What is WordPress Code Reference?
WordPress Code Reference is a compendium of the different functions, hooks, classes, and methods that can be used in WordPress. It gives a detailed explanation, usage examples, sample code, and usage extensions. It reminds me a lot of the previos compendiums we have researched like the MDN Technology Reference and the CSS Tips and Tricks Almanac. It also has a quick reference board for the latest updates. A developer would use this refence to customize their WordPress site. It is essentially a WordPress How to Manual. Any question a developer may have can be answered along with snipits of code to allow the deloper to immediately put into place that answer.
WordPress the_date() Function
WordPress the_date() Function is used to get and display the date the current post was written. It will only display the date once despite the number of times it is called for. It is a filterable output. It has two different displays that are based on the request. It can either display the date on the post or determine whether the current post in the loop has a different publishing date from a previous post in the loop.
the_date () Format Parameters
The format parameters are the PHP date format. The default format is 'date_format' option. This allows the developer to set how the date will appear when returned.
Summary
The WordPress Code Reference is a comprehensive guide to the world of WordPress. I could understand that a developer may utilize this reference frequently. They would access this refernce to solve a problem they may have when developing a site or to come and see the new capabilities that are available. It is easy to understand, comprehensive, and gives thorough examples and explanations.