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The WP Guru Podcast
by Jay Versluis
Join Jay Versluis for tips and tricks about all kinds of unrelated techie things. It's all very Complex Stuff - Made Simple.
Episodes
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Pairing an Apple Keyboard with Windows 10
In this episode I’ll show you how to successfully pair an Apple Wireless Magic Keyboard (first generation, MC184B/A) with Windows 10 (Version 1809). I’ve found so much conflicting information on the web, so I’m showing you what worked for me – in May 2019. I’m using a HP Z800 Workstation here…
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Pairing two Logitech Devices with the same USB Receiver
In this episode I’ll show you how to use the same USB receiver for two Logitech devices. I’m using a K360 Keyboard and an M325 Mouse. Both devices come with their own (unifying) receiver, and with a piece of software I’ll combine them to use the same receiver. This allows me to free up one ...…
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How to use OBS Studio to record your screen
In this episode I’m going to show you how to use the excellent free OBS Studio for screen recordings. This is an open source, cross platform tool with amazing capabilities, yet it can be a little daunting to get started with it. While OBS Studio is commonly used for live streaming, it can do…
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How to use the GoPro Microphone Adapter for HERO 5/6/7 Black
In this episode I’ll explain how to use the GoPro 3.5mm Microphone to USB-C adapter with your GoPro HERO 5, 6 and 7 (Black versions). It’s a rugged piece of technology I find incredibly helpful when I make videos on my bike. This little gadget has been getting terrible reviews – probably because...
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Ruipu Power Bank Model 121 vs Q80 – 24000mAh External USB Battery
In this episode I’m taking a closer look at two RUIPU Power Banks, namely the Model 121 and the Q80. Both have the same 24,000 mAh rating, both have an accurate LED display for the remaining charge, both have an anti-slip design, yet there are subtle changes between these models. Let’s find out…
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Disassembling my PlayStation 3 to apply new Thermal Paste
My Playstation 3 console started making a super loud fan noise the other day. Research indicates that this is likely due to a combination of dust and dried out thermal paste inside the console. So I took it apart and made a time-lapse while I was at it. In this episode I’ll talk you through ......
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ezcap 261 / AGPtEK / MYPIN USB3 – Game Capture Review
I’ve recently discovered an incredibly cheap HDMI capture device that promises 1080p60 capture for around $80. That’s quite a feat, and exactly what I’ve been looking for to get started with handsome looking game streaming. It’s known by several names, such as AKPtEK VG0061 MYPIN ezcap U3 / ezcap...
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Creating a Podcast Feed with WordPress and PowerPress – Part 3
In this final episode of this mini series I’ll show you how to configure the first episode of your Podcast Feed by adding the audio file to the post. I’m also talking about the implications of setting the date and time on the post so that all your post-dated episodes appear in the correct order....
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Plans for 2019 (and a Happy New Year)
I’ve been thinking about this for a while, and in 2019 I want to make it a reality: Regular Live Streams! My idea is to do two types of streams: Creative live streams, much like what I’ve been doing as fully proudced videos on a regular schedule. I’m thinking perhaps FRIDAYS at 10AM EST (that’s…
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Creating a Podcast Feed with WordPress and PowerPress – Part 2
In this episode I’ll show you how to configure our Podcast Category with the relevant settings that are necessary for the feed to have meaningful content. I’ll talk about every single tab, including the Feed Description, specific Apple iTunes and Google Settings, how to add artwork and how to...
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Creating a Podcast Feed with WordPress and PowerPress – Part 1
In this episode I’ll show you how to add podcasting capabilities to your WordPress website, using the Blubrry PowerPress plugin. I’ll explain the concepts and inner workings of a Podcast Feed, how it can be read by podcast directors and readers alike, and talk you through the installation of the...
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How to remove the Jetpack Feedback Tab
In this episode I’ll explain how we can hide the Feedback Tab that the Jetpack plugin adds to the sidebar of the admin interface in WordPress. This tab is part of the Contact Form feature, which sadly cannot be switched off with a single slider. We’ll have to delve into debug mode and do it ......
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How to hide WordPress Update Notifications with ZEN DASH
In this episode I’ll show you how to hide and remove those (almost daily occurring) WordPress Update Notifications. I’ve built this functionality into a plugin I’ve written over 5 years ago called ZEN DASH. The plugin’s main purpose is to hide all kinds of clutter from the WordPress admin...
