Mukesh Kumar
Senior Web Developer | WordPress Specialist | Open-Source Enthusiast
Category Archives: WordPress
Actions vs. Filters in WordPress: A Beginner-Friendly Guide to Hooks

If you’ve ever wanted to add a feature or change a default behavior in WordPress, you might have been tempted to edit the theme or core plugin files directly. But there’s a much better, safer, and more professional way: using WordPress Hooks. Hooks are one of the foundational concepts that make WordPress so incredibly flexible….
WordPress.com vs WordPress.org Explained: Beginnerโs Guide to Choosing the Right Platform

If you’re looking to build a website, you’ve almost certainly heard of WordPress. Powering over 43% of all websites on the internet, it’s the world’s most popular Content Management System (CMS). But this popularity comes with a point of confusion for many beginners: the difference between WordPress.com and WordPress.org. They share the same name but…
My Favorite WordPress Tools as a WordPress Developer

As a WordPress developer with years of experience building everything from simple brochure sites to complex eCommerce platforms, I’ve learned one undeniable truth: your success isn’t just about how well you code. It’s about how efficiently and effectively you solve problems. And for that, you need the right set of tools. An artist needs their…
Mastering WordPress: User VS Developer – The CrucialDistinction You Need to Know!

Ever heard someone claim to be a “WordPress Developer” but struggle with basic coding questions? You’re not alone! There’s a common misconception about what truly defines a WordPress professional. Let’s clear the air and empower your next project. โ๐ง๐ต๐ฒ “๐ช๐ผ๐ฟ๐ฑ๐ฃ๐ฟ๐ฒ๐๐ ๐จ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ” (๐ก๐ผ-๐๐ผ๐ฑ๐ฒ/๐๐ผ๐-๐๐ผ๐ฑ๐ฒ ๐๐ป๐๐ต๐๐๐ถ๐ฎ๐๐) ๐ ๏ธ These incredible individuals leverage the power of WordPress’s user-friendly interface to:โโ Install…
In 13+ years of working with WordPress, Iโve noticed a pattern.

Many recruiters and hiring managers underestimate what a strong WP developer can actually do. To them, โWordPress developerโ often means: someone who installs themes, tweaks a few settings, and manages plugins. While that might be true to some level, hereโs what theyโre missing: 1. WordPress teaches full-stack thinkingA good WordPress developer isnโt just picking plugins….
WordPress Admin Access Denied: The Ultimate Troubleshooting Guide (Password, Plugin, & .htaccess Fixes)

The WP-Admin Nightmare: Why You Can’t Log In to Your WordPress Site Being locked out of your own WordPress dashboard (wp-admin) is one of the most frustrating experiences for any website owner. Whether you’re a seasoned developer or a new blogger, a sudden inability to log in can feel like a disaster, leading to lost…
13+ Years as a WordPress Freelancer: Lessons from 800+ Clients on Surviving the AI Era

After more than 13 years in the trenches as a WordPress freelancer, you start to see patterns. Iโve worked with over 800+ clients, launched what feels like 5,000 different sites from tiny one-page portfolios to sprawling e-commerce platforms and navigated every imaginable client request, project disaster, and market shift. That journey has been less of…
Will WordPress Ever Be Fully No-Code?

Have you ever wondered if building a website could one day be as simple as creating a presentation? This is the core promise of the “no-code” revolution, a movement democratizing technology for everyone. At the heart of this conversation is WordPress, the titan of the internet, powering over 43% of all websites. For years, people…