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Eric Karkovack (905 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 to Create a Custom User Role in WordPress

How to Create a Custom User Role in WordPress

We take a look at what custom user roles are in WordPress, why you’d want to use them, and a few different techniques for creating them.

Learn How to Display WordPress Custom Field Data With Blocks

Learn How to Display WordPress Custom Field Data With Blocks

Learn how to use the WordPress Block Bindings API to display custom field data—no plugin required. A simple walkthrough with real examples.

Can AI Site Builders Make WordPress Easier?

Can AI Site Builders Make WordPress Easier?

We discuss how AI site builders may support WordPress freelancers and agencies in the future, and where the current tools still fall short.

How to Add Custom Style Variations to WordPress Blocks

How to Add Custom Style Variations to WordPress Blocks

We’ll show you how to add custom styles to a WordPress block. When finished, you’ll have a real-world example to use as a basis for your ideas.

The Best Practices for Managing Your Client’s WordPress Sites

The Best Practices for Managing Your Client’s WordPress Sites

The more sites you build and manage for clients, the greater the responsibilities. So, how do you keep everything on track? Read on for best practices in managing your clients’ WordPress websites.

How AI Changed My Web Development Workflow

How AI Changed My Web Development Workflow

AI has changed my workflow. ChatGPT and Copilot have also changed how I approach development projects. Here’s a look at how AI has impacted me so far.

How to Onboard Your Clients With WordPress

How to Onboard Your Clients With WordPress

Learn practical methods to guide your clients in using WordPress, from simplifying the dashboard to providing tailored training and resources.

How to Build a Successful WordPress Membership Site

How to Build a Successful WordPress Membership Site

The idea of a membership website is quite broad. Really, it can be anything from an organization that charges members for access to content or a simple community bulletin board….

8 Handy AI Prompts to Speed Up Your WordPress Workflow

8 Handy AI Prompts to Speed Up Your WordPress Workflow

We share a collection of AI prompts that will help both experts and casual users speed up their WordPress development and content creation workflows.

What Print & Promotional Materials do Web Designers Need?

What Print & Promotional Materials do Web Designers Need?

Back in the web’s infancy, some thought it held the potential to usher in a “paperless” world. Well, that hasn’t happened just yet. Printed materials are still all around us….

A Quick Guide to Escaping PHP Data in WordPress

A Quick Guide to Escaping PHP Data in WordPress

Learn how to escape PHP data in WordPress to prevent security vulnerabilities. This quick guide helps developers write safer, more secure code.

Tips for Graphic Designers Who Want to Build Websites

Tips for Graphic Designers Who Want to Build Websites