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How to bring back the Classic Editor in WordPress 5.x
In this episode I’ll show you how to install the Classic Editor plugin in WordPress 5.x. I’m also showing you how to upgrade to WordPress 5.0 and how to bring back the welcome screen that appears only once after the update. From now on, Gutenberg will be the new post and page editing experience…
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How to submit your Podcast Feed to Spotify
In this episode I’ll show you how to add your Podcast Feed to Spotify. Until very recently, this was only possible if you were hosting your podcast with a specialist “aggregator service” (also known as podcast hosts), but Spotify have now enabled submissions from the likes of you and me as well....
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How to find the URL to your YouTube Playlists
In this episode I’ll show you how to find the URL to your own YouTube Playlists in Creator Studio Classic. At the time of recording, Playlists cannot be accessed or shared from YouTube Studio Beta on a desktop browser. I will also show you how to share a playlist with the YouTube Studio iOS App,...
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Blue Yeti vs ZAFFIRO – Microphone Comparison ASIN B07BVRQD8G
I was looking for another desktop USB microphone for my second desk. Currently I’m using a wonderful Blue Yeti with my Mac on my main desk (or Studio A as we like to call it), and every time I do a screencast or podcast on my Windows workstation (or Studio B as we’d like to ... Read more
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Ruipu Power Bank Review: 24000 mA⋅h with Solar Panels (and how to use it)
Last year, in September 2017, I ordered a RUIPU 24,000 mAh Solar Power Bank in preparation for Hurricane Irma here in Florida. I’ve had a whole year’s worth of experience with this gadget and decided to buy another one. This thing rocks! Let me tell you all about it, and how to use it in ... Read...
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ZAFFIRO Lapel Microphone comparison B074SF96X9 vs B0765NGK4N
In this episode I’m taking a look at two lapel microphones by ZAFFIRO. They’re both called “Lavalier Lapel Microphone”, and the description is more or less identical on both items – yet there are significant differences between these products. I bought both of them back in March 2018, and given…
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WordPress 5.0 and Gutenberg: What does this mean for you
In this episode I’m explaining the implications of the new default text editor in WordPress 5.0. It’s called Gutenberg, named after the man who invented the printing press (and hence revolutionised how printed books were duplicated and distributed at the time). I’ll also show you how to test…
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How to take pictures with Photo Booth on macOS
In this episode I’ll show you how to take pictures with built-in and external USB cameras using Photo Booth on macOS. Photo Booth is the equivalent of the Camera application in iOS. I will also explain how to export your images, where they are stored on the hard disk, and what you can do if ......
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How to embed images in GitHub Readme Files
In this screencast I’ll show you how to add images to your GitHub Readme files. You can use the Markdown or HTML syntax for this, I’ll show you both versions. Make sure to upload images to your own repository and provide the relative path to them. Here’s the syntax: In Markdown In Markdown…
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What is my YouTube Channel URL
In this episode I’ll show you four ways of finding your YouTube Channel’s URL. I’ll also explain why there are three types of YouTube Channel URLs, and what the query parameters are that you can append. Just in case watching videos isn’t your thing, or you’re in a hurry, I thought I’d include…
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How to turn off PayPal Notifications in the Facebook Messenger App on iOS
In this video I’ll show you how to switch off those super annoying PayPal notifications in the Facebook Messenger App in iOS on my iPhone 6s Plus. I’ve recorded this video on iOS 11 in March 2018.
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How to fix the “Occasional White Screen of Death” Error in WordPress
In this video I’ll show you how to fix an odd phenomenon I’d like to call “The Occasional White Screen of Death”. Here’s what happened: Google have notified me that some of my posts were not showing up, even though most of them are working fine. This didn’t make much sense, because traditionally,...
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How to install a free SSL Certificate in Plesk Onyx
In this episode I’ll explain how to add a free SSL Certificate for web traffic in Plesk Onyx. First we’ll enable the Let’s Encrypt extension in Plesk, then we’ll create the certificate and prepare our subscription for SSL traffic. And finally, we’ll tweak two values in the WordPress database so...
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How to launch a Mac App with Command Line Parameters from the Dock
In this episode I’ll show you how to launch a Mac App from the Command Line, so that we can pass parameters. I’ll also explain how to wrap up such a command into your own app and add an icon to it, so that you can launch it from the dock with a single click. ... Read more
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WordPress 111: Users, Roles and Capabilities
In this video I’ll show you the multi-user capabilities of WordPress: how to create new users, and what capabilities the different user roles have over your WordPress site. This feature comes in handy if you collaborate with other users: each user can create posts, but such users can be…
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