WordPress Responsive Theme Child Theme Update v1.9.5.1 2014 | MindVisionMedia.net

WordPress Responsive Theme Child Theme Update v1.9.5.1 2014. The long awaited and much needed child theme update tutorial that will help fix your broken parent or child theme. 

Hello folks, #allanmvm here to resolve the current confusion surrounding child themes and the latest versions of this popular WordPress Theme.

Over the last several weeks I have recieved a huge influx of inquiries regarding broken parent and child themes from people all over the world. Typically, theme developers only make changes that cover security vulnerabilities and bug fixes to a theme. Rarely do they change core file names and locations which can reak havoc on current users.

In recent updates however, CyberChimps has done both. In the last few months I've seen an increased update pattern from CyberChimps as they attempt to finalize core features and improvements to one of the most popular themes available. The problem started when changes to these core file names and locations were part of the updates.

This caused and is still causing a little confusion and frustration for some over which file to edit. Over the span of this past summer (2013) when the home php file was changed to front-page php (this file deals with the main Content area, CTA button and the Featured content areas of the home page), I saw an increase of support requests for help figuring out where to edit these sections in the theme editor and or explanations on how to move that file to the child theme directory to make edits.

Now with the latest updates, the actual location of the main style css file has changed. Many users have discovered that the @url reference link in their child theme css could no longer find the new location of the parent themes style css.

A quick fix for existing child theme users is to edit the path from, .../responsive/style.css to the new path in the @url reference.

In my latest UPDATED Responsive Theme Child Theme Tutorial for 2014, I reveal the new location (path) of the "parent" style css file and how to set up and use a child theme with the new Responsive Theme updates.

I show how to download and install the child theme template available from CyberChimps, activate it and set it up so you can edit your child theme successfully along with showing how to move or transfer copies of other files to the child theme directory in order to see and access them from within the Dashboard theme editor.

You can watch the Tutorial below for more:

 

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By
Allan Whitney

owner/Administrator
MindVisionMedia.net

Responsive Theme Area Zone Map Guidebook 2014 Update

The Responsive Theme Area Zone Map Guidebook from Allan has been updated for 2014. There weren't many changes except for the references to the old home.php file which is now called the front-page.php file. 

If you don't have your copy, request it now at MindVisionmedia.net below or click the image to the left. Its the perfect start for the first time user or anyone new to the WordPress Responsive Theme.

"If only I had this when I started out ", so I know you will find it useful.


This guide still points out all the different areas on each page template and in the widget area so that you can navigate in comfort while you edit and build your site or Blog. "I wish every theme came with one of these", David K., California

Request your copy Now! Click here...

There aren't many resources out there for the Responsive Theme, but you can count on MindVisionMedia.net to pick up the slack. Get your copy now and tell a friend.

By
Allan Whitney
Owner/Administrator
MindVisionMedia.net

4 all NEW Responsive Theme Video Tutorials for 2014

4 Incredible Responsive Theme Tutorials for 2014

Hello from Allan at MindVisionmedia.net, I hope all is well with you and yours. I just wanted to announce that I just released 4 powerful all NEW WordPress Responsive Theme Video tutorials on YouTube.

MindVisionmedia.net is already known for its free resources and Responsive Theme Tutorials but these are new for 2014 and the topics include Creating a Full Width Header and Footer, Transparent Pages, Widgets and White Space and Responsive Theme Basics. With support for the free version of the theme coming to an end, Allan's tutorials are sure to become even more popular in the very near future.

Demand for Allan's assistance is reaching critical mass as he receives requests from all over the world for guidance on this incredible WordPress theme. Hopefully in 2014, Allan will be able to transition a portion of his free services to secure funding, resources or steady income for the MindVisionMedia.net project. Until then it continues to be a labor of love, learning, gratitude from helping the web community and a testament to his skills and abilities. 

Check out a couple of the latest tutorials below:

"Responsive Theme Full Width Header and Footer"

"Responsive Theme Transparent pages"

Enjoy these tutorials and more, visit my YouTube Channel here!


By
Allan Whitney
Owner/Administrator
MindVisionMedia.net

2014 Brute Force Attack against WordPress

2014 Brute Force Attack against WordPress

Hello all, I hope this post finds you well.

This is a Warning Post to ALL WordPress users!

Wordfence, maker of the WordPress security plugin, recently announced that yet another broad spectrum Brute Force Attack against WordPress users happened but at a scale not seen before. The massive attack happened on February 10th, 2014 at approximately 11:00am.

The company is recommending to all of its plugin users to make sure their products are updated to the latest versions. This is however not just an issue for Wordfence users, but serves as a notice to those who don't use a Wordfence product or any product for that matter to secure their WordPress website or Blog. Be aware that such attacks occur and be sure to have unique user names and passwords in place to help protect your site as well as some type of security measures activated either with your host or on your site via plugins, etc.

A Brute Force attack uses computers to make hundreds, even thousands of login attempts to your WordPress website, sometimes these guessing games are successful in figuring out a persons log in information. Most users of WordPress don't realize that every installation of WordPress gets the same user name, "admin". It is highly recommended to change that as well as the password, if the default user name of "admin" is left in place, thats half the battle won for the hackers if they already know that every installation comes with the user name "admin".

In addition, try not to use your browser to remember your passwords and personal information. This information could be compromised and used to access your personal information. Also remember to empty your temporary Internet files and cache when exiting your Internet session. Most browsers have settings that allow you to empty the trash and temp files on exit, this is highly recommended. Also, only trust third party cookies from companies or websites you use and trust, these cookies are usually not rated and could present a risk.

