Development

We all love high-quality, crisp visuals. They’re a big part of what makes modern websites so enjoyable. The problem is, these files can weigh a lot. Depending on the formats you use and whether you optimize them or not, images can significantly impact your site’s performance. Most websites rely on common formats, such as JPEG or PNG. However, ‘next-gen’ image formats, such as WebP, enable you to offer higher-quality media at smaller sizes. Configuring WordPress to support such files is an excellent way to improve User Experience (UX). In this article, we’re going to talk about the WebP image format […]

When a page on your site, or your entire website, is unreachable due to HTTP error codes, it can be quite frustrating. Beyond causing general annoyance, it can also contribute to higher bounce rates and poor User Experience (UX). Fortunately, you can fix many of the most common HTTP error codes for WordPress users without advanced techniques. It just takes a little investigative work to determine the cause of the issue, then some troubleshooting. In this post, we’ll discuss the most common HTTP error codes, why they happen, and how to diagnose and fix them. Let’s get started! An Introduction […]

“Headless WordPress” is a popular buzzword lately. Chances are, you have heard it thrown around the digital water cooler but aren’t quite sure what’s behind it. WordPress is an extensive, amazingly complex platform, but it does have its limitations. While it’s a fully-featured tool for bloggers and web developers that offers many possibilities, it doesn’t let you do everything. For example: Publishing content across multiple platforms Coding your website in languages other than PHP and Javascript Using WordPress as an editorial tool without the website attached Yet, all of that is possible with headless WordPress. It takes a little technical […]

WordPress powers more than one-third of the web. However, not all of its 60+ million users are native English speakers. So if your WordPress products aren’t translatable into other languages, you’re missing out on the chance to reach new audiences and potential customers. As a developer, taking advantage of website localization can help you (and your clients) drive more conversions and increase revenue. Even better, this isn’t something you have to be multilingual in order to accomplish. In this post, we’ll explain what website localization is and discuss its benefits. Then we’ll provide you with four tips for using it […]