Remote Staff Remote Staff Remote Staff Remote Staff
  • Home
  • Jobs
  • Our Services
  • About Us
  • Blog
  • Podcast
  • Testimonials
  • FAQ
  • Sign Up
  • Log in
Remote Staff Remote Staff
  • Home
  • Jobs
  • Our Services
  • About Us
  • Blog
  • Podcast
  • Testimonials
  • FAQ
  • Sign Up
  • Log in
Nov 25

8 Essential Skills to Become a Sought-after WordPress Developer

  • November 25, 2021
  • Leandro Eclipse
  • No Comments
  • Skills

For almost all businesses, an online presence is crucial to being profitable. Everyone is hooked on their laptops and mobile devices that you should be able to grab their attention while at it. That’s why there are thousands of websites created every day to reel the customers into purchasing. In fact, that’s around 252,000 websites around the globe every single day. Talk about demand!

Out of the millions worldwide, what do companies use as their website platform? WordPress comes to mind. And if you’re looking for online jobs, there are a lot of WordPress developer opportunities you can nab today.

 

What’s a WordPress Developer_

What’s a WordPress Developer?

In a nutshell, WordPress developers specialize in the WordPress platform to create websites, plugins, themes, and more. They can create websites for clients from scratch. Or improve the stability and customization of the current website with plugins and themes.

According to statistics, it’s one of the most used platforms in the world with:

  • 409 million people viewing 21.2 billion WP pages each month
  • 337,200 of the top 1 million websites are WP-based
  • 661 new WordPress sites go live every day

If you become a WordPress developer, you will surely get opportunities here and abroad.

Web Developer salary

Here is the average salary for WordPress developers, depending on the skill level.

But with the many talents available, how do you set yourself apart from the competition? Here are 8 essential skills to become a sought-after WordPress developer.

 

Coding Skills

Coding Skills

Web development is complicated. You need to know the technicals to create professional websites and upgrades for your clients. With this, you should have the following coding skills in your arsenal. Some are:

  • CSS
  • PHP
  • HTML
  • My SQL
  • Javascript

You might be an expert with one of the following, depending on your specialization. You can be focused on:

  • Core Development
  • Theme Development
  • Plugin Development

It might even extend to other languages as well if the project needs it. Make sure to be adept in this aspect to create the best output for their businesses.

 

Basic Graphic Design

Basic Graphic Design

Websites are your online storefront for your clients. Imagine going to a physical store that is not exactly pleasing to the eye. Most likely, you’ll leave in an instant.

That’s why as WordPress developers, you should also have basic graphic design skills to complement your craft. You should know what’s aesthetically pleasing and its limitations in coding. In this way, you can complement your client’s preferred design with optimized backend code.

 

UI_UX Design

UI/UX Design

Other than how you see a website, functionality is also crucial. That’s why you should create a website with a great User Interface/User Experience (UI/UX) Design.

It should be easy to navigate with complementing elements on the screen. It should also be responsive and take fewer steps as possible to reach your conversion. In this way, they can enjoy engaging on your website while availing of your services.

 

Basic SEO

Basic SEO

Who likes free advertising? Your client does! And you will grant their wish with Search Engine Optimization (SEO).

Basically, SEO is specific rules and practices for websites based on the search engine’s algorithm so that they can rank for specific keywords. You should keep this in mind, at least the basic ones, to set a website that can accommodate crucial SEO elements.

 

Mobile-Ready Websites

Mobile-Ready Websites

People are glued to their phones. With its functionality, it’s almost part of who we are today. With this, your website should also be mobile-friendly.

Have you checked the design to see if it fits a typical mobile phone screen? Are there elements that still make sense in mobile browsers?

You should keep this in mind to create the best experience for your client-to-be in the long run.

 

Quality Assurance

Quality Assurance

More often than not, you will have problems with the codes moving forward. And it’s normal as there’s no perfect website. But it doesn’t mean that you will leave it all to chance.

