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20 Jul 2018

The 4 Best Google Analytics Plugins For WordPress

As a blogger, you probably employ several tactics to maximize the impact of each post. Without the proper measurement tools, however, it can be difficult to know which ones are most effective at engaging your audience. That’s why I’m a big fan of Google Analytics, Google’s free web analytics tool. The platform allows you to add tracking code …

Plugins

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19 Jul 2018

The Best WordPress Security Plugins Compared

Nowadays, if your WordPress security approach is passive you are inadvertently playing with fire. All your hard work could turn to dust in the blink of an eye with just one security attack. As a website development tool, WordPress plugins are popular for a great number of reasons. They extend a website’s functionality and flexibility. …

PluginsSecurity & Privacy

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19 Jul 2018

Video Interviews from WordCamp Europe

Did you miss this year’s WordCamp Europe in Belgrade, Serbia? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. We had a great time talking to some of our favorite WordPressers, and we’ve complited them into a playlist of interviews. Along with a recap of Matt Mullenweg’s WCEU talk, we chatted with Joost de Valk, Libby Barker, Karim …

Interviews & FeaturesCommunity & Events

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18 Jul 2018

Torque Toons: How to tackle Gutenberg

I might have an overactive imagination, but this is what I visualize anytime I hear someone ask “but how are we going to tackle Gutenberg”. Don’t forget to check out our other editorial toons! Doc Pop Doctor Popular is an artist and musician living in San Francisco. As a full disclaimer, he is neither a …

Community & EventsGutenberg

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18 Jul 2018

WordPress Plugins That Use AI and Machine Learning

Over the last couple of months, a lot of discussions have been going on about Artificial Intelligence (AI). Besides the faceoff between Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg on Twitter, there have been numerous instances where discussions and debates on AI took center stage. Eminent personalities like Stephen Hawking, Bill Gates and Eric Schmidt have been …

PluginsInterviews & Features

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17 Jul 2018

10 Highly Effective Web Design Tips Backed by Research

On the Internet, web design tips are a dime a dozen. Many people have opinions on what the perfect website looks like. That’s because, to a certain extent, design is subjective. What one person likes, another might find hideous. At the same time, web design is one of the most important factors for the success …

Tutorials & GuidesDevelopment

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17 Jul 2018

Doc Pop News Drop: WP&UP Promotes Mental Health in the WordPress Community

Doc’s WordPress News Drop is a weekly report on the most pressing WordPress news. When the news drops, I will pick it up and deliver it right to you. In this week’s video, we chat with Dan Maby from WPandUP.org about his mission to help WordPressers who suffer from depression. Doc Pop Doctor Popular is …

Community & EventsInterviews & FeaturesWordPress

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16 Jul 2018

How to Create an Advanced Scrolling Design for Your One-Page Website

A one-page website is an excellent way to communicate a specific purpose to your visitors, without overwhelming them through lots of clutter and information. However, if you only have one page with which to impress people, you’ll need to pull out all the stops. If you’re looking for a way to make your one-page site …

Design & UXTutorials & Guides

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12 Jul 2018

15 of the Best WordPress Themes For Travel Websites

For travel enthusiast and professionals in the travel industry, WordPress is a heaven that offers zillions of fantastic themes. Tourism is a billion-dollar business and a staggering number of travelers use the WordPress platform to share their knowledge, insights, and experiences of travel and travel industry. These versatile themes offer varied options for personalization as …

Interviews & FeaturesDesign & UX

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12 Jul 2018

Torque Toons: The “Try Gutenberg” Release Schedule

But seriously, you should try the Gutenberg Beta plugin and share any bugs with the devs. Don’t forget to check out our other editorial toons! Doc Pop Doctor Popular is an artist and musician living in San Francisco. As a full disclaimer, he is neither a doctor nor popular. The post Torque Toons: The “Try …

Community & EventsGutenberg

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10 Jul 2018

Doc Pop News Drop: WordPress 4.9.8 and the upcoming “Try Gutenberg” button

Doc’s WordPress News Drop is a weekly report on the most pressing WordPress news. When the news drops, I will pick it up and deliver it right to you. We now know the schedule for the next WordPress release, version 4.9.8, which features a big push for users to help beta-test Gutenberg. In this week’s …

WordPressInterviews & FeaturesMarketing & Business

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10 Jul 2018

Google RankBrain SEO – How to Use Google’s AI to Your Advantage

The exact way Google ranks websites has long been an enigma. Only two years ago did we get confirmation about the two most important ranking signals (hint: content and backlinks). However, you might not know that the third most important is relatively new: Google RankBrain. RankBrain is a machine learning algorithm that the search giant …

Tutorials & Guides

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