Where to Start With Headless WordPress [Video]

Headless WordPress separates the content management system part of WordPress from the frontend presentation layer. Decoupling the front and back ends of your site allows you to leverage the power of WordPress as a content hub, while enjoying the flexibility and performance benefits of modern frontend frameworks.

In this article, we’ll discuss the tech stack you need, show you the first steps of setting up your headless environment, discuss some of the frontend frameworks available, and finally highlight some tutorials that show how to build various headless WordPress projects from scratch.

Most of what we’ll discuss requires that you have at least some knowledge of React.This video course is a great starting point.

Before you start, it’s good to ask yourself if what you’re building actually needs to be headless at all. When Should I Use Headless WordPress?explores the pros and cons of using a headless WordPress architecture compared to a traditional WordPress deployment. It outlines several common reasons to choose a …