James Kiarie
@jamesgreat on WordPress.org, @Jim on Slack
Bio
Current Job
Job History
misconfigurations — restoring site availability under tight timelines.
• Debugged White Screen of Death (WSOD) scenarios by enabling WP_DEBUG, reviewing PHP error logs, and systematically
deactivating plugins and themes to isolate root causes.
• Performed end-to-end performance audits using WP Rocket and Cloudflare CDN, achieving measurable improvements in
Core Web Vitals (LCP, CLS, FCP) for production client sites.
• Configured Cloudflare DNS records (A, CNAME, MX, TXT), page rules, and firewall settings; managed SSL certificate
provisioning and renewal to ensure continuous secure operation.
• Hardened WordPress installations against security threats using Wordfence: malware scanning, brute-force protection,
real-time IP blocking, and security audit remediation.
• Built and customised WordPress sites using child themes, custom hooks (actions/filters), CPTs etc.
Key Accomplishments
Interests
WordPress Origin Story
Contributions
- Member Since: October 19th, 2019
- Location: Nairobi, Kenya
- GitHub: jamesnjaukiarie
- Job Title: Volunteer WordPress Support Engineer
- Employer: Freelancer
Contribution History
James Kiarie’s badges:- Translation Contributor
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Posted a reply to When A User Signs Up, They Get A JSON response, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Hi @shresthauzwal, thank you for your response. Unfortunately, I've tried all those methods and additional… -
Posted a reply to When A User Signs Up, They Get A JSON response, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Hi @shresthauzwal , I did the first step you recommended and still get the same… -
Translated 19 strings on translate.wordpress.org.
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Suggested 48 strings on translate.wordpress.org.
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Posted a reply to When A User Signs Up, They Get A JSON response, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
The JSON error has been resolved, although I'm not sure what caused the change. However,… -
Posted a reply to When A User Signs Up, They Get A JSON response, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Hi again @shresthauzwal , here is the list of active plugins on the website: Akismet… -
Posted a reply to When A User Signs Up, They Get A JSON response, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Hi @shresthauzwal just confirmed, the issue is still there despite deactivating all plugins and themes.… -
Posted a reply to When A User Signs Up, They Get A JSON response, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Alright @shresthauzwal let me confirm what plugin/theme is causing the issue. Thanks, Jim -
Translated 17 strings on translate.wordpress.org.
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Suggested 40 strings on translate.wordpress.org.
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Created a topic, When A User Signs Up, They Get A JSON response, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Hi there, Am testing the registration form and when… -
Wrote a comment on the post Meetup Formats That Work: How WordPress Nairobi turned a meetup into a hands-on workshop, on the site Make WordPress Community:
Great job @aquila20. I missed this one as I was caught up somewhere else. Looking… -
Posted a reply to Permalinks Issue, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Hi there @loyukfai , Thank you for your request. May I ask: What was your… -
Posted a reply to Accordion block not loading, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Hi there @kaz0o , That's frustrating, especially after trying the usual solutions. A few questions… -
Posted a reply to Help please reading a debug.log, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Hi there, Thank you for sharing the debug log; it's very helpful. From what I’ve… -
Posted a reply to Can’t get my Home Page to show, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
You're always welcome again @ronknights . Glad the event was awesome. Cheers, Jim -
Posted a reply to Can’t get my Home Page to show, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
You're most welcome @ronknights , That’s wonderful to hear. I’m glad it worked and that… -
Posted a reply to Problem with functions.php, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Hi there @dewhyway , Thank you for sharing the debug report. The error indicates that… -
Posted a reply to Can’t get my Home Page to show, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Hi there @ronknights , I'm truly sorry to hear you’re facing this issue right before… -
Posted a reply to How to prevent Carding / Card Spinning, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
You're welcome @frankremmy . I love WooCommerce and am glad to help. Much appreciated. -
Posted a reply to How to prevent Carding / Card Spinning, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Hi @bidoowee glad to we were of help. Have an awesome time. Cheers, Jim -
Suggested 38 strings on translate.wordpress.org.
