Hi everyone,
I'm a decent programmer with experience in C, Python, and a bit of Rust. While I'm not a professional, I can understand and write code fairly well.
A friend of mine, who is currently taking web development courses, asked me about the differences between using WordPress as a CMS and custom coding websites using unique back-end and front-end tech stacks. He is curious why some people focus solely on WordPress development, often without deep coding knowledge, while others, who are proficient with JavaScript frameworks, don't seem to earn as much in comparison.
Here are my thoughts on this topic:
- Client Needs and Ease of Use: Most businesses or clients want websites that effectively convert leads and can be easily managed by non-technical users. WordPress is user-friendly and quick to set up, making it an attractive option compared to custom-coded solutions.
- Ecosystem and Plugins: While WordPress has its limitations, it also boasts a robust ecosystem with plugins that can handle most customer needs, reducing the need to reinvent the wheel.
- Ease of Deployment: Hosting providers often offer straightforward deployment options for WordPress, whereas other solutions might require more technical knowledge and setup time.
- Coding Advantages: Knowing how to code can make templating and custom implementations more efficient. By creating reusable boilerplates, modules, and plugins, developers can streamline the process of getting new projects up and running.
My main question is:
What are the most significant limitations of WordPress compared to other frameworks, beyond its nature as a CMS?
- How is custom JavaScript, CSS, and HTML implemented in WordPress? Are there functionality limitations?
- Does the way WordPress handles database interactions pose any constraints?
- What are the true limitations of WordPress? While it is efficient and user-friendly for clients, I'm curious about the downsides and how developers address them.
I appreciate any insights or experiences you can share regarding the limitations of WordPress and how to work around them. Thank you!