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How To Run Safe Database Queries In WordPress With $Wpdb
The global $wpdb object lets you query the WordPress database directly. Use it when the standard functions are not enough, and always use $wpdb->prepare() to protect against SQL injection.
How To Create Custom Urls In WordPress With Add_Rewrite_Rule
Rewrite rules map a pretty URL, like /deals/summer-sale/, to a query that WordPress understands. Use them when you need URLs that do not belong to a normal page, post or…
How To Schedule Tasks In WordPress With Wp-Cron
WP-Cron runs tasks on a schedule, like cleaning old data, syncing an API or sending a report. It does not use a real server cron. WordPress checks for due tasks…
How To Add Content Before Or After Posts With The The_Content Filter
The the_content filter runs every time WordPress prints the content of a post. Hook into it to add a call to action, an author box, an ad or any extra…
How To Add Settings To The WordPress Customizer
The Customizer lets site owners change theme options with a live preview. Add a section, a setting and a control with the customize_register hook, then read the saved value with…
