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Eric Karkovack (903 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.
Perusing the Digital Junk of a Web Designer

Perusing the Digital Junk of a Web Designer

Navigating the clutter of digital assets and tools that web designers accumulate, offering strategies for organization and efficiency.

Rethinking What It Means to Be a Web Designer

Rethinking What It Means to Be a Web Designer

Read about the shifting role of a web designer and the skills required to stay relevant in today’s fast-paced digital landscape.

The 8 Best Resources for Completely Free Stock Photos

The 8 Best Resources for Completely Free Stock Photos

A collection of the best websites for downloading free stock photos. Photos are high-res, many are CC0, and the quality of all is fantastic.

What I’ve Learned About WordPress Maintenance

What I’ve Learned About WordPress Maintenance

For the past decade, much of my design and development work has been centered around WordPress. I’ve spent a good bit of time both building and maintaining websites that utilize…

In Web Design, Easier Doesn’t Always Mean Better

In Web Design, Easier Doesn’t Always Mean Better

You can find solutions that make web design easier and cost-effective. However, it takes careful scrutiny to determine if that truly is the case.

How to Help Clients Round Out Their Ideas

How to Help Clients Round Out Their Ideas

Those first conversations between the client and designer are pivotal. This is where you’ll gain an understanding of a client’s thought process.

Beautiful Poster Art Created with CSS & JavaScript

Beautiful Poster Art Created with CSS & JavaScript

Posters are among the most common art forms. You probably had a few of them on your wall as a child. They cover the full spectrum of people, places, and…

How To Convince Clients To Invest in a Custom Website

How To Convince Clients To Invest in a Custom Website

Learn how to convince your clients that a custom website is worth the investment. Read tips and strategies to help you make a compelling case.

Tips on Writing Effective Website Documentation for Your Clients

Tips on Writing Effective Website Documentation for Your Clients

We share some tips for writing outstanding website documentation. The kind of tips your clients will thank you for!

6 Fantastic Resources for Learning React.js

6 Fantastic Resources for Learning React.js

A collection of the best resources for learning React.js. We have something for both beginners and more advanced users of the popular library.

How to Survive as a Web Designer with No Business Background

How to Survive as a Web Designer with No Business Background

Strategies for thriving as a web designer without a traditional business background, focusing on self-education and resourcefulness.

8 CSS & JavaScript Snippets That Feature Wood Textures

8 CSS & JavaScript Snippets That Feature Wood Textures