In the event that you need to get either the last or first post based on published date within your WordPress plugin or theme, you can use the get_boundary_post() function. In this article, we will show you how to use the get_boundary_post() function. If you would like more information on creating WordPress plugins, see our Read More >
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The get_permalink() WordPress function
Within your WordPress theme or plugin, you may need to obtain the post permalink. In this article, we will introduce you to the get_permalink() function which you may use to obtain the permalink of either your current post or another desired post. If you would like more information on creating WordPress plugins, see our tutorial Read More >
The get_post_status() WordPress function
Within your WordPress plugin or theme, you may need to determine if a post is published, a draft, or some other status. Using the get_post_status() WordPress function will allow you to do exactly that. In this article, we will show you how to use the get_post_status() WordPress function. If you would like more information on Read More >
The get_post() WordPress function
The get_post() WordPress function is one of the most important functions within WordPress. It allows you to get the post content or other information regarding the post easily. In this article, we will introduce you to how you can use the get_post() function to display post data in your plugin or theme. If you would Read More >
The get_the_post_thumbnail() WordPress function
The get_the_post_thumbnail() WordPress function will allow you to get the featured image and display it using your theme or plugin. In this article, we will teach you how to use the get_the_post_thumbnail() function to display featured images anywhere you want to. If you would like more information on creating WordPress plugins, see our tutorial series Read More >
The get_the_excerpt() WordPress function
Built within WordPress, is the ability to add excerpts to your posts. Of course, these excerpts will not do you any good if you cannot display them on your WordPress site. In this article, we will show you the get_the_excerpt() function that you can use within your themes or plugins to display the post excerpt. Read More >
Information for customers experiencing 500 errors
Due to recent upgrades on some of our shared servers, some customers may be experiencing 500 errors on their sites. We are working to resolve these issues across all accounts, however, you may need to apply a new fix temporarily. To resolve the issue, please use the cPanel File Manager to edit your .htaccess file Read More >
Upload a custom WordPress default user avatar
Uploading a new default WordPress user avatar is a great idea to better match the rest of your site’s appearance. Thankfully, the WP User Avatar plugin can easily be used to upload a new default user avatar with just a single click. Installing the WP User Avatar plugin First, you will need to log into Read More >
WordPress All In One SEO Pack plugin zero-day vulnerability
It has come to our attention that a zero-day vulnerability has been discovered within the All In One SEO Pack plugin which lets a non-privileged user either modify SEO data in posts or inject javascript into an administrators panel to execute malicious code. The developer has released a patch for this vulnerability which resolves the Read More >
WP-CopySafe-Web and WP-CopySafe-PDF zero-day vulnerabilites
A very serious zero-day vulnerability has been found with the WP-CopySafe-Web and WP-CopySafe-PDF WordPress plugins, which allows users to arbitrarily upload code, including a PHP shell to fully exploit a user’s files. This first appeared a few days ago on hacker sites and is being widely sold. What if I am affected? If you are Read More >
The get_adjacent_post() WordPress function
Using the get_adjacent_post() function in WordPress will allow you to display information on the next and previous posts within WordPress. For example, if you wanted to put links to the bottom of your posts that users could click on to visit the next or previous posts, you would use the get_adjacent_post() function. Usage <?php get_adjacent_post( Read More >
List of Top Anti-Spam Plugins for WordPress
WordPress anti-spam plugins are plentiful, but finding the right one to protect your WordPress site from spam comments can be an intimidating task. In this article, we will show you the best anti-spam plugins that may be used to help protect your WordPress site from an onslaught of spam. If you’re looking for a plugin Read More >
Globally disabling comments in WordPress
Disabling comments globally in WordPress usually takes some work in either creating a child theme, or adjusting your existing theme. Thankfully, a plugin has been developed to easily disable all comments on your WordPress with ease called simply, Disable Comments. In this article, we will show you how to globally disable comments on your WordPress Read More >
Creating tables in WordPress using the TablePress plugin
In this tutorial: Installing the TablePress plugin Creating new tables Adding content to your table Inserting your table into a page or post Creating tables in WordPress usually requires a lot of HTML, but with the TablePress plugin, you will be able to easily insert tables into pages and posts with just a few clicks. Read More >
Heartbleed 0-day OpenSSL security bug
On Monday, April 7th, 2014, a critical bug in OpenSSL was discovered which allows attackers to read memory information from servers with OpenSSL installed. As many of InMotion servers run OpenSSL, our system administrators have diligently patched the exploit on all affected systems. Update: Mashable has released a list of possibly compromised sites that you Read More >
Backing up WordPress with Google Drive
Backing up your WordPress site to Google Drive is an excellent idea for any website owner. Storing backups off of the server helps to protect the integrity of the backups. This insures that server issues or successful hacks will not affect the backups. In this article, we will show you how to back up your Read More >
Generating Google API keys
Getting Google API keys is quite an easy process. If you need to connect to services such as Google Drive or Google Maps from your website or another remote server, you will need a Google API key. The Google Developers Console can be used to obtain Google API keys with just a few simple steps. Read More >
How to fix OLMAPI32.dll and WWLIB.dll error in Outlook 2013
As of December 2013, some users have reported that Outlook 2013 is crashing due to a Windows update in which the error references either OLMAPI32.dll or WWLIB.dll. In this article, we will show you a few ways to fix this issue to get your Outlook 2013 up and running again. What causes this issue? This Read More >
WordPress 3.9 Beta 1 Released
Today, the first beta of WordPress 3.9 was released with plenty of tweaks and new features. While not quite as noticable as 3.8, there are numerous changes for both developers as well as end-users. We encourage you to deploy a development site to play around with it, especially if you use or develop a plugin Read More >
Hangout with Brad and Lisa of WebDevStudios
Welcome to our weekly hangout! Today we will be talking with Brad Williams and Lisa Sabin-Wilson about their design and development company, WebDevStudios. With clients such as NBC, Microsoft, and YMCA, they have some of the best WordPress design and development skills in the industry. Join us to discuss WordPress design, development, and the history Read More >
