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Eric Karkovack (795 Articles)

Eric Karkovack is a web designer 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 Twitter @karks88.
Here’s What It Was like to Build a Website in the 90s

Here’s What It Was like to Build a Website in the 90s

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Web Design

Building a website in the 90s was undeniably different. We made mistakes, but that’s OK, as the lessons learned have brought us to the present.

The Difference Between Cheap & Budget Clients

The Difference Between Cheap & Budget Clients

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Freelance Design / Web Design

A cheap client will expect you to bend to their needs. While a budget client will be happy to compromise. Make sure you choose wisely.

Is the ‘Fast & Cheap’ Website Still Realistic?

Is the ‘Fast & Cheap’ Website Still Realistic?

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Freelance Design / Web Design

Should fast and cheap website design be tossed into the dustbin of history? We look at this old nemesis and wonder if it still has a place in modern web design.

What My Old Design Projects Have Taught Me

What My Old Design Projects Have Taught Me

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Web Design

I’ve felt embarrassed when looking through my old projects. But time brings perspective. Eventually, you start to see things in a different light.

Get into the Halloween Spirit with These Spooky Snippets

Get into the Halloween Spirit with These Spooky Snippets

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CSS / JavaScript

Creative examples of how you can turn CSS, HTML & JS into something spooky. Turn the lights down and prepare yourself for some Halloween fun!

Do All of the Projects in Your Portfolio Look the Same? That’s OK.

Do All of the Projects in Your Portfolio Look the Same? That’s OK.

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Freelance Design / Web Design

Should you worry if all of your design projects look similar? Of course not. It may mean that you’re particularly successful in one specific area of design.

8 CSS & JavaScript Snippets for Creating Blur Effects

8 CSS & JavaScript Snippets for Creating Blur Effects

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CSS / JavaScript

We share some excellent examples of CSS & JavaScript blur effects. They are a surefire way of making a design element stand out.

Do Web Designers Need to Know About Their Clients’ Niche?

Do Web Designers Need to Know About Their Clients’ Niche?

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Freelance Design / Web Design

Web designers work with diverse clients, spanning many industries. Some prefer niche expertise, but in today’s web landscape, focusing on client needs is more important.

What’s in a Word? WordPress Terminology at a Crossroads

What’s in a Word? WordPress Terminology at a Crossroads

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WordPress

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

In Web Design, Easier Doesn’t Always Mean Better

In Web Design, Easier Doesn’t Always Mean Better

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Freelance Design / Web Design

You can find solutions that make web design easier and cost-effective. However, it takes careful scrutiny to determine if that truly is the case.

8 CSS Snippets for Creating Stylish Drop Caps

8 CSS Snippets for Creating Stylish Drop Caps

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CSS

A collection of eight CSS code snippets for creating elegant, professional and accessible drop caps. Add creative flair to your plain text!

How to Balance Client Needs vs. Your Portfolio

How to Balance Client Needs vs. Your Portfolio

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Freelance Design / Web Design
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