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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.
When Website Builder Tools Get in the Way of Best Practices

When Website Builder Tools Get in the Way of Best Practices

Web Design / WordPress

Website builders aim to simplify the design and build processes. But they take control of the output, and there’s no guarantee they’ll employ best practices.

How WordPress Agencies Can Improve Site Building Efficiency

How WordPress Agencies Can Improve Site Building Efficiency

Freelance / WordPress

Improved efficiency allows you to level up your WordPress design agency. We’re all about improving the site-building process without cutting corners. We share how to make it a reality.

Tips for Building a Performant WordPress Website

Tips for Building a Performant WordPress Website

WordPress

Want a faster WordPress site? Learn how to boost performance with better hosting, lightweight themes, optimized images, and smart caching strategies.

Use AI to Enhance – Not Replace – Your WordPress Expertise

Use AI to Enhance – Not Replace – Your WordPress Expertise

WordPress

AI can speed up WordPress development, but overreliance can hurt your workflow. Learn how to use AI tools effectively without losing control of your code.

How To Protect Media Files Uploaded to WordPress

How To Protect Media Files Uploaded to WordPress

WordPress

WordPress uploads are public by default, so your files can be hotlinked or pulled into search results. This article shows server-level hotlink blocking, noindex headers, and ways to protect attachment pages.

How to Build Client-Proof WordPress Websites

How to Build Client-Proof WordPress Websites

WordPress

Handing off a new WordPress website to a client offers a great feeling of satisfaction. You provide a pixel-perfect rendering of a brand’s online presence and hope it plays a…

Learn How to Display WordPress Custom Field Data With Blocks

Learn How to Display WordPress Custom Field Data With Blocks

WordPress

Learn how to use the WordPress Block Bindings API to display custom field data—no plugin required. A simple walkthrough with real examples.

How to Make Wise Investments in Your Design Business

How to Make Wise Investments in Your Design Business

Freelance / WordPress

We take a look at those web design business items that you might be tempted to purchase, whether they’re worth it or not.

Should Your Agency Focus on WooCommerce Projects?

Should Your Agency Focus on WooCommerce Projects?

WordPress

Is WooCommerce the right niche for your WordPress agency? Explore its pros and cons, from flexibility and growth potential to the real costs of building expertise.

6 Best Plugins for Adding Two-Factor Authentication (TFA) to WordPress

6 Best Plugins for Adding Two-Factor Authentication (TFA) to WordPress

WordPress

We explore what two-factor authentication actually is and take a look at a few WordPress plugins that will help you add this feature with minimal effort.

How to Build a Custom WordPress Block With Telex

How to Build a Custom WordPress Block With Telex

WordPress

Learn how Telex from Automattic helps you build custom WordPress blocks with plain language prompts, test them in Playground, and export them as installable plugins.

Why Fixing Websites Is a Growth Opportunity for Freelancers

Why Fixing Websites Is a Growth Opportunity for Freelancers

Freelance / WordPress
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