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March

The Secret to Effortless WordPress Development: Discover the Advantages of WordPress Code Snippets

By Mike Bowden —  | |  
18 minute read — No Comments
Looking for a way to streamline your WordPress development process? Code snippets may be the answer! These small pieces of code can add functionality and save you time. Learn how to use snippets with WordPress, whether to use functions.php or a plugin and tips for quality coding. Popular plugins like Code Snippets Pro, WPCode, and WPCodeBox make adding and managing snippets on your site easy. Don't let coding be a burden. Harness the power of code snippets to make development effortless. Remember to double-check syntax, back up your site, and test in a development environment to avoid issues.
Using WordPress Code Snippets
14
February

Supercharge Your WordPress Site with Google PageSpeed Insights: A Step-by-Step Guide

By Mike Bowden —  | |  
12 minute read — No Comments
Looking to amplify your WordPress site's velocity? This in-depth guide to using Google PageSpeed Insights has got you covered. Get ready to delve into reducing page load times, improving your Google PageSpeed Insights score, and enhancing user experience and SEO rankings. Whether you're grappling with a sluggish page or striving to bolster your Google PageSpeed score, this comprehensive guide is packed with indispensable knowledge and tools to catapult your WordPress site into the realm of peak performance and optimization.
Supercharge Your WordPress Site with Google PageSpeed Insights
8
February

Don't Let Hackers Win: Essential Measures to Secure Your WordPress Site

By Mike Bowden —  | |  
9 minute read — No Comments
Securing your WordPress website is a critical concern in today's digital age. As WordPress grows in popularity, so does the likelihood of cyber-attacks and security breaches. But fret not! You can safeguard your online presence and secure sensitive information by utilizing the appropriate security plugins and adhering to established best practices. In this comprehensive guide, we delve into the top security plugins for WordPress, offering invaluable advice from experts on how to guard against malicious attacks. From strengthening your website's defenses to employing intricate passwords, this article has everything you need to know to maintain the security of your WordPress website.
Essential Measures to Secure Your WordPress Site
6
February

Optimizing Your WordPress Theme: A Guide to a Faster, Better Performing Site in 2023

By Mike Bowden —  | |  
10 minute read — No Comments
The theme of your WordPress website is the face of your brand, the foundation of functionality, and the essential element to offer a smooth user experience to your audience. With the significance it holds, it's imperative to optimize it for maximum design and performance. In addition, optimizing your WordPress theme can speed up your website's […]
Optimizing Your WordPress Theme
31
January

Exploring the Complexities of Image Optimization for WordPress

By Mike Bowden —  | |  
15 minute read — No Comments
Say goodbye to slow-loading images and hello to lightning-fast speed and stellar user experience with the ultimate guide to image optimization for WordPress! Get ready as we dive into the world of image optimization, exploring the ins and outs of powerful techniques and cutting-edge tools to help you take your website to the next level. From raster vs. vector images and lossless vs. lossy compression to JPEG, PNG, GIF, and WebP file formats, you'll uncover the secrets to optimizing every aspect of your images. Master the art of resizing and compression, and discuss tools like Photoshop, Canva, and the best image optimization plugins. Elevate your SEO with tips for proper file naming and using alt text and image sitemaps. And for the advanced optimizers, discover the world of CSS sprites and lazy loading, and unlock the power of a CDN.
Exploring the Complexities of Image Optimization for WordPress
27
January

To WordPress-Specific or not to WordPress-Specific: Weighing the Pros and Cons of WordPress Website Hosting

By Mike Bowden —  | |  
6 minute read — No Comments
Choosing a hosting provider is one of the most important decisions when building a website. And if you're using the popular content management system WordPress, you may wonder whether to use a WordPress-specific hosting option or a more generic provider. In this article, we'll explore the pros and cons of WordPress-specific hosting so you can […]
To WordPress-Specific or not to WordPress-Specific: Weighing the Pros and Cons of WordPress Website Hosting
23
January

Creating Killer Custom Post Types with ACF and Custom Post Type UI

By Mike Bowden —  | |  
8 minute read — No Comments
Are you looking to create custom post types on your WordPress site but need help figuring out where to start? This article will guide you through creating custom post types using Advanced Custom Fields (ACF) and Custom Post Type UI. I've got you covered, from understanding the benefits of custom post types to providing step-by-step instructions on configuring and using plugins. Learn how to enhance your website's content and user experience by creating custom post types today!
Creating Killer Custom Post Types with ACF and Custom Post Type UI
18
January

The Evolution of WordPress: From Simple Blogging Platform to Website Building Powerhouse

By Mike Bowden —  | |  
11 minute read — No Comments
Explore the evolution of WordPress, from its humble beginnings as a simple blogging platform to its current status as a powerful website-building tool. Learn about the history of WordPress, including key milestones and significant changes, and discover how the WordPress community and ecosystem have shaped the platform. In addition, discover the history of the WordPress UI, from its introduction to the latest version.
Understanding the History of WordPress: From Simple Blogging Platform to Website Building Powerhouse
17
January

10 Awesome Things You Can Use WordPress For - You Won't Believe #8!

By Mike Bowden —  | |  
10 minute read — No Comments
Oh, WordPress. The beloved content management system of web developers everywhere. It's versatile, easy to use, and customizable to the point of being able to create just about any website you can imagine. But even for those who have been using it for decades, some features and capabilities may still surprise us. In this article, we'll dive deep into some lesser-known but equally excellent ways to use WordPress. From creating custom post types to scheduling posts in advance, these advanced features will make your website-building process more efficient and give your site that extra oomph it needs to stand out.
10 Surprising Things WordPress Can do
16
January

Navigating the Challenges of Becoming a WordPress Development: A Day in the Life of a Developer

By Mike Bowden —  | |  
12 minute read — No Comments
Welcome to the exciting world of WordPress development! I'm here to give you the inside scoop on what it's like to be a WordPress developer. From discussing the basics of a WordPress developer's job to how to become a WordPress developer, it's all covered. Whether you want to be a front-end developer or a back-end developer, I cover all aspects of WordPress website development. I even throw in a few insights for those interested in becoming developers.
Navigating the Challenges of Becoming a WordPress Development: A Day in the Life of a Developer
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