10 Useful WordPress Resources We Published In 2015

In 2015 alone, WordPress received four updates and grew a tremendous amount. Along with the continual introduction of new plugins and themes, and the launch of WordPress REST API, there was a lot to learn about WordPress in 2015. To further educate yourself, here are some helpful WordPress resources WP Engine published in 2015.

1. Scaling WordPress For High Traffic

   Can your WordPress site handle the masses? In this ebook, read about some smart tips and best practices for preparing your site for massive traffic and major success.

2. The Ultimate Guide To WordPress Plugins

   With more than 40,000 free plugins (that have been downloaded more than 1 billion times), selecting the right plugin for your WordPress site might seem like a daunting task. Torque and WP Engine teamed up to narrow it down to some select plugins in several key categories. Take a look at this ebook for help choosing the right plugin(s) to extend the functionality of your site.

3. The Untechnical Guide To The WordPress REST API

   The WordPress REST API isn’t just important for developers. In this white paper, take an untechnical look at the WP REST API and find out why it’s one of the most groundbreaking developments in WordPress history, even for non-developers.

4. Torque’s Ultimate Guide To The WP REST API

   And if you’re more advanced, dig deeper into the WP REST API with this ebook covering all you need to know about what this tool brings to the table for developers, along with some examples of how you can use it. The ebook’s author, Josh Pollock, also joined us for a webinar examining the WP REST API and practical uses for it. You can watch that webinar here.

5. Maintain Control Of Your Code With Git

   What is Git and what function does it serve on WordPress? Read our in-depth white paper to learn all you need to know about Git and why it’s such a powerful developer tool. And if you’re hungry for more on Git, check out the recording of our Git webinar.

6. Develop Killer WordPress Sites On Your Terms

   Take a look at this white paper to learn about common WordPress development workflows, development tools to make your life easier, and more. And watch a replay of our WordPress development tools webinar to learn even more.

7. Intricate WordPress SEO Tips That Took Years To Learn

   Here’s a list of 20-plus WordPress SEO tips you might have not heard of yet. And while you’re at it, check out our roundup of a few SEO updates that were implemented in 2015 that could affect your site.

8. The 4 S’s Of Managed WordPress Hosting

   Your site’s success depends on some important factors…that is, the “4 S’s” of managed hosting. Check out our ebook to learn more about how the 4 S’s contribute to an amazing digital experience on WordPress.

9. 5 Super Simple Steps To Speed Up Your WordPress Site

   The speed of your site can make the difference between a sale or a sour user experience. Read this special report to learn simple ways you can improve the speed of your WordPress site.

10. Running A Contributor Blog: Best Practices And Smart Suggestions

    This ebook covers everything you need to know about using contributors on your WordPress blog so you can grow it to new heights of awesomeness.

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