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Some interesting Xero AppStore statistics, PART 1: - Only one app with more than 1000 reviews - Dext is runner up to get 1000 reviews. Hat tip! - Bills & Expenses Data Capture apps TOP 5 apps ordered by reviews: Dext, AutoEntry, Datamolino, Hubdoc, Lightyear - Dext is TOP 2 overall by review count - AutoEntry is TOP 7 overall by review count - Datamolino is TOP 13 overall by review count I have not scraped the exact ratings in this go. But generally speakings apps with a lot of reviews have a good score. It seems that people leave a review if they really like the app or if they are not satisfied and get annoyed. Users that are in the middle of this spectrum don't care to leave a review.

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Unhappy with your digital agency or development team? Learn why they're not delivering results 👇 Over 60% of Australian businesses are dissatisfied with their web design and development agencies. The root of the problem is usually lies in misaligned goals and poor execution. This leads to stagnant digital platforms, frustration, and missed opportunities. Want to know more about why this happens and how to fix it? Click the link: https://lnkd.in/gsGfMwMD

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Empty the Cart Snippet. To be honest, the last thing you want is for the Customer to empty the cart, but if you've ever wanted it, then add it. https://lnkd.in/g6CgMH3S #CodeSnippets

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Information architecture for websites is a lot like plumbing, when it all works as it should, you don’t have to think about it. So when we decided to showcase some of the best examples of information architecture, we thought it was important to choose those that are quietly effective, because you don't really want your IA to 'stand out'. Let me know any other IA's you think are particularly effective in the comments.

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If you’re looking for an easy, lightweight way to optimise images and speed up your WordPress site, check out the latest version of the plugin I have built at an affordable price of 2 coffees! Convert JPG, PNG to WebP Pro WordPress Plugin. What’s New in the latest Version 1.1.5? 1️⃣ Automatic WebP Conversion upon Upload: Images now automatically convert to WebP right after upload for seamless optimisation. 2️⃣ Batch Conversion Enhancements: Real-time feedback on remaining images during bulk conversion. No more negative counts in the batch conversion process! 3️⃣ Code Improvements & Bug Fixes: Resolved issues with duplicate functions when both free and pro versions were activated. Proper handling of the "Enable WebP Conversion" setting, ensuring conversions only when enabled. 4️⃣ Security & Efficiency: Nonce verification and input sanitization for enhanced security. Better user feedback with conversion status displayed clearly on the admin page. And many tweaks under the hood. For more details, visit documentation page: https://lnkd.in/dqdmFt6i

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Exciting times for apartment purchasers in NSW! The development landscape is showing promising signs of long-term trustworthiness through Resilience LDI. David Chandler OAM explains that there are now issued Resilience LDI 10-year warranty insurance policies with more projects currently being drawn up. Trustworthy credentials are becoming essential for lenders, governments agencies and consumers alike. This shift promises increased buyer confidence in the construction and real estate market. #LDI #ResilienceInsurance #TrustworthyDevelopers #BuyerConfidence

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Your digital agency or dev team may not be good enough. Woah, big call I know, but hear me out 👇 Did you know that over 60% of Australian businesses are unhappy with their web design and development agencies? Many businesses invest significant time and money, only to find the results pretty meh, with their website sitting idle, leading to frustration and so many lost opportunities. In our latest blog post (which is a bit spicy 🌶️) we dive into the common reasons why digital agencies often fail to deliver the expected results. From misaligned goals to poor execution, we explore the critical shortcomings that hinder company success and provide actionable steps to improve your digital outcomes. Transparency is the best policy: we've recently made some adjustments to our internal processes to make sure we continue to deliver.  Check out the post here: https://lnkd.in/gSzWrzHu

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BE CAREFUL about retro-fixing: your #WordPress Website Page Speed Performance. It's all about how you start and not about how quick you got there. https://lnkd.in/epYCKBew

