How to Test WordPress Emails on Laravel Valet
How to Test WordPress Emails on Laravel Valet? This was a question asked from your side! So we’re going to answer this with this article. Here is the actual question: I have a Valet local setup for my WordPress projects, and sometimes I need to test the email functionality. Still, locally, the emails are not […]
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How to Test WordPress Emails on Laravel Valet? This was a question asked from your side! So we’re going to answer this with this article. Here is the actual question: I have a Valet local setup for my WordPress projects, and sometimes I need to test the email functionality. Still, locally, the emails are not […]
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How to Test WordPress Emails on Laravel Valet
How to Test WordPress Emails on Laravel Valet? This was a question asked from your side! So we’re going to answer this with this article. Here is the actual question: I have a Valet local setup for my WordPress projects, and sometimes I need to test the email…
WordPress for Enterprise: Why Your Enterprise Business Should Use WordPress
For enterprise organizations, having a scalable and reliable web presence is essential to stay ahead in a competitive landscape. Traditionally, IT leaders at large companies have leaned toward costly, proprietary web solutions in pursuit of stability and support. However, there’s a proven alternative. WordPress, now powering 43.2% of all websites, has become a compelling option […]
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For enterprise organizations, having a scalable and reliable web presence is essential to stay ahead in a competitive landscape. Traditionally, IT leaders at large companies have leaned toward costly, proprietary web solutions in pursuit of stability and support. However, there’s a proven alternative. WordPress, now powering 43.2% of all websites, has become a compelling option […]
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https://zedkima.com/blog/wordpress-enterprise-2/
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WordPress for Enterprise: Why Your Enterprise Business Should Use WordPress
For enterprise organizations, having a scalable and reliable web presence is essential to stay ahead in a competitive landscape. Traditionally, IT leaders at large companies have leaned toward costly, proprietary web solutions in pursuit of stability and…
The WordPress wp_is_mobile() function: is it still useful?
In the spring of 2012, WordPress rolled out version 3.4. Alongside features like the Theme Customizer and seamless Tweet embeds, this update introduced a handy function for developers: the ability to detect whether a visitor was accessing a site using a mobile device such as a smartphone or tablet. This function, wp_is_mobile(), arrived around the […]
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In the spring of 2012, WordPress rolled out version 3.4. Alongside features like the Theme Customizer and seamless Tweet embeds, this update introduced a handy function for developers: the ability to detect whether a visitor was accessing a site using a mobile device such as a smartphone or tablet. This function, wp_is_mobile(), arrived around the […]
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The WordPress wp_is_mobile() function: is it still useful?
In the spring of 2012, WordPress rolled out version 3.4. Alongside features like the Theme Customizer and seamless Tweet embeds, this update introduced a handy function for developers: the ability to detect whether a visitor was accessing a site using a mobile…
16 Best WordPress Chrome Extensions to Boost Productivity
Many team members rely on the Google Chrome browser for their daily WordPress tasks. While much of the work is handled directly in the WordPress admin, there are several Chrome extensions that help streamline workflows and increase efficiency. Browser extensions can make managing and developing WordPress sites smoother and more productive. But given the huge […]
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Many team members rely on the Google Chrome browser for their daily WordPress tasks. While much of the work is handled directly in the WordPress admin, there are several Chrome extensions that help streamline workflows and increase efficiency. Browser extensions can make managing and developing WordPress sites smoother and more productive. But given the huge […]
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16 Best WordPress Chrome Extensions to Boost Productivity
Many team members rely on the Google Chrome browser for their daily WordPress tasks. While much of the work is handled directly in the WordPress admin, there are several Chrome extensions that help streamline workflows and increase efficiency. Browser extensions…
How to protect WordPress site from unwanted bot traffic with Cloudflare
The web is livelier than ever, driven not only by human visitors but also by a rapidly growing number of automated bots, crawlers, and AI-powered tools scanning websites for content and data around the clock. While some bots are beneficial—like search engine crawlers that help surface your site—others can distort your analytics data, artificially inflate […]
