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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.
The Grumpy Designer Takes on WordPress Malware

The Grumpy Designer Takes on WordPress Malware

WordPress

While some professions fade over time, there will always be a need for web designers. Why? Because with each passing year, the job becomes more complex. New responsibilities arrive that…

Why Classic WordPress Themes Aren’t Going Away

Why Classic WordPress Themes Aren’t Going Away

WordPress

Despite all of the hype regarding block themes, classic themes continue to dominate the market receiving love from WordPress core.

Taking a Look at Google Analytics 4

Taking a Look at Google Analytics 4

Marketing / Web Design

With the help of a Google Analytics expert, we’ve put together a list of things you’ll need to know about the switch to GA4.

How Web Designers Working Remotely Can Thrive

How Web Designers Working Remotely Can Thrive

Freelance

If you need a little pick-me-up, we’re here to help! Today we offer some tips and techniques to help you thrive as a remote web designer.

WordPress Product Founders on What They Would Do Differently

WordPress Product Founders on What They Would Do Differently

WordPress

Incredible as it sounds, WordPress was initially released back in 2003. And it has evolved quite a bit during that time. It has become a mature, if ever-changing, platform for…

After Internet Explorer, Who Will Be the Web’s Next Nemesis?

After Internet Explorer, Who Will Be the Web’s Next Nemesis?

Web Design

While no longer having to support IE is a reason to celebrate, what will we do without our favorite nemesis? Who or what could replace it?

Areas Where AI Can (and Already Is) Benefitting Web Designers

Areas Where AI Can (and Already Is) Benefitting Web Designers

Web Design

We share some methods that AI can benefit web designers – including a few that you can take advantage of right now.

Should Freelance Web Designers Care about Web 3.0?

Should Freelance Web Designers Care about Web 3.0?

Freelance / Web Design

All hype aside, what does 3.0 mean for freelance web designers? Is it worth caring about? We explore what it might entail for the rest of us.

How to Ensure that the Grumpy Designer Never Buys Your Product

How to Ensure that the Grumpy Designer Never Buys Your Product

Web Design / WordPress

If you’re looking to win this grumpy designer over, you’d better avoid these shady sales tactics and practices.

Why Full Stack Web Development Is Still a Viable Path

Why Full Stack Web Development Is Still a Viable Path

Freelance / Web Design

It’s worth asking whether full stack web development is a realistic option in modern times. Can one person really do it all effectively?

What to Know Before Using Social Media APIs on Your Website

What to Know Before Using Social Media APIs on Your Website

Web Design

Tapping into a social media API shouldn’t be taken lightly. There are some risks involved and scenarios where it’s overkill.

How to Start Testing Your Website with a Screen Reader

How to Start Testing Your Website with a Screen Reader

Web Design

There’s no doubt as to the importance of building accessible websites. It’s a constant topic of discussion in the web design community. And, in my opinion, most designers want to…

Should Market Share Matter When Choosing a CMS?

Should Market Share Matter When Choosing a CMS?

Web Design / WordPress

When choosing a CMS, should market share factor into the decision? Should it matter at all? We attempt to answer those questions and more.

The Line Between Custom Websites and DIY is Becoming Blurred

The Line Between Custom Websites and DIY is Becoming Blurred

Web Design / WordPress

The line between custom and DIY is becoming increasingly blurred. What does “custom” even mean these days?

Exploring the WordPress Block Pattern Directory

Exploring the WordPress Block Pattern Directory

WordPress

We take you on a tour of the new Block Pattern Directory for WordPress and show you how to take advantage of it.

10 Outstanding Examples of Call-to-Actions Buttons for Inspiration

10 Outstanding Examples of Call-to-Actions Buttons for Inspiration

Inspiration / Web Design

The good old Call-to-Action (CTA) has become a staple of the web. They’re around to tell users exactly what we want them to do. Buy this book, download our free…

An Early Look at the WordPress Photo Directory

An Early Look at the WordPress Photo Directory

WordPress

The new WordPress Photo Directory is a place where users can download CC0 photos. We take an early look and discuss its potential.

Why ‘Grumpy Designer’ Is the Only Title I Want

Why ‘Grumpy Designer’ Is the Only Title I Want

Freelance
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