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Life as a web developer can be tricky. When most of your time is spent sitting in front of a computer, good habits such as eating nutritiously, keeping up with a fitness routine, and even taking care of your mental health can fall by the wayside. However, making an effort to eat well, stay in shape, and practice self-care can improve your quality of life, both on the job and off. You’ll likely see benefits that affect your work as well, such as increased focus and motivation. In this post, we’ll discuss some of the challenges of staying healthy when […]

No matter what job you have, there is always room for improvement. This is particularly true for WordPress professionals. Web development and design are constantly-changing fields, and the second you learn one method of doing things, another technique is introduced. This type of ever-evolving environment is exciting, but it can also be challenging and, at times, frustrating. Fortunately, there are plenty of professional development opportunities within the WordPress community. Taking advantage of these resources can help you expand your skillset, enhance your capabilities, build your resume, and ultimately attract high-paying clients. That’s why we’ve rounded up a list of six […]

You work hard to deliver products and services your customers will be happy with. So it can be frustrating when a client voices their dissatisfaction. More importantly, negative comments could make other potential customers reconsider working with you. However, there are appropriate ways you can go about handling this feedback. With a few simple strategies, you can deal with the feedback constructively and minimize its effect on future clients. In this post, we’ll discuss the importance of responding to customer feedback. Then we’ll provide you with some tips for how you can effectively handle negative comments. Let’s get started! The […]

As a web developer, your skills are in high demand in today’s job market. More companies are making e-commerce and mobile marketing a priority, and it’s creating an abundance of work opportunities. However, the more career options you have, the more difficult it can be to decide which is right for you. Two of the most common paths taken by web developers are freelancing and working for an agency. Both can be beneficial for advancing your career, but there are also some pitfalls to look out for with either option. The good news is that, if you’re unsure which is […]

The rollout of WordPress 5.0 and the Block Editor introduced a new way to build content. However, this editor is very streamlined, and may not offer all the features you need. Fortunately, plenty of helpful block plugins have already been created to expand the new editor’s capabilities. These extensions provide additional options for creating and designing content in a more versatile way. In this post, we’ll explore eight of the best block extension plugins for WordPress. Let’s get started! Why You Might Need a Block Extension Plugin The Gutenberg Editor offers many advantages over its predecessor, the Classic Editor. For […]

A development environment is unlike any other tool you’ll use when creating WordPress products. This is because different solutions perform various primary jobs. So unlike with your favorite text editor, you’ll probably have to be familiar with several development environments during your career. For example, developing locally has different consequences for your workflow than using an online sandbox. What’s more, your client’s choice of host can also play a role in which type of environment is most appropriate (or even available). In this post, we’ll take a look at five of the best options for creating a WordPress development environment, […]

As a developer, you probably create dozens of sites every year – maybe even more. Starting from scratch with each one can make the development process long and tedious. Plus, you run the risk of forgetting to include important functionality. By creating a standardized list of client site features, on the other hand, you can speed up your development pace and avoid leaving out key elements. You might even prevent mistakes that could ruin a site and waste all your hard work. In this post, we’ll discuss why it’s helpful to have a set of features you include every time […]

Sometimes, part of working as a developer is advising clients on the more technical aspects of running their websites. This can get tricky when you have to convince clients to spend more money on aspects of their sites that they may not fully understand, such as hosting. However, by carefully explaining the benefits of investing in their websites, you can often help your clients see the value in decisions such as choosing a more expensive hosting plan. Plus, you’ll help them become more independent site owners, which results in less burden on you over the long term. In this post, […]