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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.

LessonDescription
FoundationClean install + baseline benchmarking workflow
Theme SelectionChoose themes/builders with predictable CSS/JS and low CLS risk
Plugin AuditIdentify bloat, duplication, and high-impact plugins
Perfmatters BaselineA sensible starting configuration for asset optimization
Unused Features DisablingDisable WP features you do not use (safely)
Checklist & Cheat SheetOne-page checklist for a clean baseline