PHP, Wordpress, Magento and Shopify Web Developer in Northern Ireland
Hello, I'm Keith. I'm a website developer in Belfast, Northern Ireland working with PHP, Magento, Shopify & WordPress.
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Using WordPress as a static site generator
Static site generators have gained significant traction amongst developers, designers, and businesses seeking faster, more secure websites. Unlike traditional dynamic sites, which rely on a database to deliver content on…
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Simple steps to protect your privacy online
In today’s digital world, protecting your privacy online has become essential. With personal data constantly being shared, stored, and potentially accessed by unauthorised parties, safeguarding your privacy can help you…
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Moving a WordPress Website with ACF and Custom Post Types to Brightspot CMS
Migrating a website from WordPress to Brightspot CMS can seem daunting, particularly when the WordPress installation relies heavily on Advanced Custom Fields and Custom Post Types . Both ACF amd…
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Ensuring a smooth deployment of a PHP website application
Deploying a PHP website application requires meticulous planning, a solid understanding of the environment, and a thorough execution process. To ensure a smooth deployment, it is essential to follow best…
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Knack API Integration
Knack is a powerful low-code platform that allows you to build online databases and custom web applications. When integrating Knack with your own systems or custom front ends, you can…

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Simple Analytics: A privacy-focused alternative to Google Analytics
In an era where digital privacy concerns are at the forefront of online discourse, many organisations are reassessing their tools to ensure compliance with data protection laws and maintain user…
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Introduction to Bluesky
Making the most of Bluesky after coming from whatever Twitter (𝕏) has become involves exploring the platform's unique features, adapting to its smaller, community-driven culture, and taking advantage of its…
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Web application security testing
With the increasing dependency on web applications in daily operations, securing these applications is paramount to safeguarding data and protecting against breaches. This blog post covers the essentials of Web…
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Cookieless website tracking and analytics
Cookieless website tracking is a method of collecting analytics data and monitoring website behaviour without the need for traditional browser cookies. Traditionally, cookies have been a key component in tracking…
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What's going on between WordPress and WP Engine?
The disagreement between WordPress and WP Engine has sparked considerable debate within the WordPress community and could have important implications for users of the WordPress content management system (CMS). WP…
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Combining Laravel with WordPress
Combining Laravel with WordPress offers a unique and powerful approach to web development, blending the strengths of both platforms to create highly efficient, flexible, and scalable applications. Laravel, a modern…

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Switching from WordPress to ClassicPress
Switching a WordPress website over to ClassicPress can be done smoothly with minimal impact if approached carefully. The process involves a few key steps to ensure that the transition does…
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Guide to writing a good cookie policy (UK)
A cookie policy informs website visitors about the cookies your website uses, why they are used, and how users can control them. The information on this page is not intended…
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Bitnami WordPress on AWS Lightsail
The Bitnami package for WordPress provides a quick one-click install solution for WordPress. Once installed you'll most likely need to replace the default install with your pre-existing WordPress website. Here…

Magento
Magento is a feature-rich ecommerce platform built on open-source technology that provides online merchants with unprecedented flexibility and control over the look, content and functionality of their ecommerce store.

Shopify
Shopify is a fantastic, easy-to-use ecommerce platform for those wanting to quickly and easily start their online store without having to worry about servers, hosting and expensive development costs.

WordPress
WordPress is a flexible and responsive CMS, built from the ground-up to be accessible, fast and secure. It is an extremely intuitive and efficient platform when used for adding updating your website.

WooCommerce
WooCommerce is a robust ecommerce plugin designed specifically for WordPress. It has emerged as a game-changer for small businesses seeking to carve out their niche online with its intuitive interface and extensive range of features.