For years, page builders like Elementor, Divi, and Beaver Builder have been the go-to tools for creating WordPress websites. They offer drag-and-drop functionality and a range of design options, making them attractive to non-developers and agencies alike. However, as WordPress evolves, it has become increasingly clear that relying on page builders is not the best … Read more
Do you have a local business here in Portland, Oregon? How could you make sure that your website reflects the city and the local culture? How can you appeal to your local customers? Here are four aspects of website design for you to consider. Attractive design Portland values its arts and culture. It also prides … Read more
The most common problem with many WordPress themes is that they are designed as throw away code. They consist of a couple cute looking templates that are tailored for one specific purpose. Once the design of that template goes out of style, the developer stops supporting the theme and you are forced to move to … Read more
What is an HTML heading? Let’s start with the basics. A web page is written in a markup language and one of the most basic markup elements is a hierarchy of headings. The top heading being H1 followed by H2, H3 and all the way down. The headings are used to create a page structure, … Read more
The impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on various industries is undeniable, and the realm of web development is no exception. As we delve deeper into the possibilities, it’s evident that AI is poised to revolutionize the way we approach building and managing websites. Incorporating AI into content creation is increasingly common, with tools like ChatGPT … Read more
Considering creating a new WordPress website or hiring a website development team to create a personalized site for you? Whichever route you choose here are some things to consider: Purpose and Goals It’s important to clearly define the purpose of the website and establish specific goals. Whether it’s to sell products via e-commerce, provide information, … Read more
Did you know that as many as 10% of males are color blind? That means that, on average, five out of a hundred visitors are not able to distinguish the reds and greens in your website design. In addition to that, there are users who rely on keyboard navigation (using only tab, shift, arrow and … Read more
Having a homepage slider, sometimes called a slideshow or a carousel, was considered a “must have” for all “modern” websites in 2010’s. Catchy images, call to action buttons on each slide, fancy animation. Styles, fashion, and needs change. The big sliders are officially considered outdated. Here are the reasons why: To learn more, read our … Read more
In the role of a Project Manager specializing in WordPress website development you are entrusted with multiple responsibilities that span the project’s lifecycle. This includes contract negotiations, scoping, time management, resource allocation, effective communication, and client management. It is important to recognize that certain principles are vital for ensuring the success of any WordPress development … Read more
Want to display WordPress posts anywhere on your site—pages, widgets, or custom layouts—without writing custom queries? The popular Display Posts shortcode lets you quickly list posts by category, tag, author, or date, and even sort or limit results. Below we’ll show a clean Query Loop alternative using Display Posts, with copy-and-paste snippets and tips to … Read more