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A Guide to WordPress Theme Frameworks (And Why You Should Use Them)

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December 19, 2016

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Without a WordPress theme framework, theme development and maintenance could be a major endeavor. Designing a website and customizing a theme – not to mention staying on top of security and Search Engine Optimization (SEO) – isn’t always a cakewalk. Simply put, theme frameworks are akin to a starter culture. They feature essential core functionality, and give developers the flexibility to design without worrying about building a foundation with poor coding practices. In this post, we’ll explore the basics of theme frameworks, and discuss the benefits and drawbacks of using them for developing WordPress sites. Finally, we’ll wrap things up with a selection […]

Doc Pop’s News Drop: Great Gifts For Devs

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December 19, 2016

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Doc’s WordPress News Drop is a weekly report on the most pressing WordPress news. When the news drops, I will pick it up and deliver it right to you. On the hunt for great a great gift for a dev this year? Check out this week’s News Drop for our suggestions. Love WordPress news, but hate reading? This is Doc Pop’s News Drop! Wondering what gift to get for that special dev in your life? Or are you a special dev who is tired of getting ugly sweaters and is looking for a not so subtle way of asking for […]

How to Do an SEO Audit of Your WordPress Website

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December 15, 2016

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Taking care of your SEO is one of the most important tasks for any website owner. By failing to do so, your WordPress site stands very little chance of getting significant organic traffic. However, search engine optimization is a big puzzle with many moving parts. Every little thing has an impact on your site’s performance in search engines. For that reason, it is important to learn how to do an SEO audit of your WordPress website Auditing your site means looking at its most important SEO markers to make sure it’s up to snuff. That way, you are able to […]

Torque Toons: Hello Vaughan

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Torque Toons

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December 14, 2016

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With last week’s release of WordPress 4.7, named “Vaughan” in honor of singer Sarah Vaughan, WordPress welcomes it’s sixth female jazz artist to the roster of version names. Here’s our recent breakdown of what’s new on 4.7. Don’t forget to check out our other editorial toons!

Questions To Ask Before Adding eCommerce to Your WordPress Site

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December 14, 2016

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WordPress is an incredibly versatile platform that allows users to create a range of site models to fit the needs of their business. If you’re trying to monetize your page, one of its most useful capabilities is the option of adding an eCommerce plugin to your site. While this may seem like an obvious step for those trying to move merchandise online, there are many elements to WordPress eCommerce that are important to consider before making any commitments. How Diverse Is My Product Catalog? It’s worth noting that WordPress is not, in fact, a dedicated eCommerce catalog. There is a limit […]

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