Git and Theme Development Workflow
Use Git branches and tags for professional theme development.
Tag: WordPress
Theme Unit Testing
Add automated checks for theme helpers and critical template logic where practical.
Theme Documentation
Document setup steps, template structure, and customization options for users.
Creating Free and Pro Themes
Plan free vs pro theme features without trapping user content.
Theme Licensing
License WordPress themes under GPL-compatible terms for directory distribution.
Theme Update System
Support updates via WordPress.org or a commercial updater for premium themes.
Translation and Internationalization in Themes
Make all user-facing strings translatable with a text domain.
Multilingual Theme Compatibility
Ensure themes work with WPML, Polylang, and translated menus/content.
Browser Compatibility Testing
Test themes across Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge on desktop/mobile.
WordPress Version Compatibility for Themes
Declare and test the minimum WordPress version your theme supports.