Wordpress Flashcards
What is WordPress? How safe is a website on WordPress?
WordPress: A popular open-source content management system (CMS) used for creating websites and blogs.
Safety: WordPress can be safe if regularly updated, secured with strong passwords, and protected with security plugins.
What are the positive aspects of WordPress? Are there any limitations to a WordPress website?
Positive Aspects:
User-friendly interface.
Extensive themes and plugins.
SEO-friendly.
Large community support.
Limitations:
Can be slow with too many plugins.
Security vulnerabilities if not maintained.
Learning curve for advanced features.
What are the disadvantages of WordPress?
Security Risks: Vulnerable to hacking if not updated.
Performance Issues: Can become slow with excessive plugins.
Customization Complexity: Advanced customization may require coding knowledge.
Frequent Updates: Regular updates can be time-consuming.
What are the rules that you have to follow for WordPress plugin development?
- Use unique prefixes for functions and classes.
- Follow WordPress coding standards.
- Ensure security practices (e.g., data validation).
- Provide proper documentation.
- Test for compatibility with different WordPress versions.
Why is a static front page used in WordPress and how can you create one?
Purpose: A static front page provides a consistent landing page for visitors.
Creation: Go to Settings > Reading, select “A static page,” and choose the desired page for the front.
What are the differences between Posts and Pages in WordPress?
Posts: Time-sensitive content, displayed in reverse chronological order, can be categorized and tagged.
Pages: Static content, not time-sensitive, used for essential information (e.g., About, Contact).
How to embed videos in WordPress?
Use the block editor to add a “Video” block or paste the video URL (e.g., from YouTube) directly into the editor. WordPress will automatically embed it.
Why is wordpress.com considered more secure than wordpress.org?
WordPress.com: Managed hosting with built-in security measures and automatic updates.
WordPress.org: Self-hosted, requiring users to manage their own security and updates.
What are the system requirements for installing WordPress?
PHP version 7.4 or higher.
MySQL version 5.7 or higher or MariaDB version 10.3 or higher.
HTTPS support.
Apache or Nginx web server.
What are the steps to follow for installing WordPress?
Download WordPress from the official website.
Upload files to your web server.
Create a MySQL database and user.
Configure wp-config.php with database details.
Run the installation script by accessing your site URL.
Explain the components shown on the Home screen of WordPress.
Dashboard: Overview of site activity, including recent posts and comments.
Posts: Quick access to create, edit, and manage blog posts.
Media: Manage uploaded files like images and videos.
Pages: Create and manage static pages.
Comments: View and moderate comments from visitors.
Appearance: Customize the site’s look and feel, including themes and menus.
Plugins: Manage installed plugins to extend functionality.
Users: Manage user accounts and roles.
Settings: Configure site settings, including general, writing, reading, and more.
How many types of users does WordPress have?
WordPress has six main user roles:
Administrator: Full access to all site features and settings.
Editor: Can publish and manage posts, including those of other users.
Author: Can publish and manage their own posts.
Contributor: Can write and manage their own posts but cannot publish them.
Subscriber: Can manage their profile and read content.
**Super Admin: **Manages multiple sites in a WordPress Multisite installation.
What steps would you take if a WordPress site is hacked?
Change Passwords: Immediately change passwords for all user accounts, especially admin.
Scan for Malware: Use security plugins to scan the site for malware and vulnerabilities.
Restore Backup: If available, restore the site from a clean backup.
Update Everything: Ensure WordPress core, themes, and plugins are updated to the latest versions.
Check User Accounts: Review user accounts for any unauthorized users and remove them.
Secure the Site: Implement security measures such as firewalls, security plugins, and regular backups.
