Director of Engineering at Fueled
I build for the web and share what I learn.
I’ve worked in web development since 2005 and focused on WordPress since 2014. Today I lead the development of ElasticPress and SiteWatch at Fueled, still write code, and share practical lessons about technology, leadership, career, and remote work.

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Practical tutorials, technical deep dives, and notes on career, leadership, and remote work.
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The WordPress REST API
If you've never worked with the WordPress REST API, read this text because I'm SURE you'll want a small project just to play around with this fantastic WP…
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Improve your code with Early Return
Early Return (or guard clauses) is a simple way to improve your code readability. Instead of using nested ifs, simply…
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WP.org – Google Translate Browser Extension
Use Google Translate to help you translate WordPress.org themes and plugins.
Make WordPress Site Health reports easier to read
Paste a report from WordPress Site Health. Report Parser organizes the diagnostic data into a clearer view, entirely in your browser and without storing the report.
01Copy the report from Tools → Site Health → Info02Paste it into Report Parser03Review WordPress, theme, plugin, and server details by section
I like turning complex technical problems into practical lessons other people can use.
Felipe Elia
Director of Engineering at Fueled