Elementor just wrapped up its first-ever annual “web.fwrd” event for 2025, and they had a lot to say about where the platform is headed. From AI-driven workflows to a brand-new theme, it’s clear they’re doubling down on being a one-stop shop for WordPress site creation. Below are seven key takeaways from the event and why…
It’s a familiar scenario for WordPress freelancers: Your client wants a new feature on their website. It’s a complicated one with no easy solution. Perhaps there’s a plugin that can get you 50% toward your goal. You could customize it to go the rest of the way. That’s great – but it will require a…
I’m sure we’re all glad that year of WordPress is behind us. WordCamp US 2024 marked the start of a transformative era for the culture of WordPressers—a situation that thrust the community and the greater ecosystem into a tailspin with widespread uncertainty and instability across various sectors. As of this writing, we’re still unsure how…
New Year’s resolutions are a popular way to create positive change. We often associate them with personal goals like exercising more or eating healthier. However, they’re great for your professional life as well. That’s good news for WordPress freelancers, as there are plenty of opportunities for change. Each release brings new features to learn. Plus,…
I recently caught up with Eric Karkovac to look back at his most influential WP Minute articles from 2024. As our resident voice for WordPress freelancers, Eric brings a unique perspective – he doesn’t just write about WordPress, he actively builds client sites and runs his own business. This combination of hands-on experience shapes everything…
At this year’s State of the Word, Matt Mullenweg handed the stage to Matias Ventura, the lead architect behind the open-source WordPress project, to highlight the pivotal moments in the project through 2024, while looking ahead to to the future of the platform. Albeit a bit slow moving, the Gutenberg roadmap has unfolded in phases,…
In a recent announcement, Webflow revealed a significant evolution of its platform, moving toward a unified Website Experience Platform (WXP). While many have become familiar with Webflow as a versatile no-code design and hosting solution, these changes signal a strategic pivot toward a more comprehensive offering, with enhancements aimed at developers, collaborators, and content managers…
I recently sat down with Jason Resnick, founder of NurtureKit.co, to explore the changing landscape of email marketing as we head into 2024. The timing couldn’t be better – with major shifts happening at Gmail, Yahoo, and Apple, WordPress professionals need to understand how these changes impact their email strategies. (Sorry for the poor audio…
The exodus began shortly after the 2024 US election. WordPress community members left the swamps of Twitter/X and migrated to Bluesky. They weren’t the only ones. The social media platform has seen millions of new account signups. According to The Verge, most of the newbies hail from the US. Formerly an invite-only app, Bluesky now…
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