WordPress Interview Questions and Answers

This section covers frequently asked WordPress interview questions.

32. Converting Categories to Tags.

(This section would detail how to convert categories to tags and vice versa in WordPress, potentially mentioning plugins that facilitate this conversion.)

33. Tags in WordPress.

Tags are used to categorize posts based on specific keywords or topics. Unlike categories, a post can have multiple tags.

34. Categories vs. Tags.

Feature Categories Tags
Purpose Broad categorization Specific keyword tagging
Number per Post At least one Multiple

35. WordPress User Roles.

WordPress user roles define access permissions:

  • Administrator: Full access.
  • Editor: Manages content.
  • Author: Creates and manages their own posts.
  • Contributor: Can create posts (needs approval to publish).
  • Subscriber: Can manage their profile and subscriptions.
  • Follower: Can only read and comment.
  • Viewer: Similar to Follower.

36. WordPress Themes.

Themes control the visual appearance (layout, styling) of a WordPress site.

37. Selecting a WordPress Theme.

(This section provides guidance on choosing a theme, emphasizing factors like simplicity, responsiveness, plugin compatibility, and SEO friendliness.)

38. Custom vs. Normal Themes.

(This section describes the differences between custom-built themes and pre-built themes, mentioning their respective advantages and disadvantages.)

39. Free vs. Paid WordPress Themes.

(This section would outline differences between free and paid themes regarding features, support, and potential conflicts.)

40. WordPress Plugins.

Plugins extend WordPress functionality. They add features or modify existing ones.

41. Missing Plugin Menu.

The plugin menu might be missing on free WordPress.com sites or if the user doesn't have administrator privileges.

42. Plugins for Contact Forms.

(Examples: Gravity Forms, Contact Form 7.)

43. Themes vs. Plugins.

Themes control the look and feel; plugins add or modify functionality.

44. Updating a WordPress Site.

WordPress provides a one-click update mechanism. Manual updates involve downloading and uploading the latest files.

45. Securing a WordPress Site.

Security measures include:

  • Choosing a reputable hosting provider.
  • Using strong passwords.
  • Enabling two-factor authentication.
  • Limiting login attempts.
  • Using SSL (HTTPS).
  • Keeping WordPress, themes, and plugins updated.

46. Resetting a WordPress Password.

(This section outlines various methods for resetting a WordPress password—using the dashboard, email, phpMyAdmin, or a password reset plugin.)

47. Optimizing WordPress Site Performance.

(This section details optimization techniques, such as using a CDN, caching plugins, simple themes, and regular updates.)

48. Template Tags.

Template tags are functions used in WordPress themes to display dynamic content.

49. Meta Tags in WordPress.

Meta tags provide information about a page or website (title, description, keywords).

50. Custom Fields.

Custom fields allow adding additional metadata to posts.

51. Backing Up a WordPress Site.

Back up both the website files and the database.

52. Importance of Backups.

Backups allow restoring your website in case of data loss or site failure.

53. Backing Up WordPress Root Files.

(This section describes backing up crucial files like `wp-content` and `wp-config.php`.)

54. Backing Up the WordPress Database.

(This section would detail steps to export the WordPress database using phpMyAdmin or other database tools.)

55. WordPress Licensing.

WordPress is licensed under the GPLv2 (GNU General Public License).

56. What is GNU?

GNU (GNU's Not Unix) is a free and open-source software project aiming to create a complete Unix-like operating system. The GNU General Public License (GPL) is a widely used open-source license.