Eric Karkovack
@karks.com
I design & develop using WordPress, I write, I parent, I talk a lot. Come for the tech, stay for the random jokes. Find me all over the web: https://karks.com/links/
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ChatGPT violated copyright law by “learning” from song lyrics, a German court has ruled. The lawsuit was seen as a key European test case in a campaign to stop AI scraping of creative output.
www.theguardian.com/technology/2...
www.theguardian.com/technology/2...
ChatGPT violated copyright law by ‘learning’ from song lyrics, German court rules
OpenAI ordered to pay undisclosed damages for training its language models on artists’ work without permission
www.theguardian.com
November 13, 2025 at 3:04 PM
ChatGPT violated copyright law by “learning” from song lyrics, a German court has ruled. The lawsuit was seen as a key European test case in a campaign to stop AI scraping of creative output.
www.theguardian.com/technology/2...
www.theguardian.com/technology/2...
A lot of companies have policies about co-workers dating. But what happens when two AI bots fall in love? 🤔💞
November 13, 2025 at 1:00 PM
A lot of companies have policies about co-workers dating. But what happens when two AI bots fall in love? 🤔💞
I feel like I have a case of sensory overload today. Funny how staring at a screen by yourself all day can do that.
November 12, 2025 at 9:03 PM
I feel like I have a case of sensory overload today. Funny how staring at a screen by yourself all day can do that.
Here I am, ripping a used CD like it's 2006.
November 12, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Here I am, ripping a used CD like it's 2006.
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They say every dark cloud has a silver lining. For Danny van Kooten, being diagnosed with appendicitis while on vacation gave him some downtime. He used it to start building #WordPress plugins! 🫨 youtu.be/8JTRVoCzWBw?...
Taking a Simple Approach to Analytics
YouTube video by WP Minute Podcasts
youtu.be
November 10, 2025 at 7:43 PM
They say every dark cloud has a silver lining. For Danny van Kooten, being diagnosed with appendicitis while on vacation gave him some downtime. He used it to start building #WordPress plugins! 🫨 youtu.be/8JTRVoCzWBw?...
There is SO much marketing hype in the web hosting industry, especially for sites powered by #WordPress. That's why @thewpminute.com created a free course to help you cut through the hype and make a well-informed decision. thewpminute.com/course/hosti...
Hosting Decoded: How to Choose the Best Host for WordPress – The WP Minute
Learn how to select the best web host for your clients with our comprehensive course. Enhance your skills in hosting, performance, security, and WordPress integration.
thewpminute.com
November 11, 2025 at 6:37 PM
There is SO much marketing hype in the web hosting industry, especially for sites powered by #WordPress. That's why @thewpminute.com created a free course to help you cut through the hype and make a well-informed decision. thewpminute.com/course/hosti...
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Koko Analytics is pretty great if you're looking for a lightweight alternative to GA in WordPress.
@karks.com interviewed @dvko.bsky.social about building the product and what his future plans are.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=8JTR...
@karks.com interviewed @dvko.bsky.social about building the product and what his future plans are.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=8JTR...
Taking a Simple Approach to Analytics
YouTube video by WP Minute Podcasts
www.youtube.com
November 11, 2025 at 2:34 PM
Koko Analytics is pretty great if you're looking for a lightweight alternative to GA in WordPress.
@karks.com interviewed @dvko.bsky.social about building the product and what his future plans are.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=8JTR...
@karks.com interviewed @dvko.bsky.social about building the product and what his future plans are.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=8JTR...
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New! Can E-commerce Ever Be Simple?
Podcast on e-commerce rivalry: WooCommerce vs Shopify innovation.
Podcast on e-commerce rivalry: WooCommerce vs Shopify innovation.
November 11, 2025 at 1:02 PM
New! Can E-commerce Ever Be Simple?
Podcast on e-commerce rivalry: WooCommerce vs Shopify innovation.
Podcast on e-commerce rivalry: WooCommerce vs Shopify innovation.
