Create WP Plugin

This skeleton repository provides a structured starting point for developers building WordPress plugins. It includes a base plugin file, autoloaded PHP classes, unit tests powered by PHPUnit, and front-end assets compiled via Webpack. Continuous Integration workflows are pre-configured to run tests and build assets, and they automatically create a *-built branch for releases.

Key features and benefits:

• Pre-configured CI/CD: GitHub Actions workflows run PHP and JavaScript tests, lint code, and build front-end assets. The release workflow automatically tags new versions and creates a built branch with compiled assets.
• Front-end asset pipeline: Webpack compiles JavaScript and CSS from the entries directory into the build folder. Entry points can include an index.php file for enqueueing scripts, and the create-entry and create-slotfill commands scaffold new entry points or slotfills.
• Meta registration via JSON: Post and term meta can be registered using JSON files in the config directory, following a schema from the Mantle framework. This avoids writing repetitive PHP registration code.
• Dynamic block scaffolding: The create-block command generates custom block assets in the blocks/ directory, including block registration and script creation. Blocks are enqueued automatically via the load_scripts() function.
• Testing and linting: PHPUnit tests are located in the tests directory and run via composer test. JavaScript tests use Jest, and linting uses ESLint. The setup supports both unit and integration testing.