WP Core Setup
WP core setup is where performance becomes a repeatable baseline: theme choices, plugin discipline, and a small set of configuration defaults that prevent bloat. Use this module when you want a consistent starting point for building and maintaining fast WordPress sites.
| Lesson | Description |
|---|---|
| Foundation | Clean install + baseline benchmarking workflow |
| Theme Selection | Choose themes/builders with predictable CSS/JS and low CLS risk |
| Plugin Audit | Identify bloat, duplication, and high-impact plugins |
| Perfmatters Baseline | A sensible starting configuration for asset optimization |
| Unused Features Disabling | Disable WP features you do not use (safely) |
| Checklist & Cheat Sheet | One-page checklist for a clean baseline |