I became a Costco member this weekend. So, there's no denying I'm middle-aged now, right? Can't even say "young at heart".
November 10, 2025 at 9:18 PM
I became a Costco member this weekend. So, there's no denying I'm middle-aged now, right? Can't even say "young at heart".
They say every dark cloud has a silver lining. For Danny van Kooten, being diagnosed with appendicitis while on vacation gave him some downtime. He used it to start building #WordPress plugins! 🫨 youtu.be/8JTRVoCzWBw?...
Taking a Simple Approach to Analytics
YouTube video by WP Minute Podcasts
youtu.be
November 10, 2025 at 7:43 PM
They say every dark cloud has a silver lining. For Danny van Kooten, being diagnosed with appendicitis while on vacation gave him some downtime. He used it to start building #WordPress plugins! 🫨 youtu.be/8JTRVoCzWBw?...
Reposted by Eric Karkovack
Website #analytics don't have to be a complicated mess. I spoke with Koko Analytics founder @dvko.bsky.social about a simpler approach. Check it out on @thewpminute.com! #WordPress thewpminute.com/taking-a-sim...
Taking a Simple Approach to Analytics - The WP Minute
On this episode of The WP Minute+ podcast, Eric Karkovack chats with Danny van Kooten, creator of popular WordPress plugins Mailchimp for WordPress (MC4WP) and Koko Analytics. Danny shares his unique ...
thewpminute.com
November 10, 2025 at 1:12 PM
Website #analytics don't have to be a complicated mess. I spoke with Koko Analytics founder @dvko.bsky.social about a simpler approach. Check it out on @thewpminute.com! #WordPress thewpminute.com/taking-a-sim...
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New! Taking a Simple Approach to Analytics
Danny van Kooten discusses plugin development in WP Minute+.
Danny van Kooten discusses plugin development in WP Minute+.
November 10, 2025 at 1:02 PM
New! Taking a Simple Approach to Analytics
Danny van Kooten discusses plugin development in WP Minute+.
Danny van Kooten discusses plugin development in WP Minute+.
Website #analytics don't have to be a complicated mess. I spoke with Koko Analytics founder @dvko.bsky.social about a simpler approach. Check it out on @thewpminute.com! #WordPress thewpminute.com/taking-a-sim...
Taking a Simple Approach to Analytics - The WP Minute
On this episode of The WP Minute+ podcast, Eric Karkovack chats with Danny van Kooten, creator of popular WordPress plugins Mailchimp for WordPress (MC4WP) and Koko Analytics. Danny shares his unique ...
thewpminute.com
November 10, 2025 at 1:12 PM
Website #analytics don't have to be a complicated mess. I spoke with Koko Analytics founder @dvko.bsky.social about a simpler approach. Check it out on @thewpminute.com! #WordPress thewpminute.com/taking-a-sim...
Amazing what happens when your league is in bed with the gambling industry. www.mlbtraderumors.com/2025/11/emma...
Emmanuel Clase, Luis Ortiz Indicted On Gambling Charges
Cleveland pitchers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz have been indicted on charges connected to sports betting. Read more at MLB Trade Rumors.
www.mlbtraderumors.com
November 9, 2025 at 7:51 PM
Amazing what happens when your league is in bed with the gambling industry. www.mlbtraderumors.com/2025/11/emma...
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Reposted by Eric Karkovack
Here's a tough one: Should freelance web developers advertise their pricing? Short answer: It depends. #Freelancer #WebDev #WebDesign #WordPress speckyboy.com/should-freel...
Should Freelancers Advertise Their Pricing? — Speckyboy
Should freelance designers or developers list prices on their website? Learn the pros and cons of public pricing, from setting expectations to avoiding undercutting competitors.
speckyboy.com
November 6, 2025 at 5:52 PM
Here's a tough one: Should freelance web developers advertise their pricing? Short answer: It depends. #Freelancer #WebDev #WebDesign #WordPress speckyboy.com/should-freel...
