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WPPG-NEXT

A robust starting point for creating high-performance, feature-rich WordPress plugins

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About WPPG-NEXT

WPPG-Next is the evolution of the WordPress plugin development process. As a seasoned developer, I’ve always relied on boilerplate generators to kickstart my plugin projects. Now, with WPPG-Next, I’ve taken that concept to a whole new level.

Stable version

1.2.0

WordPress Version

6.8

Last Update

05/28/2025

Key features of WPPG-Next include:

Flexible architecture to support plugins of any complexity

Streamlined workflow to eliminate routine tasks

Comprehensive file structure optimized for modern WordPress development

Enhanced starter functionality for rapid prototyping and development

How to use the WPPG-NEXT

1. Generate WordPress plugin

WPPG-NEXT will generate the skeleton files needed for any WordPress plugin. The full functionality of the plugin can be accessed either via a web interface.
To generate a plugin skeleton for WordPress, fill in all the fields in the form above and click the “Generate Plugin” button.

2. Installation

This starter plugin has been tested to work with WordPress 5.9 and newer.
Installation procedures:

  • – download the plugin template zip archive;
  • – unzip the plugin to wp-content/plugins folder;
  • – open git bash or another terminal in the plugin folder;
  • – type composer install to generate autoload files;
  • – go to plugins page in the admin panel and activate your plugin;
  • – start development.

Features

  • – Basic install and uninstall, activate and deactivate plugin hooks;
  • – During the generation of a new WordPress Plugin boilerplate, all the PHP classes and functions will be rewritten with a unique string created using your plugin name;
  • – Ability to separate your code to admin and frontend folders;
  • – Admin menu items and ability to create unlimited number of admin pages;
  • – Custom Post Type (ability to create a new post type and add new posts);
  • – Metaboxes examples (text, email, url, number int/float, select, checkboxes, radio buttons, textarea, image upload.);
  • – Custom database table creation;
  • – AJAX request examples;
  • – admin_enqueue_scripts, wp_enqueue_scripts and wp_localize_script examples;
  • – Custom table with search box, bulk actions, sorting, editing, remove, restore features (example how to extend WP_List_Table basic WordPress table framework);
  • – A set of examples of banners, icons, screenshots, readme.txt and license.txt files needed for uploading your plugin to the WordPress.org directory;
  • – The plugin boilerplate template has been designed to be easily expanded by adding new features;
  • – Added shortcode example;
  • – Added an example of block extending. Now you can add metadata to paragraph, title and button;
  • – JavaScript Development environment;
  • – React.js App example;

– Gutenberg blocks:

  • – Server Side Rendering
  • – Simple Text
  • – Simple Image
  • – Image Section
  • – Nested blocks
  • – Counter Section
  • – Content Slider
  • – Full width section
  • – Responsive spacer

– Next.js application

Here you can find an old version of the WPP Generator https://markomaksym.com.ua/wp-plugin-skeleton-generator/

Olena Theme

About Creator

Maksym Marko – the creator of WPPG-Next, brings over a decade of expertise in WordPress theme and plugin development to this cutting-edge tool. Drawing from his extensive experience, Maksym has distilled best practices and innovative techniques into WPPG-Next, creating a superior WordPress plugin boilerplate.

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About Creator

Maksym Marko – the creator of WPPG-Next, brings over a decade of expertise in WordPress theme and plugin development to this cutting-edge tool. Drawing from his extensive experience, Maksym has distilled best practices and innovative techniques into WPPG-Next, creating a superior WordPress plugin boilerplate.

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