SayPro Tasks to Be Done for the Period: Meta Box Configuration

Objective:
The goal of this task is to configure and set up meta boxes for the SayPro platform based on the team’s requirements and the content types that will be managed within the system.

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1. Gather Requirements

• Task: Meet with the SayPro team to understand the specific requirements for each content type (e.g., posts, pages, custom post types).
• Details:
  • Identify what custom fields are necessary for each content type.
  • Clarify any specific functionality required for each meta box (e.g., image uploads, SEO fields, categorization).
• Outcome: A detailed list of required meta boxes and fields for each content type.

2. Plan the Meta Box Structure

• Task: Design the structure of the meta boxes based on the gathered requirements.
• Details:
  • Define the field types (text input, dropdown, checkbox, file upload, etc.) for each meta box.
  • Determine the placement of each meta box (e.g., in the post editor sidebar, below the content editor, etc.).
  • Plan for any dynamic or conditional fields (e.g., fields that appear based on other selections).
• Outcome: A wireframe or outline of the meta box structure for each content type.

3. Implement Meta Box Registration

• Task: Register the meta boxes using WordPress functions.
• Details:
  • Use add_meta_box() to register the meta boxes for each post type.
  • Specify the relevant post types (e.g., posts, pages, or custom post types).
  • Ensure proper priority and context settings for the meta boxes.
• Example Code: function saypro_register_meta_boxes() { add_meta_box( 'seo_meta_box', // ID 'SEO Settings', // Title 'seo_meta_box_callback', // Callback function 'post', // Post type 'normal', // Context 'high' // Priority ); } add_action('add_meta_boxes', 'saypro_register_meta_boxes');
• Outcome: Meta boxes are properly registered and ready to be added to the content creation interface.

4. Define and Create Custom Fields for Each Meta Box

• Task: Implement the custom fields for each meta box as required by the SayPro team.
• Details:
  • Text Inputs: Add fields for titles, descriptions, or custom data.
  • Dropdowns/Radio Buttons: Add options for specific choices (e.g., categories, content types).
  • File Uploads: Add file upload fields for images, PDFs, etc.
  • Date Pickers: Implement date selection fields for scheduling or setting deadlines.
  • Rich Text Editors (Optional): Include WYSIWYG editors where necessary (for formatting text).
• Outcome: Functional custom fields within the meta boxes that content creators can use to input specific data.

5. Implement Data Saving Logic

• Task: Create logic to save the input data from the meta boxes into the database.
• Details:
  • Use the save_post hook to save the data from the custom fields when the post is saved.
  • Sanitize and validate data before saving to ensure security and integrity.
• Example Code: function saypro_save_meta_box_data($post_id) { if (isset($_POST['seo_title'])) { update_post_meta($post_id, '_seo_title', sanitize_text_field($_POST['seo_title'])); } } add_action('save_post', 'saypro_save_meta_box_data');
• Outcome: Data is properly saved in the WordPress database and is available for future retrieval.

6. Test Meta Boxes

• Task: Test the newly configured meta boxes on different post types and content.
• Details:
  • Verify that the meta boxes appear as expected in the content editor.
  • Ensure all custom fields are functioning properly (e.g., data is saved and retrieved correctly).
  • Check that file uploads, dropdowns, text inputs, and date pickers work as intended.
• Outcome: Confirm that all meta boxes and custom fields work without issues.

7. Implement Frontend Display Logic

• Task: Ensure that the data saved in the meta boxes is properly displayed on the frontend.
• Details:
  • Create functions to retrieve the data from the meta boxes (e.g., get_post_meta()).
  • Output the data within templates or hooks in the appropriate areas of the website (e.g., SEO data in the header, featured images on posts).
• Example Code: function display_seo_title($post_id) { $seo_title = get_post_meta($post_id, '_seo_title', true); if ($seo_title) { echo '<meta name="description" content="' . esc_attr($seo_title) . '">'; } }
• Outcome: Data from the meta boxes is displayed as intended on the frontend.

8. Handle Conditional Fields (If Necessary)

• Task: Set up conditional fields that only display based on certain user selections.
• Details:
  • Use JavaScript or additional PHP logic to dynamically show or hide fields based on prior selections (e.g., displaying additional fields only if a certain checkbox is checked).
• Outcome: User-friendly meta boxes that adapt to the content creator’s choices.

9. Documentation and Knowledge Transfer

• Task: Document the meta box configuration, custom fields, and any logic or functions implemented.
• Details:
  • Provide explanations for each meta box and field created.
  • Include detailed instructions for future developers on how to add new meta boxes or fields.
  • Document any known limitations or considerations when working with the meta box system.
• Outcome: Clear documentation to assist future developers in maintaining and extending the meta box system.

10. Deployment and Final Review

• Task: Deploy the meta box configuration to the live environment after thorough testing.
• Details:
  • Review all meta box configurations and ensure they align with the initial requirements.
  • Deploy the code changes to the production environment following best deployment practices (e.g., staging environment, version control).
• Outcome: Meta boxes are live and functioning on the production site, with no issues or errors.

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Timeline and Priority

• Week 1: Gather requirements and plan the meta box structure.
• Week 2: Implement meta box registration, custom fields, and saving logic.
• Week 3: Test meta boxes and frontend display logic. Implement conditional fields if required.
• Week 4: Document configuration, complete testing, and deploy to the live environment.

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By following this set of tasks, the meta box system for SayPro will be successfully configured and deployed, allowing content creators to easily manage their data and enhancing the overall content management experience.