Neo
Just realized that “Neo” is an anagram for “One”. As in, “he is the One” (The Matrix).
Web Dev + WordPress + Security
GA Pro: Add Google Analytics to WordPress like a pro.
Thought Bucket
233 thoughts
VLC player tip
To get VLC app to load all songs (including subfolders), go to Preferences ▸ Show All ▸ Playlist ▸ Subdirectory behavior ▸ Expand.
Switching to Affinity Photo
Switching from PhotoShop to Affinity Photo is one of the most liberating work-related things I’ve done in 20 years.
Pro plugin updates
Finally got my collection of Pro WordPress plugins updated. Everything now better than ever and current with WP 5.5.
VLC media player
I heart VLC player, but its default random mode absolutely sucks for large music libraries. Update: improve VLC random mode.
Back on track
Air conditioner finally fixed. Now getting back on track with work and stuff.
Wake up
It’s not real buddy. Turn off the propaganda and think for yourself.
Internet outage maps
Something tells me these Internet outage tools will be very super useful for the next several months. Buckle up people.
Summer heat
Right in the middle of the August desert heatwave (temps above 100°F / 38°C), our air conditioner dies. Not getting much done while waiting for a fix. Just way too hot.
Google search results
Somehow the Google search results are less on target lately. Taking longer to find basic information.
Plesk updates
I feel like I deserve a hero badge for keeping Plesk updated to the latest version.
Inspiring details
This is an inspiring design for tutorial sites. So many cool little details. Gotta try that tty-player.
WordPress 5.5
Just upgraded Perishable Press to WP 5.5. So far so good..
Wow great support
LOL @ “weekly” support: “Your request has been received and will be reviewed soon. Neil (your support guy) checks support requests weekly. Rest assured we’ll get to it!” — Gotta be kidding with this.
BoTW
After several days of work, finally taking a break. If anyone needs me, I’ll be in Zora’s Domain, working thru Mah Eliya shrine.
Words of wisdom
Never ever call the client a useless idiot. Even if it’s true.
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Head Meta Pro: Perfect Meta Tags for WordPress
Thoughts
Launching my new plugin, Head Meta Pro 🚀 Complete meta tags for WordPress.
Migrating sites to a new server, so far so good. Please report any bugs, thank you.
Arc browser looked good but lost me at “account required”. No browsers do that.
Finishing up the pro version of Head Meta Data plugin, launch planned this month.
Finally finished my ultimate block list to stop AI bots :) Blocks over 400+ AI bots!
After 10 years working late at night, my schedule has changed. I am now a “morning person”, starting my day at 6am or earlier.