Building WordPress Plugins with AI: From Idea to Deployment
Details
Ever had an idea for a plugin but felt stuck on the code? AI is changing that. In this virtual session, we'll walk through the full journey of building a WordPress plugin with AI as your coding partner—from first idea to a working, deployable plugin. Whether you're a seasoned dev or just plugin-curious, you'll see how AI can accelerate every step.
What we'll cover:
- Going from idea to plugin spec with AI's help
- Setting up proper plugin structure and headers
- Generating, refining, and debugging code with AI assistants
- Working with hooks, filters, and the WordPress APIs
- Smart prompting for clean, secure, standards-compliant code
- Testing your plugin and avoiding common pitfalls
- Packaging and deploying—plus a note on WordPress.org standards
- Where AI shines—and where you still need to know your stuff
Who should join:
Developers and builders curious about AI-assisted plugin development. Some familiarity with WordPress and basic coding concepts helps, but you don't need to be an expert—part of the point is how AI lowers the barrier. Come with your questions and plugin ideas.
How it works:
We'll meet over video with live demos and screen sharing so you can see the full workflow in action. There'll be plenty of time for discussion and Q&A.
What to have ready:
A stable internet connection and your curiosity. A laptop or desktop is recommended if you'd like to follow along or experiment. The meeting link will be sent to registered attendees beforehand.
Come build with the community and walk away knowing how to turn your plugin ideas into reality—faster than you thought possible.
