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Eric Karkovack (900 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 & JavaScript Snippets for Creating Blog Layouts

8 CSS & JavaScript Snippets for Creating Blog Layouts

A collection of stunning CSS and JavaScript code snippets for creating modern blog homepages and single posts layouts.

Mistakes to Avoid in Your WordPress Website Redesign

Mistakes to Avoid in Your WordPress Website Redesign

We identify some of the common pitfalls when redesigning a WordPress website and show you how to prepare for a smoother transition process.

Things Your Web Design Clients Should Manage Themselves

Things Your Web Design Clients Should Manage Themselves

Learn why giving your web design clients more control over their projects and websites can lead to better outcomes for you.

8 CSS & JavaScript Snippets for Creating Hamburger Menus

8 CSS & JavaScript Snippets for Creating Hamburger Menus

We share a collection of CSS and JavaScript snippets that will allow you to enhance and expand the capabilities of your hamburger menus.

8 CSS & JavaScript Snippets for Custom Text Paths

8 CSS & JavaScript Snippets for Custom Text Paths

From wavy and circular paths to complex shapes and patterns, we share CSS and JavaScript snippets for creating custom text paths.

Changing Hands: Should You Worry When a WordPress Plugin Has a New Owner?

Changing Hands: Should You Worry When a WordPress Plugin Has a New Owner?

Recently, a number of big-name and trusted WordPress plugins have been sold. How concerned should we be? We try to make sense of it all.

10+ High-Quality Free CSS Button Libraries & Frameworks

10+ High-Quality Free CSS Button Libraries & Frameworks

Explore top CSS button libraries for web design. Find easy-to-use styles & animations to enhance your projects. Perfect for developers & designers.

8 Amazing Metallic Effects Built With CSS & JavaScript

8 Amazing Metallic Effects Built With CSS & JavaScript

Create realistic metallic effects with these CSS and JavaScript code snippets. Create metallic text, buttons, backgrounds, and more.

Is the ‘Fast & Cheap’ Website Still Realistic?

Is the ‘Fast & Cheap’ Website Still Realistic?

Should fast and cheap website design be tossed into the dustbin of history? We look at this old nemesis and wonder if it still has a place in modern web design.

The Case for Showing Freelance Clients Your Authentic Self

The Case for Showing Freelance Clients Your Authentic Self

There can be a stigma attached to letting clients see us we really are. We make the argument for dropping the façade and being yourself.

How to Change Your Web Design Business Strategy

How to Change Your Web Design Business Strategy

How to evolve your web design business strategy to stay competitive and meet changing market demands.

8 Code Snippets That Demonstrate the Power of CSS Grid

8 Code Snippets That Demonstrate the Power of CSS Grid