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How I Survived 2 Heart Surgeries and Became a WordPress Pro!
In December 2021 I was diagnosed with Atrial Fibrillation. This is my Story of how I went through two heart surgeries, and one gall bladder surgery in 2022, and how this informed my approach to building WordPress websites.
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How Long Does It Take to Learn WordPress?
Learning WordPress can seem like a daunting task, but with the right resources and dedication, it’s possible to become proficient in a relatively short amount of time. In this article, we’ll explore the learning process, discuss the Pootlepress Learn WordPress in 1 Day course, and examine the Pootlepress Block Theme and Site Editing Course. Learning…
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Guardian Masterclasses: Drive More Traffic to Your Website – A Beginner’s Guide to SEO
Learn SEO Fundamentals and Boost Your Website’s Visibility with Jamie Marsland SEO for beginners workshopDate: Tuesday, 18 July 2023Times: 3pm-6pmCatch up recording available Book now: Increase your website’s traffic and improve your digital marketing skills with this beginner’s guide to SEO. Book your spot now! Hello, I’m Jamie Marsland, the founder of Pootlepress, and I…
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Learn WordPress Site Editing and Block Themes Course
Introduction Are you looking to take your WordPress website to the next level? If so, the WordPress Site Editing with a Block Theme course is just what you need! In this live and interactive course, you will learn how to create stunning and functional websites using block themes and the powerful capabilities of WordPress’s block…
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The complete guide to customizing WooCommerce
This guide shows you how to customize the most important pages of your WooCommerce website. I’ll show you how to customize the layout and design of your WooCommerce home page, shop page, and single product pages. And the best part is that no coding is needed. I’ve broken this WooCommerce guide down into the following…
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WordPress 6.2: The One Feature That’ll Make Your Web Designs Better!
WordPress 6.2 has recently added a new feature called the Style Book, which can be found within the Global Styles panel. This feature allows users to preview how global style changes will affect both core and third-party blocks. The Style Book is especially useful when a theme has many style variations that would be time-consuming…
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Where are WordPress Gutenberg editor’s mobile responsive controls?
In this interview, we sit down with Rich Tabor, a product manager at Automatic, who works on the Gutenberg project, specifically around site editing and Gutenberg. We discuss three important topics: the lack of responsive controls in Gutenberg, full site editing, and the future of block themes. The Lack of Responsive Controls in Gutenberg One…
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How to create a ChatGPT Ai ChatBot with WordPress Gutenberg
I recently watched one of my favourite episodes of “The IT Crowd” which featured a website called BluffBall that Roy and Moss used to appear as “proper” men, by generating phrases about football that they could use in conversations. This got me thinking about creating my own version of BluffBall using AI. It’s fascinating to…
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Revolutionize Your Website Copy with AI and These 5 Marketing Frameworks
Marketing can be a challenging field to navigate, with new trends and strategies emerging all the time. However, there are several popular marketing frameworks that have stood the test of time and continue to deliver results. By leveraging these frameworks, businesses can create effective marketing campaigns that resonate with their target audience and drive business…
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5 must-have Ai tools for your WordPress website
Artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionized the way we create, manage, and optimize the content on websites. As a WordPress user, there are a plethora of AI tools available that can make your website more engaging, interactive, and user-friendly. In this article, we’ll discuss my top five AI tools for WordPress, from content generation to code…
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7 Fastest WordPress Themes of 2023
If you’re looking to improve the speed and performance of your WordPress website, one of the easiest ways to do so is by choosing a fast and optimized theme. In 2023, NitroPack released their list of the top seven fastest WordPress themes based on several performance metrics. Here’s a closer look at each theme. 7.…
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Uncover the Hidden Secrets of Leonardo da Vinci’s Web Design Techniques
Introduction Throughout history, great masters such as Leonardo da Vinci have used visual composition techniques to create stunning works of art. These same techniques can also be applied to modern web design to create visually appealing and effective websites. In this article, we will explore some of the key techniques that classical painters used and…
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Recreating Austin Kleon’s Website using Gutenberg Site Editing and a Block Theme
Creating a website can seem overwhelming, especially if you’re not familiar with web design and development. However, with the right resources, anyone can create a professional-looking website that can help promote their brand, showcase their work, or connect with their audience. In this video, I’ll explore the power of WordPress Gutenberg editor and walk you…
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Introducing Instant Websites
Last week, I shared with you an exciting new development – the ability to sell complete websites with just one click. To demonstrate the effectiveness of this new feature, I decided to put my own tutorials to the test and create websites that are now available for sale. I’m pleased to announce that the Peter…
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Learn WordPress Gutenberg Now: 5 Amazing Beginner Tips Revealed!
