Custom Booking & ZIP Code Area Filtering for Client Website
For this project, we developed a custom booking and location filtering system using WordPress, ACF, and Elementor.
The client needed a way for users to search available stops based on ZIP codes, with the flexibility to group multiple ZIPs under the same Area.
Key Features:
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Custom Query System integrated with Elementor Loop (
zip_filter), allowing searches by partial or exact ZIP code. -
Dynamic Area Mapping: Implemented a custom ACF Options Page where each area can define multiple ZIP codes (via repeater fields).
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Automatic Relationship Logic: When a user searches a ZIP code, the system identifies its corresponding Area and fetches all related “stops.”
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Taxonomy Integration: Created a custom taxonomy (
area) for better data organization and admin sorting. -
Caching Mechanism for optimized lookup performance, automatically rebuilt when posts or areas are updated.
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Elementor Forms Integration for booking management, where the form dynamically receives stop or ZIP code data and includes it upon submission.
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Admin Enhancements: Custom columns, sortable area fields, and intuitive data structure for easier management.
Result:
A fully automated, user-friendly booking system that dynamically filters and groups stops based on ZIP areas, with robust backend management for future scalability.