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Caching & Performance

Add object caching and a robust page cache. Measure before and after with load tests and log based timing to confirm gains.

Note: This module is being worked on. Below is the lesson plan you can expect.

  • You can install any caching plugins you want
  • Measuring and logging the PHP response time with Nginx
  • Option A: Installing Redis and the Redis Object Cache plugin
  • Option B: Installing Memcached and the Memcached Object Cache plugin
  • Running a before/after load test to measure object caching impact
  • Page caching in WordPress, the role of advanced-cache.php
  • Option A: Configuring Batcache for page caching
  • Option B: Installing Surge for page caching
  • Option C: Installing WP Rocket for page caching
  • Verifying page cache headers and logged-in functionality
  • Running a before/after load test to measure page caching impact

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