Introduction If you’re new to WordPress Gutenberg, you might be feeling a bit overwhelmed by the block-based editing system. But don’t worry, I’ve got your back! As someone who has been through the same learning process, I’m excited to share my top five amazing beginner tips that will help you master WordPress Gutenberg. Automatically Open…
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Your Most Googled Questions About WordPress Gutenberg, Answered!
If you are a website owner, you have probably heard about WordPress Gutenberg. In fact, you might have searched for some answers to your questions about this WordPress editor. To save you time and effort, we have gathered the most googled questions about WordPress Gutenberg and provided clear and concise answers. What is WordPress Gutenberg?…
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FIRST LOOK! Is this the next BIG WordPress Game Changer
Today’s video offers an exclusive sneak peek at an upcoming brand-new service that’s set to launch soon. I’m convinced that this revolutionary new service will transform the way websites are created. Let me know what you think. Would you use something like this in your business?
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New WordPress Theme Builder: Two Major Upgrades Revealed!
Introduction I’m excited to share some new upgrades to the free Block Theme Builder for WordPress, which is designed for those who build block themes. These upgrades include a new pattern manager and the ability to upload custom screenshots. In this article, I’ll dive into each of these upgrades and explain how they can benefit…
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Why Elementor and Divi Fall Short for Blogging
Introduction In the world of WordPress, page builders like Elementor and Divi have become incredibly popular among designers and non-technical users alike. However, when it comes to blogging and creating long-form content, these page builders may not be the best fit. In this article, we will explore the downsides of using Elementor and Divi for…
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Sticky Vertical Menu Gutenberg
In today’s video, I try to recreate the https://www.jamespopsys.com/ Squarespace website in just 30 minutes, using the 2023 WordPress theme and Gutenberg Site Editing. Introduction The tutorial demonstrates creating pages and posts for the website and designing a new home page layout using columns, navigation, and query loop blocks. The video also covers adding social…
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WordPress 6.2 – A preview of New Features and Improvements
Introduction WordPress 6.2 is expected to be released on March 28, 2023, just four months after the release of WordPress 6.1. The new version comes with a mix of incremental improvements and new features. In this article, we will provide a detailed overview of the new features and changes that are expected to be introduced…
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The Secrets of WordPress Site Editing – Beginner’s Guide
It’s now possible to customize every element of your website using the Gutenberg Block Editor, and a Block Theme. WordPress Block themes are incredibly powerful, but they have a steeper learning curve than traditional Classic Themes. So in today’s video I answer some of the most common questions I get asked about Editing your website…
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How to customize the WooCommerce Product Page with WordPress Gutenberg
Would you like to change the layout of your WooCommerce Product Pages? Editing the WooCommerce Product Page is now super easy. Just drag and drop the various WooCommerce Product elements to where you would like them to appear and completely customize the layout of your WooCommerce Products.
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How to edit the WooCommerce Category page
Would you like to customize the layout and design of your WooCommerce Category pages? Here’s a really simple way, that requires no coding.
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AI and ChatGPT: 5 Top Tips for Creatives and Web Owners
Artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionized the way we create and enhance our digital content. From improving product images to creating recommendation engines, AI has made it easier for creatives and web owners to bring their ideas to life. In this article, we’ll be exploring five top tips for using AI to improve your digital content.…
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How to Stand Out in E-commerce: Lessons from the World’s Most Successful Websites
Introduction In today’s competitive e-commerce landscape, it can be challenging for store owners to stand out from the crowd. However, by learning from the most successful e-commerce websites, it is possible to gain valuable insights and strategies to help your store succeed. In this article, we will take a closer look at 10 of the…
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Easing the Pain: How MoR Can Simplify EU Tax Collection for Digital Businesses
When it comes to online transactions, you may have come across the term “Merchant of Record” but have no idea what it actually means. In this article, we’ll dive deep into the concept of Merchant of Record, its importance in e-commerce, and what it means for businesses and consumers alike. Introduction A Merchant of Record,…
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Stop using WooCommerce shortcodes
Introduction WooCommerce is a widely used e-commerce plugin for WordPress that helps small business owners create and manage their online stores with ease. One of the key features of WooCommerce is the shortcodes that allow you to insert different elements into your pages and posts. However, while these shortcodes might seem like a convenient solution,…
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Unbelievable! How I Built 3 WordPress Plugins In 10 MINUTES using Ai!”
Introduction With the help of AI, you can now build simple WordPress plugins with ease and in a matter of minutes. In this tutorial, I will show you how I created three different WordPress plugins using AI, including a snow plugin, a maintenance plugin, and a plugin that warns you when you have too many…
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Can I recreate Nike.com with WordPress and Spectra in 30 minutes?
In this video, I try to recreate a website that resembles the design of Nike.com using the Free Astra theme and Spectra Blocks plugin on WordPress in just 30 minutes. To build the different sections of the website, I use Spectra blocks including the container block, advanced heading block, and post carousel block. With the…