Roughly one third of the internet is run on WordPress. It was a ground-breaking content management system, and it remains one of the most versatile systems on the web today. Not only can you create a blog, but you can create an online forum, sell products online and run a membership website.
There’s a lot to learn about WordPress. These posts will help you learn more about the CMS for whatever your needs, from creating content, running your website or working with the code directly.
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Why you shouldn’t use the new WordPress auto updates feature
WordPress 5.5 brings in a cool new auto updates feature for plugins and themes. While this might seem like a great way to reduce the amount of time you spend updating a website, there are some potential pitfalls that will be a major headache.
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What to expect with WordPress 5.5
WordPress 5.5 is slated to be released on August 11. The second major update of the year features a number of exciting changes to WordPress and the block editor. Let's walk through them.
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How to manage a WordPress website
It might seem easy right now to manage your WordPress website. But with threats and all of the updates, it can get pretty overwhelming. But here are some simple things you can do to properly manage your WordPress website.
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How to make sure your WordPress site is accessible
So you want to make your WordPress site accessible to everyone. Awesome. But it's a pretty big undertaking. Here are the simple steps to achieve that goal.
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Best e-commerce plugins for WordPress
You've decided you want to add an e-commerce section to your website this year. But there are so many options out there. Here are the plugins I suggest for online selling.
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What to look for in a pre-built WordPress theme
Pre-built WordPress themes are a great option if you're short on time and money. But how do you find the one that will grow your business? Here are some guidelines to follow to help you make that right decision.
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The value of using a pre-built theme for your website
So maybe you want a new website for your small business in 2019, but don't have the resources for a custom theme. Using a pre-built theme is the next best option.
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How to navigate the WordPress plugin landscape
A situation with Pipdig showed the importance of selecting the right plugins and components for your website. So here's how you can navigate the WordPress plugin landscape.
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Navigating the WordPress theme landscape
The WordPress theme landscape is just as cluttered as plugins. But a theme is arguably more important to your site than a plugin. So how do you wade through the themes to find the right one.
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Always stay up to date with WordPress Core
I'm always baffled when I run across a website that has a really old version of WordPress running. I know some people still aren't on version 5.0 because of Gutenberg, but you still should stay updated for security and the newest features.
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Where to find Gutenberg blocks for your website
With WordPress 5.0 came Gutenberg and block editing. Now, as you search for blocks to build your posts and pages, here are some good places to begin your search.
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