AI Tools You Will Use

• Elementor AI — generate layouts and copy.
• ChatGPT / Claude — code snippets and debugging.
• GitHub Copilot — custom code faster.
• Canva — graphics for sites.