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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.
8 CSS & JavaScript Snippets for Reflection & Refraction Effects

8 CSS & JavaScript Snippets for Reflection & Refraction Effects

The simple act of light reflecting off of or refracting through a surface can produce stunning visuals. We see it every day in the physical world. It might be the…

8 Handy AI Prompts to Speed Up Your WordPress Workflow

8 Handy AI Prompts to Speed Up Your WordPress Workflow

We share a collection of AI prompts that will help both experts and casual users speed up their WordPress development and content creation workflows.

What Print & Promotional Materials do Web Designers Need?

What Print & Promotional Materials do Web Designers Need?

Back in the web’s infancy, some thought it held the potential to usher in a “paperless” world. Well, that hasn’t happened just yet. Printed materials are still all around us….

How to Choose the Right Online Web Development Course

How to Choose the Right Online Web Development Course

The educational opportunities on offer to web designers are nearly endless. But how can you be sure that a course is right for you?

10 CSS Code Snippets for Responsive Text Techniques

10 CSS Code Snippets for Responsive Text Techniques

We take a look at a number of different approaches you can take to implement responsive text into your web design layouts.

A Quick Guide to Escaping PHP Data in WordPress

A Quick Guide to Escaping PHP Data in WordPress

Learn how to escape PHP data in WordPress to prevent security vulnerabilities. This quick guide helps developers write safer, more secure code.

How to Resolve Pain Points in Your Client’s WordPress Workflow

How to Resolve Pain Points in Your Client’s WordPress Workflow

WordPress is powerful but not always easy for clients to use. Learn how to streamline workflows, reduce pain points, and keep websites manageable.

Tips for Graphic Designers Who Want to Build Websites

Tips for Graphic Designers Who Want to Build Websites

For those making the transition from print to the web, we share tips on what subjects to study, potential pitfalls, and key concepts to keep in mind.

How to Successfully Migrate Your Website to WordPress

How to Successfully Migrate Your Website to WordPress

There are several obstacles you need to overcome while migrating to WordPress. Here are some tips to make the process as smooth as possible.

Best Practices for Your WordPress Theme’s functions.php File

Best Practices for Your WordPress Theme’s functions.php File

Should your custom code go in functions.php or a plugin? This guide explains best practices for organizing snippets and avoiding future site problems.

8 CSS Grid Snippets for Creating Common Website Layouts

8 CSS Grid Snippets for Creating Common Website Layouts

A collection of common website layout concepts built using CSS grid. Each one demonstrates how they can make life easier for web designers.

Signs Your WordPress Website Has Outgrown Its Hosting

Signs Your WordPress Website Has Outgrown Its Hosting