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Eric Karkovack (921 Articles)

Eric Karkovack is a web designer and WordPress expert with over two decades of experience. You can visit his business site here. He recently started a writing service for WordPress products: WP Product Writeup. He also has an opinion on just about every subject. You can follow his rants on Bluesky @karks.com.
Tips for Hosting Your Client’s WordPress Website

Tips for Hosting Your Client’s WordPress Website

A practical guide to hosting WordPress sites for clients. Learn how to stay secure, stay in control, and avoid common hosting mistakes.

Should Freelancers Advertise Their Pricing?

Should Freelancers Advertise Their Pricing?

Should freelance designers or developers list prices on their website? Learn the pros and cons of public pricing, from setting expectations to avoiding undercutting competitors.

How to Choose the Right Fonts for Your Website

How to Choose the Right Fonts for Your Website

Too much choice makes for harder decisions. With that in mind, here are some tips for choosing the right fonts for your website.

Tips for Building a Performant WordPress Website

Tips for Building a Performant WordPress Website

Want a faster WordPress site? Learn how to boost performance with better hosting, lightweight themes, optimized images, and smart caching strategies.

Use AI to Enhance – Not Replace – Your WordPress Expertise

Use AI to Enhance – Not Replace – Your WordPress Expertise

AI can speed up WordPress development, but overreliance can hurt your workflow. Learn how to use AI tools effectively without losing control of your code.

How to Be the Leader Your Web Design Clients Need

How to Be the Leader Your Web Design Clients Need

Leadership is the best defense against a stalled web project. It also helps you deliver a better outcome. Here’s how to use your skills to get things moving in the right direction.

20 Best Free WooCommerce Plugins for WordPress

20 Best Free WooCommerce Plugins for WordPress

This collection of free WooCommerce extensions will add some powerful features to your WordPress store without costing a penny.

Should Your Agency Focus on WooCommerce Projects?

Should Your Agency Focus on WooCommerce Projects?

Is WooCommerce the right niche for your WordPress agency? Explore its pros and cons, from flexibility and growth potential to the real costs of building expertise.

How to Make Wise Investments in Your Design Business

How to Make Wise Investments in Your Design Business

We take a look at those web design business items that you might be tempted to purchase, whether they’re worth it or not.

Why Fixing Websites Is a Growth Opportunity for Freelancers

Why Fixing Websites Is a Growth Opportunity for Freelancers

Think of all the broken or poorly maintained websites out there. An enterprising freelance web designer could focus on these clients.

How to Target Design Elements with the CSS :not Pseudo-Class

How to Target Design Elements with the CSS :not Pseudo-Class

:not allows you to target elements that do not match a list of provided selectors. The result is more control over niche design features.

The Best Practices for Managing Your Client’s WordPress Sites

The Best Practices for Managing Your Client’s WordPress Sites