If you’ve been using WordPress and WooCommerce for a while, you may have heard about the REST API. This feature can open up a whole new world of possibilities for your eCommerce site, but it can be difficult to know where to start. Thankfully, with the help of a modern REST API client and some simple commands, it’s easy to start using your WooCommerce data in new and exciting ways. This includes creating a headless e-commerce setup or native mobile applications. In this article, we’ll share a practical guide to getting started with the REST API. We’ll walk you through […]

When looking for a place to host your website, you might weigh the decision of using managed WordPress hosting vs a VPS (Virtual Private Server) setup. On paper, both sound like good options, promising speed, security, privacy, and everything else you need. So, is there a big difference? Which of these is the best option for you? That’s something we want to find out in this article. In the following, we will pit managed WordPress hosting vs VPS, learn about their differences, pros and cons, and what’s most suitable for what kind of users. Let’s get going! Managed WordPress Hosting […]

Welcome to Press This, the WordPress community podcast from WMR. Here host David Vogelpohl sits down with guests from around the community to talk about the biggest issues facing WordPress developers. The following is a transcription of the original recording. David Vogelpohl: Hello everyone and welcome to Press This the WordPress community podcasts on WMR. This is your host, David Vogelpohl, I support the WordPress community through my role at WP Engine, and I love to bring the best of the community to you hear every week on press this as a reminder, you can find me on Twitter @wpdavidv, […]

A headless Content Management System (CMS) can give you greater control over your online presence. However, you’ll need to create a front end for it so users can interact with it. This is where a headless setup can quickly become far more complicated than a traditional website builder. Thankfully, there are frameworks that can help you create a beautiful front end for your headless WordPress configuration. This is where Frontity comes in. Designed specifically with WordPress in mind, this React framework has lots to offer your headless website or web app. In this article, we’ll explore what this framework is, […]

Blogging is a rewarding hobby that may have turned into your career. Visitors regularly stop by your website through new posts and email newsletters, but there’s another way you can expand your audience. This guide explains how to create a podcast for your WordPress blog and use the hosting site to your advantage. Podcasting is a relatively new industry that continues to boom. Listeners tune in on all devices to hear from their favorite experts and public figures. Thanks to these tips that even new bloggers can implement, you’re about to become the next best podcast in the market. 1. […]

Building a successful website that you’re proud of is no small feat. Whether it’s a blog, lead generation site, or eCommerce shop, it takes a lot of time and effort to get it where you want it to be. Unfortunately, you won’t get very far without proper WordPress maintenance. Performing regular maintenance tasks is a crucial component of running any successful site. Being diligent in developing and following a plan can help you avoid more significant issues down the road. In this post, we’ll discuss why website maintenance is essential. Then we’ll share three tips for how to develop a […]

Headless WordPress: If you haven’t heard of it yet, you will soon. The new and unique way of utilizing the ever-adaptive CMS is exploding in popularity, with a growing list of examples in the wild. You may be tempted to jump right on the bandwagon. However, the use cases for headless WordPress are not unlimited. So what is headless WordPress, and what about it has the WordPress community so interested? In short, WordPress is based on PHP and a bit of Javascript, which you were stuck with in the past. Its back end and front end are connected, and for […]

Welcome to Press This, the WordPress community podcast from WMR. Here host David Vogelpohl sits down with guests from around the community to talk about the biggest issues facing WordPress developers. The following is a transcription of the original recording. David Vogelpohl: Hello everyone and welcome to Press This the WordPress community podcasts on WMR. This is your host, David Vogelpohl, I support the WordPress community through my role at WP Engine, and I love to bring the best of the community to you hear every week on press this as a reminder, you can find me on Twitter @wpdavidv, […]

Since it powers over 40 percent of the web, WordPress is a popular target for attacks. If a hacker manages to break into one WordPress website, they potentially have the key to millions of others – including yours. Part of keeping your site safe is understanding the risks. As a website owner, this may seem like a daunting subject. However, once you know what you’re up against, you can take the necessary steps to defend your site. In this article, we’ll discuss the importance of securing your WordPress site, and explore four of the biggest threats against it. Along the […]

Welcome to Press This, the WordPress community podcast from WMR. Here host David Vogelpohl sits down with guests from around the community to talk about the biggest issues facing WordPress developers. The following is a transcription of the original recording. David Vogelpohl: Hello everyone and welcome to Press This the WordPress community podcasts on WMR. This is your host, David Vogelpohl, I support the WordPress community through my role at WP Engine, and I love to bring the best of the community to you hear every week on press this as a reminder, you can find me on Twitter @wpdavidv, […]