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Features

Covers Block Theme (FSE) + Classic Theme development paths
WordPress templating: template hierarchy, parts, patterns, theme.json
Dynamic content with The Loop, WP_Query, template tags
Proper asset loading: wp_enqueue_style() / wp_enqueue_script()
Customization: menus, sidebars, widgets, custom logo, post thumbnails
Theme quality: security, escaping, accessibility, performance
Mini project: build a complete theme (home, single, page, archive, 404, search)

Target audiences

Front-end developers (HTML/CSS/JS) moving into WordPress
Freelancers building client themes (marketing sites, blogs, small business sites)
Developers maintaining or customizing existing WordPress themes
Agencies training juniors on theme standards and workflows
Designers who want to turn Figma layouts into WordPress theme

Requirements

Solid HTML/CSS fundamentals; basic JavaScript is helpful
Basic PHP fundamentals (variables, arrays, functions, includes)
A local WordPress environment (LocalWP, XAMPP/MAMP, Docker)
Code editor (VS Code recommended) + browser dev tools
Optional but useful: Git and WP‑CLI

Curriculum

4 Sections
16 Lessons
10 Weeks

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Module 1 — WordPress Theme Fundamentals (How Themes Work)
5
Module 2 — Theme Assets, Layout, and Reusable Parts
5
Module 3 — Dynamic Content, Custom Queries, and Theme Quality
5
Module 4 — Modern Block Themes (FSE) + Production Workflow
5

FAQs

Should I learn Block Themes or Classic Themes first?

If you’re starting fresh in 2026, prioritize Block Themes + theme.json for new builds, but learn Classic Theme basics because many existing sites still use them.

Do I need to be a PHP expert to build themes?

You need solid PHP fundamentals for classic themes and for registering features/patterns in block themes. You don’t need advanced OOP at first, but you must understand templates, functions, and escaping.

How do I add “features” like custom post types—theme or plugin?

Usually plugin. Custom post types and business logic should remain if the theme changes, so they shouldn’t be locked into a theme.

What are the most common beginner mistakes in theme development?

Hardcoding assets (not enqueueing), skipping escaping, mixing functionality into themes, and not testing template hierarchy (leading to wrong templates loading).

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