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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.
10 Retro Video Games Recreated with HTML, JS & CSS

10 Retro Video Games Recreated with HTML, JS & CSS

A collection of classic video games that have been recreated with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Pac-Man, Super Mario Bros, Sonic, and more.

8 Password Field Forms Built with CSS & JavaScript

8 Password Field Forms Built with CSS & JavaScript

A combination of aesthetically pleasing and functional CSS & JS snippets that range from simple password fields to password generation utilities.

8 Comic-Inspired Snippets Powered by CSS & JavaScript

8 Comic-Inspired Snippets Powered by CSS & JavaScript

We share a collection of copy and paste CSS and JavaScript code snippets you can use to create highly creative comic-style UI designs.

30 Cheatsheets & Guides for WordPress Theme Development

30 Cheatsheets & Guides for WordPress Theme Development

We have a collection of cheatsheets and guides to help you along your WordPress journey. All useful, regardless of how you use the CMS.

8 CSS & JavaScript Snippets for Creating Audio Visualizations

8 CSS & JavaScript Snippets for Creating Audio Visualizations

A collection of JavaScript and CSS snippets that bring a visual element to sound. Some work with audio files, while others merely facsimile the effect.

8 CSS Snippets That Demonstrate the Power of Shadow Effects

8 CSS Snippets That Demonstrate the Power of Shadow Effects

A collection of useful code snippets that demonstrate the usefulness and what you can fully achieve with CSS shadow effects.

Understanding Essential WordPress Terms & Concepts

Understanding Essential WordPress Terms & Concepts

WordPress tends to struggle with messaging. Could it harm its long-term future? What could be done to create a more user-friendly vocabulary?

Why The Grumpy Designer Is Wary of AI’s Confidence

Why The Grumpy Designer Is Wary of AI’s Confidence

AI speaks with confidence, but that doesn’t mean it’s right. The Grumpy Designer explores why self-assured answers can mislead users and what AI tools should do instead.

8 CSS & JavaScript Snippets for Creating Testimonial UIs

8 CSS & JavaScript Snippets for Creating Testimonial UIs

Free CSS & JavaScript snippets that show how color, movement, and typography contribute to building a stunning testimonial UI.

10 CSS Snippets for Creating Unique Background Effects

10 CSS Snippets for Creating Unique Background Effects

By combining CSS with a sprinkle of JavaScript, you can create some truly creative background effects, as these code snippets demonstrate.

8 CSS & JavaScript Snippets for Creating Halftone Effects

8 CSS & JavaScript Snippets for Creating Halftone Effects

Discover various CSS and JavaScript snippets for adding halftone patterns to your web designs and making them interactive.

How to Get the Best Technical Support for WordPress Plugins

How to Get the Best Technical Support for WordPress Plugins