Beyond PHP: 7 Essential Tech Skills to Future-Proof Your WordPress Career
Mastering JavaScript (and its Frameworks)
Why Vanilla JS is Still Fundamental
Introduction to React in WordPress
The Rise of Headless WordPress
Understanding the WordPress REST API
Getting Started with GraphQL
Advanced CSS and Preprocessors
Leveraging SASS/LESS for Cleaner Code
Modern CSS Layouts: Flexbox and Grid
Version Control with Git
Why Every Freelancer Needs Git
Collaborative Workflows with GitHub/GitLab
Database Management and Optimization
Beyond Standard WP_Query
Understanding MySQL and Database Indexing
Web Accessibility (a11y) Standards
The Importance of WCAG Compliance
Practical Tools for Auditing Accessibility
Command-Line Tools (WP-CLI)
Automating Repetitive Tasks
Custom Commands and Scripting
Conclusion
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