How do I install wp-playground?

Run `npx skills add https://github.com/wordpress/agent-skills --skill wp-playground` in your terminal. You need to have run `npx skills init` once in your project first.

Which agent frameworks does wp-playground support?

wp-playground works with any agent framework supported by the Skills registry, including Claude Code, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Cline, Codex, and Gemini CLI.

Is wp-playground free to use?

Yes. wp-playground is free to install and use. It is available from the open explainx.ai skill registry published by wordpress.

Where can I read ratings and reviews for wp-playground?

Community ratings and review text appear on this explainx.ai skill page below the description. Reviews use a 1–5 scale and may include short written feedback from signed-in members.

How do I install wp-playground?

Run `npx skills add https://github.com/wordpress/agent-skills --skill wp-playground` in your terminal. You need to have run `npx skills init` once in your project first.

Which agent frameworks does wp-playground support?

wp-playground works with any agent framework supported by the Skills registry, including Claude Code, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Cline, Codex, and Gemini CLI.

Is wp-playground free to use?

Yes. wp-playground is free to install and use. It is available from the open explainx.ai skill registry published by wordpress.

Where can I read ratings and reviews for wp-playground?

Community ratings and review text appear on this explainx.ai skill page below the description. Reviews use a 1–5 scale and may include short written feedback from signed-in members.

How do I install wp-playground?

Run `npx skills add https://github.com/wordpress/agent-skills --skill wp-playground` in your terminal. You need to have run `npx skills init` once in your project first.

Which agent frameworks does wp-playground support?

wp-playground works with any agent framework supported by the Skills registry, including Claude Code, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Cline, Codex, and Gemini CLI.

Is wp-playground free to use?

Yes. wp-playground is free to install and use. It is available from the open explainx.ai skill registry published by wordpress.

Where can I read ratings and reviews for wp-playground?

Community ratings and review text appear on this explainx.ai skill page below the description. Reviews use a 1–5 scale and may include short written feedback from signed-in members.

How do I install wp-playground?

Run `npx skills add https://github.com/wordpress/agent-skills --skill wp-playground` in your terminal. You need to have run `npx skills init` once in your project first.

Which agent frameworks does wp-playground support?

wp-playground works with any agent framework supported by the Skills registry, including Claude Code, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Cline, Codex, and Gemini CLI.

Is wp-playground free to use?

Yes. wp-playground is free to install and use. It is available from the open explainx.ai skill registry published by wordpress.

Where can I read ratings and reviews for wp-playground?

Community ratings and review text appear on this explainx.ai skill page below the description. Reviews use a 1–5 scale and may include short written feedback from signed-in members.

How do I install wp-playground?

Run `npx skills add https://github.com/wordpress/agent-skills --skill wp-playground` in your terminal. You need to have run `npx skills init` once in your project first.

Which agent frameworks does wp-playground support?

wp-playground works with any agent framework supported by the Skills registry, including Claude Code, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Cline, Codex, and Gemini CLI.

Is wp-playground free to use?

Yes. wp-playground is free to install and use. It is available from the open explainx.ai skill registry published by wordpress.

Where can I read ratings and reviews for wp-playground?

Community ratings and review text appear on this explainx.ai skill page below the description. Reviews use a 1–5 scale and may include short written feedback from signed-in members.

How do I install wp-playground?

Run `npx skills add https://github.com/wordpress/agent-skills --skill wp-playground` in your terminal. You need to have run `npx skills init` once in your project first.

Which agent frameworks does wp-playground support?

wp-playground works with any agent framework supported by the Skills registry, including Claude Code, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Cline, Codex, and Gemini CLI.

Is wp-playground free to use?

Yes. wp-playground is free to install and use. It is available from the open explainx.ai skill registry published by wordpress.

Where can I read ratings and reviews for wp-playground?

Community ratings and review text appear on this explainx.ai skill page below the description. Reviews use a 1–5 scale and may include short written feedback from signed-in members.

How do I install wp-playground?

Run `npx skills add https://github.com/wordpress/agent-skills --skill wp-playground` in your terminal. You need to have run `npx skills init` once in your project first.

Which agent frameworks does wp-playground support?

wp-playground works with any agent framework supported by the Skills registry, including Claude Code, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Cline, Codex, and Gemini CLI.

Is wp-playground free to use?

Yes. wp-playground is free to install and use. It is available from the open explainx.ai skill registry published by wordpress.

Where can I read ratings and reviews for wp-playground?

