Plugin Basics
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What is Plugin Basics?
WordPress plugins are essentially bundles of code that you can upload to your WordPress site to extend its functionality. They allow you to add new features, modify existing ones, or integrate with third-party services without having to directly edit the core WordPress files. Think of them as apps for your website, enabling you to customize and enhance your site's capabilities with ease.
Free resources to learn Plugin Basics
- Official docsWhat is a plugin?
- Official docsPlugins
- Official docsPlugin Catalog
- ArticleWhat is a WordPress plugin: A comprehensive guide for beginners
- VideoWhat is a WordPress Plugin?
More in stage 16: Licensing & Updates
Plugin Basics: common questions
Can I learn Plugin Basics in Hindi?
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Is this Plugin Basics tutorial for beginners?
It is lesson 42 of 115 in the free WordPress roadmap, in stage 16, Licensing & Updates. If you are new to WordPress, start from stage 1 and come back here in order; if you already know the earlier stages, this lesson stands on its own.