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https://zedkima.com/blog/block-bots-wordpress-cloudflare/
The web is livelier than ever, driven not only by human visitors but also by a rapidly growing number of automated bots, crawlers, and AI-powered tools scanning websites for content and data around the clock. While some bots are beneficial—like search engine crawlers that help surface your site—others can distort your analytics data, artificially inflate […]
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How to protect WordPress site from unwanted bot traffic with Cloudflare
The web is livelier than ever, driven not only by human visitors but also by a rapidly growing number of automated bots, crawlers, and AI-powered tools scanning websites for content and data around the clock. While some bots are beneficial—like search engine…
Bulk content and media management across multiple WordPress sites
Managing content and media on a single WordPress site can be a full-time task. When you’re responsible for five, ten, or dozens of sites, you’re likely juggling late hours, tangled workflows, and mountains of manual work. Whether you’re part of an agency serving multiple clients, in charge of an enterprise multisite network, or overseeing several […]
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https://zedkima.com/blog/bulk-content-media-management-multiple-sites/
Managing content and media on a single WordPress site can be a full-time task. When you’re responsible for five, ten, or dozens of sites, you’re likely juggling late hours, tangled workflows, and mountains of manual work. Whether you’re part of an agency serving multiple clients, in charge of an enterprise multisite network, or overseeing several […]
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https://zedkima.com/blog/bulk-content-media-management-multiple-sites/
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Bulk content and media management across multiple WordPress sites
Managing content and media on a single WordPress site can be a full-time task. When you’re responsible for five, ten, or dozens of sites, you’re likely juggling late hours, tangled workflows, and mountains of manual work. Whether you’re part of an agency…
New possibilities with the WordPress Interactivity API
In previous posts on this blog, we’ve explored various facets of WordPress block development, including both static and dynamic blocks, as well as ways to enhance core block functionality. Up to now, our approach focused mainly on standard blocks that didn’t respond immediately to user input—in other words, non-interactive blocks. In this article, we’re shifting […]
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https://zedkima.com/blog/wordpress-interactivity-api/
In previous posts on this blog, we’ve explored various facets of WordPress block development, including both static and dynamic blocks, as well as ways to enhance core block functionality. Up to now, our approach focused mainly on standard blocks that didn’t respond immediately to user input—in other words, non-interactive blocks. In this article, we’re shifting […]
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New possibilities with the WordPress Interactivity API
In previous posts on this blog, we’ve explored various facets of WordPress block development, including both static and dynamic blocks, as well as ways to enhance core block functionality. Up to now, our approach focused mainly on standard blocks that didn’t…
Using variable fonts in WordPress themes
Since web fonts became available in 2009, web designers have had significantly broader typographic choices. This freedom largely comes from the flexibility of the CSS @fontface at-rule, which allows for alternative font selections beyond just web-safe, system-default fonts. There’s a wide selection of font file formats, many distributed by large foundries and services—Google Fonts is […]
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https://zedkima.com/blog/variable-fonts/
Since web fonts became available in 2009, web designers have had significantly broader typographic choices. This freedom largely comes from the flexibility of the CSS @fontface at-rule, which allows for alternative font selections beyond just web-safe, system-default fonts. There’s a wide selection of font file formats, many distributed by large foundries and services—Google Fonts is […]
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https://zedkima.com/blog/variable-fonts/
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Using variable fonts in WordPress themes
Since web fonts became available in 2009, web designers have had significantly broader typographic choices. This freedom largely comes from the flexibility of the CSS @fontface at-rule, which allows for alternative font selections beyond just web-safe, system…
WordPress multisite vs multiple WordPress installations: How to choose
Trying to decide between WordPress multisite and standalone WordPress installations? Both methods are valid options if you want to run more than one WordPress site. Still, each has its own advantages and limitations, so finding the right fit depends on your particular requirements. This guide will walk you through the essentials of WordPress multisite versus […]
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https://zedkima.com/blog/wordpress-multisite-vs-multiple-installations/
