WordPress Plugins, Themes & Tutorials

Powering over 43% of all sites on the web, WordPress is the most widely used CMS for building websites. Written in PHP, it’s open-source and highly extendable, which makes it a reliable choice for custom web projects of any size.

We cover practical topics like theme development, plugin recommendations, hosting comparisons, and AI prompts. Whether setting up a basic site, eCommerce store, or building something even more complex, you will find guidance here that’s based on real projects.

Our WordPress articles focus on what works, what breaks, and what to avoid. You’ll also find useful tips on performance, security, SEO, and block-based design.

The goal is simple: help you build better WordPress websites with fewer problems along the way.

AI Presents Many Challenges for Web Designers

AI Presents Many Challenges for Web Designers

We discuss the key challenges in incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) into their design process and its impact on design trends and UX.

Why The Grumpy Designer Is Wary of AI’s Confidence

Why The Grumpy Designer Is Wary of AI’s Confidence

AI speaks with confidence, but that doesn’t mean it’s right. The Grumpy Designer explores why self-assured answers can mislead users and what AI tools should do instead.

The Problem With Wrangling User Data in WordPress

The Problem With Wrangling User Data in WordPress

Exporting WordPress user data is not always as easy as pulling from wp_usermeta. Learn why membership plugins and custom database tables can make simple reports harder than expected.

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.

What Exactly is WordPress?

What Exactly is WordPress?

If you’re new to WordPress, we cover some of the basics of what WordPress actually is, installation types, and some tips for using it.

The 10 Best Plugins for Adding eCommerce to WordPress

The 10 Best Plugins for Adding eCommerce to WordPress

We share the best eCommerce WordPress plugins on the market and provide you with background info on what types of shops they are suited for.

10 Free WordPress Plugins for Adding jQuery Effects to Your Site

10 Free WordPress Plugins for Adding jQuery Effects to Your Site

For a simple way of adding various jQuery effects or functionality to your site, these outstanding free WordPress plugins are up to the task.

The Pros & Cons of Customizing WooCommerce

The Pros & Cons of Customizing WooCommerce

It’s great that you can make WooCommerce your own. But customization comes with risks, so here are some tips to help you along the way.

The Challenges of WordPress’ Massive Market Share

The Challenges of WordPress’ Massive Market Share

We take a look at the biggest challenges facing WordPress (as we see them) and discuss how its size impacts the efforts to tackle them.

The Types of Plugins that Every WordPress Site Needs

The Types of Plugins that Every WordPress Site Needs

They don’t necessarily do anything fancy, but they are the types of WordPress plugins vital to your site’s success.

How Security Is Driving up the Cost of Website Maintenance

How Security Is Driving up the Cost of Website Maintenance

Security’s impact on website maintenance demands its inclusion in our pricing. We examine the challenges and the resulting surge in costs.

When Do You Need a Custom WordPress Gutenberg Block?

When Do You Need a Custom WordPress Gutenberg Block?