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What I’ve Learned About WordPress Maintenance

What I’ve Learned About WordPress Maintenance

WordPress

For the past decade, much of my design and development work has been centered around WordPress. I’ve spent a good bit of time both building and maintaining websites that utilize…

Is the WordPress Comment System Still Relevant?

Is the WordPress Comment System Still Relevant?

WordPress

The WordPress comment system is a feature that has survived the long haul. Although, should it still be as prominently featured within WordPress?

A Beginner’s Guide to Using WooCommerce

A Beginner’s Guide to Using WooCommerce

WordPress

With the worldwide expansion of the internet contributing to a huge increase in online sales, it is no wonder more business owners are looking to take their websites to the…

The Hidden Costs of a WordPress Theme

The Hidden Costs of a WordPress Theme

WordPress

The temptation to download a free or commercial WordPress theme is great for both pros and novices who want to build their own website. And it’s easy to see why….

How To Create Custom Blocks for Gutenberg with Block Lab

How To Create Custom Blocks for Gutenberg with Block Lab

WordPress

Of all the amazing things the new block editor (aka Gutenberg) for WordPress can do, the ability to create custom blocks is right at the top of the list. This…

How to Use WooCommerce Hooks

How to Use WooCommerce Hooks

WordPress

WooCommerce has proven itself to be a popular and formidable WordPress e-Commerce plugin. Its biggest strength is the fact that it can be customized in so many ways. There are…

Better Web Security Means Less Convenience – For Now

Better Web Security Means Less Convenience – For Now

Web Design / WordPress

We discuss the balance between increased web security and user convenience, analyzing how this impacts everyday online interactions.

The Risks of Not Logging Out of WordPress

The Risks of Not Logging Out of WordPress

WordPress

Learn why logging out of WordPress is crucial for security. A report reveals 60% of hacks stem from stolen session cookies. Simple steps can prevent this risk.

Why Modern CMS Shouldn’t Do Everything

Why Modern CMS Shouldn’t Do Everything

Web Design

Discover the pros and cons of relying on a modern CMS. Learn why specialization can provide a more efficient and flexible solution.

WordPress Offers Two Very Different Paths: That’s a Good Thing

WordPress Offers Two Very Different Paths: That’s a Good Thing

WordPress

Do we go with a battle-tested classic theme or opt for a newfangled block theme? Do we embrace the Block Editor or stick with the trusty Classic flavor?

WordPress Turns 20: Its Secrets of Success

WordPress Turns 20: Its Secrets of Success

WordPress

Let’s pretend we’re back in the year 2003. You and I are sitting in a coffee shop. And I casually mention this new blogging software called WordPress. We discuss some…

Why Full Stack Web Development Is Still a Viable Path

Why Full Stack Web Development Is Still a Viable Path

Freelance / Web Design

It’s worth asking whether full stack web development is a realistic option in modern times. Can one person really do it all effectively?

Should Market Share Matter When Choosing a CMS?

Should Market Share Matter When Choosing a CMS?

Web Design / WordPress

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

Web Design / WordPress

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

WordPress

We take you on a tour of the new Block Pattern Directory for WordPress and show you how to take advantage of it.

An Early Look at the WordPress Photo Directory

An Early Look at the WordPress Photo Directory

WordPress

The new WordPress Photo Directory is a place where users can download CC0 photos. We take an early look and discuss its potential.

Scenarios Where the WordPress Gutenberg Block Editor Replaces Custom Code

Scenarios Where the WordPress Gutenberg Block Editor Replaces Custom Code

WordPress

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

Despite Its Critics, jQuery Forges Ahead

Despite Its Critics, jQuery Forges Ahead

JavaScript / WordPress
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