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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

May 29, 2023
Best Practices for Writing Clean and Maintainable Code

In the world of software development, writing clean and maintainable code is crucial for ensuring the longevity and success of a project. Clean code not only improves readability and understandability but also makes it easier to maintain, refactor, and collaborate with other developers. By following a set of best practices, developers can write code that […]

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May 26, 2023
Near Me SEO: Best Practices

To optimize a web page for "near me" SEO or local search results, there are several best practices you can follow. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you build a web page that performs well in local search: Perform Keyword Research: Identify the relevant keywords that include location-specific terms, such as "near me," "in [location]," […]

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May 22, 2023
Understanding Design Patterns: Enhancing Code Reusability and Maintainability

Design patterns play a vital role in software development, providing proven solutions to recurring design problems. They serve as a blueprint for creating flexible, reusable, and maintainable code. By understanding and leveraging design patterns, developers can significantly enhance the quality and efficiency of their software projects. In this article, we will explore the concept of […]

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Code Snippets

Plugin Action Links

Code Snippet | WordPress | PHP | Web Coding | Plugin Code

Adding settings links to the plugin display on plugins page.

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Telephone Click Tracking for Google Analytics

Code Snippet | Web Coding | GA4 | jQuery

Useful to add tracking to telephone links in your website.

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Add Name Attribute to GravityForms Form Tag

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

Adding the name attribute to all GravityForms form tags.

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