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One Block to Another: A Guide To The Block Transform API
Reading time: 4 minutesThe introduction of Gutenberg in WordPress has revolutionized the way we create and design content. With Gutenberg’s popularity on the rise, content creators are on the hunt for ways to make their content easier and more effective to write. As more and more blocks are added to the repository, it becomes increasingly important to allow…
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From Engineer To Manager: Lessons Learned Along The Way
Reading time: 3 minutesTo say the last few years have been a whirlwind would be a bit of an understatement. In March 2022, I was back on my job market as a result of a layoff. While this isn’t necessarily a unique story in today’s time, the following year would be a critical time in my career. I…
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Know Your Role: The Ultimate Guide to WordPress User Roles
Reading time: 3 minutesWordPress user roles play a critical role in managing access and permissions on a WordPress site. By assigning specific roles to a user, site owners can control what actions each user can perform on the site. WordPress User Roles There are six main roles included with any WordPress installation: Creating a User in WordPress Creating…
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Let it Flow: The Secret Sauce of Content Creation
Reading time: 2 minutesCreating content that stands out in a crowded online space can be a daunting task. One of the most effective ways to do so is to find your niche and develop a unique style that resonates with your audience. This is where the state of Flow can come in handy. The flow state, also known…
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The Secret Life of a Developer Advocate
Reading time: 3 minutesAs the tech industry continues to evolve and grow, the role of developer advocates has become increasingly important. These tech superheroes are the glue that holds the developer community and the companies they work for together, bridging the gap and ensuring that developers have the resources and support they need to be successful. But what…
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How Can I Monetize My Blog?
Reading time: 3 minutesSo, you have a blog. Maybe it’s been around for years and receives hundreds of thousands of views per month. Or maybe it’s brand new and still building up its audience. Regardless, one question likely pops into your mind: how can I monetize my blog? The answer may seem straightforward, but there are many ways…
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Should I Start A Blog in 2022?
Reading time: 3 minutesI remember my first blog. My first real blog, that is – my Xanga and LiveJournal sites didn’t count, as much as I loved them. Now, 17 years later, what started as a college hobby has turned into part of a multi-million dollar industry. If you’re new to the whole “blogging” thing, you may feel…
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The Top 5 Essential Skills for Product Managers
Reading time: 2 minutesWhether you are a seasoned veteran of the industry or an aspiring product manager, there are several skills that you should work on honing throughout your career. These skills help you make decisions, manage your team, and ensure that the product you manage continues along its established roadmap. While there are definitely hard skills that…
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What EXACTLY is a Product Manager?
Reading time: 2 minutesIf you’re here, I have a sneaky suspicion that you’re asking the very same question that I asked above – what is a Product Manager? Maybe you’re a company that’s expanding their workforce and need someone to manage a product. Or maybe you’re an engineer or developer who’s looking for the next logical step in…
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How to Set (Realistic) Goals as a Content Creator
Reading time: 3 minutesThe measure of success in creating content can be different for everyone. Most dream of being monetized and creating content full time. Others seek to entertain, and some just want to get their information out to the masses. But regardless of what ‘endpoint’ you are striving for, there’s one thing these goals all have in…
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