Mark Gleason writes practical coding and web-development books designed to help developers, business owners, and aspiring programmers better understand WordPress, website security, plugin and theme development, performance, maintenance, and modern development practices. Drawing from more than 14 years of hands-on web-development experience, his books focus on real-world knowledge, clear explanations, and techniques readers can actually apply. Through the Rooted Dev Guides, Mark breaks down complex technical subjects into approachable, useful guidance centered on building, securing, maintaining, and improving professional websites from the foundation up.
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WordPress Security From the Root Up
WordPress security is not about finding one “perfect” security plugin. It is about building the entire website on a stronger foundation. In WordPress Security…
Book 2 — The Small Business Website Playbook
A return home uncovers the secret that changed everything.
Book 3 — Building WordPress Plugins From the Root Up
New dangers force old loyalties to face their hardest test.
Book 4 — Building WordPress Themes From the Root Up
A family at a crossroads must decide what home is worth.
Book 5 — PHP for WordPress Developers From the Root Up
The final journey brings every hidden truth back to where it began.
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