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by Community organization representative 

| December 4, 2024

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<p>This project aims to streamline and automate the integration of data submitted through WPForms into Advanced Custom Fields (ACF) and Divi layouts on a WordPress website. Currently, manual processes hinder efficiency, creating unnecessary delays and increasing the risk of errors during data handling. By automating this workflow, we will achieve faster, more accurate data processing, ensuring a seamless user experience. The solution will involve setting up triggers and custom scripts to capture WPForms submissions and map them directly to ACF fields. These fields will then dynamically populate content within Divi modules, allowing real-time updates of front-end layouts without manual intervention. Custom code or third-party integrations (e.g., Zapier or Make) will be leveraged to establish a reliable data flow between the systems. The automation process will include error handling mechanisms, ensuring data integrity during submission. This system will be scalable to accommodate future form expansions or changes in page layouts. The ultimate goal is to reduce administrative workload, improve the consistency of data displayed on the site, and provide visitors with up-to-date content effortlessly. With this approach, the integration will enhance the site’s functionality, boost productivity, and create a more dynamic, user-friendly digital environment.the duck</p>

<p>This project focuses on automating the transfer of data from WPForms submissions into Advanced Custom Fields (ACF) and dynamically displaying this data within Divi layouts. The goal is to replace manual processes with an automated workflow, enabling real-time updates, reducing errors, and improving operational efficiency. Current Challenge Manually processing form submissions to update ACF fields and Divi layouts is time-intensive, prone to errors, and unsuitable for scaling. For example, a user submitting data via WPForms might require an administrator to extract the data, input it into the corresponding ACF fields, and then update Divi content manually. This not only slows down the process but also introduces room for data mismatches or missed updates. Proposed Solution We propose automating the entire workflow using a combination of custom development and third-party tools. The workflow will function as follows: Data Capture via WPForms: WPForms will serve as the primary interface for data collection. Users can fill out forms for specific purposes, such as submitting listings, testimonials, or content updates. Mapping to ACF Fields: Custom code or integrations (e.g., via hooks, REST API, or a tool like Zapier/Make) will map the form submissions to specific ACF fields. Each field in WPForms will correspond directly to an ACF field to ensure data is accurately structured and ready for display. Integration with Divi: ACF fields populated by form submissions will dynamically connect to Divi modules using Divi’s built-in dynamic content capabilities. This allows for real-time updates on the front end, as Divi layouts will automatically pull data from the updated ACF fields without requiring manual intervention. Error Handling and Validation: The solution will include error-checking mechanisms to validate data during submission and before pushing it to ACF. This ensures only clean, accurate data is stored and displayed. Scalability: The system will be designed to handle new forms, additional ACF fields, and evolving Divi layouts without requiring significant rework. A modular structure will make updates easy to implement. Notifications and Logs: Automated notifications will be configured to alert administrators of successful submissions or errors. Logs will be maintained for troubleshooting and monitoring purposes. Technical Implementation Custom Code: PHP scripts and WordPress hooks (e.g., wpforms_process_complete or acf/save_post) will enable the automation of data handling. Third-Party Tools: Tools like Zapier or Make can create an API-based bridge between WPForms and ACF, reducing development complexity and ensuring reliability. Divi Integration: Divi’s native dynamic content feature will pull data from ACF fields into the visual builder, allowing for seamless updates. Expected Outcomes Efficiency: Automating the workflow will save time and reduce manual effort. Accuracy: Data integrity will be maintained, reducing errors associated with manual updates. Real-Time Updates: Changes will reflect on the site immediately after a form submission, enhancing user experience. Scalability: The system will accommodate future growth, including additional forms, fields, or design changes. This solution will transform how data flows from user submissions to the website’s front end, improving both backend operations and the end-user experience.</p>