This is the November 2023 edition of “This Month in WordPress with CodeinWP.” Over the past 30 days or so, there was plenty to talk about, with debate over the Ollie theme’s onboarding process, a new website showcase at WordPress.org, WordPress 6.4 release candidates, live previews for plugins at WordPress.org, and lots more.
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Not long ago, we published this piece of news announcing that CodeinWP has a new WordPress theme under its wing. The theme is called Jadro and is one of the best full-site editing themes on the market – if you ask us. Jadro’s story inspired us to do an interview with Manesh Timilsina – the leader of the theme development – and ask him a few questions about the project.
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Since WordPress got its start as a blogging platform, the content management system (CMS) offers bloggers tons of practical features. For instance, you’re able to organize your posts using categories and tags. However, if you’re new to the CMS, you might wonder how to use WordPress categories vs tags.
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User experience and site management become notably smoother with the WordPress dark mode toggle feature enabled. Take, for instance, the case of OLED and AMOLED screens, which operate by lighting individual pixels. In dark mode, their pixels are essentially turned off, thereby conserving power and increasing battery life.
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Are you looking for ways to create a sticky block in Gutenberg? Whether you want to create an affiliate disclaimer, offer discounts, or draw visitor attention to important features of your product – a sticky block can help you achieve these goals. Sticky blocks, also known as fixed blocks, remain visible on the screen even as the user scrolls down the page, ensuring that the content you want to highlight is always in their view.
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Picture this: you have a unique vision for a website that you’re itching to bring to life. You’re excited to run a yoga blog or perhaps launch an online store. But where do you start? Understanding how to learn WordPress is often the answer. It’s beginner-friendly, and you’ll most likely encounter WordPress at the workplace anyway. So, why not learn a bit about it?
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By training ChatGPT on vast amounts of data, OpenAI created a double-edged sword of sorts. On one hand, it’s sophisticated enough to manage even the most dynamic digital tasks. But then again, on the flip side, this same dynamism can sometimes make it challenging to prompt specific outcomes – especially if you want to use ChatGPT for marketing.
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You’re probably aware of the growing popularity of machine-learning software like ChatGPT. Powered by artificial intelligence, these tools can generate all sorts of content, including articles, marketing plans, and social media posts. As a blogger or business owner, you may even be wondering how to use AI for SEO. In this post, we’ll take a closer look at the different ways you can use AI for SEO.
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Squarespace, in its most basic form, is a popular platform for building general websites. Its ecommerce plans, however, turn any Squarespace site into an online store capable of showcasing products and processing payments. Our hands-on Squarespace Ecommerce review will help you decide whether it’s the right place for your store.
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Searching for the best WordPress block themes? In this article, we’ve curated a list of the ten best WordPress block themes that let you fully design your site using the new WordPress Site Editor experience.
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Not too long ago, comparing Shopify vs Weebly was a straightforward affair. Shopify was the undisputed choice for serious ecommerce merchants, while Weebly served as a website builder for creating basic professional sites.
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Figuring out how to repurpose content with ChatGPT is one of the smartest ways to use the AI tool. With the right approach, you can take a blog post or a page and get AI to transform it or use it as the basis for all other kinds of content. That means podcast scripts, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) pages, and many other options. In this article, we’ll show you how to repurpose content with ChatGPT.
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This is the October 2023 edition of “This Month in WordPress with CodeinWP.” In the biggest bit of news, there was some of the most heated #wpdrama we’ve seen in a long time, with well-known WordPress personalities duking it out on Twitter (or is it “X”?) over the WordPress.com plugin directory and WordPress governance in general.
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Whether it’s a personal blog or an ecommerce store, managing a successful WordPress website takes a lot of time and effort. You might not have the resources to complete all the essential tasks in a timely manner. So, you may be shopping around for a WordPress AI plugin to help you. In this post, we’ll take a look at seven AI tools you can use to improve your WordPress site.
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So, we completed an in-depth Wix eCommerce review to explore its features, pricing, design options, user interface, and customer support. This way, online merchants, physical retailers, and sellers of all types can see if Wix eCommerce makes sense for them (or if they should opt for a different platform, like WordPress).
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File permissions are a key component of any file system. WordPress file permissions determine who can access, read, and modify folders and files on your server. In other words, they determine who has control over your website and who can change it.
(read more) Trying to fix the Error Establishing a Database Connection WordPress error message on your website? This is a common WordPress error that most websites will encounter at some point. It appears when your site is unable to connect with your database.
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Google Lighthouse’s ‘Avoid an excessive DOM size’ warning is a performance metric you’ll want to look out for. The Document Object Model (DOM) aspect of this lets scripts access and manipulate the elements of your site. This includes your HTML and CSS. However, a large DOM size can cause performance issues, maintenance problems, and much more. First, let’s help you understand what it means.
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We're excited to announce that Jadro, a Full Site Editing WordPress theme found it's new home here on CodeinWP.
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If you’re looking for a user-friendly page-building solution for WordPress, Elementor is a popular choice. But it has a few drawbacks. For instance, it can be expensive if you need Elementor Pro for multiple sites, and it can add some extra weight to your designs, which can slow down your site. Fortunately, there are some top-notch page builders that can give you similar functionality with fewer downsides.
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Sometimes, there’s a real need to look for the best Squarespace alternatives. Of course, Squarespace is incredibly popular, especially among YouTubers. However, it’s not a perfect solution for every niche, industry, or use case. This article will look at some of the best Squarespace alternatives and give you the means to compare and contrast them all.
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We are back with another roundup of all the latest WordPress news and gossip from the past month. Whereas the previous few months had been relatively quiet, the last month had two big happenings – the release of WordPress 6.3 in early August and WordCamp US 2023 in late August.
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There are a lot of ways to leverage ChatGPT for WooCommerce. However, if you aren’t well-versed in using AI tools – in particular ChatGPT – it can be hard to get a grip on how things work. For example, you might still be in the dark about some cool plugins and integrations that are possible between ChatGPT and WooCommerce. In this article, we’ll go over some interesting ways you can use ChatGPT in WooCommerce to optimize and improve your store. Let’s get to it!
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Learning how to do keyword research with ChatGPT is easier than you might think. Even though the AI tool wasn’t designed with Search Engine Optimization (SEO) in mind, it can be incredibly helpful in coming up with keyword and content ideas (and even business names). In this article, we’ll show you how to do keyword research with ChatGPT including real examples. Let’s get to work!
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Hostinger may not be one of the most popular web hosts (yet), but that doesn’t mean it’s any less powerful than its competitors. In this Hostinger review, I’ll take an in-depth look at this web hosting company to help you decide if it’s right for you.
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When you install a WordPress theme, you’ll get a built-in header that sits at the top of your site. However, this header design is often quite basic and might not include the elements you want. Therefore, you might be wondering how to edit a WordPress header. In this post, we’ll take a closer look at why you might want to edit a WordPress header. Then, we’ll show you the ways to do it.
(read more) SiteGround is primarily known for its affordable, entry-level plans. It’s a popular choice among bloggers and new website owners. However, as a developer, you have unique needs. So, you may be looking for a SiteGround review that focuses on this provider’s more advanced features.
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WordPress isn't just a mere content management system, you can do so much more with it. By optimizing your site with the best eCommerce plugins for WordPress, you can turn it into a stunning and profitable online store that rivals the finest digital stores out there.
(read more) If you are new to WordPress theme development, you may be wondering how to build a block theme. Since the introduction of the block editor, the way WordPress themes are built has changed to accommodate it.
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