Category: Tools & Productivity
Essential web design tools, AI productivity solutions, and business software reviews. Figma, Microsoft Clarity, Compressor.io, and more for Bloomington.
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AI Can Build Your Website. That’s Not the Hard Part Anymore.
AI can build websites faster than ever. The harder part is deciding what to build, testing assumptions, and thinking critically about the result.
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Visible Wireless, Seven Years Later: Why I'm Still Paying $25 a Month
Seven years with Visible: why I still use it, how the service fits my work, and what to consider before switching.
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Google Analytics, Google Search Console, & Google Business: Three Different Jobs, One Full Picture
Google Analytics, Search Console, and Business Profile all report on your website, but they answer different questions. Here's what each one actually tells you, and how to check them without drowning in…
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A Simple Mac Tool I Use to Resize Images Before Uploading to WordPress
If you’ve ever uploaded a photo straight from your phone into WordPress, you’re not alone. That 6MB image looks harmless. WordPress even creates multiple sizes automatically. Everything seems fine. But here’s what’s…
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Windows PowerToys Is the Productivity Upgrade Windows Should Have Shipped With
If you use Windows every day, you've probably felt it: the OS is powerful, but a handful of small things slow you down more than they should. That's where Microsoft PowerToys comes…
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How I’m Using AI to Build Better Systems for Business and Life
At David Martin Design, I have always believed the best solutions are not just creative: they are structured, strategic, and built to work in real life. Today, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become…
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From Donuts to Data Protection: How BackBlaze Became My Go-To Backup Solution
Earlier this year, I attended one of my favorite local networking events - Design & Donuts - held at The Mill in Bloomington, Indiana. For those unfamiliar, The Mill is more than…
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My Custom GPTs: Elevating Workflows & Creativity
Welcome to a showcase of my custom-built GPTs! Each of these tools is designed to solve specific challenges, enhance productivity, and support creativity in web development, digital marketing, and beyond. Click on…
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WordPress SEO for the Busy Entrepreneur: Image Optimization
Are you trying to DIY your online presence but are struggling to understand all the search engine optimization (SEO) terms? Are you worried about causing more damage or harm than good, or…
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5 Informative (And Free!) Web Design Tools That Can Teach You More About Your Site
Above all, websites are vehicles designed to help you achieve larger goals. For example, a restaurant’s site might be created to increase awareness and encourage patrons to visit (or order takeout). An…
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What's Microsoft Clarity and How Can It Help Improve Your Website?
Picture this: You build an amazing site for your business and set it live. A few weeks pass by, and you eagerly check to see how many people visited your site. Despite…