Trying to decide between WordPress multisite and standalone WordPress installations? Both methods are valid options if you want to run more than one WordPress site. Still, each has its own advantages and limitations, so finding the right fit depends on your particular requirements. This guide will walk you through the essentials of WordPress multisite versus […]
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https://zedkima.com/blog/wordpress-multisite-vs-multiple-installations/
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WordPress multisite vs multiple WordPress installations: How to choose
Trying to decide between WordPress multisite and standalone WordPress installations? Both methods are valid options if you want to run more than one WordPress site. Still, each has its own advantages and limitations, so finding the right fit depends on your…
Inside a modern WordPress agency tech stack
Today’s WordPress agencies do so much more than set up plugins or customize themes. These teams are agile and focused, delivering fast, reliable websites, handling complex client demands, and shipping scalable solutions—all while sticking to tight timelines. What enables this efficiency? A carefully chosen, well-integrated tech stack is the critical first step. In this article, […]
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https://zedkima.com/blog/wordpress-agency-tech-stack/
Today’s WordPress agencies do so much more than set up plugins or customize themes. These teams are agile and focused, delivering fast, reliable websites, handling complex client demands, and shipping scalable solutions—all while sticking to tight timelines. What enables this efficiency? A carefully chosen, well-integrated tech stack is the critical first step. In this article, […]
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https://zedkima.com/blog/wordpress-agency-tech-stack/
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Inside a modern WordPress agency tech stack
Today’s WordPress agencies do so much more than set up plugins or customize themes. These teams are agile and focused, delivering fast, reliable websites, handling complex client demands, and shipping scalable solutions—all while sticking to tight timelines.…
Unregistering style variations in a WordPress block theme
When you’re creating a custom theme or working with a child theme, there are times when you’ll want to remove or hide particular styling features—whether it’s a single core block or an entire theme style variation. This isn’t always just about personal preference. Removing unused elements can deliver real benefits, including faster performance, more cohesive […]
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https://zedkima.com/blog/unregister-style-variations/
When you’re creating a custom theme or working with a child theme, there are times when you’ll want to remove or hide particular styling features—whether it’s a single core block or an entire theme style variation. This isn’t always just about personal preference. Removing unused elements can deliver real benefits, including faster performance, more cohesive […]
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https://zedkima.com/blog/unregister-style-variations/
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Unregistering style variations in a WordPress block theme
When you’re creating a custom theme or working with a child theme, there are times when you’ll want to remove or hide particular styling features—whether it’s a single core block or an entire theme style variation. This isn’t always just about personal preference.…
Developer guide: Making WordPress block themes multilingual
Block themes handle WordPress translation differently from the classic approach. Instead of relying on PHP template files with embedded translation functions, they use HTML templates, JavaScript blocks, and the Site Editor. Adapting to these changes requires a fresh understanding of WordPress Block internationalization systems. This guide explores practical methods for making your Block themes multilingual. […]
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https://zedkima.com/blog/block-themes-internationalization/
Block themes handle WordPress translation differently from the classic approach. Instead of relying on PHP template files with embedded translation functions, they use HTML templates, JavaScript blocks, and the Site Editor. Adapting to these changes requires a fresh understanding of WordPress Block internationalization systems. This guide explores practical methods for making your Block themes multilingual. […]
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https://zedkima.com/blog/block-themes-internationalization/
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Developer guide: Making WordPress block themes multilingual
Block themes handle WordPress translation differently from the classic approach. Instead of relying on PHP template files with embedded translation functions, they use HTML templates, JavaScript blocks, and the Site Editor. Adapting to these changes requires…
Advanced WordPress automation workflows for agencies
