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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.
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

Individuality is at the very core of freelancing. It’s the need to do things your own way. We take a how you can pave your own path.

FOMOOP – Fear of Missing Out on Projects

FOMOOP – Fear of Missing Out on Projects

Freelance

Addressing the fear of missing out on projects, with strategies for managing workload and maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Freelancers: How Much Work Is Too Much?

Freelancers: How Much Work Is Too Much?

Freelance

For freelancers, exploring the fine line between ample work and overcommitment, and how to find the right balance.

Tips for Becoming a Healthier Freelance Designer

Tips for Becoming a Healthier Freelance Designer

Freelance

Tips for maintaining a healthier lifestyle as a freelancer, emphasizing the balance between work and well-being.

What My Old Design Projects Have Taught Me

What My Old Design Projects Have Taught Me

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.

How to Identify Your Ideal Web Design Projects

How to Identify Your Ideal Web Design Projects

Freelance

We explore what the ideal web design project looks like and share some tips for positioning your freelance business to find them.

How to Become a Greener Freelancer

How to Become a Greener Freelancer

Freelance / Web Design

Tips for freelancers on adopting eco-friendly practices, contributing to a greener and more sustainable industry.

The Good & Bad of Stock Photography

The Good & Bad of Stock Photography

Photography / Web Design

We look at the impact stock photography has had on web design, covering both the good and the bad. Plus, tips for finding the best images.

8 CSS & JavaScript Neumorphism Effect Snippets

8 CSS & JavaScript Neumorphism Effect Snippets

CSS / UI Design

The web design industry has always been great at throwing around buzzwords. One of the most recent examples is neumorphism – which is supposedly the “new skeuomorphic” for design elements….

8 CSS Snippets for Creating the Glassmorphism Effect

8 CSS Snippets for Creating the Glassmorphism Effect

CSS / UI Design

A collection of glassmorphism effects built with CSS. They range from common UI elements like buttons to more complex creations.

What to Look For in Maintenance-Only Clients

What to Look For in Maintenance-Only Clients

Freelance / WordPress

Are you looking for maintenance-only web design clients? Here are some things to consider, along with how to determine your business goals.

How Old-School Technologies Still Shape Web Development

How Old-School Technologies Still Shape Web Development

Web Design

Many old-school technologies have evolved. Others have faded into the background. But we still rely on them. Perhaps more than we think.

How Writing Can Help Your Web Design Career

How Writing Can Help Your Web Design Career

Freelance / Web Design
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