It's Friday 🥳 Time for this weeks top 🔟 Laravel and PHP things. In 🥇 place this week we have Marty Friedel with his Laracon AU talk "The Invisible Developer". Its an open honest talk that discusses topics such as remote work, mental health and building genuine connections - 📽️ https://t.ly/Vv28A In 🥈 place this week we have Aaron Francis latest post "Reservable models in Laravel" another great post that goes into detail about some of the tricks that he's used when developing his new website - https://t.ly/PRRXc In 🥉 place this week we have Josh Cirre with one of his latest video's "I built Theo's Pokemon App in Laravel" another great video demonstrating how he built a version of "Roundest" this time in Laravel and Livewire - 📽️ https://t.ly/9x9jf 🥇 Marty Friedel - "The Invisible Developer" - 📽️ - https://t.ly/Vv28A 🥈 Aaron Francis - "Reservable models in Laravel" - https://t.ly/PRRXc 🥉 Josh Cirre - "I built Theo's Pokemon App in Laravel" - 📽️ - https://t.ly/9x9jf 4️⃣ Amit Merchant - "Using non-conventional columns in Laravel's Migrations" - https://t.ly/woWrG 5️⃣ Ashley Allen - "Working with Images in Laravel Using Intervention Image" - https://t.ly/5z2h6 6️⃣ Nabil Hassen - "Laravel 11: Introducing Schedule Grouping" - https://t.ly/VufMV 7️⃣ Yannick Decat - "Access Laravel before and after running Pest tests" - https://t.ly/lXr2X 8️⃣ Povilas Korop - A List of Laravel Black Friday Deals - https://t.ly/rQteY 9️⃣ Steve Bauman - Using the convenience methods on the HTTP Request Class - https://t.ly/vD_X1 🔟 Harris Raftopoulos over at Laravel News - "Handling default values in Laravel Request using mergeIfMissing" - https://t.ly/y3njy That's it for this weeks top 🔟 A huge thanks to everyone above. I hope you enjoyed them and you manage to take a way a few new tidbits. Don't forget to tag your posts with #PHP or #Laravel for a chance to be in next weeks top ten. Have a great day everyone.

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Government IT Contractors, are you drowning in the 'sea of sameness'?   A thought-provoking (AND VERY CURRENT) piece by Cristina Criddle in the Australian Financial Review highlights a critical issue in today's hiring landscape:   AI-driven tools are generating a 'sea of sameness’ in job applications.   With AI increasingly being used to draft resumes and cover letters, Criddle asserts that candidates are at risk of losing their unique voices, and companies may miss out on diverse talent.   The takeaway?    While AI can enhance efficiency, Criddle recommends maintaining authenticity and personal touch in applications. She encourages candidates to use AI as an aid, not a replacement, for their unique experiences and perspectives.   And so do I!   Here's my view:    I review hundreds of technology candidate resumes and applications per week, and this trend is SUPER evident.    Recently, I shortlisted 3 candidates for one role.   At the time of application review, I proofread all three.   All three, with nearly the EXACT same response to criteria.   All three were structured exactly the same, all three often with the same sentences generated by AI.    I recognise the value AI brings in automating tasks and boosting productivity, but when it comes to representing your personal brand to prospective employers, nothing replaces the power of your authentic voice.   Think about your resume and application as your own personal marketing material.   If the first impression a hiring manager has of you, your skills, and your capabilities.   Imagine trying to interpret someone's abilities when they look exactly the same as the next person.    My recommendation to you?   By all means, leverage AI for support and to increase productivity, but always ensure your resume and application genuinely reflect your experience and your tone of voice.    How do you balance AI efficiency while maintaining originality in your work? Share your thoughts below 👇🏽 #TechRecruitment #GovernmentIT #CareerAdvice #TalentAcquisition      

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Serverless is dead. Long live Serverless. At the Azure Builders Melbourne meetup on 26 November, I share my view on where serverless is currently at, what the hurdles to overcome are, and where it might go in the future. Join me and the rest of the excellent speakers William Liebenberg, Craig Moyle, Jiadong Chen and Pouya Koushandehfar for all things Serverless. Book your spot. Link in the comments. #serverless #azure Santhosh (Santhoshkumar) Anandakrishnan Venura Athukorala

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I'm the frontend lead for LocalGov Drupal. You know what I just did? I spent 30 minutes trying to figure out why my custom theme CSS was not overriding my base theme CSS. I don't know how junior developers survive, if someone like me can make such a silly mistake as this: header: css: component: css/components/header.css: {} instead of this: header: css: theme: css/components/header.css: {} Be kind when people don't get things right. Take it as a learning opportunity for them, not a bashing opportunity. Everyone is doing their best.

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A lot of #WordPress developers and designers I’ve spoken to over the years dislike #Elementor, however after using it myself for private and professional projects I can honestly say it’s my favourite page builder right now What is Elementor? Elementor is a powerful WordPress page builder that offers a user-friendly, drag-and-drop interface, making website creation accessible even for non-developers. It provides a wide range of pre-designed templates and widgets, allowing users to create visually appealing and professional-looking websites quickly. Elementor's real-time editing feature ensures that changes can be seen instantly, enhancing the design process. Its flexibility and compatibility with various themes and plugins make it a versatile tool for any web design project. Additionally, Elementor's extensive customisation options and responsive design capabilities ensure that websites look great on all devices What do you think?

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Securing your ideal domain name can play a pivotal role in your business' success (particularly online businesses) - but are you aware of the strict eligibility and allocation criteria that must be met in order to register and maintain your domain name? Get across the detail in Tom Rinder's helpful article below...

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