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Falkens Maze Development

Welcome to my website where I share my development journey. It all started in 1996 when I built a basic HTML website for the company that I worked for. Although I briefly left the computer industry, I continued to build websites as a hobby. One day, I wanted to create a login system for a web page without using file-based software, so I searched for alternatives to ASP.Net and found a LAMP book. Using my qBasic knowledge from the 80s, I quickly learned PHP for the server-side scripting and MySQL as the database backend. My first real PHP program was a Jeopardy game for a class project. Over time, I transitioned from building website templates to creating them with CMS's that allowed clients to manage their own content without coding knowledge. After finding WordPress and its community, I made the choice to use this CMS in the long run. I take pleasure in developing plugins and customizing websites to meet my clients' needs. Browse my website to discover code snippets and other resources that have helped me become a better coder.

Falkens Maze Blog

February 19, 2024
Emerging Trends in Web Development for 2024

As we step into 2024, the landscape of web development continues to evolve at a rapid pace. New technologies are emerging, user expectations are rising, and the way we build websites and applications is being reshaped. In this article, we'll explore the key trends that are set to dominate the world of web development in […]

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February 12, 2024
The Iron Triangle of Project Management: Navigating the Trade-offs of Good, Fast, and Cheap

In the world of project management, the adage "good, fast, cheap: pick two" is a well-acknowledged truth. This principle, often visualized as the Project Management Triangle, posits that any project is constrained by three fundamental factors: quality (good), speed (fast), and cost (cheap). It suggests that while it's possible to achieve excellence in two of […]

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February 5, 2024
Cracking the Code: How Development Affects SEO Rankings

Introduction In the digital age, having a strong online presence is vital for businesses and individuals alike. One of the most effective ways to ensure your website ranks well in search engine results and gets noticed by potential visitors is through Search Engine Optimization (SEO). While SEO has traditionally been associated with content optimization and […]

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Code Snippets

WordPress Previous Next PHP Code

Code Snippet | WordPress | PHP | Web Coding

Within a post, you may want to output a previous post and next post links. This is a quick and dirty way to do it.

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WordPress Filter Reference

WordPress | Reference

Here is a collection of all of the filters that WordPress has available for use. It may not contain all of them so please reference the URL to go to the WordPress site.

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WordPress Action Reference

WordPress | Reference

Here is a collection of all of the actions that WordPress has available for use. It may not contain all of them so please reference the URL to go to the WordPress site.

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