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WordPress Template Hierarchy Explained

WordPress Template Hierarchy

This post clears things up and explains how WordPress decides which file to load for a page, both in classic and block themes. I'll show where the templates go, what WordPress looks for first, and how it moves down the list when files are missing. If you're building or editing a theme, this is what you need to know first.

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Python vs Java: The Key Differences You Should Know

While it would be nice to flip open a laptop and begin to code, you have to think a lot about what language to use. This is true for both beginner and professional developers alike. For some projects, you won’t have this choice. However, if you have more freedom, you’ll want to compare Python vs Java. Both have power under the hood and intuitive syntax.

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An Introduction to WordPress Playground (Including Use Cases and Comments From Lead Dev)

WordPress Playground could be the answer to a lot of problems. For the longest time, there hasn’t been a solid way to showcase WordPress products such as themes or plugins without complex hosting and demo setups. Also, replicating an error is often a minefield for a support team. WordPress Playground is an in-browser version of the platform that could solve all of these issues.

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How to Use Sublime Text for WordPress Development

If you do any kind of development work, you probably have a favorite text editor. Sublime Text is one of the most popular text editors designed with coders in mind, so chances are you’ve heard about it. However, you might be wondering how to use Sublime Text for WordPress development.

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