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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.
What to Know Before Using Social Media APIs on Your Website

What to Know Before Using Social Media APIs on Your Website

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

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?

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

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

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

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

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

Let’s stop chasing a particular title or letting ourselves be defined by one. Instead, focus on tangible results.

Scenarios Where the WordPress Gutenberg Block Editor Replaces Custom Code

Scenarios Where the WordPress Gutenberg Block Editor Replaces Custom Code

A look at some of the scenarios where WordPress Gutenberg blocks can replace custom coding and speed up the development process.

The 2021 WordPress Year in Review

The 2021 WordPress Year in Review

Now that we’ve reached the end of 2021, we take a look at the biggest developments in the world of WordPress.

The Grumpy Designer’s 2022 Preview

The Grumpy Designer’s 2022 Preview

These aren’t the play-it-safe web design predictions you’ll see elsewhere. They are the boldest of the boldest predictions for 2022.

Don’t Let Legacy Software Stop You from Adopting the Latest Web Technologies

Don’t Let Legacy Software Stop You from Adopting the Latest Web Technologies