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Module 1: Acf Foundations And Setup

Learning Focus

Execute this module using code, WP-CLI, JSON/PHP schema files, and reviewable Git workflows.

Module Contents​

LessonFocusTime Estimate
Lesson 1: What ACF Is and When to Use ItUnderstand where ACF fits in WordPress and when structured fields outperform freeform editor content.30-45 min
Lesson 2: Installing ACF and Preparing EnvironmentsInstall and verify ACF Pro in a code and CLI workflow across local, staging, and production.30-45 min
Lesson 3: Field Groups, Location Rules, and Naming ConventionsDesign field groups and location logic that remain readable and maintainable over time.30-45 min

Why This Module Matters​

This module is written for CLI-first ACF Pro practitioners. Every lesson favors reproducible scripts, runtime checks, and deterministic schema operations over manual admin-only workflows.

What You Will Practice​

  • Implement ACF Pro workflows with PHP, WP-CLI, and shell commands.
  • Validate schema and runtime behavior using repeatable checks.
  • Apply production-safe patterns for migration, testing, and rollback.
  • Document operational outcomes in version-controlled artifacts.

Prerequisites For This Module​

  • ACF Pro active in the target environment.
  • Access to WP-CLI and project repository.
  • Staging environment for safe validation before production.

Next Step​

Continue to Lesson 1: What ACF Is and When to Use It.