I normally use Chrome when I develop websites and was about to switch browsers until I learned how to disable the cache in Chrome while developing. I was so close to switching browsers that I actually wrote a small rant about it here. Since finding this little trick, Chrome and I are friends again :) There are ways to manually clear your cache, but I do not necessarily … [Read more...]
What is your favourite browser for development
I found out how to disable the cache in Chrome. So Chrome and I are friends again. Learn more here. This post isn't like my usual posts. It's not a tutorial or review of a product. It's a post with me just venting a little bit. I use to love using Google Chrome but am now finding it to be more and more of a pain in the attic. My biggest complaint has got to be how … [Read more...]
How to copy a live WordPress site to a localhost
Copy a live WordPress site to a localhost using the All In One WP Migration plugin in six easy steps. This plugin is great for testing or developing your WordPress Site offline. Copy a Live WordPress site to a localhost The All-in-One WP Migration plugin makes it so easy to copy a live WordPress site to a localhost that even a novice can do it. There is no need to use … [Read more...]
How to Create a Localhost for a WordPress Site Using Local by Flywheel
Developing WordPress sites is always easier and safer when you do it on a localhost. There are various tools that allow you to do this. Some are better than others. I've decided to switch my WordPress development sites to Local by Flywheel. I've used XAMPP and DesktopServer and both are great, but I find that I like Local by Flywheel even more. In case … [Read more...]
Full width search form on top of the header
In this tutorial I will show you how to add a full width search form on top of the header using the Genesis Framework. I will be using a modified version of the Genesis Sample theme. The theme can be found here. This tutorial is designed for the modified version of the Genesis Sample Theme. To get this code to work on other themes, some modifications will be required. With … [Read more...]
How to add a Utility Bar to the Altitude Pro Theme
Hello folks, in this tutorial we will learn How to add a Utility Bar to the Altitude Pro Theme.  There are a number of tutorials out there that will show you how to add a Utility Bar to a StudioPress theme. Carrie Dills has a tutorial on how to add a widget area above the header; her tutorial can be found at this website … [Read more...]
Add a Search Icon to Mobile in Monochrome Pro
In this tutorial we will learn how to add a search icon to mobile in Monochrome Pro. The Monochrome Pro theme, by StudioPress is a beautiful theme. However, it has one draw back. The search icon that can be seen when viewing the webpage on a desktop does not show up on mobile devices. Most modern websites will have a search icon on mobile devices and I thought I would … [Read more...]
HTML and CSS Tutorials for Beginners
HTML and CSS I have created this series of HTML and CSS Tutorials for Beginners with the intent of helping you with your WordPress development skills. There is a lot that can be done with the WordPress Visual Editor when creating your posts or pages. However, there will come a time where the Visual Editor is not the best tool for what you want to achieve. Getting familiar … [Read more...]
Enable Multiple Undos in Photoshop
How to enable multiple undos in Photoshop with a keyboard shortcut I use a number of computer programs and have gotten use to using Ctrl+Z to undo previous actions. Â The issue I have found is that Photoshop is set to undo only the most recent action when you hit Ctrl+Z. Â In order to perform multiple undos in Photoshop, you have to use Ctrl+Alt+Z. Â This may seem like a small … [Read more...]
Recommended Hosts
After experiencing problems with load times and inconsistent up time with my old host I decided to switch hosts. Â After doing a lot of research I switched to SiteGround. Â I couldn't be happier with my decision. Â Page speeds are now lightning quick and I could not be happier. Â I am in the process of writing a full review of SiteGround and will share it shortly! Â Below are some … [Read more...]
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