When it comes to making decisions related to user experience and web design, A/B Testing can be extremely helpful. If implemented properly, even minor changes—such as modifying the color scheme—can help your website perform better. In this article, we’ll be discussing A/B Testing in general, as well as taking a look at some of the mistakes or errors that you can avoid when conducting an A/B Test, thereby enhancing the usefulness of your results. A/B Testing: Introduction In simple words, A/B Testing (also known as Split Testing) compares two versions of the same element for a given period period of […]
How to Bill for Your WordPress Work
I started Upstatement more than five years ago with my friends and partners. In addition to leading our WordPress development work, I’ve also lead our invoicing to make sure we’re paid. Over the years I’ve learned a lot (mostly, the hard way) about the best way to get properly paid. Here are some of my favorite strategies to making sure you’re paid for the hard work you put in. 1. “How much do you want to spend?” Be upfront of what the value of your services and spur an honest conversation with your client about what they want to pay […]
WordCamp Europe 2013 – An Overview
What a whirlwind! The first thing that I want to say is that I made a mistake when I decided not to bring my Cannon Rebel. Next time I’ll be sure to lug it along—even though it adds a little extra stress as far as fear of theft goes, and a little extra discomfort in the trains, planes and bicycle hopping process. But the iPhone just doesn’t do this trip justice… That said, I would like to encourage any/all of the WCEU attendees to email Torque your photos from the trip. It would be nice to do a proper spread, and give all […]
Two-Factor Authentication in WordPress
I recently followed a rabbit hole that led me to a few two-factor authentication plugins for WordPress. For those that are unsure, as I most certainly was, two-factor authentication is a login process which asks users for two forms of identification before a login is successful, adding security to the admin section of your site. This typically means pairing your mobile device to your desktop in order for a login to work. In some examples, this may mean an elimination of passwords altogehter. In others, it simply means that your site will be far better protected from attack. So, without […]
15 Free Themes Fresh from September
The benefits of a premium WordPress theme are plenty. You get terrific support, access to quality documentation, and several other features when you opt for premium themes from a reputed provider. However, not everyone needs (or can afford) to spend regularly on premium WP themes. In such cases, free themes can be a good alternative. In fact, with the exception of premium support, many free themes have features that can even give their premium counterparts a run for their money. Take, for instance, Vantage by SiteOrigin (featured at #8 in this roundup)—it has a wide plethora of features that are […]

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