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8 Reasons a Hosted CMS Trumps a Free Website Builder

July 2, 2018

It’s amazing how often people use the term hosted CMS, and website builder interchangeably. Although both tools are designed to help you create an online presence with ease, the truth is that they’re very different services. For instance, a hosted CMS allows you to manage a wide range of different content and tap into rich […]

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Looking for an Alternative CMS? Consider Coaster

July 2, 2018

If you want to build an incredible website and a powerful online presence, then the first thing you’re going to need is the right tools. While reliable hosting and a strong graphic designer can help you go some of the way, a time will come when you need to start exploring the “content” side of […]

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Build a Magneto-Based Shopping App with Mofluid

July 2, 2018

The rising popularity of online shopping has created a new era of simplicity and convenience for today’s consumers. Not only does online shopping mean that you buy products without having to get dressed or go to the store, but it also ensures that you can compare the prices of those products too so that you’re […]

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The Best Inventory Management Tools For WooCommerce

June 28, 2018

Any shop that sells physical goods has to deal with inventory management in some way and running an online is no different. If you’ve used WooComemrce by now you might be aware of the fact that its inventory management features aren’t quite sufficient enough. While decent, inventory management requires a little extra muscle. The good news […]

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10 Great Ways To Expand WooCommerce Functionality

June 26, 2018

Just like WordPress itself is capable of transforming into many forms, so is WooCommerce. WooCommerce is a great plugin for running a web store on WordPress, however, it is not just a simple web store plugin. It is very versatile and can be used for a variety of other purposes. The reason WooCommerce can do so many things […]

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Is a Cheap VPS Web Hosting Plan Adequate for My Business?

June 24, 2018

When it comes to launching your website, there are few things more important than choosing the right hosting strategy. With so many different web hosts out there and countless packages for small businesses to large corporations, it’s difficult to make sure that you’re getting enough power for your company – without overspending. In general, most […]

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Linux vs. Windows Dedicated Servers: The Core Differences

June 24, 2018

Everyone seems to have their own opinion when it comes to whether “Linux” or “Windows” dedicated hosting is the best option for companies in search of effective website support. As servers at x86 level continue to grow more popular, Linux servers are growing more desirable, although there are plenty of people out there who are […]

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Create Wireframes and Prototypes with One Tool – Axure

June 24, 2018

Axure was originally released in January 2003, and it was one of the first tools created to specifically support prototyping for browser-based applications. Today, Axure can handle anything from wireframing to prototyping, building flowcharts, and finishing off diagrams. There are more than 25,000 organisations around the world using Axure, including nearly 90 of the Fortune […]

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The Best Instagram Plugins For WordPress in 2018

June 21, 2018

Marketing on social media has taken off in a huge way, and Instagram is among the most popular platforms. With the average number of active people using Instagram daily exceeding 500 million, that’s a market that you shouldn’t really ignore. If you’re using WordPress for your business or blog, there are a number of WordPress Instagram […]

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The Best Portfolio WordPress Themes For 2018

June 20, 2018

A decent portfolio must cover a lot of bases. Apart from showcasing your work, the text alongside each piece must give the right level of context. Not only that, it must also be designed well enough to catch people’s attention without shifting focus away from the work itself. Finding a suitable theme among the many […]

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Scale Your Development Process with Dojo Toolkit

June 19, 2018

The Dojo toolkit is a JavaScript solution designed to save time and offer productivity that scales alongside your development process. Dojo essentially offers everything you’d need to construct the perfect web application, from language utilities to UI components and a whole lot more. Many regard Dojo to be one of the most powerful, yet highly […]

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Getting to Know Framework 7

June 19, 2018

Framework 8 is an open-source HTML mobile framework designed to help developers create fantastic web and mobile apps with an iOS or Android native feel. The system began with a focus entirely on mobile design, to make sure that anyone can create the ultimate app with CSS, HTML, and JavaScript languages. Although Framework 7 is […]

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Control Your Browsing with Ghostery

June 19, 2018

Ghostery is a unique browser extension designed for the age of privacy. In a world where customers are sick and tired of seeing ads from companies they’re not interested in, Ghostery allows you to customise your online experience by making browsing safer, cleaner, and faster. This application automatically detects thousands of third-party technologies designed to […]

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Collaborate on Your Ideas Visually with Whimsical

June 19, 2018

Need a way to bring your team together over projects without compromising on speed or productivity? Whimsical was designed to be incredibly fast and innovative, so that co-workers can collaborate as efficiently as possible. The team behind this workplace tool for flowcharts, mind maps, diagrams, and wireframes designed it to be: Simple: By implementing less […]

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Overflow.io: A Great New Tool for Creating User Flow Diagrams

June 19, 2018

Overflow.io began when one of the minds behind Proto.io decided that they were sick and tired of how difficult it was for modern designers to create a narrative with their designs. Every day, the average designer spends hours crafting a story about their design process and decisions, and when they can’t let their customer in […]

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How To Add A Load More Posts Button In WordPress

June 15, 2018

Many popular platforms allow users to load more posts when they reach the bottom of the page. In this article, we will show you how to easily add a load more posts button to your own website in WordPress. Why Should I Add A Load More Posts Button? Many blogs use a simple ‘Older posts’ […]

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Important Things To Avoid Doing In WordPress

June 14, 2018

Without wanting to frighten you too much, there are certain things you can do in WordPress that will just plain break it. On a less worrying (but also important) note, there are other things you can do that we would certainly advise against — whether it represents a potential security risk or simply something that has […]

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6 Tips for Choosing the Best Blogging Platform

June 14, 2018

Deciding that it’s time to start your own blog means that you’ll have a few important decisions to make. One of the most critical questions on your list will be: which blogging platform should I be using? After all, there are plenty of people out there who insist that you have to build your blog […]

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8 Reasons to Develop a Static Website

June 14, 2018

The era of static websites is back. Finally, businesses have begun to realise that they don’t necessarily need to have characters moving all over their pages to make their sites interesting. Although a little motion here and there can be a great way to engage users at times, there’s also a lot to be said […]

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Design Trends 2018: The Possibilities of Motion UI

June 14, 2018

As the world becomes more focused on experience and customer satisfaction, we’ve seen a significant shift in the way that developers create websites and applications for almost all industries. For instance, alongside a shift towards more user experienced focused design, we’ve also seen more popularity around the concept of Motion UI – one of the […]

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