Full-Stack Dev w/ AI Background Venturing into WordPress - Seeking AI/LLM Workflow Tips for Faster Custom Dev

Hey r/wordpress,

I'm a full-stack developer (2 + years exp: .NET/Angular, Blazor, Next) with a BSc in CompSci (AI spec) and currently doing an MSc in Business Development. I've been actively using LLMs (GPT, Claude, Gemini) since late 2022.

I have an opportunity to partner with a local WordPress developer part-time here in Hungary. The SME market heavily uses WordPress, and he has overflow client work. Just 2 projects a month could match my current full-time salary, which is a huge motivator for me (23yo) looking to eventually escape the corporate grind.

My Question:

Beyond standard themes/builders, how are you leveraging AI/LLMs to genuinely speed up custom WordPress development?

  • Any effective LLM integrations with builders (Elementor, Bricks, etc.) or dev environments?
  • Using AI for custom PHP snippets, debugging, custom block logic, or plugin development assistance?
  • What specific AI tools/workflows actually save you time on the more technical side of WP development?

I'm keen to combine my AI interest with WordPress to be as efficient as possible. Any practical tips or tool recommendations for speeding up the non-template parts of the job would be fantastic.

Thanks!

Hey r/wordpress,

I'm a full-stack developer (2 + years exp: .NET/Angular, Blazor, Next) with a BSc in CompSci (AI spec) and currently doing an MSc in Business Development. I've been actively using LLMs (GPT, Claude, Gemini) since late 2022.

I have an opportunity to partner with a local WordPress developer part-time here in Hungary. The SME market heavily uses WordPress, and he has overflow client work. Just 2 projects a month could match my current full-time salary, which is a huge motivator for me (23yo) looking to eventually escape the corporate grind.

My Question:

Beyond standard themes/builders, how are you leveraging AI/LLMs to genuinely speed up custom WordPress development?

  • Any effective LLM integrations with builders (Elementor, Bricks, etc.) or dev environments?
  • Using AI for custom PHP snippets, debugging, custom block logic, or plugin development assistance?
  • What specific AI tools/workflows actually save you time on the more technical side of WP development?

I'm keen to combine my AI interest with WordPress to be as efficient as possible. Any practical tips or tool recommendations for speeding up the non-template parts of the job would be fantastic.

Thanks!