Extend Order Daemon’s precision automation engine with professional-grade development tools and APIs. Built on WordPress best practices with enterprise-level extensibility, Order Daemon provides a robust foundation for custom integrations, advanced workflows, and seamless third-party connections.
Professional Development Platform
Order Daemon’s architecture follows the “Surgeon’s Scalpel” philosophy: focused on solving order management. Every component is designed for extensibility without compromising performance or reliability, giving developers the tools to build sophisticated automation solutions.
Developer Advantages:
- Clean Architecture – Well-structured codebase following WordPress standards and modern PHP practices
- Comprehensive Hook System – Essential actions and filters for key integration points
- Advanced APIs – Logging, registry systems, and database integration layers
- Command-Line Tools – WP-CLI support for automation, testing, and deployment workflows
Technical Foundation Path
- Technical Overview – Master Order Daemon’s dual-registry architecture and core principles
- Hooks and Filters – Essential integration points with practical examples
- WP-CLI Command Reference – Command-line management and automation tools
- Registry Extension Guide – Build custom triggers, conditions, and actions
- How to Contribute – Join the development community with standards and guidelines
- Advanced Logging API – Integrate with Order Daemon’s audit and monitoring system
- Database Integration – Direct data layer access for complex integrations
- Debug Mode and Testing – User debugging workflows and troubleshooting tools
Core Integration Capabilities
Custom Rule Components: Extend the rule engine with specialized triggers for external systems, conditional logic for business scenarios, and custom actions that integrate with CRMs, ERPs, or notification systems.
Audit System Integration: Tap into Order Daemon’s “Glass Box” audit system to create custom reporting dashboards, compliance monitoring, and performance analytics that integrate with existing business intelligence tools.
Registry-Based Extensions: Use the dual-registry system to build custom components with proper entitlement integration and UI registration.
Common Development Scenarios
E-commerce Platform Integration: Connect Order Daemon with external fulfillment systems, inventory management, or customer service platforms through custom actions and webhook integrations.
Business Intelligence: Build custom reporting and analytics by extending the logging system and creating specialized data export tools for business intelligence platforms.
Multi-Site Management: Leverage WP-CLI tools and registry extensions to manage Order Daemon configurations across multiple WooCommerce installations.
Custom Workflow Engines: Use the registry system to build specialized automation workflows for unique business processes, subscription management, or approval systems.
Development Philosophy
Order Daemon embodies the “Surgeon’s Scalpel” philosophy—precision-focused tools that excel at their core mission. Every extension point is designed for backward compatibility, performance optimization, and maintainable code that scales with business requirements.
The comprehensive test suite, detailed documentation, and active development community ensure your customizations remain stable and supported as Order Daemon evolves.
What’s Next?
Ready to extend Order Daemon? Start with the Technical Overview to understand the dual-registry architecture, then explore the Hooks and Filters reference to identify integration opportunities.
For operational guidance, return to our User Guide to understand how your customizations will be used in practice.