One of the most challenging tasks for freelancers and small agencies is keeping all of their client sites up-to-date. Plugins and themes seem to update constantly, and updates to WordPress core can require a lot of attention as well. With so many moving parts, things can get out of hand in a hurry.
This session will detail some tools and best practices for building a safe and efficient workflow. We’ll discuss how often sites should be updated, how to know when updates are available and some techniques for ensuring that nothing breaks during the process. Plus, we’ll cover the connection between regular maintenance and security.