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WP-CLI Integration

Integrate WP LLM with WP-CLI to automate and enhance your WordPress development workflow from the command line using AI.

Overview

WP-CLI integration with WP LLM provides:

  • Command-line code generation
  • Automated plugin and block scaffolding
  • Security and performance analysis
  • Batch operations and scripting

Installation

Prerequisites

  • WP-CLI installed
  • WP LLM API key
  • Node.js 18+

Steps

  1. Install WP LLM WP-CLI Plugin
    bash
    wp plugin install wp-llm-wpcli --activate
  2. Configure API Key
    bash
    wp llm set-api-key your-api-key-here
  3. Verify Installation
    bash
    wp llm status

Features

Code Generation

  • Generate code from the command line:
    bash
    wp llm generate "Create a custom post type for testimonials"
  • Output saved to file or printed to console

Block/Plugin Scaffolding

  • Scaffold a new block:
    bash
    wp llm scaffold block --name=hero-section
  • Scaffold a new plugin:
    bash
    wp llm scaffold plugin --name=custom-plugin

Code Analysis

  • Analyze code for security and performance:
    bash
    wp llm analyze plugin.php --type=security
wp llm analyze theme --type=performance

Scripting & Automation

  • Use in bash scripts for batch operations
  • Example:
    bash
    for file in $(ls *.php); do
  wp llm analyze $file --type=security
done

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

  • Plugin not found: Ensure plugin is installed and activated
  • API key issues: Re-run wp llm set-api-key
  • Network errors: Check internet connection

Debugging

  • Use --debug flag for verbose output
  • Check WP-CLI logs

Best Practices

  • Use clear, specific prompts
  • Review generated code before deploying
  • Keep API keys secure

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