Development

Working in web development quickly accustoms you to the time and effort that goes into creating a project from scratch. So initially, the concept of leaving your project open for anyone to access, modify, or distribute may seem unappealing. However, open source is behind some of today’s most popular and important platforms, including WordPress. Clearly, the power of open source can’t be denied. In fact, opening up code contributions to the public benefits individual developers as much as the users the applications are built for. In this article, we’ll discuss the value and benefits of open source. Then we’ll provide […]

As a front-end developer, nailing the basics of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is relatively easy. It’s learning how to write, architecture, and organize your code in a maintainable way that’s challenging. Using modular code for front-end development can make your experience significantly more enjoyable and efficient. In a nutshell, taking a modular design approach lets you write code and building block patterns for repeated use. The result is being able to add, remove, and replace elements on your site with ease. In this post, we’ll explain what a modular approach to design is and what its benefits are. Then we’ll […]

If you’re a new developer or DIY’ing your website because of budget constraints, this can easily feel outside of your abilities. However, thanks to the people over at Advanced Custom Fields (ACF), it doesn’t have to be. Since version 5.8, they have made it possible to build and customize your own blocks for the Gutenberg editor. In this post, we will show you how it works. We’ll discuss why building blocks through ACF is great, who can take advantage of this feature, and finally, how to do it step by step. Let’s get into it. Why Create Gutenberg Blocks With […]

Coding skills are in high demand at the moment. If you’re considering a career in development, now is the perfect time to jump in. Unfortunately, some assume that without a university degree, becoming a WordPress professional isn’t an option. On the contrary, a coding bootcamp can help put you on the fast-track to a rewarding career as a web developer. Between lower tuition costs and expedited curriculums, there are many benefits to learning programming skills through these types of training courses. In this post, we’ll explain what coding bootcamps are and how they work. Then we’ll look at five quality […]

What will be the web design trends 2020? We actually asked ourselves similar questions several times this decade: 14 WordPress Web Design Trends in 2015 17 WordPress Web Design Trends We Can Expect in 2017 WordPress Web Design Trends 2018 – What to Expect in the New Year 5 WordPress Trends That Aren’t Going Away in 2019 However, there are constantly new developments on the web and everything continues moving forward. For that reason, we thought it would be time for another edition of this article. In the following, we will try to make some predictions about the web design […]

WordPress is the titan of Content Management Systems (CMSs). Among the many reasons WordPress is a preferred platform is that it’s constantly evolving to incorporate new technologies. However, with so much innovation, keeping up with the latest changes can take some effort. To best serve your clients, it helps to look ahead to understand what web design and development trends are expected to dominate the market. Doing this will make it easier to adapt and gain an advantage over competitors. In this post, we’ll take a look at five WordPress development trends you can expect to see in the upcoming […]

Page redirects in WordPress are not the most straightforward topic if you are dealing with it for the first time. Many people have heard of page redirects before but aren’t always sure when you need to use them or how to implement them. In the following blog post, you will learn everything you need to know about page redirects (in WordPress and otherwise). This includes what they are and why they matter when to use what type of redirect, where to apply them, and different ways of correctly implementing page redirects on your WordPress site. Let’s get going. What Are […]

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 […]