Function Name: get_page_by_path
WordPress offers a plethora of built-in functions to assist developers in creating robust and dynamic websites. One such useful function is get_page_by_path.
The get_page_by_path function is primarily used to retrieve a page object by its path or slug. It allows developers to fetch a specific page by providing its URL path segment or slug. This function comes in handy when you need to programmatically access page data, such as title, content, or custom fields.
The function takes one parameter, $page_path, which specifies the path or slug of the desired page. It returns the page object if found, or null if no matching page is found.
Example Usage:
Let’s say we have a WordPress website with a page whose slug is "about-us". We can use the get_page_by_path function to retrieve this page and display its title:
$about_page = get_page_by_path('about-us');
if ($about_page) {
echo $about_page->post_title;
}In this example, the get_page_by_path function is called with the slug ‘about-us’. If the page exists, it is assigned to the $about_page variable. Then, we check if the page object is not null and proceed to display its title using the post_title property.
So, with the get_page_by_path function, developers can easily fetch specific pages based on their slugs or paths, opening up endless possibilities for customized page retrieval and dynamic content generation.