Project Description:
The Software Development for Shenandoah Literary Magazine project is a comprehensive initiative to enhance the magazine’s digital presence. Central to this project is the refactoring of the existing technical infrastructure, aimed at improving maintainability of the online platform. This process involves optimizing code and ensuring efficient functionality. The project focuses on developing a custom WordPress plugin, specifically tailored to the unique needs of a literary magazine. This plugin will introduce features to streamline content management, improve user engagement, and provide a more intuitive experience for readers. The WordPress plugin developed as part of this initiative will be made available as an open-source project, enabling other literary magazines to benefit from these efforts. This project advances research into the needs and challenges faced by online literary magazines. These insights can provide a roadmap for enhancements in online literary publishing.
Prerequisites
Experience in coding PHP and WordPress themes/plugins.
Special Comments
n/a
Project Information
Estimated Start Date: 6/3/2024
Estimated End Date: 8/9/2024
Maximum number of students sought: 1
Contact Information: Prof. Jeff Barry (barryj@wlu.edu)