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I discuss Git, web and server-related programming, and anything I use to streamline my web development workflow.

How to Install WordPress on Localhost (XAMPP)?

You need a PHP-based development environment to install WordPress. Commercial hosting packages already have PHP, MySQL, Apache, and everything you need to install & build a WordPress website. However, most computers don’t have a built-in development environment, especially Windows computers. So you have to install & configure the development environment before you install WordPress on your computer. How to install WordPress on your computer? There are a few free and paid software you can choose from to create the development environment on your computer. Wamp Server, XAMPP, MAMP, and Local by Flywheel are a few of them. You can choose […]

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Web hosting price comparison among 13 companies

Web hosting costs may seem confusing sometimes. Although the final goal is ultimately the same—building a website—the cost depends on various factors, including marketing policy. In this post, I will compare the prices & go through reputable hosting companies, from the lowest price to the highest. But before I get into that see my top 3 picks (I am not affiliated with anyone). Best for WordPress WP Engine Speed up website performance. Best suits for those who have more than 10,000 monthly visitors. $300 per year Read review ↓ Performance & Security SiteGround Easy and affordable web hosting that guarantees […]

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Remove random string (WordPress v= in URL)

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WooCommerce plugin generates the extra & random string end of the URL. The string looks similar to “v=xx” in the URL of your WordPress website. It helps WooCommerce to calculate tax & shipping based on visitors’ location. However, it may look awkward on the website. And you can remove the random string or unknown characters end of the URL. Remove WordPress random string from URL This setting will solve your permalink issue. The random strings are unique. And those extra characters are automatically generated based on visitors’ location & per unique visit. The unknown characters are added to the end […]

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