This code automates the process of downloading, extracting, and setting up the latest version of WordPress in the current directory.
- Downloads the latest WordPress ZIP file from the official website.
- Extracts the contents of the ZIP file into the current directory.
- Moves the extracted WordPress files from the 'wordpress' folder to the current directory.
- Deletes the 'wordpress' folder after moving the files.
- Deletes the installer script (itself) after completing the setup process.
- Redirects the user to the WordPress installation page.
- Upload the install.php file to the directory where you want your WordPress installation. For example, the root directory on the domain https://yourdomain.com
- Run the file by typing https://yourdomain.com/install.php in your browser's address bar.
- Now wait for the script to finish downloading and extracting the files, then you will be automatically redirected to the beginning of the actual WordPress installation