Many agencies still spend countless hours on tasks that should run automatically—think plugin updates, deployment prep, and client notification emails. These chores can sap your billable hours and open the door to errors. Automation is the fix. It lets you save time, reduce mistakes, and keep your team focused on high-impact client work. It also […]
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https://zedkima.com/blog/wordpress-workflow-automation/
Many agencies still spend countless hours on tasks that should run automatically—think plugin updates, deployment prep, and client notification emails. These chores can sap your billable hours and open the door to errors. Automation is the fix. It lets you save time, reduce mistakes, and keep your team focused on high-impact client work. It also […]
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https://zedkima.com/blog/wordpress-workflow-automation/
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Advanced WordPress automation workflows for agencies
Many agencies still spend countless hours on tasks that should run automatically—think plugin updates, deployment prep, and client notification emails. These chores can sap your billable hours and open the door to errors. Automation is the fix. It lets you…
Mastering client retention: How to keep your agency’s clients
Securing clients for your WordPress agency is a real milestone. But once you’ve welcomed new clients on board, it’s crucial to provide an excellent experience and encourage them to stick with you for the long haul. This is where effective client management and retention strategies make all the difference. Below, we’ll look at why client […]
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https://zedkima.com/blog/agency-client-retention/
Securing clients for your WordPress agency is a real milestone. But once you’ve welcomed new clients on board, it’s crucial to provide an excellent experience and encourage them to stick with you for the long haul. This is where effective client management and retention strategies make all the difference. Below, we’ll look at why client […]
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https://zedkima.com/blog/agency-client-retention/
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Mastering client retention: How to keep your agency’s clients
Securing clients for your WordPress agency is a real milestone. But once you’ve welcomed new clients on board, it’s crucial to provide an excellent experience and encourage them to stick with you for the long haul. This is where effective client management…
How to hack Gutenberg blocks with Style variations and Block variations
The Gutenberg editor has matured into a versatile, highly adaptable tool for website creation. Besides its extensive default capabilities, WordPress gives developers a robust set of APIs, making it possible to create genuinely personalized editing experiences. This guide explores two often-overlooked, yet incredibly practical WordPress development features: Style Variations (often called block styles) and Block […]
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https://zedkima.com/blog/style-block-variations-gutenberg/
The Gutenberg editor has matured into a versatile, highly adaptable tool for website creation. Besides its extensive default capabilities, WordPress gives developers a robust set of APIs, making it possible to create genuinely personalized editing experiences. This guide explores two often-overlooked, yet incredibly practical WordPress development features: Style Variations (often called block styles) and Block […]
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https://zedkima.com/blog/style-block-variations-gutenberg/
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How to hack Gutenberg blocks with Style variations and Block variations
The Gutenberg editor has matured into a versatile, highly adaptable tool for website creation. Besides its extensive default capabilities, WordPress gives developers a robust set of APIs, making it possible to create genuinely personalized editing experiences.…
PHP 8.5: Faster, Smarter, Developer-Friendly Upgrades
The PHP Group has introduced PHP 8.5, the latest version of the open source scripting language widely used across the Web, including for websites built with WordPress. PHP 8.5, released in November, continues the community’s promise to ship major versions every year, along with two years of active support for each new release. With 8.5 […]
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https://zedkima.com/blog/php-8-5/
The PHP Group has introduced PHP 8.5, the latest version of the open source scripting language widely used across the Web, including for websites built with WordPress. PHP 8.5, released in November, continues the community’s promise to ship major versions every year, along with two years of active support for each new release. With 8.5 […]
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https://zedkima.com/blog/php-8-5/
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PHP 8.5: Faster, Smarter, Developer-Friendly Upgrades
The PHP Group has introduced PHP 8.5, the latest version of the open source scripting language widely used across the Web, including for websites built with WordPress. PHP 8.5, released in November, continues the community’s promise to ship major versions…
PHP 8.5 benchmarks: PHP performance across major CMSs and frameworks