You should have the quality assurance skills to check your work. With this, you can test and discover vulnerabilities in the onset so that it won’t affect future operations moving forward.

 

Collaboration Skills

Collaboration Skills

You will not be working alone. You will be with a team of programmers, writers, graphic designers, project managers, and more to create the best output possible.

Do you know how to communicate and collaborate with people online? It should be a skill in your arsenal to bring out all the best ideas from your team and apply them to your tasks.

 

Up-to-date

Up-to-date

The tech world is changing every day. What we know now might not be the best practices in the future. That’s why you should be up-to-date with the latest happenings in your field.

Luckily, WordPress has one of the largest communities in the world. You can browse through their forums for all the updates and current innovations on the platform.

You can also follow thought leaders and different professional Facebook groups to be in the loop with advancements in WordPress.

 

Conclusion

Are you ready to become a sought-after WordPress developer? With the skills above, you will surely have the edge over other applicants!

If you are looking for opportunities in this field, check our job boards for more information. Cheers!

Facebook Comments

Disclaimer: The above article was written according to the information available as of press time.
All opinions and beliefs expressed herein do not necessarily reflect those of Remote Staff's, its employees, subcontractors, clients, and affiliates.


  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Tumblr
  • Pinterest
  • LinkedIn
  • E-Mail

About The Author

Miko Eclipse is a digital nomad writer who advocates that every Filipino can be a remote worker. Learn as he writes about productivity tips and relevant remote working skills for the modern remote worker today.

Leave a reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

twelve − six =

Recent Posts

  • The Pros and Cons of Getting Side Hustles
  • Gain Financial Independence Through the Right Budgeting Method
  • 7 Energizing Alternatives to Coffee That You Should Try
  • Want to Be Financially Secure? Here is a List of Financial Goals to Guide Your Journey.
  • 4 Main Benefits of Being a Work-At-Home Mom

Archives

  • January 2023
  • December 2022
  • November 2022
  • October 2022
  • September 2022
  • August 2022
  • July 2022
  • June 2022
  • May 2022
  • April 2022
  • March 2022
  • February 2022
  • January 2022
  • December 2021
  • November 2021
  • October 2021
  • September 2021
  • August 2021
  • July 2021
  • June 2021
  • May 2021
  • April 2021
  • March 2021
  • February 2021
  • January 2021
  • December 2020
  • November 2020
  • October 2020
  • September 2020
  • August 2020
  • July 2020
  • June 2020
  • May 2020
  • April 2020
  • March 2020

What's Trending

  • Want to Become in-demand in an Online ASP Job? Here’s How.
  • How to Register to SSS, PAGIBIG, and Philhealth as a Remote Worker
  • What’s the Best Computer Specs for Work-from-home and Remote Working?
  • Ultimate Guide: How to File Your Taxes as a Freelancer or Remote Worker in the Philippines
  • Got No Internet? Here are 5 Pocket Wifi Options You Can Use As Back-Up
  • Honesty is the Best Policy: Examples of Lying in Job Interviews and Why they’re a Bad Idea.
  • 45 High-Paying Online Jobs You Can Apply For to Earn at Home in the Philippines
  • Equality for All: Some of the Laws Concerning PWD Employment in the Philippines
  • Ultimate Guide: Comprehensive List of Benefits you can get from SSS as a Remote worker or Freelancer
  • Why You Need to Complete Your Remote Staff Profile (Plus a Step-by-Step Video On How to Do It)
  • Contact Us

    info@remotestaff.ph

    Office headquarters

    Remote Staff, Inc.
    Level 29 Joy Nostalg Centre
    17 ADB Avenue, Ortigas Centre
    Pasig City, 1600
    Philippines

    Links

    • Home
    • Blog
    • About Us
    • FAQ
    • Jobs
    • Privacy Policy
    • Fair Equitable Contracting Policy
    © Copyright Remote Staff - 2023