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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

January 31, 2024
Why Meta Keywords are No Longer Applicable for SEO

How did the role of meta keywords change in SEO over time, and what are the modern practices that have replaced them? In the dynamic world of Search Engine Optimization (SEO), strategies and best practices are constantly evolving. Among these changes, the transition from the reliance on meta keywords to the adoption of more sophisticated […]

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October 23, 2023
On-Page SEO Best Practices: Techniques for Optimizing Individual Web Pages for Search Engines

Introduction In the vast landscape of digital marketing, search engine optimization (SEO) remains a crucial component for achieving online success. While off-page SEO strategies like link building and social media engagement play significant roles, on-page SEO is the foundation upon which your website's visibility on search engines is built. In this article, we will explore […]

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October 4, 2023
Building Scalable Web Applications: Strategies and Considerations

As the digital world continues to evolve, the demand for scalable web applications is on the rise. Whether you are a start-up aiming for exponential growth or an established organization targeting a larger audience, scalable web applications are key to handle growing user traffic and data volume. This article outlines strategies and considerations for building […]

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Code Snippets

Changing The Site URL

Code Snippet | WordPress | PHP | Web Coding

Here is how you can change the site's URL within the wp-config.php file so that you can browse the site without having to change all the entries in the database.

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Gravity Forms Field Validation

Code Snippet | WordPress | PHP | Web Coding | Gravity Forms

Validating form data can always be tricky, here is something to get you started with validating a set of data within the GravityForms form system.

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Turn Off Site Health Status Dashboard

Code Snippet | WordPress | PHP | Web Coding

On the WordPress dashboard there is usually a spot where it warns logged in users about "critical" issues or items that it feels are critical. This allows you to turn it off so it doesn't show via the child themes functions.php file.

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