November 7, 2025 at 8:06 PM
Sure, AI is supposed to make web development easier. But there are scenarios when it becomes a hot mess. #WebDesign #WebDev #WordPress speckyboy.com/ai-challenge...
AI Presents Many Challenges for Web Designers — Speckyboy
We discuss the key challenges in incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) into their design process and its impact on design trends and UX.
speckyboy.com
November 7, 2025 at 2:58 PM
Sure, AI is supposed to make web development easier. But there are scenarios when it becomes a hot mess. #WebDesign #WebDev #WordPress speckyboy.com/ai-challenge...
My #NewMusicFriday agenda includes:
"MTV Unplugged" by The Cranberries
"Ordinary Dreamers" by Jets Overhead
"MTV Unplugged" by The Cranberries
"Ordinary Dreamers" by Jets Overhead
November 7, 2025 at 1:35 PM
My #NewMusicFriday agenda includes:
"MTV Unplugged" by The Cranberries
"Ordinary Dreamers" by Jets Overhead
"MTV Unplugged" by The Cranberries
"Ordinary Dreamers" by Jets Overhead
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Anger, Incorporated pleasehumoreric.com/anger-incorp...
Anger, Incorporated - Please Humor Eric
As it turns out, there's a lot of money to be made by keeping us angry.
pleasehumoreric.com
November 6, 2025 at 10:02 PM
Anger, Incorporated pleasehumoreric.com/anger-incorp...
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This is wild: Bluesky says at least 3% of all posts made on November 1 -- Game 7 of the World Series -- were about baseball. bsky.social/about/blog/1...
The World Series Was Electric — So Was Bluesky - Bluesky
“How can you not be romantic about baseball?” — Moneyball 2011
bsky.social
November 6, 2025 at 10:34 PM
This is wild: Bluesky says at least 3% of all posts made on November 1 -- Game 7 of the World Series -- were about baseball. bsky.social/about/blog/1...
Anger, Incorporated pleasehumoreric.com/anger-incorp...
Anger, Incorporated - Please Humor Eric
As it turns out, there's a lot of money to be made by keeping us angry.
pleasehumoreric.com
November 6, 2025 at 10:02 PM
Anger, Incorporated pleasehumoreric.com/anger-incorp...
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Go ahead and use AI to improve your #WordPress workflow. Just remember, you're the boss! speckyboy.com/use-ai-to-en...
Use AI to Enhance - Not Replace - Your WordPress Expertise — Speckyboy
AI can speed up WordPress development, but overreliance can hurt your workflow. Learn how to use AI tools effectively without losing control of your code.
speckyboy.com
November 6, 2025 at 1:23 PM
Go ahead and use AI to improve your #WordPress workflow. Just remember, you're the boss! speckyboy.com/use-ai-to-en...
Here's a tough one: Should freelance web developers advertise their pricing? Short answer: It depends. #Freelancer #WebDev #WebDesign #WordPress speckyboy.com/should-freel...
Should Freelancers Advertise Their Pricing? — Speckyboy
Should freelance designers or developers list prices on their website? Learn the pros and cons of public pricing, from setting expectations to avoiding undercutting competitors.
speckyboy.com
November 6, 2025 at 5:52 PM
Here's a tough one: Should freelance web developers advertise their pricing? Short answer: It depends. #Freelancer #WebDev #WebDesign #WordPress speckyboy.com/should-freel...
Go ahead and use AI to improve your #WordPress workflow. Just remember, you're the boss! speckyboy.com/use-ai-to-en...
Use AI to Enhance - Not Replace - Your WordPress Expertise — Speckyboy
AI can speed up WordPress development, but overreliance can hurt your workflow. Learn how to use AI tools effectively without losing control of your code.
speckyboy.com
November 6, 2025 at 1:23 PM
Go ahead and use AI to improve your #WordPress workflow. Just remember, you're the boss! speckyboy.com/use-ai-to-en...