To jump straight to the code click here. This post by Steck Insights Web Design is for WordPress bloggers who have subscribers that receive regular updates, but are having issues with the publishing date or time (pubdate). To fix this problem we need to get on the same page about what RSS is, why we […]
How to learn to be a web designer
So you want to learn to be a web designer, eh? Well, the first step is to put on your pajamas and brew a pot of coffee. Then fire up your laptop and kick your feet up onto your desk. Take a deep breath and smile. Life is good! How hard could this be after […]
How to Fix A Cookies Blocked Error on WordPress Admin Dashboard
If you have a caching plugin installed on your WordPress website, chances are that you will experience a “Cookies Blocked” error message while trying to log into the WordPress admin dashboard at some point in your life. I’ve seen this since we begin implementing caching and security plugins more heavily on our websites. Honestly, I […]
Why a WordPress Maintenance Plan is Important
Simple explanation of what needs to be updated on your WordPress website and how a WordPress Maintenance package can save you time and protect your website.
How to Install a Plugin in WordPress
In this video tutorial I am going to show you how to install a plugin in WordPress by giving you detailed, step-by-step instructions, using plain and simple terms.
Video Tutorial on How to Create a Post in WordPress
In this web tutorial I am going to show you how to create a post in WordPress by giving you detailed, step-by-step instructions, in plain and simple terms, so even beginner WordPress users can understand and follow along.
0-Day vulnerability discovered for TimThumb
A new “Zero-day” vulnerability, meaning that developers have not had time to address it [wiki], has been discovered for users of the TimThumb plugin. Here is an announcement from Securi, our recommended WordPress security plugin: A new 0-Day vulnerability was just disclosed for TimThumb’s WebShot feature. If you’re using TimThumb and you’ve got the […]
What’s the difference between a domain registrar and a web host?
Very often, I come across clients who have a difficult time differentiating between some of the essential requirements and pieces of a website. Let me try to explain the difference between a domain registrar and a web host. The way I like to explain it, there are three essential pieces to creating a website. A […]
Page Excerpts in WordPress
I have to give a shout out to Michael Fields for sharing this originally. Typically, a WordPress post allows you to create a hand-crafted “excerpt” which will often show up as a sort-of article teaser to give the reader an idea of what the article is all about. Some templates allow for post excerpts as […]
Important Website Considerations for Artists: Part 1 of 3
There is no law that requires you to have a website, no one is forcing you to use a cell phone and no one mandates that you drive a car. But each of these are tools and technologies that enhance the quality of life around us, to the point that some deem them necessities. I’m […]
