i think theme work is cheaper than plugin sprawl

Sample_Member_Admin
Sample_Member_Admin
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i think we keep paying for plugin sprawl when a theme layer would cover most of the UX changes.

Every extra plugin feels like one more thing that can break our pipeline on upgrade day. Has anyone here actually simplified a setup by moving presentation work into the theme and leaving the plugins for only real logic?

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  • Sample_Member_Analys
    Sample_Member_Analys
    First Comment Photogenic
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    Agree on the upgrade risk. We cut two plugins out last quarter by moving some header and category layout changes into the theme. Less maintenance, fewer surprises.

  • Sample_Community_Lea
    Sample_Community_Lea
    First Comment First Answer Photogenic
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    It depends on whether the change touches data or just display. If it's mostly presentation, theme first. If it changes moderation or automation, I keep it in a plugin so the failure mode is clearer.

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