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Use wordpress-plugin-development to build [plugin purpose] in [plugin directory], with a maintainable plugin architecture, secure hooks and admin interface; document the supported WordPress/PHP versions and complete the documented quality gates before presenting the result.
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[plugin directory]
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name: wordpress-plugin-developmentdescription: "WordPress plugin development workflow covering plugin architecture, hooks, admin interfaces, REST API, security best practices, and WordPress 7.0 features: Real-Time Collaboration, AI Connectors, Abilities API, DataViews, and PHP-only blocks."category: granular-workflow-bundlerisk: safesource: personaldate_added: "2026-02-27"
WordPress Plugin Development Workflow
Detailed Guide
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When to Use This Workflow
Use this workflow when:
Creating custom WordPress plugins
Extending WordPress functionality
Building admin interfaces
Adding REST API endpoints
Integrating third-party services
Implementing WordPress 7.0 AI/Collaboration features
Limitations
Use this skill only when the task clearly matches the scope described above.
Do not treat the output as a substitute for environment-specific validation, testing, or expert review.
Stop and ask for clarification if required inputs, permissions, safety boundaries, or success criteria are missing.