Author Archives: Cristina Shank

About Cristina Shank

Cristina Shank is a skilled Database Engineer with a degree from Stanford University. She specializes in optimizing and managing complex database systems, bringing a blend of technical expertise and innovative solutions to her work. Cristina is dedicated to advancing data management practices and frequently shares her insights through writing and speaking engagements.

WP Engine acquires NitroPack, extending its leadership in managed WordPress site performance

AUSTIN, Texas—JULY 18, 2024—WP Engine, a global web enablement company providing best-in-class WordPress products and solutions, today announced the acquisition of NitroPack, an all-in-one SaaS solution for improving site speed and performance metrics, including Google's Core Web Vitals. With an installed base of more than 219,000 websites, NitroPack meets a critical need as a comprehensive […]

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Introducing Elementor 3.23: Live Results, Floating Buttons, Link in Bio, and More!

Elementor 3.23 is here, bringing with it a number of new features and improvements designed to improve your website's performance, accessibility, and design possibilities. From an improved search widget to versatile floating buttons and new link-in-bio widgets, this update enables you to create more engaging and efficient websites. (Pro) New search widget delivers real-time results […]

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How is AI changing the world of web hosting for the better?

introduction With technology constantly evolving, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as an influential force in various industries. One sector where its impact is becoming increasingly evident is web hosting. In this blog post, we will look at how AI is revolutionizing the world of web hosting, bringing positive changes that improve performance, security, and the […]

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Combining AI and SEO strategy with Eastern Standard

Generative AI continues to transform search engine optimization (SEO), making it more important than ever to understand how tools like ChatGPT interpret website content. With this in mind, the team at Eastern Standard, a leading digital strategy and design firm and WP Engine agency partner, conducted an insightful experiment to find out how ChatGPT processes […]

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Upgrade to WordPress Cloud Hosting for Better Performance

Have you ever been annoyed by the limitations of handling traditional server configurations for your WordPress website? New research shows that more than 60% of organizations have switched to cloud hosting services, and 94% of large organizations say their website performance and reliability have improved by using these services. It is becoming increasingly clear that […]

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