Community ratings and review text appear on this explainx.ai skill page below the description. Reviews use a 1–5 scale and may include short written feedback from signed-in members.

How do I install wp-playground?

Run `npx skills add https://github.com/wordpress/agent-skills --skill wp-playground` in your terminal. You need to have run `npx skills init` once in your project first.

Which agent frameworks does wp-playground support?

wp-playground works with any agent framework supported by the Skills registry, including Claude Code, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Cline, Codex, and Gemini CLI.

Is wp-playground free to use?

Yes. wp-playground is free to install and use. It is available from the open explainx.ai skill registry published by wordpress.

Where can I read ratings and reviews for wp-playground?

Community ratings and review text appear on this explainx.ai skill page below the description. Reviews use a 1–5 scale and may include short written feedback from signed-in members.

How do I install wp-playground?

Run `npx skills add https://github.com/wordpress/agent-skills --skill wp-playground` in your terminal. You need to have run `npx skills init` once in your project first.

Which agent frameworks does wp-playground support?

wp-playground works with any agent framework supported by the Skills registry, including Claude Code, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Cline, Codex, and Gemini CLI.

Is wp-playground free to use?

Yes. wp-playground is free to install and use. It is available from the open explainx.ai skill registry published by wordpress.

Where can I read ratings and reviews for wp-playground?

Community ratings and review text appear on this explainx.ai skill page below the description. Reviews use a 1–5 scale and may include short written feedback from signed-in members.

How do I install wp-playground?

Run `npx skills add https://github.com/wordpress/agent-skills --skill wp-playground` in your terminal. You need to have run `npx skills init` once in your project first.

Which agent frameworks does wp-playground support?

wp-playground works with any agent framework supported by the Skills registry, including Claude Code, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, Cline, Codex, and Gemini CLI.

Is wp-playground free to use?

Yes. wp-playground is free to install and use. It is available from the open explainx.ai skill registry published by wordpress.

Where can I read ratings and reviews for wp-playground?

Community ratings and review text appear on this explainx.ai skill page below the description. Reviews use a 1–5 scale and may include short written feedback from signed-in members.

How do I install wp-playground?

Run `npx skills add https://github.com/wordpress/agent-skills --skill wp-playground` in your terminal. You need to have run `npx skills init` once in your project first.

Productivity

wp-playground▌

wordpress/agent-skills · updated Apr 8, 2026

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$npx skills add https://github.com/wordpress/agent-skills --skill wp-playground

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summary

Fast, disposable WordPress instances in the browser or locally via CLI, with auto-mounting, version switching, and Xdebug debugging.

›Spin up ephemeral WordPress sites in WebAssembly with SQLite; supports WordPress 6.9+ and PHP 7.2.24+, with quick version switching for compatibility testing.
›CLI commands include server (auto-mount plugins/themes), run-blueprint (scripted setup), and build-snapshot (shareable ZIP exports) via Node.js 20.18+.
›Auto-detect and mount local plugin or theme

skill.md

WordPress Playground

When to use

Spin up a disposable WordPress to test a plugin/theme without full stack setup.
Run or iterate on Playground Blueprints (JSON) locally.
Build a reproducible snapshot of a site for sharing or CI.
Switch WP/PHP versions quickly to reproduce issues.
Debug plugin/theme code with Xdebug in an isolated Playground.

Inputs required

Host machine readiness: Node.js ≥ 20.18, npm/npx available.
Project path to mount (--auto-mount or explicit mount mapping).
Desired WP version/PHP version (optional; defaults to latest WP, PHP 8.3).
Blueprint location/URL if running a blueprint.
Port preference if 9400 conflicts.
Whether Xdebug is needed.

Procedure

0) Guardrails

Playground instances are ephemeral and SQLite-backed; never point at production data.
Confirm Node ≥ 20.18 (node -v) before running CLI.
If mounting local code, ensure it is clean of secrets; Playground copies files into an in-memory FS.

1) Quick local spin-up (auto-mount)

cd <plugin-or-theme-root>
npx @wp-playground/cli@latest server --auto-mount

Opens on http://localhost:9400 by default. Auto-detects plugin/theme and installs it.
Add --wp=<version> / --php=<version> as needed.
For classic full installs already present, add --skip-wordpress-setup and mount the whole tree.