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Posted a reply to how to settle this issue, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
You may also try the following steps: Access your site's files via hosting File Manager… -
Posted a reply to how to settle this issue, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Hi @pheeqmpact360, I'm sorry to hear you're seeing that message; it indicates that WordPress has… -
Posted a reply to How to prevent Carding / Card Spinning, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Hi Thomas, I’m really sorry you’re dealing with this. Card testing is frustrating, especially when… -
Translated 65 strings on translate.wordpress.org.
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Posted a reply to How To Transfer A Form From One Site To Another, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
I found the solution. Just Export the form via Form Settings -> Export then Import… -
Created a topic, How To Transfer A Form From One Site To Another, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Hi there, I have two websites which are using Formi… -
Suggested 14 strings on translate.wordpress.org.
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Posted a reply to Embed Block Breaking, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Hi @jermvtarng, Thank you for reaching out. I have looked into your issue and found… -
Posted a reply to .txt file to the top-level of your website, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Hi @cdrtrain2000 , thank you for reaching out. Although this issue does not relate directly… -
Posted a reply to Is Forminator HIPAA compliant? Can it be used for medical information?, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Thank you for the response @wpmudevsupport11 . I totally understand that. Cheers, Jim -
Posted a reply to Form not loading custom colors, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Hi @litolka can you share the link to the website that contains the form? Please… -
Created a topic, Is Forminator HIPAA compliant? Can it be used for medical information?, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Hi there, Greetings. Is Forminator HIPAA enabled? C… -
Posted a reply to Do I need to have the Pro version inorder to process payments?, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Hi @njones35 , thank you for responding. I'll go ahead and see the payment methods… -
Posted a reply to [Formidable Forms - Contact Form Plugin, Survey, Quiz, Payment, Calculator Form & Custom Form Builder] Do I need to have the Pro version inorder to process payments?, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Let me clarify something. Which specific pro plan should I subscribe to to have all… -
Posted a reply to [Formidable Forms - Contact Form Plugin, Survey, Quiz, Payment, Calculator Form & Custom Form Builder] Do I need to have the Pro version inorder to process payments?, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Thanks @jonathanenlared . -
Created a topic, Do I need to have the Pro version inorder to process payments?, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Hi everyone, I am a beginner user of formidable for… -
Posted a reply to [WooCommerce] Woocommerce Guest Checkout – Reloading Checkout On Submission, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Hello there @frown , Thank you for reaching out and for your detailed troubleshooting. I… -
Posted a reply to Tw0 accounts, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Hi there @smsafetytrainingllc, thanks for reaching out. I understand how having multiple accounts can feel… -
Posted a reply to Unrecognized Emails, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
@smilligan Awesome. Glad your issue was fixed. Have a great day ahead. Regards, Jim -
Posted a reply to When i activate 5 or more plugins it crashes, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Hi there @gorev , Thanks for explaining what you’re seeing. That detail really helps and… -
Posted a reply to Unrecognized Emails, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Hi there @smilligan, I’m really sorry you’re dealing with this. I know how worrying it… -
Posted a reply to Where is this Comments Form coming from, please?, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Hi @gmhague we are glad the fix we suggested worked for you. Have a wonderful… -
Posted a reply to Where is this Comments Form coming from, please?, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Hi @gmhague , thank you for reaching out. I understand how frustrating this is. I… -
Posted a reply to Widget in Sidebar NOT Being Saved, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Hi @mickey65 , I understand this is quite frustrating for you when you keep trying… -
Posted a reply to Technical Difficulties & Account Issues, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Hi Leah, I’m sorry you’re dealing with this. I know it’s indeed frustrating when your… -
Posted a reply to Search redirects to home page, on the site WordPress.org Forums:
Hi there @oolong , Thank you for reaching out. I understand how frustrating it is…