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WPCodeForge

Full-Stack Developer at WPCodeForge

@wpcodeforge United Kingdom joined Aug 2026

wpcodeforge.com github.com/WPCodeForge

    Bio

    WPCodeForge creates practical WordPress plugins designed to improve, protect and extend WordPress websites. Our plugins focus on areas including security, SEO, performance, content management, comments, redirects and everyday WordPress administration.

    Interests

    WordPress development, plugin development, website security, cybersecurity, SEO, performance optimisation, web development, Linux, open-source software and creating practical tools for WordPress websites.

    WordPress Origin Story

    WPCodeForge grew from building and developing WordPress websites and creating custom solutions for practical website requirements. This developed into the creation of dedicated WordPress plugins designed to solve specific problems and provide useful functionality directly within WordPress. WPCodeForge now develops a growing collection of plugins covering security, SEO, performance, content management, comments, redirects and site administration.

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    Current Job

    Full-Stack Developer
    Aug 2026 – Present
    WPCodeForge · Freelance
    Developing and maintaining WordPress plugins and related software through WPCodeForge. Responsibilities include full-stack web development, WordPress plugin development, PHP, JavaScript, HTML and CSS development, database integration, security, performance optimisation, testing, technical documentation and ongoing product maintenance. WPCodeForge focuses on developing practical WordPress software for website functionality, security, performance and administration.

    Job History

    Director
    Feb 2017 – Aug 2026
    Lightyear Hosting · Full-time
    Founder and Director of Lightyear Hosting, a web hosting and web development business. Responsibilities have included business strategy, website development, web hosting infrastructure, server administration, systems analysis, SEO, digital marketing, technical operations and customer support. Developed and managed websites and hosting environments while overseeing the technical and operational development of the business.
    Legal Aid Agent
    Apr 2014 – Jul 2017
    Ministry of Justice UK · Full-time
    Worked on behalf of the UK Ministry of Justice processing legal claims and disputes. Responsibilities included collecting and processing case information, data entry, conducting eligibility and means tests, assessing case information and directing individuals towards appropriate legal representation.

    Key Accomplishments

    Developed and maintained websites, web applications and digital platforms throughout an extensive career in web and IT.
    Developed extensive practical experience across full-stack web development, website architecture, Linux systems, hosting infrastructure, cybersecurity, SEO and digital platforms.
    Founded and developed Lightyear Hosting, combining web development, hosting infrastructure, server administration and technical support.
    Founded and developed WPCodeForge, an independent WordPress software business focused on creating and maintaining a growing collection of WordPress plugins.
    Built and operated multiple technology and digital businesses and platforms spanning web development, web hosting, WordPress, SEO, cybersecurity and software development.

    Recent impact

    Score weights high-impact work (commits, releases, approved translations, props) at 3x routine activity.

    Last 30 days
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    score48
    Last 90 days
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    Last 12 months
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    Contributions

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    September 2026
    Sep 23 Wed · 18:20
    Plugins high
    Committed [3709946] to Plugins SVN:
    Tag version 1.0.1
    Sep 23 Wed · 18:19
    Plugins high
    Committed [3709945] to Plugins SVN:
    Remove incorrect 1.0.1 tag
    Sep 23 Wed · 18:14
    Plugins high
    Committed [3709935] to Plugins SVN:
    Tag version 1.0.1
    Sep 23 Wed · 18:12
    Plugins high
    Committed [3709932] to Plugins SVN:
    Update Database Cleaner name and version to 1.0.1
    Sep 23 Wed · 17:55
    Plugins high
    Committed [3709904] to Plugins SVN:
    Tag version 1.0.0
    Sep 23 Wed · 17:55
    Plugins high
    Committed [3709903] to Plugins SVN:
    Fix Database Cleaner stable tag and short description
    Sep 23 Wed · 17:46
    Plugins high
    Committed [3709893] to Plugins SVN:
    Tag corrected version 2.0.1
    Sep 23 Wed · 17:45
    Plugins high
    Committed [3709891] to Plugins SVN:
    Replace incorrect 2.0.1 tag
    Sep 23 Wed · 17:43
    Plugins high
    Committed [3709889] to Plugins SVN:
    Update internal plugin version to 2.0.1
    Sep 23 Wed · 17:41
    Plugins high
    Committed [3709885] to Plugins SVN:
    Tag version 2.0.1