AuthorEthan Martinez

Recently, while working on a client’s WordPress site, I encountered a frustrating and puzzling issue: XML-RPC-based remote publishing suddenly stopped working. This functionality is crucial for users who manage content from external apps or automate posts via services such as IFTTT or Zapier. After hours of research, testing, and reverse engineering, I pinned the culprit down to a surprising...

With the widespread adoption of artificial intelligence, particularly in content creation, more institutions and platforms are implementing AI detectors to determine whether a piece of writing is generated or assisted by AI. Whether you’re a student, content creator, or organization, it’s critical to know how to refine AI-generated material so it appears natural and human-written...

When browsing the internet for high-quality images—be it for blogs, advertisements, presentations, or video productions—chances are you’ve stumbled upon Depositphotos. This widely-known stock media platform offers millions of creative assets that are readily available for download. But before you hit that “Download” button, you might wonder: Are Depositphotos images copyright...

The Finch app has gained popularity for its unique way of helping users practice self-care, personal growth, and mindfulness through an adorable virtual pet — your own customizable bird companion. But beyond tracking goals and fostering wellness routines, one delightful feature draws a lot of attention: the ability to “talk” to your Finch. Whether you’re new to the app or...

As a blogger and web developer, I’ve learned the hard way that not all plugins play nice together—even when they claim they do. In pursuit of a faster WordPress site, my desire to combine the power of two top-tier caching tools—W3 Total Cache and WP Rocket—turned into a compatibility trap that brought my blog to its knees. In this article, I walk you through what went wrong, how I troubleshot the...

In early 2025, the digital world was shaken by news of a large-scale data breach involving Google’s Gmail service. As one of the most widely used email platforms on the planet, with over 1.8 billion active users, a breach of this magnitude has triggered widespread concern. Here’s an in-depth look at what happened, what it means for users, and how you can protect yourself. TLDR (Too Long...