Wordpress Code Reference

The Wordpress codex is a site that has a large repository of information for users, developers, and designers working with and using Wordpress. It includes information on learning how to use Wordpress, how to design themes and plugins, gives tutorials, and much more. It is the largest base for information about Wordpress.

the_date() Function

the_date function shows the date the post was written. It will only display one date per day, no matter how many times the function is called.

the_date Format Parameters

the_date is formatted as a string, but can also be left blank. Strings pertaining to it can be placed before or after the value. There is also a boolean to determine if the date should be echoed or returned.

Summary

In summary, we talked about the Wordpress Code Reference, and can help everyone involved in WordPress from users to developers. We talked about the the_date function, which shows the date of the writing of a given post. We also talked about the various formatting rules for the the_date function, explaining the strings and booleans involved in the function.