Eric Karkovack

Pennsylvania

I design & develop using WordPress, I write (@speckyboy, @thewpminute), I parent, I talk a lot. Find me elsewhere: https://t.co/i5RkDBUBTR

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7 Top Starter & Barebone Themes for WordPress Development — Speckyboy

1 week ago | speckyboy.com | Eric Karkovack

Every website we build is unique. They serve different purposes, such as driving sales, facilitating discussion, publishing information, and converting leads. They also offer different looks and functionality. That’s what makes WordPress a great platform. The content management system (CMS) can power virtually any website. Its flexibility is a boon to freelancers and agencies. Still, starting each site from scratch is a pain. You’ll find yourself repeating the same processes.
Inside Woo - The WP Minute

1 week ago | thewpminute.com | Eric Karkovack

In this episode of the WP Minute+ Podcast, Matt is joined by James Kemp, Core Product Manager at WooCommerce and long-time WordPress entrepreneur, to take a behind-the-scenes look at the WooCommerce ecosystem. James shares his journey from building Magento integrations and utility plugins to founding IconicWP, which was later acquired by StellarWP.
8 Comic-Inspired Snippets Powered by CSS & JavaScript — Speckyboy

1 week ago | speckyboy.com | Eric Karkovack

Comics have served as an inspiration to many of us. They impact every corner of our culture. Just try going to the movies without at least one comic-based film showing. It seems nearly impossible. Their style has also crept into web design. We see it in bold colors, outrageous typography, and unique layouts. Advancements in both CSS and JavaScript allow designers to bring these styles to life. There is no shortage of ways to add comic-inspired flair to your website.
Why WordPress Maintenance Could Be Key for Your Freelance Business

2 weeks ago | thewpminute.com | Eric Karkovack

Hey! Are you following our podcast in your favorite app? Add us by clicking one of the links. Apple – Spotify – Google – Overcast – Pocket Casts – RSSThe web design industry is maturing. New projects used to be the lifeblood of freelancing, and companies spent money on feature-packed websites to establish themselves online. But those opportunities seem fewer and farther between these days. Don’t get me wrong. New projects will continue to be a money-maker.
Two Decades Running A WordPress Agency

2 weeks ago | thewpminute.com | Eric Karkovack

On this episode of the WP Minute+ Podcast, Matt chats with Toby Cryns, founder of Minneapolis-based agency The Mighty Mo!, about what it’s like to run a WordPress agency for 20 years. From building sites in Flash before pivoting to WordPress after Steve Jobs’ infamous “Flash is dead” moment, Toby reflects on the evolution of the web industry, the rise of page builders, and the growing influence of AI on development and client expectations.
How to Troubleshoot & Debug WordPress Code With AI — Speckyboy

2 weeks ago | speckyboy.com | Eric Karkovack

You can write custom code to make WordPress do all manner of things. Whether creating custom plugins or tweaking your theme’s layout, there’s a way to make it happen. As they say, code is poetry. Writing code is full of ups and downs, though. You may have the perfect idea for achieving a goal – if only for that nasty bug you can’t resolve. Just think of how many hours we’ve spent debugging. They account for many long days and nights. Full disclosure: I still feel the effects of such trauma.
Marketing Agencies Adjusting in 2025

3 weeks ago | thewpminute.com | Eric Karkovack

In this episode of the WP Minute+ Podcast, Matt sits down with Mario Peshev, founder of DevriX, to discuss how marketing agencies must adapt to industry shifts in 2025. Mario shares insights from running a high-level WordPress consultancy, working with enterprise clients, and navigating the rapidly changing landscape of digital marketing, SEO, and AI.
The Best Practices for Managing Your Client's WordPress Sites — Speckyboy

3 weeks ago | speckyboy.com | Eric Karkovack

There’s nothing like the feeling of launching a new website. It’s the excitement of a happy client and a great addition to your portfolio. You can even admire all the cool things you did with WordPress. But as that chapter ends, another one begins. We’re talking about website management. It’s all about keeping your client’s site in tip-top shape throughout its lifecycle. But there’s more to the process than hitting the “update” button every so often. Modern websites are more complex than ever.
Why a Modular Approach Is Better for WordPress Development — Speckyboy

1 month ago | speckyboy.com | Eric Karkovack

We have the power to bend WordPress to our will. A little (or a lot) of custom code can make the content management system (CMS) do more. The sky’s the limit when it comes to functionality. That’s quite a magic wand in our pockets. However, it does bring up a few key questions. Do we go big when building plugins and themes for WordPress? Do we add all the bells and whistles and account for every potential use case? Or do we aim for the bare minimum – just enough to serve our needs?
Accepting Change in WordPress

1 month ago | thewpminute.com | Eric Karkovack

In this episode of the WP Minute+ Podcast, Matt is joined by Nathan Wrigley to discuss the evolving landscape of WordPress and the broader tech industry. The conversation touches on AI’s impact on development, the changing nature of podcasting, and how WordPress professionals must adapt to the rapid technological shifts.