Explaining Hard Things to Humans – My Small Part to Make WordPress More...
Explaining Hard Things to Humans – My Small Part to Make WordPress More Welcoming →Chris Koerner was at my talk at WordCamp US, and he’s taken a suggestion in one of my slides and posted it as a Trac...
View ArticleWhat to Look for in a Web Developer (from Press Up)
What to Look for in a Web Developer (from Press Up) →In this week’s post over at the Press Up blog, we cover the basics of what clients need to look for when hiring a web developer. While written for...
View Article40 Million hits a day on WordPress using a $10 VPS
40 Million hits a day on WordPress using a $10 VPS →If you appreciated our 2016 WordPress Hosting Review, you might find it interesting to check out this recent post from Review Signal. In this follow...
View ArticleCut Your Web Development Costs by Making Your Developer Happy
Cut Your Web Development Costs by Making Your Developer Happy →If you’re a developer, you’ve probably found yourself being a little flexible on the pricing of projects you’re excited excited about. In...
View ArticleThe 20 Best WordPress Facebook Groups You Should Join
The 20 Best WordPress Facebook Groups You Should Join →One of the best parts of working with WordPress is the large, inclusive community you have the ability to tap into. This helpful post from Elegant...
View ArticleControlling Website Costs: Don’t Flail
Controlling Website Costs: Don’t Flail →If you’ve been doing web development for long, chances are good that you’ve had a client come to you with a project that they just can’t seem to finish. They’ve...
View ArticleWhy Public WiFi is a Public Health Hazard
Why Public WiFi is a Public Health Hazard →Since a lot of us who work from WordPress also work remotely, it can be tempting to mix up your routine and take your to do list to a public space. As someone...
View Article10 Fascinating Scientific Facts About Fonts
10 Fascinating Scientific Facts About Fonts →If you’ve ever had a hard time explaining to a client why you refuse to put Comic Sans MS on their site, or convincing them that Lobster probably isn’t a...
View ArticleTechnical Debt: What It Is, and What It Means for Your Web Project
Technical Debt: What It Is, and What It Means for Your Web Project →If you’ve ever started a website or purchased software with only the cost in mind, chances are good that you’ve been living with a...
View ArticleHow much does a WordPress site really cost?
How much does a WordPress site really cost? →Just because WordPress is free doesn’t mean it’s cheap to launch a great site. If you’re a new developer, or jumping into freelance for the first time and...
View ArticleWordPress, the Unknown User, and the Need for Research
WordPress, the Unknown User, and the Need for Research →WordPress core development is guided by the idea that any solutions incorporated into core should be done so with the aim of benefiting at least...
View ArticleAre WordCamps Still Camps?
Are WordCamps Still Camps? →If you’ve been to a WordCamp lately, you’ve experienced firsthand the enthusiasm and devotion of the organizers, speakers, and volunteers who make the WordPress community...
View ArticleBe a Little Selfish
In this recent blog post, Pippin from Pippin’s Plugins, shares his perspective on a recent crisis of identity he and the Easy Digital Downloads team faced. While one of the best things about open...
View ArticleShould Web App Developers Protect Users From Themselves?
Should Web App Developers Protect Users From Themselves? →This recent post from Wired Tree presents some food for thought about the unspoken security agreement between developers and users. While...
View ArticleAn Introduction to WordPress Multisite
An Introduction to WordPress Multisite →If you’ve been around WordPress for any length of time, you’ve probably heard people talking about WordPress Multisite. It’s been an area of mystery for me, but...
View ArticleHow Do You Use WPShout?
If you love reading WPShout, we want to hear from you! We’re planning some design and content changes to the site this year, and we’re looking to connect with and gather feedback from our engaged...
View ArticleWriting Beautiful Code in WordPress
Writing Beautiful Code in WordPress →If you’ve moved beyond the basics of coding for WordPress, you might find yourself wondering how you can take your code from functional to beautiful. What does it...
View ArticleOfficeHours.FM: Taking Care of Your Business Means Taking Care of Yourself
OfficeHours.FM: Taking Care of Your Business Means Taking Care of Yourself →In this most recent episode of her podcast, Genesis expert Carrie Dils talks with Pippin Williamson (of Pippin’s Plugins, of...
View ArticleTypewolf
Typewolf →If you’re not confident in your ability to pick complimentary fonts, or just want some inspiration for the website you’re designing, check out Typewolf. It’s a great site that features...
View Article10 WordPress Things I’ve learned working with 10up
10 WordPress Things I’ve learned working with 10up →We were delighted earlier this year to see that Rachel Vasquez, one of our favorite WordPress writers, got hired at 10up. 10up is a major player in...
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