2) Manual mounts or multiple mounts

Use --mount=/host/path:/vfs/path (repeatable) when auto-mount is insufficient (multi-plugin, mu-plugins, custom content).
Mount before install with --mount-before-install for bootstrapping installer flows.
Reference: references/cli-commands.md

3) Run a Blueprint (no server needed)

npx @wp-playground/cli@latest run-blueprint --blueprint=<file-or-url>

Use for scripted setup/CI validation. Supports remote URLs and local files.
Allow bundled assets in local blueprints with --blueprint-may-read-adjacent-files when required.
See references/blueprints.md for structure and common flags.

4) Build a snapshot for sharing

npx @wp-playground/cli@latest build-snapshot --blueprint=<file> --outfile=./site.zip

Produces a ZIP you can load in Playground or attach to bug reports.

5) Debugging with Xdebug

Start with --xdebug (or --enable-xdebug depending on CLI release) to expose an IDE key, then connect VS Code/PhpStorm to the host/port shown in CLI output.
Combine with --auto-mount for plugin/theme debugging.
Checklist: references/debugging.md

6) Version switching

Use --wp= to pin WP (e.g., 6.9.0) and --php= to test compatibility.
If feature depends on Gutenberg trunk, prefer the latest WP release plus plugin if available; Playground images track stable WP plus bundled Gutenberg.

7) Browser-only workflows (no CLI)

Launch quick previews with URL fragments or query params:
- Fragment: https://playground.wordpress.net/#<base64-or-json-blueprint>
- Query: https://playground.wordpress.net/?blueprint-url=<public-url-or-zip>
Use the live Blueprint Editor (playground.wordpress.net) to author blueprints with schema help; paste JSON and copy a shareable link.

Verification

Verify mounted code is active (plugin listed/active; theme selected).
For blueprints/snapshots, re-run with --verbosity=debug to confirm steps executed.
Run targeted smoke (e.g., wp plugin list inside Playground shell via browser terminal if exposed) or UI click-path.

Failure modes / debugging

CLI exits complaining about Node: upgrade to ≥ 20.18.
Mount not applied: check path, use absolute path, add --verbosity=debug.
Blueprint cannot read local assets: add --blueprint-may-read-adjacent-files.
Port already used: --port=<free-port>.
Slow/locked UI: disable --experimental-multi-worker if enabled; or enable it to improve throughput on CPU-bound runs.

Escalation

If PHP extensions or native DB access are required, Playground may be unsuitable; fall back to full WP stack or wp-env/Docker.
For browser-only embedding or VS Code extension specifics, consult the upstream docs: https://wordpress.github.io/wordpress-playground/

how to use wp-playground

How to use wp-playground on Cursor

AI-first code editor with Composer

Prerequisites

Before installing skills in Cursor, ensure your development environment meets these requirements:

›Cursor installed and configured on your development machine
›Node.js version 16.0+ with npm package manager (verify with node --version)
›Active project directory or workspace where you want to add wp-playground

Execute installation command

Execute the skills CLI command in your project's root directory to begin installation:

$npx skills add https://github.com/wordpress/agent-skills --skill wp-playground

The skills CLI fetches wp-playground from GitHub repository wordpress/agent-skills and configures it for Cursor.

Select Cursor when prompted

The CLI will show a list of available agents. Use arrow keys to navigate and space to select Cursor:

◆ Which agents do you want to install to?

│

│ ── Universal (.agents/skills) ── always included ────

│ • Amp

│ • Antigravity

│ • Cline

│ • Codex

│ ●Cursor(selected)

│ • Cursor

│ • Windsurf

Verify installation

Confirm successful installation by checking the skill directory location:

.cursor/skills/wp-playground

Reload or restart Cursor to activate wp-playground. Access the skill through slash commands (e.g., /wp-playground) or your agent's skill management interface.

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Security & Verification Notice

We perform automated surface-level scans (Gen AI Scanner, Socket, Snyk) during installation. These checks detect common vulnerabilities but do not guarantee complete security. Always review skill source code and verify the publisher's reputation before production use.

Skills execute code in your development environment. Always verify the publisher's identity, review recent commits, and test in isolated environments before production deployment.

Additional Resources

›View source code on GitHub ›Skills CLI documentation ›Learn more about Cursor ›What are agent skills?

