wp-plugin-starter-template-for-ai-coding/wiki/Installation-Guide.md

Installation Guide

This guide provides instructions for installing and setting up the WordPress Plugin Starter Template.

Prerequisites

Before installing the plugin, ensure you have:

• WordPress 5.0 or higher
• PHP 7.0 or higher
• A WordPress site with administrator access

Installation Methods

Method 1: From WordPress.org (For Released Plugins)

1. Log in to your WordPress admin dashboard.
2. Navigate to Plugins > Add New.
3. Search for "WordPress Plugin Starter Template".
4. Click Install Now next to the plugin.
5. After installation, click Activate.

Method 2: Manual Installation

1. Download the latest release from the GitHub repository.
2. Log in to your WordPress admin dashboard.
3. Navigate to Plugins > Add New.
4. Click the Upload Plugin button at the top of the page.
5. Click Choose File and select the downloaded ZIP file.
6. Click Install Now.
7. After installation, click Activate.

Method 3: Using as a Template for Your Plugin

1. Clone or download the repository:

   git clone https://github.com/wpallstars/wp-plugin-starter-template-for-ai-coding.git your-plugin-name
   

2. Navigate to your plugin directory:

   cd your-plugin-name
   

3. Rename files and update namespaces:

   • Rename wp-plugin-starter-template.php to your plugin name (e.g., your-plugin-name.php)
   • Update the namespace from WPALLSTARS\PluginStarterTemplate to your own
   • Update text domain from wp-plugin-starter-template to your own

4. Update plugin headers in the main PHP file.

5. Install dependencies:

   composer install
   

6. Upload the plugin to your WordPress site or use the local development script:

   ./scripts/deploy-local.sh
   

Post-Installation

After installing and activating the plugin, you should:

1. Review the plugin settings (if applicable).
2. Customize the plugin for your specific needs.
3. Update documentation to reflect your plugin's features.

Troubleshooting Installation Issues

If you encounter any issues during installation, please check the following:

1. Plugin Conflicts: Deactivate other plugins to check for conflicts.
2. Server Requirements: Ensure your server meets the minimum requirements.
3. File Permissions: Check that your WordPress installation has the correct file permissions.
4. Memory Limit: Increase PHP memory limit if you encounter memory-related errors.

Next Steps

After installation, refer to the Usage Instructions to learn how to use and customize the plugin.