Learn WORDPRESS-PHP-PLUGINS with Real Code Examples
Updated Nov 26, 2025
Architecture
PHP-based backend executing WordPress core
MySQL/MariaDB database stores content and settings
Themes render frontend via template hierarchy
Plugins hook into core via actions and filters
REST API exposes content for external apps
Rendering Model
PHP renders templates via theme hierarchy
Database queries fetch content (MySQL/MariaDB)
Plugins hook into core to extend features
REST API exposes content for external apps
Frontend output is HTML/CSS/JS
Architectural Patterns
MVC-like separation (loosely enforced)
Hook-based plugin system
Template hierarchy for frontend rendering
Database-driven content management
REST API for integrations
Real World Architectures
Corporate websites with multiple departments
WooCommerce e-commerce stores
Educational portals with LMS plugins
Membership and subscription sites
Media and news publishing sites
Design Principles
Open-source and extensible
Separation of content and presentation
Plugin-first extensibility
Customizable via themes and hooks
Community-driven improvements
Scalability Guide
Use caching (object and page caching)
Optimize database and queries
Minimize plugin load
Use CDN for static content
Consider multisite or headless setups for large networks
Migration Guide
Export/import database
Transfer wp-content/themes and plugins
Update wp-config.php for new environment
Validate plugin versions and PHP compatibility
Test site functionality after migration