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How to Install WordPress Locally (Windows, macOS, Linux)

Sometimes it can be convenient to work on your own machine. Check out how to install WordPress locally using DevKinsta, XAMPP, WAMP, or MAMP.
Reading time
30 min read
Updated date
August 2, 2024
Post type
Blog
Topic
DevKinsta
Topic
Localhost
Topic
WordPress Development

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DevKinsta

How to continuously deploy your WordPress site to Kinsta with GitHub Actions

Learn how to automate WordPress deployments to Kinsta using GitHub Actions for efficient updates with every push to your GitHub repository.
Reading time
8 min read
Updated date
July 29, 2025
Topic
DevKinsta
Topic
Git

Automated testing and Continuous Integration in WordPress development

When you use continuous integration alongside automated testing in WordPress development, you can streamline your workflow. Learn how here.
Reading time
19 min read
Updated date
February 20, 2024
Topic
DevKinsta
Topic
Docker
Topic
WordPress Development

Mastering Postgres: From Database Creation to Administration With Adminer

Learn essential techniques, best practices, and expert tips for efficient database creation with Postgres in this comprehensive guide.
Reading time
9 min read
Updated date
October 6, 2025
Topic
Adminer
Topic
DevKinsta
Topic
PostgreSQL
Topic
WordPress Development

A Hands-On Guide to Listing Databases and Tables in Postgres

Learn expert techniques to effortlessly list databases and tables in Postgres, empowering your data management skills.
Reading time
6 min read
Updated date
May 19, 2025
Topic
Adminer
Topic
DevKinsta
Topic
PostgreSQL
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Localhost

How To Build a WordPress Site Offline (in 3 Simple Steps)

Learn how to easily set up and build a WordPress site offline in three simple steps using DevKinsta to provide local web development tools.
Reading time
8 min read
Updated date
January 8, 2024
Topic
DevKinsta
Topic
Localhost
Topic
WordPress Tips

8 Best MAMP Alternatives (Definitive List)

Have you been looking for an alternative to MAMP? Dive into 8 of the best MAMP alternatives available and see which one is right for you.
Reading time
11 min read
Updated date
July 12, 2024
Topic
Localhost
Topic
MAMP

How To Edit the Hosts File in Windows 10

Tired of stumbling around the hosts file? Learn how to edit the hosts file in Windows 10 using these easy-to-follow instructions.
Reading time
14 min read
Updated date
October 1, 2025
Topic
Domain Name System
Topic
Internet Protocol
Topic
Localhost

How to Increase the Upload Size of Your Local MAMP Web Server

Learn how to increase the default upload size in MAMP when you set up local development environments for creating and testing WordPress websites.
Reading time
7 min read
Updated date
October 1, 2025
Topic
Localhost
Topic
MAMP
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MAMP

8 Best MAMP Alternatives (Definitive List)

Have you been looking for an alternative to MAMP? Dive into 8 of the best MAMP alternatives available and see which one is right for you.
Reading time
11 min read
Updated date
July 12, 2024
Topic
Localhost
Topic
MAMP

How to fix a “This site can’t provide a secure connection” error when using MAMP

"This Site Can't Provide a Secure Connection" error is common in MAMP. In this article, learn how to fix the secure connection error in MAMP.
Reading time
7 min read
Updated date
October 1, 2025
Topic
MAMP

How to Fix the Apache Server Not Starting in MAMP Error (In 4 Steps)

Have you encountered the "Apache Server Not Starting" error in MAMP? Learn how to fix this error to get your workflow back on track.
Reading time
6 min read
Updated date
October 1, 2025
Topic
Localhost
Topic
MAMP
Topic
PHP Errors

How to Fix the HTTP Error 500 in MAMP (3 Easy Steps)

HTTP 500 errors in MAMP are typically caused by PHP or .htaccess errors. In this article, learn how to fix HTTP 500 errors in MAMP.
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7 min read
Updated date
October 1, 2025
Topic
Localhost
Topic
MAMP
Topic
PHP Errors
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XAMPP

How to Fix the XAMPP “Server Certificate Does NOT Include an ID Which Matches the Server Name” Error (In 3 Steps)

Have you encountered the “Server Certificate Does NOT Include an ID Which Matches the Server Name” error in XAMPP? Learn how to fix this error.
Reading time
6 min read
Updated date
October 1, 2025
Topic
PHP Errors
Topic
WordPress Issues
Topic
XAMPP

How to Fix the XAMPP Localhost index.php Error (2 Methods)

In this article, learn how to fix the localhost index.php error in the XAMPP local development tool.
Reading time
6 min read
Updated date
October 1, 2025
Topic
Localhost
Topic
PHP Errors
Topic
XAMPP

How to Fix the XAMPP HTTP Error 404 “The Requested Resource Is Not Found”

In this article, learn how to fix the "Requested Resource is Not Found" 404 error in XAMPP.
Reading time
8 min read
Updated date
October 1, 2025
Topic
HTTP Status Codes
Topic
Website Errors
Topic
XAMPP

How to Fix XAMPP if It’s Not Working (3 Common Solutions)

Are you experiencing issues with the XAMPP local development tool? In this article, learn how to troubleshoot XAMPP if it's not working.
Reading time
10 min read
Updated date
October 1, 2025
Topic
Localhost
Topic
PHP Errors
Topic
XAMPP
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