In the end, theres not much we can do if a hacker wants to get in. All we can do is our best to stay informed and united against the trouble it causes for the average user who has no political agenda or impact on a particular community or cause. Its the everyday user who has to suffer from the inconvenience and often hefty expense of being hacked or compromised. This post is just a meager attempt to spread the word about the latest Brute force attack and to remind WordPress users to stay on guard!

By
Allan Whitney
Owner/Administrator
MindVisionMedia.net

Responsive Theme Free Support is Changing

"CyberChimps Support Features are Changing"

Hello all, I hope this post finds you well. 
As of February 1st, 2014, CyberChimps, the current owner of the Responsive Theme formally owned by ThemeID announced that it will change its support features for the Responsive Theme Free Theme. They will no longer offer support for customizations and modifications to the original theme.

A user of the free version will now have to join a monthly support service or upgrade to the Responsive Pro theme which comes with support. This comes as a blow to the many users of the free version who continue to search for support and tutorials. 


But fear not, independent websites like MindVisionMedia.net along with its sister YouTube channel MindVisionmedia Tips, have most of what you need when it comes to customizing the Responsive Theme.

The tutorials offered cover just about everything to get a person up to speed very quickly when using the Responsive Theme. Topics include but are not limited to, Editing the Home Page Widgets, Moving the Menu to the Right and Changing Colors, Adding a Home Page Full Slider, Working with Widgets and Plugins, Creating a Full Page Header and Footer, the list goes on, theres even a tutorial on Responsive Theme Basics of the theme.

Many visitors to the site and channel have expressed their pleasure in finding such a valuable resource. The tutorials are geared towards the beginner, so they are detailed and paced so they are easy to understand. People from all over the world have given testimony to the benefit of using MindVisionmedia.net and its resources over the past year and the numbers continue to grow.

If you are looking for a nice free theme with powerful features and plenty of elbow room, use the Responsive Theme, download and install the latest version from your WordPress dashboard, version 1.9.4.9, watch Allan's tutorials and start enjoying this incredibly versatile theme


To read the full support announcement from CyberChimps, click here, "Responsive Free Support is Changing"

By
Allan Whitney
Owner/Administrator
MindVisionMedia.net

Responsive WordPress Updating an Old Theme and Applying a Child Theme

Are you new to the Responsive Theme from ThemeID and CyberChimps? Have you already edited or modified your Responsive Parent Theme files without creating a child theme? 

In this post, I'll share with you how I updated my already modified Responsive Theme.

When I first got into WordPress, I like many of you was drawn to the Responsive Theme. At the time it was version 1.8.7. I had never heard of child themes before I started editing and modifying the site and theme. By the time I did hear about child themes and understood what their purpose was, it was very late in the game for my site. I made all kinds of modifications to the CSS and home page files including the widgets and there were two updates available for the theme by the time I woke up.

Child Themes - You gotta love em!

WordPress Child Themes, the nemesis or nightmare of every WordPress beginner and some intermediate and advance users as well.

I know I was intimidated by them when I began working with WordPress. It seemed like a bunch of hard coding or something and I put off exploring and learning about them.

What is a Child Theme? How do I create one? What can I do with it? Do I have to create one? I answer all of these questions in my latest Responsive WordPress Video Tutorial: " Responsive WordPress Child Themes COMPLETE! Updated Version part 1 and 2 on YouTube now.

This tutorial series on Child Themes covers setting up a child theme and using it within your WordPress Dashboard. See what a child theme does and how it effects your website as well as the benefits and advantages to using one. The Responsive Theme from ThemeID which is child-theme-friendly is used for this demonstration.

The purpose of a child theme is simple, for editing purposes, it allows you to modify the theme files without actually changing the "parent" files of the theme. The Child Theme talks to the browser and tells it to look at it before the parent theme files thus overriding any files in the parent theme folder (directory).

Should you use Google AdWords or AdSense?

I get a lot of questions about whether to use Google Adsense or Google AdWords on a Website or Blog so I decided to put out a short post on the topic. It is sort of a personal need or preference for me and my focus is on budget.

The first thing to know is that Google AdWords is a paid promotion service. You pay for clicks on your ads that are placed in high ranking with Google. AdSense is an affiliate program whereby the site owner is paid to market goods and services through ads on their site.

Both programs are free to sign up to but AdWords will bill you accordingly when your ad clicks reach a certain amount. If you have a product site that does a lot of retail or services, AdWords is probably good for you in terms of revenue vs advertising costs. 

The New WordPress v3.6

 

Version 3.6

Hello, I hope this post finds you well.
As a WordPress fan I am salivating over the release of the new WordPress v3.6! It is going to be the best version yet and they have made adjustments that are both user-friendly and feature-rich. It's not that they made a ton of changes but the few they have made are sure to be a hit. I am so exited!

The new interface is noticeable right away. Better contrast, fonts and arrangement make it easier to read and navigate. A new "ribbon" available at the top of the Post editor makes it easy to select a "post-type" which is becoming a standard feature in new versions of WordPress. There is a new emphasis on expanding the ability to publish posts within a particular and suitable format. With a specific "post-type" WordPress will automatically format the new post for the type of post you are creating.

For example, if you want to embed a video, the new "ribbon" has a selection for that. When selected, WordPress opens an embed box right above your post for you to embed the video code. This is validation that WordPress and the web in general is moving ahead towards a more HTML5 way of delivering content (especially media). Obligatory and proprietary plugins and add-ons like Flash are done with the new open-source delivery system in place now. Funny I should mention that because I just updated my Flash plugin twice (4-times in a month or so) and it has been crashing repeatedly!!