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Use Cases▌

User Story & Requirements Generation

Create detailed user stories, acceptance criteria, and feature specs

Example

Generate user stories for 'password reset feature' with acceptance criteria, edge cases, and test scenarios

✓

Reduce spec writing time by 50%, ensure comprehensive coverage

Competitive Analysis

Research competitors, compare features, identify gaps

Example

Analyze 5 competitor products, create feature comparison matrix, suggest differentiation opportunities

✓

Complete competitive research in 2 hours instead of 2 days

Roadmap Prioritization

Evaluate features using frameworks (RICE, ICE, Kano) and create prioritized backlogs

Example

Score 20 feature ideas using RICE framework, generate prioritized roadmap with rationale

✓

Make data-driven prioritization decisions faster

Stakeholder Communication

Draft PRDs, status updates, and stakeholder presentations

Example

Create executive summary of Q3 roadmap, monthly progress report, feature launch announcement

✓

Save 3-5 hours/week on communication overhead

Implementation Guide▌

Prerequisites

›Claude Desktop or compatible AI client
›Access to product documentation and roadmap tools (Jira, Notion, etc.)
›Understanding of product management frameworks (RICE, Jobs-to-be-Done, etc.)
›Stakeholder contact information and communication channels

Time Estimate

30-60 minutes to see productivity improvements

Installation Steps

1.Install product management skill
2.Start with user story generation for known feature
3.Progress to competitive analysis: research 2-3 competitors
4.Use for roadmap prioritization: apply RICE/ICE scoring
5.Draft stakeholder communications and refine based on feedback
6.Build template library for recurring PM tasks
7.Share effective prompts with product team

Common Pitfalls

⚠Not validating competitive research—verify facts before sharing
⚠Accepting user stories without involving engineering team
⚠Over-relying on frameworks without qualitative judgment
⚠Not customizing outputs to company culture and communication style
⚠Skipping stakeholder validation of generated requirements

Best Practices▌

✓ Do

+Validate research and competitive analysis with real data
+Collaborate with engineering when generating technical requirements
+Customize frameworks and templates to your company context
+Use skill for first drafts, refine with stakeholder input
+Document successful prompt patterns for PM tasks
+Combine AI efficiency with human judgment and intuition

✗ Don't

−Don't publish competitive analysis without fact-checking
−Don't finalize user stories without engineering review
−Don't make prioritization decisions solely on AI scoring
−Don't skip customer validation of generated requirements
−Don't ignore company-specific context and culture

💡 Pro Tips

★Provide context: company goals, constraints, customer feedback
★Ask for alternatives: 'Show 3 ways to prioritize this roadmap'
★Request stakeholder-specific formatting: 'Executive summary vs. engineering spec'
★Use skill for 70% generation + 30% customization to company needs

When to Use This▌

✓ Use When

Use for user story writing, competitive research, roadmap prioritization, stakeholder communication, and PRD drafting. Best for reducing repetitive documentation and research work.

✗ Avoid When

Avoid for strategic product vision (requires deep customer empathy), pricing decisions (needs market and financial expertise), or when face-to-face customer discovery is more valuable than speed.

Learning Path▌

1Basic: user stories, feature specs, status updates
2Intermediate: competitive analysis, prioritization frameworks, PRDs
3Advanced: product strategy, go-to-market planning, OKR setting
4Expert: product vision, market positioning, business model innovation

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Ratings

4.5★★★★★58 reviews

★★★★★Mia Menon· Dec 20, 2024
wp-playground has been reliable in day-to-day use. Documentation quality is above average for community skills.
★★★★★Henry Gonzalez· Dec 16, 2024
Keeps context tight: wp-playground is the kind of skill you can hand to a new teammate without a long onboarding doc.
★★★★★Sophia Sanchez· Nov 15, 2024
Useful defaults in wp-playground — fewer surprises than typical one-off scripts, and it plays nicely with `npx skills` flows.
★★★★★Sofia Agarwal· Nov 11, 2024
wp-playground is among the better-maintained entries we tried; worth keeping pinned for repeat workflows.
★★★★★Mia Yang· Nov 11, 2024
Solid pick for teams standardizing on skills: wp-playground is focused, and the summary matches what you get after install.
★★★★★Kwame Ramirez· Nov 7, 2024
We added wp-playground from the explainx registry; install was straightforward and the SKILL.md answered most questions upfront.
★★★★★Ama Chawla· Oct 26, 2024
Solid pick for teams standardizing on skills: wp-playground is focused, and the summary matches what you get after install.
★★★★★Ama Haddad· Oct 6, 2024
wp-playground is among the better-maintained entries we tried; worth keeping pinned for repeat workflows.
★★★★★Noah Sanchez· Oct 2, 2024
Useful defaults in wp-playground — fewer surprises than typical one-off scripts, and it plays nicely with `npx skills` flows.
★★★★★Noah Ramirez· Oct 2, 2024
We added wp-playground from the explainx registry; install was straightforward and the SKILL.md answered most questions upfront.

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