WordPress

In software development and deployment, these terms describe distinct phases or approaches to preparing and adapting applications for use.

Setup

Setup refers to the initial preparation process that readies software for execution, often through a wizard or script. It typically checks system requirements, creates necessary files or folders, and performs basic configurations like adding shortcuts or environment variables. Setup and installation are frequently used interchangeably, though setup emphasizes the preparatory steps.wikipedia+2​

Install

Installation involves copying software files to a target system and integrating them for usability, such as updating registries or linking services. This process ensures the program runs correctly, often following setup checks for conflicts or prerequisites. It may include automated elements like driver integration or scheduled updates.wikipedia+2​

Configure

Configuration adjusts existing software settings, parameters, or options without modifying source code, such as tweaking databases or user permissions. It requires minimal technical expertise and focuses on adapting the software to specific environments or needs. This step often occurs post-installation to optimize performance.eluminoustechnologies+1​

Custom

Custom software involves modifying or extending an off-the-shelf application to meet particular requirements, typically by altering code or adding features. Unlike basic configuration, it demands development skills and goes beyond standard settings. It bridges ready-made tools and fully bespoke solutions.testrigor+1​

Bespoke

Bespoke software is built from scratch to precisely fit unique business needs, often called tailor-made or custom development. It contrasts with generic software by incorporating direct stakeholder input during design, coding, testing, and deployment. This approach ensures seamless integration without workflow changes.ulam+2​

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WordPress Themes

Themes control the visual design and layout of your WordPress site. They determine how your content is displayed to visitors, including colors, typography, page layouts, and overall aesthetics. You can switch themes without losing your content.

WordPress Topics/Content Organization

WordPress organizes content primarily through:

1. Categories – Broad groupings for your posts (e.g., “Travel”, “Food”, “Technology”)
2. Tags – Specific keywords that describe post details (e.g., “recipe”, “paris”, “tutorial”)
3. Custom Taxonomies – Custom classification systems you can create for specialized content organization

Common WordPress Concepts

• Posts – Time-sensitive content (blog entries, news articles)
• Pages – Static content (About, Contact, Services pages)
• Plugins – Add-ons that extend WordPress functionality
• Widgets – Small blocks of content for sidebars and footers
• Media Library – Storage for images, videos, and documents

Are you looking to:

• Build a WordPress site or plugin?
• Learn about WordPress development?
• Understand a specific WordPress feature?
• Create something WordPress-related?

Core WordPress Concepts

Content Types

• Posts – Blog entries and time-sensitive content that appear in reverse chronological order
• Pages – Static content like “About Us”, “Contact”, or “Services” pages
• Custom Post Types – Specialized content types (e.g., portfolios, testimonials, products)

Organization & Taxonomy

• Categories – Hierarchical groupings for posts (can have parent/child relationships)
• Tags – Non-hierarchical keywords for describing post content
• Custom Taxonomies – Custom classification systems for organizing content

Design & Appearance

• Themes – Control the visual design and layout of your entire site
• Templates – Individual PHP files that control specific page layouts
• Widgets – Modular content blocks for sidebars, footers, and widget areas
• Menus – Navigation structures for your site

Functionality

• Plugins – Extensions that add features and functionality to WordPress
• Hooks – Actions and filters that let developers modify WordPress behavior
• Shortcodes – Special tags that embed complex content (e.g., )

Media & Assets

• Media Library – Central repository for images, videos, PDFs, and other files
• Featured Images – Primary images associated with posts/pages

Users & Permissions

• Roles – User permission levels (Administrator, Editor, Author, Contributor, Subscriber)
• Capabilities – Specific permissions assigned to each role

Technical Architecture

• WordPress Core – The main WordPress software
• Database – MySQL/MariaDB database storing content, settings, and user data
• wp-content – Folder containing themes, plugins, and uploads
• Functions.php – Theme file for adding custom functionality

WordPress Content Structure

Content Types (what you create/store):

1. Posts – Blog entries, news articles
2. Pages – Static content pages
3. Custom Post Types – Specialized content like portfolios, testimonials, products, events, etc.

Archives (how content is displayed):

Archives aren’t actually a content type – they’re views or display templates that show collections of content. Think of them as organizational pages that WordPress automatically generates.

Types of Archives:

• Category Archives – All posts in a specific category
• Tag Archives – All posts with a specific tag
• Date Archives – Posts from a specific month/year
• Author Archives – All posts by a specific author
• Custom Post Type Archives – All items of a custom post type (e.g., all portfolio items)

The Key Difference

• Content Types = What you create and store (Posts, Pages, Custom Post Types)
• Archives = How WordPress displays collections of that content

So the accurate breakdown would be:

Content Types: Posts, Pages, Custom Post Types
Display Methods: Single views, Archives, Search results, Homepage