WordPress and eCommerce go hand in hand, and many turn to the WordPress platform to build an online shop. We have already covered how to do this in our WooCommerce beginner’s tutorial. Today we want to show you a different way: Shopify. Shopify is a standalone platform that allows users to open up a hosted online shop in mere minutes. At first it might seem paradoxical to mix the two platforms, however, last year Shopify announced the publication of their WordPress plugin and three free WordPress themes. Clearly, this is a move to break into the larger WordPress community and […]
Designing Demos for Your WordPress Themes and Plugins: 5 Things to Keep in Mind
As a WordPress developer, it’s important that you set your themes and plugins up for success from the very start. Spending some time creating a high-quality demo is a great way to give potential customers a sneak-peak of your product’s functionality. If you have a high-quality product, a demo is one of the best sales tools available. It helps to get prospective customers interested in your solution and addresses any concerns they may have. Ultimately, a good demo of your WordPress theme or plugin can make your product stand above the crowd. In this post, we’ll cover five things to keep in mind when building […]
Torque Toons: Let’s Encrypt the Star Wars Galaxy
I used to think all the clunky tech in the Star Wars universe was just a result of being based in a 1970’s sci-fi flick, but what if it’s all just security protocols because Let’s Encrypt wasn’t around yet? Don’t forget to check out our other editorial toons!
5 WordPress Trends to Look Out for in 2017
14 years after its initial release, WordPress continues to get better and better with age. With 2017 now here, we have new trends to look forward to. Although you may have already started noticing some of these (for example, video headers in the Twenty Seventeen theme), some are going to make their mark in the months to come. Our crystal ball has been working overtime to see what’s in store! In this post, we’ll uncover a number of trends to look out for in 2017. Let’s begin with a long-standing topic that’s now coming sharply into focus. 1. The Rise in the Number of Mobile-First Websites […]
A Comprehensive Guide to Google Search Console for SEO Success
In this Google Search Console guide, you will learn how to use the Google tool for your SEO efforts. Formerly known as Google Webmaster Tools, Search Console is a platform for optimizing your online search presence. It contains a collection of reports and tools to find errors, improve search engine rankings and site performance. It will also alert you of malware and spam issues, as well as allow you to learn more about the people visiting your site. Like Google Analytics, being familiar with GSC is very useful for the success of your website (beginner’s guide to Google Analytics here). […]

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