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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.
Are Design Client Meetings a Thing of the Past?

Are Design Client Meetings a Thing of the Past?

Debating whether client meetings have become obsolete in the digital age, exploring alternatives for collaboration.

8 Animated CSS & JavaScript Code Snippets That Celebrate Summer

8 Animated CSS & JavaScript Code Snippets That Celebrate Summer

There’s a reason why so many of us look forward to summer. It provides an opportunity to get outdoors and away from our desks. Then there’s the chance to spend…

The Silly Side of Code Snippets

The Silly Side of Code Snippets

Sometimes the daily grind of web design can make us take things a little too seriously. While that’s good for getting things done, it can also drain us of the…

How to Determine Which Skills You Should Learn

How to Determine Which Skills You Should Learn

When you take a look around at various web design publications, you often see headlines touting the next big thing. It might be a tool, a programming language or a…

Tips for Converting an Existing WordPress Website to Use the Gutenberg Block Editor

Tips for Converting an Existing WordPress Website to Use the Gutenberg Block Editor

For new projects, going with Gutenberg is a great option. But what about existing websites? We take you through the conversion process and potential risks.

Snippets That Demonstrate the Power of Vue.js

Snippets That Demonstrate the Power of Vue.js

When it comes to JavaScript frameworks, Vue.js is one of the most popular choices. The package enables for the creation of complex user interfaces in relatively short order. And it…

Code as an Ode to Hackers

Code as an Ode to Hackers

Over the last 40 years or so, it seems that society has become fascinated by the art hacking.  Of course, the nefarious kind is always of concern when it comes…

Styleguide Toolbox – Templates, UI Kits, Tools & Generators

Styleguide Toolbox – Templates, UI Kits, Tools & Generators

CSS

A consistent style is vital to brand recognition, readability and looks more professional. We’ve many free templates, UI kits, and tools to create your own.

What Will the Freelance Web Design Business Look Like Post-Pandemic?

What Will the Freelance Web Design Business Look Like Post-Pandemic?

We’ve been wondering what things will look like post-pandemic and have taken a look at how things may change for freelancers once social distancing ends and we get back to normal.

Why the Grumpy Designer Will Keep Working from Home, Thank You

Why the Grumpy Designer Will Keep Working from Home, Thank You

The Grumpy Designer’s declaration to continue working from home, valuing comfort over office life.

10 Examples of High-End Artwork Recreated with Code

10 Examples of High-End Artwork Recreated with Code

They say that code is poetry. While that may be the case, code can also be used as a building block for other artforms as well. Combining code with more…

Code Snippets That Pay Homage to Apple Devices

Code Snippets That Pay Homage to Apple Devices