Ilustres

Manage notable people with custom post type, CSV import/export, grid/list views, and advanced statistics.

Description

Ilustres is a powerful WordPress plugin that allows you to create and manage a directory of notable people (illustrious individuals) with complete control over their information and display.

Key Features

• Custom Post Type - Create and manage notable people with dedicated content type
• Custom Fields - Add birthplace, birth date, featured image, and rich text biography
• Taxonomies - Organize with custom categories and tags
• CSV Import - Bulk import notable people from CSV files with mapping options
• CSV Export - Export your data to CSV with category filtering
• Dual Views - Display content in grid or list layout with user preference storage
• Pagination - Fully customizable pagination with responsive design
• Dashboard Widget - View statistics including total entries, most visited, top categories, and top locations
• Visit Counter - Track page views for each notable person
• SEO Optimized - Includes meta tags, Open Graph, Twitter Cards, and Schema.org markup
• Fully Translatable - Includes .pot file and Spanish translation
• Responsive Design - Works perfectly on all devices (desktop, tablet, mobile)

Display Options

Use the shortcode [ilustres_listado] to display the directory anywhere on your site.

Shortcode parameters:

• vista - "grid" or "list" (default: grid)
• por_pagina - Number of items per page (default: 12)
• categoria - Filter by category slug
• orden - Order by "date", "title", "rand", or "meta_value_num" (for visits)
• orden_dir - "ASC" or "DESC"

Examples:

• [ilustres_listado] - Default grid view
• [ilustres_listado vista="list"] - List view
• [ilustres_listado categoria="literature"] - Filter by category
• [ilustres_listado por_pagina="6"] - 6 items per page

Admin Features

• Settings Page - Configure default image and items per page
• CSV Import - Bulk upload with existing item update option
• CSV Export - Export all or filtered by category
• Dashboard Widget - Real-time statistics and top lists
• Custom Columns - Sortable visits column in admin list

Installation

1. Upload the ilustres folder to the /wp-content/plugins/ directory
2. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' menu in WordPress
3. Go to Settings > Ilustres to configure your preferences
4. Start adding notable people from the Ilustres menu
5. Use the shortcode [ilustres_listado] on any page to display the directory

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use cities from another plugin?

Yes, the "birthplace" field can connect to any city taxonomy from other plugins or themes.

How do I display the directory on a page?

Use the shortcode [ilustres_listado] on any page or post. You can customize it with parameters.

Is the plugin SEO friendly?

Yes, Ilustres includes meta descriptions, Open Graph tags, Twitter Cards, canonical URLs, and Schema.org markup for better search engine visibility.

Is the plugin responsive?

Yes, the plugin is fully responsive and works perfectly on all devices including mobile phones, tablets, and desktops.

How do I import CSV files?

Go to Ilustres > Import CSV, upload your file following the example format, and click import. The plugin supports updating existing entries.

Can I export my data?

Yes, go to Ilustres > Export CSV. You can export all entries or filter by category.

Screenshots

1. Admin list of notable people
2. Edit screen with custom fields
3. Frontend grid view
4. Frontend list view
5. Settings panel
6. CSV importer page
7. Dashboard statistics widget

Changelog

1.0

• Initial release
• Custom Post Type for notable people
• CSV import and export functionality
• Grid and list views with localStorage preference
• Dashboard statistics widget
• Visit counter system
• SEO meta tags integration
• Fully translatable with Spanish translation
• Responsive design
• Shortcode support with multiple parameters

Upgrade Notice

1.0

First stable release with full features for managing notable people directories.