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Eric Karkovack (885 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.
The Types of Plugins that Every WordPress Site Needs

The Types of Plugins that Every WordPress Site Needs

WordPress

They don’t necessarily do anything fancy, but they are the types of WordPress plugins vital to your site’s success.

How to Make Content-Heavy WordPress Sites More User-Friendly

How to Make Content-Heavy WordPress Sites More User-Friendly

WordPress

There are a number of options for improving content-heavy WordPress sites. We share some techniques and link to plugins that will help get the job done.

8 CSS Snippets for Creating Interactive Web Elements

8 CSS Snippets for Creating Interactive Web Elements

CSS / UI Design

We share a handful of code snippets that you can use for creating common interactive elements using just simple HTML and CSS.

Tips for Building Online Courses with WordPress

Tips for Building Online Courses with WordPress

WordPress

Check out our tips for building online courses with WordPress. We’ll provide you with a plethora of things to consider from the very start.

What’s the Environmental Impact of Your Website?

What’s the Environmental Impact of Your Website?

Web Design

We examine the relationship between the web and the planet. We’ll show you how to measure your website’s impact and offer tips for reducing its carbon footprint.

How Improving Efficiency Can Make You a Better Designer

How Improving Efficiency Can Make You a Better Designer

Freelance

Practical advice to streamline workflow, improve productivity, and communication strategies to help you become a better designer.

10 CSS Snippets for Adding Creativity to HTML Lists

10 CSS Snippets for Adding Creativity to HTML Lists

CSS / UI Design

The HTML list is one of the true survivors in the throwaway world of web design. Trends come and go, but both ordered <ol> and unordered <ul> lists are still…

When Do You Need a Custom WordPress Gutenberg Block?

When Do You Need a Custom WordPress Gutenberg Block?

WordPress

The WordPress Gutenberg block editor empowers web developers to build a custom content creation experience. Through the use of custom blocks, it’s possible to add just about any layout or…

What Web Designers and Their Clients Need to Know About SEO

What Web Designers and Their Clients Need to Know About SEO

Web Design

The following is a Q&A with Yoast content manager Edwin Toonen, where we dive into what you and your clients need to know about SEO.

The Modern Challenges of Starting a Freelance Web Design Business

The Modern Challenges of Starting a Freelance Web Design Business

Freelance

As a new freelance designer, how can you thrive in modern times? We take a look at the challenges and how to successfully navigate them.

Advice for Beginners That Are Starting in Web Design

Advice for Beginners That Are Starting in Web Design

Freelance / Web Design

Whether you are looking for a professional career or to pick up a new hobby, we will help to guide you towards becoming a web designer.

The Five Inconvenient Truths of Web Design

The Five Inconvenient Truths of Web Design

Freelance

Unveiling the hard truths about web design, challenging misconceptions, and highlighting the realities of the profession.

8 CSS & JS Snippets for Creating eCommerce Components

8 CSS & JS Snippets for Creating eCommerce Components

CSS / JavaScript / UI Design

These copy & paste CSS & JavaScript UI concepts can be applied to any eCommerce site. Convert window shoppers into fully-fledged customers!

The Reasons Why Freelance Web Designers Fail

The Reasons Why Freelance Web Designers Fail

Freelance

Common reasons why freelance web designers struggle and practical advice for overcoming these challenges to succeed.

The Bad Freelance Habits You Should Avoid

The Bad Freelance Habits You Should Avoid

Freelance

Bad freelance habits have the potential to wreak havoc. Let’s have a look at what can go wrong and how to fix it.

8 CSS Snippets That Bring Claymorphism to Life

8 CSS Snippets That Bring Claymorphism to Life

CSS / UI Design

We have a fun collection of CSS code snippets that will allow you to copy & paste Claymorphic UI elements into your designs.

Beyond Money: The Hidden Benefits of Web Design Projects

Beyond Money: The Hidden Benefits of Web Design Projects

Freelance

Not all website design gigs are created equally. The truth is that they will all vary in terms of compensation, scope and the overall experience you have. But just about…

How to Pave Your Own Path as a Freelancer

How to Pave Your Own Path as a Freelancer

Freelance
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