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Module 9: Acf Testing And Cicd

Learning Focus

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

Module Contents

LessonFocusTime Estimate
Lesson 1: ACF Test Strategy, Fixtures, and Scenario MatrixBuild a realistic ACF testing strategy using fixtures and scenario matrices that reflect production behavior.30-45 min
Lesson 2: Automated Hook Tests with WP_UnitTestCaseImplement automated tests for ACF hooks to validate normalization, validation, and post-save synchronization behavior.30-45 min
Lesson 3: CI/CD Pipeline Quality Gates and Release ChecksEnforce automated quality gates for ACF schema changes, hook tests, and deployment smoke verification.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: ACF Test Strategy, Fixtures, and Scenario Matrix.