PHP 8.5 is out, and developers are eager to see what performance improvements await their favorite CMSs and frameworks. To get a complete picture, we benchmarked 12 of the most widely used CMSs and frameworks—like WordPress, WooCommerce, Drupal, Joomla, Laravel, and CodeIgniter—across PHP 8.2, 8.3, 8.4, and 8.5 using a controlled testing environment. Since a […]
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https://zedkima.com/blog/php-benchmarks/
PHP 8.5 is out, and developers are eager to see what performance improvements await their favorite CMSs and frameworks. To get a complete picture, we benchmarked 12 of the most widely used CMSs and frameworks—like WordPress, WooCommerce, Drupal, Joomla, Laravel, and CodeIgniter—across PHP 8.2, 8.3, 8.4, and 8.5 using a controlled testing environment. Since a […]
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https://zedkima.com/blog/php-benchmarks/
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PHP 8.5 benchmarks: PHP performance across major CMSs and frameworks
PHP 8.5 is out, and developers are eager to see what performance improvements await their favorite CMSs and frameworks. To get a complete picture, we benchmarked 12 of the most widely used CMSs and frameworks—like WordPress, WooCommerce, Drupal, Joomla, Laravel…
Use headless WordPress to build a website with Lovable
Artificial intelligence, advanced development tools, and modern hosting options are putting headless WordPress back on the radar for designers and developers alike. This new chapter is reshaping how distributed digital experiences are conceived, developed, and launched. In this guide, we’ll walk through building a modern website using Lovable, an AI-powered frontend builder, with a headless […]
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https://zedkima.com/blog/build-wordpress-website-lovable/
Artificial intelligence, advanced development tools, and modern hosting options are putting headless WordPress back on the radar for designers and developers alike. This new chapter is reshaping how distributed digital experiences are conceived, developed, and launched. In this guide, we’ll walk through building a modern website using Lovable, an AI-powered frontend builder, with a headless […]
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https://zedkima.com/blog/build-wordpress-website-lovable/
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Use headless WordPress to build a website with Lovable
Artificial intelligence, advanced development tools, and modern hosting options are putting headless WordPress back on the radar for designers and developers alike. This new chapter is reshaping how distributed digital experiences are conceived, developed…
WordPress 6.9: What’s New (And What You Should Try First)
WordPress 6.9 is set for release soon, bringing a host of new features and refinements to the world’s leading content management system. This update marks another step forward in delivering a more powerful, flexible, and intuitive platform for both users and developers. Here’s a quick summary of the major improvements you can expect in WordPress […]
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https://zedkima.com/blog/wordpress-6-9/
WordPress 6.9 is set for release soon, bringing a host of new features and refinements to the world’s leading content management system. This update marks another step forward in delivering a more powerful, flexible, and intuitive platform for both users and developers. Here’s a quick summary of the major improvements you can expect in WordPress […]
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https://zedkima.com/blog/wordpress-6-9/
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WordPress 6.9: What’s New (And What You Should Try First)
WordPress 6.9 is set for release soon, bringing a host of new features and refinements to the world’s leading content management system. This update marks another step forward in delivering a more powerful, flexible, and intuitive platform for both users…
Scaling typeface gracefully with fluid typography CSS
Getting typography to look great on any screen is harder than it sounds. For years, web designers relied on media query breakpoints to resize text, but that method gets unwieldy fast as new devices and viewport sizes keep rolling out. Starting with WordPress 6.1 (released in November 2022), there’s a cleaner approach: fluid typography. It […]
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https://zedkima.com/blog/fluid-typography/
Getting typography to look great on any screen is harder than it sounds. For years, web designers relied on media query breakpoints to resize text, but that method gets unwieldy fast as new devices and viewport sizes keep rolling out. Starting with WordPress 6.1 (released in November 2022), there’s a cleaner approach: fluid typography. It […]
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https://zedkima.com/blog/fluid-typography/
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Scaling typeface gracefully with fluid typography CSS
Getting typography to look great on any screen is harder than it sounds. For years, web designers relied on media query breakpoints to resize text, but that method gets unwieldy fast as new devices and viewport sizes keep rolling out. Starting with WordPress…