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Eric Karkovack (820 Articles)

Eric Karkovack is a web designer 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 Twitter @karks88.
Why Fixing Websites Is a Growth Opportunity for Freelancers

Why Fixing Websites Is a Growth Opportunity for Freelancers

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Freelance Design / WordPress

Think of all the broken or poorly maintained websites out there. An enterprising freelance web designer could focus on these clients.

Use ChatGPT to Export Data from a WordPress Database

Use ChatGPT to Export Data from a WordPress Database

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WordPress

Learn how ChatGPT can help extract data from multiple WordPress plugins for quicker and easier data handling.

Here Are the Biggest Mistakes Freelance Web Designers Make

Here Are the Biggest Mistakes Freelance Web Designers Make

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Freelance Design

Here are the biggest mistakes freelance web designers typically make. I’ve experienced them all. Read on to learn how to avoid them.

An Ode to Hello Dolly with Matt Mullenweg

An Ode to Hello Dolly with Matt Mullenweg

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WordPress

WordPress has been around for over 20 years. Part of its continuing popularity stems from how extensible it is. A skilled developer can make the content management system (CMS) do…

8 CSS & JavaScript Snippets for Awesome Reveal Effects

8 CSS & JavaScript Snippets for Awesome Reveal Effects

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CSS / JavaScript

A collection of copy and paste CSS and JavaScript code snippets for creating animated reveal effects.

How WordPress Democratizes Publishing & Fuels an Economy

How WordPress Democratizes Publishing & Fuels an Economy

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WordPress

It seems like an odd mix on the surface. On one hand, WordPress is a content management system (CMS) that aims to democratize publishing. It’s right there in the mission…

Creativity Hasn’t Left Web Design – It’s Just Different

Creativity Hasn’t Left Web Design – It’s Just Different

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UX Design / Web Design

It sometimes feels like web design has lost its creative flair. Has it? Or have we changed how we use our creativity?

What to Do When Your Website Faces a Major Software Change

What to Do When Your Website Faces a Major Software Change

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Web Design / WordPress

Updates to system software and site components mean extra work. Here are some tips for managing those software changes that may impact your website.

Why Do Web Design Projects Come to a Standstill?

Why Do Web Design Projects Come to a Standstill?

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Freelance Design

We talk about the most common reasons why web design projects come to a halt, and get tips to avoid delays and maintain momentum.

Things That Keep the Grumpy Designer Awake at Night

Things That Keep the Grumpy Designer Awake at Night

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Freelance Design / Web Design

A dive into the web-related issues that keep the Grumpy Designer up at night. Make a cup of coffee and join us on this nerve-wracking journey.

Better Web Security Means Less Convenience – For Now

Better Web Security Means Less Convenience – For Now

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Web Design / WordPress

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

Has Web Design Become Too Complex for Freelancers?

Has Web Design Become Too Complex for Freelancers?

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Freelance Design / Web Design
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