The Training Team has launched a new course on Learn WordPress specifically for designers: Beginner WordPress Designer. This learning pathway is crafted to help designers new to WordPress gain the skills needed to create professional websites. The course covers essential topics such as building a style guide, understanding…
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Matt Mullenweg Asks What Drama to Create in 2025, Community Reacts
On Christmas Eve, WordPress co-founder Matt Mullenweg took to Reddit, causing quite a stir by asking what kind of drama he should create in 2025. He posted, “What drama should I create in 2025? I’m very open to suggestions. Should we stop naming releases after jazz musicians and…
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays 2024
Over the years, I’ ve usually written some type of end of the year post centered around Christmas that also talks about what’ s happening and what happened: 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 And the closest I came to doing something like this last year was an article about The…
8 Unbeatable Reasons To Use Node.js As Your Backend
Did you know? Node.js is such a powerful development technology that around 6.3 million websites use it. Node.js development services are on the rise, making it one of the leading options for backend development. Node.js development company in the USA favors Node.js because of its exceptional performance, scalability, …
Joost de Valk Calls for Breaking the WordPress Status Quo, Community Reacts
Joost de Valk, co-founder of the Yoast SEO plugin has called for Breaking the Status Quo of the WordPress world. This comes in the wake of Matt Mullenweg’s announcement of a holiday break for WordPress.org and the ongoing Automattic-WP Engine legal dispute. de Valk said, “We, the WordPress…
Matt Mullenweg Declares Holiday Break for WordPress.org Services
For the first time, Matt Mullenweg has announced a holiday break for WordPress.org services. In his blog post, he said, “In order to give myself and the many tired volunteers around WordPress.org a break for the holidays, we’re going to be pausing a few of the free services…
NEW! Beaver Builder Agency Template
Unleash your agency’ s full potential with the Beaver Builder Agency template, “ Creative Catalysts.” This template mixes sleek professionalism with endless customization options. It’s your shortcut to building a polished, client-ready site that showcases your brand like a pro—all in record time. In this article, we’ll dive into the…
What the ‘eck is the UK’s Cyber Security and Resilience Bill?
Hey there! Just a quick heads-up: I’m not a lawyer, policymaker, or compliance expert. This post is written from the perspective of a curious layperson piecing together information from various sources. If you think this might apply to you, chatting with a legal professional for proper advice is…
Seamless Bluesky Sharing with Jetpack Social: Expanding Your Blog’s Reach
Getting your words in front of the right audience is half the battle. Jetpack Social has made this process smoother than ever, especially when sharing your WordPress blog posts to Bluesky. Why Bluesky Matters for Content Creators Bluesky has quickly become a haven for writers, journalists, and content…
How to Efficiently Manage Metadata in WordPress
In WordPress, metadata is information that helps organize your content and make it more discoverable. So, as you can guess, it’s very important for every site owner to be able to manage and change this information efficiently. However, while WordPress offers some basic tools for handling metadata, they’ re…
Maximize Efficiency with WordPress Dashboard Customization
Customizing your WordPress dashboard can be very useful, whether you’ re a developer crafting a personalized backend experience for clients or a site admin looking to streamline your own workflow.For developers, a customized dashboard means more control over what clients can access and change, leading to a smoother, more…
Demystifying Image Errors: How to Resolve Common Issues
Images matter a lot for how people experience content online. They enhance website aesthetics, solidify branding, and even help people share moments on social media.As you can imagine then, dealing with image errors can be frustrating and time-consuming. Whether you’ re a developer, content creator, or just someone who…
Catch Outgoing Emails From WordPress in Laravel Herd
Earlier this year, I swapped my local development environment over to Herd (along with a couple of other changes such as DBngin which is worth covering in another post). There’ s a lot to like about it one of which is how easy it is to begin capturing outgoing…
How to Transfer WordPress Website To New Hosting: Easy Guide For Anyone
If you are frustrated with slow speeds, frequent downtime, or limited support from your current hosting provider, then you might need to switch to a hosting provider like xCloud for better performance, security, and scalability. However, migrating your WordPress website to a new host might sound like a…
Customize WordPress with No Code: A Step-by-Step Guide
Want to customize your WordPress site but don’ t know how to code? You’ re not alone. Many site owners find themselves stuck between their vision for their website and the technical skills needed to make it happen. The traditional solution? Hire an expensive developer or spend months learning to…
How to Find the Right Fit for Your Business Size – WP Engine Alternatives for Small Businesses and Startups with Help from WPRiders
When looking for WP Engine alternatives, it’s important to consider hosting solutions that truly match the needs of your small business or startup. While WP Engine is a popular choice, it’s not always the most cost-effective or flexible option for smaller teams. Key Takeaways: WP Engine is a…
WPRiders Origin Story
Every great company has an origin story. WPRiders is no different but we haven’t really told our story from the perspective of our founder, Marius Vetrici, and CEO, Andrei Oprea. And you’re probably wondering how we got such an awesome name. We’ll talk about that, too. Marius, Let’s…
Local Jetpack Development with Cloudflare Tunnel
There are many features of Jetpack that are only available when its connection to WordPress.com is active. This affects the Jetpack development environment, where enabling the Jetpack connection may not always be straightforward. To overcome firewalls and network limitations, tools like ngrok or reverse SSH tunnels are usually…
40+ Best WordPress Black Friday/Cyber Monday Deals (2024)
Important Update: Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals have ended, but some WordPress brands are still running holiday sales. The good news is that Green Monday deals have begun. Check out the WordPress brands below to access these incredible discounts. Happy Shopping! Looking for the best Black Friday deals, coupons, …
How Blogs Help SEO: Master Blog SEO for Business Growth
According to HubSpot, businesses that blog generate 68% more leads per month compared to those that don’t. Blogging isn’t just about sharing ideas—it’s a vital part of a strong SEO strategy. By publishing valuable, keyword-rich content, blogs improve search engine visibility, establish authority, and provide opportunities to rank for…
