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Eric Karkovack (897 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.
How WordPress Media Management Can Be Improved

How WordPress Media Management Can Be Improved

Learn how to improve your WordPress media management with these tips. From organizing files to optimizing performance, we’ve got you covered.

How Web Designers Are Adapting to Industry Changes

How Web Designers Are Adapting to Industry Changes

In my thoroughly unscientific observation, web designers appear to be frustrated with the state of things. We take a look at why that is.

Even With Tools Like AI, Building a Great Website Is Still Hard

Even With Tools Like AI, Building a Great Website Is Still Hard

Web design is becoming increasingly automated, but building a great website requires much more than a slick UI or advanced algorithm.

How Social Media Uncertainty Reinforces the Importance of Websites

How Social Media Uncertainty Reinforces the Importance of Websites

In the early days of Facebook, I recall having a few conversations with people who wondered if the platform may one day serve as a website replacement. Facebook Pages, after…

Why You Should Conduct Annual Website Audits

Why You Should Conduct Annual Website Audits

We share some tips for auditing your own websites and those you manage for clients and what you can learn along the way.

Am I Developer Enough?

Am I Developer Enough?

Addressing self-doubt in the tech industry, exploring what it means to be “developer enough” and how to embrace your skills.

The Grumpy Designer’s 2023 Preview

The Grumpy Designer’s 2023 Preview

As with years past, my focus will be on things that matter to web designers. It’s all about the notable tools, people, and technology that keep our industry interesting.

The Grumpy Designer Asks: Are You Tired?

The Grumpy Designer Asks: Are You Tired?

Let’s talk about the pressures we face as freelance web designers, and maybe we’ll find some healthy ways to cope with them.

The Grumpy Designer Takes on WordPress Malware

The Grumpy Designer Takes on WordPress Malware

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

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

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