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Notes from the field.

Practical writing on WordPress, WooCommerce, performance, automation and AI, including posts from the Codetrappers blog. Drawn from client work and from contributing to core.

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Oct 20, 2026

MCP servers for WordPress: letting AI agents work with your site safely

What the Model Context Protocol is, why it matters for WordPress, and how to expose site abilities to AI without giving away the keys.

AIMCPWordPress

2 min read

Oct 12, 2026

Headless WordPress: when it's worth it (and when it isn't)

A practical checklist for deciding whether to decouple WordPress with Next.js, drawn from real client projects.

HeadlessNext.jsArchitecture

2 min read

Sep 28, 2026

Getting a WooCommerce store into the green on Core Web Vitals

The changes that move LCP, INP and CLS on real stores, ranked by impact.

WooCommercePerformance

2 min read

Sep 9, 2026

WordPress + MCP: How AI Agents Can Manage Content, WooCommerce and Business Workflows

WordPress has grown a standard way to describe what it can do and a standard way to let an agent do it. Here is what has actually shipped, what has not, and what we learned running an MCP bridge against our own produc…

CodetrappersDevelopmentInnovationWooCommerce

Jun 10, 2026

Modern WordPress Development with Bedrock and Sage

Learn how WordPress, Bedrock, and Sage work together to create a structured, maintainable modern WordPress development workflow, and when the stack is worth using.

CodetrappersDevelopmentInnovation

Mar 24, 2026

WordPress 7.1: What It Means for Modern Websites

WordPress continues to evolve as one of the most powerful and flexible platforms for building websites. With the release of WordPress 7.1, the focus shifts toward…

CodetrappersDevelopmentInnovation

Jan 28, 2026

Building a Mobile App Experience Using WordPress Interactivity API, PWA, and Capacitor

Interactivity API + PWA + Capacitor WordPress is no longer just a blogging platform or a website builder. With the evolution of block-based architecture, the introduction…

CodetrappersInnovation

Dec 31, 2022

WordPress Developer’s Intro To Docker

As a WordPress developer, you may have heard of Docker and how it can be used to streamline the development process. But what exactly is Docker…

CodetrappersDevelopment

Dec 31, 2022

The mobile content consumption revolution is here: Apple News and WordPress (part 3 of 3)

The mobile content consumption revolution is here, and it’s being driven by platforms like Apple News and WordPress. In the first two parts of this series,…

CodetrappersDevelopment

Dec 30, 2022

Build Your WordPress Subscribers with Jetpack and Intercom

Welcome to the CodeTrappers blog! In today’s post, we’ll be discussing how you can build your WordPress subscribers list with Jetpack and Intercom. First, let’s start…

CodetrappersDevelopment

Dec 30, 2022

WordPress pricing debunked: How much does a WordPress website cost? How much for an e-commerce based on WordPress?

WordPress Pricing Debunked: How Much Does a WordPress Website Cost? If you’re considering building a website with WordPress, you may have heard that it’s a budget-friendly…

CodetrappersWooCommerce

Dec 30, 2022

WordPress Developer’s Intro To Docker, Part Two

Welcome to the second part of our series on introducing Docker to WordPress developers! In this article, we’ll be focusing on how to set up Docker…

CodetrappersDevelopment

Dec 30, 2022

Everything You Need To Do When Hiring A WordPress Developer

When it comes to building a website or updating an existing one, hiring a WordPress developer can be a great investment. WordPress is a popular content…

CodetrappersHiring tips

Dec 30, 2022

WP REST API: is this where we’re headed?

As a leading provider of WordPress development services, CodeTrappers is always on the lookout for new technologies and tools that can help us better serve our…

CodetrappersDevelopment

Dec 30, 2022

My WordPress Website is Down: How Can I Fix That?

If your WordPress website is down, it can be a frustrating and potentially damaging experience. Not being able to access your site can mean lost traffic,…

CodetrappersWordPress help

Dec 30, 2022

Minimalism in WordPress – enduring classic or passing trend?

Minimalism in WordPress: An Enduring Classic or Passing Trend? As the world becomes increasingly cluttered with distractions and noise, it’s no surprise that the minimalist movement…

CodetrappersDevelopment

Dec 30, 2022

The Bite-Sized Visual Guide To Fixing Your Most Common WordPress Issues

Welcome to the CodeTrappers’ Bite-Sized Visual Guide to Fixing Your Most Common WordPress Issues! As a WordPress user, it’s not uncommon to run into issues from…

CodetrappersWordPress help

Dec 30, 2022

Slow WooCommerce Search On A Large Store? Get Up To 867% Speed Increase With This Free Solution

Slow search functionality on a large WooCommerce store can be frustrating for both store owners and customers. Not only does it impact the user experience, but…

CodetrappersWooCommerce

Dec 29, 2022

How To Choose The Right WordPress Theme For Your Business

Are you looking to create a website for your business using WordPress, but feeling overwhelmed by the number of available themes? Choosing the right theme is…

CodetrappersDevelopment

Dec 29, 2022

Move Your WordPress Website To A New Domain Without Losing Your SEO Rankings

Moving your WordPress website to a new domain can be a daunting task, especially if you’re worried about losing your hard-earned SEO rankings in the process.…

CodetrappersSEO