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How to Create a Knowledge Base (And the Tools You’ll Need to Do It)

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Tom Rankin

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Design, Development

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January 14, 2020

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Whether you’re looking to provide information to customers, clients, or your own internal team, communication takes time and resources. Consequently, you may wonder whether there’s a way to provide valuable information in a more efficient way. Fortunately, knowledge bases are an effective way to provide both frontline support to customers as well as helpful information internally. Creating a knowledge base can also have a big Return On Investment (ROI). Developers especially should view it as an essential part of any online service or product. In this article, we’ll look at the ins and outs of creating a knowledge base. We’ll […]

How to Translate Genesis With a WordPress Translation Plugin

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Elizabeth Pokorny

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Plugins

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January 9, 2020

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Did you know that only around 25% of the world’s 4.57+ billion Internet users speak English? There’s a whole digital world out there in other languages, and a WordPress translation plugin can help you reach those people. Beyond helping you reach more visitors, going multilingual can also help you create a better user experience for the visitors that you already have. And with the right WordPress multilingual plugin, you can get set up surprisingly quickly and without the need for any special technical knowledge. In this post, you’ll learn: Why it makes sense to pair a dedicated WordPress translation plugin […]

5 Mistakes to Avoid When Developing WordPress Plugins

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Tom Rankin

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Development

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January 7, 2020

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As a WordPress developer, mistakes are part of the process. Successful plugin development, especially when you’re new to it, involves a bit of trial and error. Even seasoned developers are bound to mess up occasionally. Unfortunately, some missteps can result in a lot of wasted time and effort. Although errors are inevitable, understanding some of the most common blunders developers make when creating WordPress plugins can help you avoid making them yourself. In turn, you’ll benefit from a more productive and prosperous development experience. In this post, we’ll take a look at five common mistakes developers make when developing WordPress […]

10 Plugins to Help Service Businesses Capture and Nurture Leads in 2020

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Ananda Projapati

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Community

Published

January 3, 2020

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Many marketers agree that lead generation is a major struggle Lead capture and nurture plugins can take a lot of the stress away while helping your business generate more customers. These plugins are quick and convenient tools that integrate directly into your WordPress website. They give you the ability to create opt-in forms, segment subscribers, capture users before they exit, push data to your CRM, follow up with leads over time, and more. Keep reading if you’d like to learn about the top 10 lead management plugins available today for WordPress. 1. vCita There’s no shortage of things you need […]

4 Ways to Customize Your WordPress Admin Dashboard (To Benefit You and Your Clients)

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Tom Rankin

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Development

Published

December 30, 2019

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When you’re creating WordPress sites for clients, it’s important to keep their experiences in mind. Crowded dashboards can often be confusing. Plus, chances are your clients don’t need access to all the functionality you use. Customizing the admin dashboard lets you personalize it, and thus improve the experience for both you and your clients. For example, you can simplify the dashboard so it’s easier to use. In addition, eliminating points of confusion for them can help you increase your own productivity. In this article, we’ll discuss how customizing the WordPress admin dashboard can benefit both you and your clients. Then […]

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