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Eric Karkovack (895 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.
Pondering the Future of the WordPress Sidebar

Pondering the Future of the WordPress Sidebar

UX Design / WordPress

We take a trip back in time and examine what made the WordPress sidebar so special and share some potential sidebar ideas for a new era.

How to Manage Your Freelance To-Do List While Keeping Some Shred of Sanity

How to Manage Your Freelance To-Do List While Keeping Some Shred of Sanity

Freelance

A day in the life of a freelance web designer can be a real whirlwind. Without ever leaving your desk, you might be working on dozens of sites, communicating with…

At What Point Does Obsessing Over Design Become a Liability?

At What Point Does Obsessing Over Design Become a Liability?

Freelance / Web Design

Focussing too much on the design of a project can be done to death – or at least to the detriment of a project. We outline a few situations where the process can get in the way.

10 Examples of Using Over-Sized Titles in Web Design for Inspiration

10 Examples of Using Over-Sized Titles in Web Design for Inspiration

Inspiration / Web Design

A collection of beautifully designed websites that demonstrate how designers can successfully utilize large typography to convey a message.

Examining the Evolution of the Typical Web Design Client

Examining the Evolution of the Typical Web Design Client

Freelance

There has been a lot of change in client attitudes and expectations over the years. We take a closer look at some of the common themes.

How to Handle Dysfunctional Client Relationships in Web Design

How to Handle Dysfunctional Client Relationships in Web Design

Freelance

Navigating dysfunctional relationships in web design projects, with tips for communication and setting boundaries.

Better Design & Testing for Mobile Viewport Madness

Better Design & Testing for Mobile Viewport Madness

CSS / Web Design

We discuss the common pitfalls of mobile testing and share some tips for making your designs look great on every screen.

The Five Forgivable Sins of a Freelance Designer

The Five Forgivable Sins of a Freelance Designer

Freelance

The web is full of advice for freelance web designers. Certainly, I’ve offered up my share. But, while it’s often well-meaning, there is an unintended consequence. It can lead us…

How to Help Your Clients Master eCommerce

How to Help Your Clients Master eCommerce

Freelance / Web Design

We show you how, with a little patience, you can teach clients how to manage their eCommerce websites, and guide them toward success.

How to Evaluate the Value of Commercial WordPress Plugins

How to Evaluate the Value of Commercial WordPress Plugins

WordPress

Not all commercial WordPress plugins are created equal. We’ll help you evaluate whether a commercial plugin is worth the investment.

50 Cheatsheets & Guides for JavaScript

50 Cheatsheets & Guides for JavaScript

JavaScript

JavaScript is at the forefront of powering the web. To help you sort through it all, we have compiled this collection of cheatsheets and reference guides.

Hacked: What to Do When Your WordPress Website Has Been Compromised

Hacked: What to Do When Your WordPress Website Has Been Compromised

WordPress

It’s perfectly normal to feel scared or frustrated when your WordPress site has been compromised. Take a breath, and follow this guide for dealing with a hacked WordPress website.

Why Is Focusing on Long-Term Goals So Difficult?

Why Is Focusing on Long-Term Goals So Difficult?

Freelance

As tough as it sounds, having long-term goals is important and you need them to keep growing and evolving along with the web. The following are some ways to help you home in on the future of your design business.

How to Critique a Client’s Ideas

How to Critique a Client’s Ideas

Freelance

Building a website is a collaborative process. It works best when both clients and designers can openly exchange ideas.

8 React JavaScript Snippets That Improve Everyday UI Elements

8 React JavaScript Snippets That Improve Everyday UI Elements

JavaScript / UI Design

A collection of excellent snippets that demonstrate the impact React JavaScript library can have on a user interface.

Tips for Collaborating with Other Web Designers

Tips for Collaborating with Other Web Designers

Freelance / Web Design

Effective tips for web designers on successful collaboration, improving project outcomes, and team dynamics.

8 CSS & JavaScript Snippets for Creating Notification UIs

8 CSS & JavaScript Snippets for Creating Notification UIs

CSS / JavaScript / UI Design

A collection of CSS and JavaScript code snippets for creating unique notification and alert systems and UIs.

10 Free WordPress Plugins for Adding jQuery Effects to Your Site

10 Free WordPress Plugins for Adding jQuery Effects to Your Site

JavaScript / WordPress
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