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How will you manage configuration variables for different environments (development, staging, production)?

What are the different AWS products you will need to configure to make your deployment successful?

Resources:

• WordPress Hosting Options (WPBeginner)

• Deploying WordPress on AWS (AWS Docs)

Resources:

• Migrating WordPress Sites (Official Docs)

• File Transfer via FTP (FileZilla Guide)

Resources:

• WordPress Security Guide (Wordfence Blog)

• SSL for WordPress (Let’s Encrypt Guide)

Engage in normal development activities.

Activities:

1. Morning Development:

   • Finalize Deployment:

     • Double-Check Functionality:

       • Test all site features, including custom theme and plugin functionalities.

     • Fix Any Remaining Issues:

       • Address any bugs or errors found during testing.

   • Perform Final Testing:

     • Cross-Browser Testing:

       • Test the site on multiple browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari).

2. Presentation Preparation (1 hour):

   • Summarize Project Journey:

     • Outline the project's objectives, progress, and outcomes.

3. Deliver the Presentation (20 minutes):

   • Presentation Structure:

     • Introduction:
4. Afternoon Development:

   • Implement Feedback:

     • Address any immediate feedback from the presentation.

Resources:

• Tips for Effective Technical Presentations

• Live Demo Best Practices

Example Class Structure:

Benefits of OOP:

• Encapsulation of functionality.

• Easier maintenance and scalability.

Resources:

• PHP OOP Concepts

Use Namespaces and Autoloading:

• Organize Code Using Namespaces:

  • Add namespaces to your classes.

• Implement PSR-4 Autoloading:

  • Use Composer for autoloading classes.

    • Install Composer:

      • Download from .
• Resources:

Security Best Practices:

• Deep Dive into WordPress Security:

  • Further Hardening WordPress:

    • Change default table prefixes.

    • Disable file editing from the admin dashboard.

    • Limit login attempts.

  • Stay Updated:

    • Regularly update WordPress core, themes, and plugins.

  • Resources:

CDN availability.

Security Features:

• SSL certificates.

• Malware scanning.

• Firewall protection.

Customer Support:

• Availability of 24/7 support.

• Support channels (chat, phone, email).

Pricing Plans:

• Monthly vs. annual pricing.

• Introductory offers and renewal rates.

Performance:

• Servers optimized specifically for WordPress.

• Built-in caching and performance enhancements.

Security:

• Regular security updates.

• Proactive monitoring for vulnerabilities.

Complexity:

• Requires knowledge of server management.

• Setup can be more time-consuming.

Cost Considerations:

• Potentially lower costs at scale.

• Pay-as-you-go pricing model.

Budget Constraints:

• What is the acceptable cost per month/year?

Time Available for Setup:

• Is there time to manage servers, or is a managed solution preferable?

Make a Decision:

• Choose the hosting provider that best fits your project needs.

Select your WordPress database (e.g., wordpress_db).

Click on the Export tab.

Choose the Quick export method and format as SQL.

Click Go to download the database export file.

Create a new database (e.g., yourusername_wpdb).

Create a new database user and assign it to the database with all privileges.

Select the new database.

Click on the Import tab.

Choose the SQL file exported earlier and click Go to import.

Upload Files:

• Navigate to the public_html or www directory on the server.

• Upload all files and folders from your local WordPress directory.

Update the following lines with your server database credentials:

Update Site URLs:

• Add the following lines to temporarily define site URLs:

Troubleshoot Issues:

• Common Issues:

  • Database connection errors.

  • Missing files or permissions errors.

• Solutions:

  • Double-check database credentials in wp-config.php.

  • Ensure all files are uploaded.

Update WordPress Settings:

• In the WordPress admin dashboard, go to Settings > General.

• Update WordPress Address (URL) and Site Address (URL) to use https://.

Install and activate the plugin.

Configure Wordfence:

• Follow the setup wizard.

• Enable firewall and scan options.

• Configure login security settings.

Install and activate the plugin.

Configure Caching Options:

• Go to Settings > WP Super Cache.

• Enable Caching.

• Choose Simple caching method.

Advanced Settings (Optional):

• Configure CDN support if using a CDN.

• Enable compression.

Install and activate the plugin.

Bulk Optimize Images:

• Go to Media > Bulk Smush.

• Optimize existing images.

Enable Automatic Optimization:

• Configure settings to automatically optimize images on upload.

Minify CSS and JavaScript with Autoptimize:

• Install and activate the "Autoptimize" plugin.

• Go to Settings > Autoptimize.

• Enable options to optimize HTML, JavaScript, and CSS.

Use Google PageSpeed Insights:

• Visit PageSpeed Insights.

• Enter your site URL and analyze.

Review Recommendations:

• Identify areas for improvement.

• Implement suggestions as feasible.

Rehearse:

• Practice the presentation to ensure it fits within the 20-minute time limit.

Project Overview:

• Discuss the project's goals and scope.

Demonstration:

• Showcase the live site.

• Navigate through key features.

• Highlight custom theme and plugin functionalities.

Technical Deep-Dive:

• Explain complex components.

• Show relevant code snippets.

• Discuss challenges and how you overcame them.

Conclusion:

• Summarize accomplishments.

• Mention possible future improvements.

Engage with the Audience:

• Invite questions and feedback.

Run Composer Dump-Autoload:

Include Autoloader in Plugin: