Kev Quirk

Proudly ruining the web since 2013.

Tag: web

An Algorithm vs Time

Twitter is on fire, but is an algorithm better than a chronological timeline?

Opinion, Web

Responsive Navigation Menu Without JavaScript

Here's how to build a responsive navigation menu using absolutely no JavaScript.

Web

Is Twitter Done Yet?

So Elon is completely screwing Twitter, I get it. But for many, *many* people it’s not newsworthy. Can we move on now, please?

Opinion, Web

How to Create a Simple HTML/CSS Notice Box

A few people have asked how I created my notice boxes, so I thought I’d write about how I did it. Hint – it’s just a bit of CSS, folks.

Meta, Web

Microsoft's Bot CAPTCHA is Annoying AF

While trying to setup a new Microsoft account for my son, I got stuck in a CAPTCHA loop. It's annoying AF.

Opinion, Web

Twitter’s Echo Chamber of Pretentiousness

I had a look around Twitter the other day. It really is a dumpster fire of people desperate for attention.

Opinion, Web

Static Site Generators Are Easy to Use…Right?

I’ve had this post in my drafts folder for *months* now Actually, it’s ever since I realised how hard it is to manage content with Static Site Generators, and flipped back to WordPress.

Blogging, Web

Will the IndieWeb Ever Become Mainstream?

Jeremy Sarber recently asked a question in response to my AMA; whether I think the IndieWeb will ever become mainstream. Here’s my answer… This is an interesting question, thanks for asking it, Jeremy...

AMA, Blogging, Web

Hunt for Better WordPress Hosting - Update

Nearly a year ago, I wrote about my hunt for better WordPress hosting and the results weren’t great. Here’s an update…

Blogging, Web

Revisiting the Web Analytics Rabbit Hole

A little over a year ago, I removed all analytics from this site because it was sending me down a rabbit hole that I didn’t like. Here’s an update.

Blogging, Meta, Web

A Brutally Simple Site

I teased last week that I’ve been working on a new brutalist design for this website. Well, this is the result.

Meta, Web

Why Are Newsletters So Painful?

Newsletters don’t have any right to be as complicated or as expensive to run as they are. So I quit mine.

Web

What Happened When I Replied to a Sponsored Content Email?

I receive offers for sponsored content on a daily basis. I decided to reply to one of them to see what happened.

Blogging, Web, Email

What's the Alternative to Firefox?

Firefox is great, but they’re not doing themselves any favours recently. Does a viable alternative to Firefox exist?

Opinion, Web

Gemini Isn't The Solution To The Broken Web

I’m not sure if you heard, but The Web Is F*cked and techies everywhere are touting the Gemini protocol as its saviour. I disagree. A lot.

Opinion, Web

Comparing Static Site Hosts; Which Is The Best Host For A Static Site?

I have compared a number of static site hosts to see which is the best *for me* in terms of performance, build times and pricing. This post contains the results of that research.

Web, Technology

Testing Netlify Analytics

I decided to take Netlify Analytics for a spin to see what it's like. Overall I wasn't that impressed and I don't think I'll continue to use it.

Web

How To Add Search To A Jekyll Site

When I flipped from WordPress to Jekyll, one thing I really missed was the ability to search my posts on-site. I've now added a proper search tool and this post will show you can do it too.

Blogging, Web, Jekyll

Goodbye WordPress, I've Switched To Jekyll (Again)

I've decided to leave WordPress behind and switch to Jekyll...for a second time. This post explains why.

Blogging, Web, Jekyll

The Pagination Predicament

I've removed pagination on my blog, mainly so you don't have to wade through pages, but also for SEO. Let me explain why...

Blogging, Web