WordPress
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The Power of In-Person Meetups and the Speed Build Challenge
At our latest WordPress meetup, I had the opportunity to participate in a 30-minute speed build challenge. Honestly, it was nerve-wracking, but I’m happy to say I didn’t do too badly! It was a great reminder of how thrilling it can be to put my skills to the test in front of a live audience.…
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Financial investment, community wealth investment, the good the bad and the ugly!
We’re all familiar with the ongoing situation between WordPress and WP Engine. It’s not a topic I’ve wanted to write about, not because I’m undecided, quite the opposite, but because this issue has consumed me, and many others, for the past few weeks. As someone who practises mindfulness, I try to focus on things that…
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WordPress Block Theme Development: Understanding the theme.json File
If you’re diving into WordPress block theme development, one crucial file you’ll come across is the theme.json. It plays a key role in configuring your theme’s settings and styles. But, as with most things in web development, there’s more to it than meets the eye. What is the theme.json file in relation to WordPress block…
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Extending WordPress Core Blocks
I’ve noticed a growing discussion about extending WordPress core blocks and whether it’s necessary to create a custom block when you can often extend existing core blocks. Generally, it’s better to extend them rather than reinvent the wheel IMO. In February 2024, I faced a situation where I needed to convert an old site into…
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Enhance WordPress Security by Expiring Session Cookies Automatically
If you’ve ever experienced a WordPress hack, it often stems from stolen login information stored in a cookie. Fortunately, there’s a method to mitigate this risk effectively that will enhance WordPress security. Understanding the Risk According to YourWebsite.com, around 60% of WordPress sites hacked in 2023 were due to stolen cookie sessions, not plugin or…
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