Domain Names
A domain name is the URL that represents your website. Your .com, .net, .org, .whatever. It’s usually the first thing you pick before you even come up with a web design. Shopping for a domain name is fun, but also, slightly overwhelming. There are so many options, how do you know which to pick? Which …
Read MoreWordPress Themes, vs. Custom WordPress Themes
Custom templates are built by WordPress Developers like me. A custom template is a WordPress Theme built specifically to your needs. These templates are created based off several identifying factors. Such as, brand/identity, content strategy, layout, functionality, workflow and application integration.
Read MoreWeb Hosting and How It Works
Weather you have an existing website or not, hosting is confusing! There are so many options, so many different types of services and add-ons. How do you know which plan is best for you? In this article, I will explain the differences of most major hosting packages and their services providers. I will mainly focus …
Read MoreContent Strategy and Execution
Content Strategy is described as the process of developing consistent and clearly defined marketing collateral that viewers automatically understand, relate too and are recognize on a regular basis. If you consider the brands you know and love, one thing is true about them all. Big brands are top of mind, always visible and easy to …
Read MoreWordPress Media Library
The WordPress Media Manager is a relatively simple tool. Much like its name describes, it manages your media. The confusion that most have with the media manager, is what it doesn’t do. The media manager does not organize your images and files. It does not allow you to create relationships with other media with tagging …
Read MoreUsing The WordPress Editor (1)
The WordPress Editor can be a little tricky. Especially if you’ve upgraded to the latest version of WordPress which utilizes Gutenberg. Gutenberg is a fantastic editor, but it is very new and the general majority of WordPress users are just starting to get used to it. For sake of keeping things current, this tutorial will …
Read MoreInstalling WordPress
Setting up a WordPress Website – Manually This tutorial assumes you have a general understanding of your hosting environment, database setup and file manager. If you’re unsure as to what those are, you may need another tutorial (will add soon). The most common control panel out there is cPanel. I will be providing this tutorial …
Read MoreMy adventures in WordPress Theme Development
In the past few years my approach towards the development of client websites has shifted. Previously, my approach would focus around a completely custom build that provides my client with EXACTLY the tools and visuals they need to successfully market their brand online. While this is still the approach, the build process has evolved in …
Read MoreWhat should I build my website with?
Wix, SquareSpace, Weebly, WordPress; These are all common solutions when it comes to building a website. What makes one better than the other, and which is best for you? If you’ve ever been in the market for a new website, or currently are, it’s likely you’ve looked into the above-mentioned options. Each of these options …
Read MoreWhat is web hosting and why do I need it?
A web host is a business that manages all the services needed to display your website online. At it’s core, they are the property managers of your website. The hosts’ have sophisticated computers called servers that have a varying degree of software and hardware to perform tasks specific to your websites needs. For your website …
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