Development

When you’re developing and managing WordPress sites, keeping them updated is crucial. However, it’s not just the core WordPress software that should be consistently updated, but the primary programming language as well. The latest version of PHP is set to release next month. PHP 7.4 comes with a range of updates that can help improve your sites and enhance the user experience. Plus, there are a handful of notable features and functions (as well as deprecations) that are worth knowing about. In this article, we’ll take a look at PHP 7.4 and what updates, features, and changes you can expect. […]

Pricing your services as a WordPress developer is a tricky task. On one hand, you don’t want to overcharge and drive potential clients toward your competition. That said, you also don’t want to sell yourself short and miss out on income you deserve. While striking a balance is difficult, there are several indicators you can rely on to determine what your development services are worth. You simply need to know where to look, and be willing to make an honest assessment of yourself as a professional. In this post, we’ll explore why it’s wise to devote time and careful consideration […]

In case you haven’t noticed it yet, here at TorqueMag we are a little obsessed with web analytics. You can see it from articles like these: 10 Excellent Google Analytics Alternatives You Should Check Out (2019) The 4 Best Google Analytics Plugins For WordPress A Google Analytics Tutorial For Beginners And WordPress Users Why do we stress this point to so much? Because knowing what is going on with your site traffic is the first step in optimizing your web presence for it. Or as Sherlock Holmes puts it: It is a capital mistake to theorize before one has data. […]

As a developer, you’re often charged with tackling complex projects. Organizing, prioritizing, and delegating tasks is a necessary but often challenging aspect of project management. The Scrum Methodology is a simple concept that can be used to streamline these types of complex projects. Implementing the Scrum Framework can help you facilitate greater collaboration and productivity. The result is better-quality products delivered in less time. In this post, we’ll discuss what the Scrum Methodology is and explain the benefits of using it. Then we’ll provide you with six steps you can follow for using this framework to accelerate your team’s productivity. […]

As a developer, creating your own themes presents both a business opportunity and a creative outlet. However, a top Content Management System (CMS) like WordPress doesn’t just accept any theme. Only those that meet certain criteria will be accepted on the official website. By understanding these specific theme requirements, as well as how the theme review process works, you can improve your chances of getting your theme accepted. After all, when your theme is added to the WordPress Theme Directory, it increases the exposure and credibility of your work. In this post, we’ll explain the WordPress Theme Review process, and […]