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Eric Karkovack (834 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.
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.

Essential WordPress Block Theme Features for Web Designers

Essential WordPress Block Theme Features for Web Designers

The number of block themes is increasing, yet not all cater to the needs of web designers. We explore those key block theme features designed for professionals.

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.

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.

The Ingredients of a Great WordPress Plugin

The Ingredients of a Great WordPress Plugin

What makes a WordPress plugin great? How do you quantify something so subjective? We attempt to answer these questions.

8 CSS & JavaScript Snippets for Creating Realistic Liquid Effects

8 CSS & JavaScript Snippets for Creating Realistic Liquid Effects

A collection of liquid effects CSS & JavaScript snippets that are incredibly realistic, while others are reminiscent of a sci-fi fantasy.

5 Common Tasks That ChatGPT Can Perform for Web Developers

5 Common Tasks That ChatGPT Can Perform for Web Developers

We take a look at a few common tasks that ChatGPT can perform for web developers. You might be surprised at some of its capabilities.

Things You Should Know Before Customizing WordPress

Things You Should Know Before Customizing WordPress