Additional Resources

Below is a detailed list of external resources that come in handy when developing a WordPress site, testing site performance, and reviewing website security. This list also includes essential WordPress supplies that you might need in a pinch.

Essential WordPress Supplies

Common files & resources needed for a WordPress installation to function.

Default index.php file

Code for the index.php file which can be used in cases of corruption.

Sample wp-config file

Code for a sample wp-config.php file. Connects the WP files to its database.

Default .htaccess file

Code for a basic .htaccess file can be found below. This helps sub-pages load.

Latest WP releases

View the latest WordPress releases and download a copy of each version.

DB host values

See common database host values from different hosting providers.

Default 2022 theme

Download the WordPress 2022 theme for site use or troubleshooting.

Useful Security Tools

Review your site for vulnerabilities, viruses, and check the status of an SSL.

SiteCheck Scanner

A free website security check & malware scanner by Sucuri.

Blocklist & Virus Check

See if a domain is on a blocklist by VirusTotal.

Vulnerability Check

Scan your site for current vulnerabilities by WP Sec.

SSL Scanner

Check the SSL certificate validity with SSLShopper.

Google Report

See if a domain is being flagged by Google.

CLI WP Scanner

Scan your site for vulnerabilities by WPScan.

Helpful Performance Tools

Check website performance and review necessary steps to improve site speed.

PageSpeed Insights

Check site performance with Google’s website scanner.

WebPageTest

Test & optimize your site with WebPageTest.

GTMetrix

See how your site performs with GTMetrix.

Handy Development Tools

Explore website development and management tools when building a WordPress site.

Local WP

Easily develop a WordPress site locally with Local WP.

Adminer

Manage a WordPress database with Adminer.

Filezilla

Log into a site’s files via FTP with Filezilla.

Sublime

Modify WordPress files with Sublime, a free text editor.

Dropbox

Backup a WordPress site with Dropbox.

PHPMyAdmin

Manage a WordPress database with PHPMyAdmin.