Have you guys heard about this thing called “the Internet”? Seriously, I know we’re all just trying to survive the generative AI era and still have jobs (any job?) a decade from now. And there’s one thing that can’t hurt: Learning to code. Even with the rise of...
WordPress is by far the most popular system for managing websites. In part, this is because you can adapt the platform for any purpose using plugins. Whether you’re a budding blogger or an aspiring e-commerce entrepreneur, there’s a tool out there to match your...
You’ve almost certainly heard of generative AI. This subset of machine learning has become one of the most-used buzzwords in tech circles – and beyond. Generative AI is everywhere right now. But what exactly is it? How does it work? How can we use it to make...
Back in my day, a stylesheet was just a stylesheet. You hand-coded the CSS for every element. And we liked it that way. Ahem. Okay. Disengaging curmudgeon mode. CSS has come a long way since the days of raw HTML pages, and one of the most important...
How are your emails doing? Are they resonating with recipients? Do they contain valuable information? Are you sending them at the right times with the right subject lines? One way to evaluate all those factors is by keeping a close eye on your email open rates....
The times, they are a’changin. In the early years, AOL, Lycos, and Ask Jeeves were the most prominent search engines on the web (and most of us hung out on old-fashioned forums). But now Google owns approximately 85% of the global search market. For almost all...
Funny enough, HTTP error codes are both really useful and incredibly frustrating at the same time. Seeing an error when you load a page makes it very clear that something has gone wrong with the website — But most of us haven’t got the faintest clue about what...
Picture this: You’re in a Zoom meeting, and your coworker joins — but he’s accidentally added a filter that makes him look like an adorable puppy and he doesn’t know how to remove it. It’s a viral video in the making, but no one is recording the call. You have...
401 – Unauthorized is the internet equivalent of a “Restricted Entry” sign at a posh nightclub. Sure, it may help you keep away some unsavory visitors. But it can also turn away legitimate customers while making you look like a snob. Worse still, 401 errors are...
As you become more experienced with web design and development, you may need to access your site’s files directly to make advanced customizations. File Transfer Protocol (FTP) clients make it easy for you to manage these files. However, you may not know which...
Currently, 46% of people feel unable to protect their personal data. Since Google’s search engine often extracts and stores user information for advertising purposes, many people are turning to DuckDuckGo. However, you may be wondering if it is an effective...
When you’re considering a future in web development, there are many different paths you can choose. If you’re hoping for long-term stability, the career options and salary outlook of each unique development role may influence your decision. Therefore, you might...
Becoming a back end developer requires a specialized skill set and a significant time investment. Before starting down that path, you may want to know if the end result will be worth your time. The good news is that back end developers in the United States can...
If you want to become a front end developer, it’s important to know the average salary of this position. This way, you can successfully negotiate your pay during job interviews. Otherwise, you might not gain a fair wage for your extensive skillset. As a front...
Transform Your WordPress Site into a Lead-Generating Powerhouse Ever felt like your website’s just... sitting there doing nothing? You’re not alone. Many small business owners in South Texas, especially those in McAllen, find themselves frustrated. They’ve got a...
These are web design trends focused on small businesses looking to generate more traffic and customers for their website.In this article, I’m going to share with you my 9 web design trends in 2019.I’m Victor Thomas, the founder of Ericks Webs, the place where...
Web design changes so quickly, that things considered fresh and modern just a couple of years ago may now seem completely dated. If your website is 3-5 years old, you probably know what I’m talking about. If you’ve purposed to redesign your website in 2018,...
If you’ve been meaning to launch your new website but haven’t gotten started with your project yet, I have good news for you. You can learn about the latest website design trends for 2017 before you start your next project and stay one step ahead of your...