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I am skilled in analyzing website performance, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing targeted optimization techniques. Need admin access to your WordPress site to investigate the current setup and evaluate the custom code and widgets, so please provide the login credentials & conduct a thorough analysis of the homepage and the specific widget causing slowdowns by identifying performance bottlenecks through profiling tools like Query Monitor and New Relic to pinpoint inefficient code or resource-heavy elements. Once the issues are identified, I will create a mock-up of a more efficient code structure, possibly refactoring the widget to minimize its load time and improve overall performance. I will implement techniques such as lazy loading for images, asynchronous loading for JavaScript, and optimizing database queries related to the widget's functionality.
Since you are already using a caching plugin, I will ensure it is configured correctly and may suggest lightweight alternatives if necessary, such as WP Rocket for advanced caching options. For the theme, I might recommend a performance-optimized option like GeneratePress or Astra, which works well with WooCommerce and can support faster loading times. Finally, after implementing the changes, I will run comprehensive speed tests using tools like GTmetrix and Google PageSpeed Insights to ensure that the optimizations are effective and that the site performs smoothly during product additions to the cart.
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