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Fixing LearnDash Performance Drops After Update 4.9.0+ (40% improvement)

By gabriel |
Have you noticed a big performance drop when editing courses after updating LearnDash? LearnDash has been working on improving its course editing experience to include a pretty cool reporting panel at the bottom of the screen in recent versions. For many people, this is a welcome addition. However, some people have courses with thousands of

Why your LearnDash LMS should be selling memberships, not courses

By ben |
After years of working on learning management systems (LMS) for WordPress like LearnDash and LifterLMS, we’ve noticed a trend: most platforms are built on a bad sales model. In this post, we’ll examine why people fall into this trap and discuss how you can build a better, more flexible LMS by selling memberships, not courses.
Drake meme saying no to WordPress courses and yes to membership plans

Stop using the built-in e-commerce features in LearnDash

By ben |
LearnDash is by far the most popular LMS plugin for WordPress, and for a good reason; it comes bundled with so many great features and integrations that you can use it to build the e-learning website of your dreams. But one of those features often gets people in trouble when they’re first deciding how to set up their site. That feature is the e-commerce functionality—the part of your LMS that handles selling and controlling access to your courses.
Arrow pointing to the LearnDash Payments interface toggle

Pros and cons of a WordPress LMS in 2023

By ben |
When it comes to managing your own e-learning platform, there are more options today than ever. From dedicated third-party platforms like Canvas and Blackboard to WordPress LMS plugins like LearnDash and LifterLMS to custom-built in-house tech, the choices can quickly become overwhelming. Making the wrong decision can have lasting impacts on your ability to grow
WordPress LMS diagram
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Fixing LearnDash Performance Drops After Update 4.9.0+ (40% improvement)

By gabriel |
Have you noticed a big performance drop when editing courses after updating LearnDash? LearnDash has been working on improving its course editing experience to include a pretty cool reporting panel at the bottom of the screen in recent versions. For many people, this is a welcome addition. However, some people have courses with thousands of
Drake meme saying no to WordPress courses and yes to membership plans

Why your LearnDash LMS should be selling memberships, not courses

By Ben |
After years of working on learning management systems (LMS) for WordPress like LearnDash and LifterLMS, we’ve noticed a trend: most platforms are built on a bad sales model. In this post, we’ll examine why people fall into this trap and discuss how you can build a better, more flexible LMS by selling memberships, not courses.
Arrow pointing to the LearnDash Payments interface toggle

Stop using the built-in e-commerce features in LearnDash

By Ben |
LearnDash is by far the most popular LMS plugin for WordPress, and for a good reason; it comes bundled with so many great features and integrations that you can use it to build the e-learning website of your dreams. But one of those features often gets people in trouble when they’re first deciding how to set up their site. That feature is the e-commerce functionality—the part of your LMS that handles selling and controlling access to your courses.
WordPress LMS diagram

Pros and cons of a WordPress LMS in 2023

By Ben |
When it comes to managing your own e-learning platform, there are more options today than ever. From dedicated third-party platforms like Canvas and Blackboard to WordPress LMS plugins like LearnDash and LifterLMS to custom-built in-house tech, the choices can quickly become overwhelming. Making the wrong decision can have lasting impacts on your ability to grow
Learndash vs custom development

The ultimate list of WordPress LMS features: LearnDash vs. custom development

By Ben |
When it comes to building out your dream e-learning platform, WordPress offers some of the best value per dollar. The platform combines the simplicity of plug-and-play LMS plugins and add-ons with the flexibility of being able to develop any additional custom features or integrations you might need. But with all this flexibility, it can be
Uncanny Owl and Tangible partnership

It’s official: Uncanny Owl chooses Tangible as its LMS consulting partner

By Ben |
Ask anyone about LearnDash add-ons and you’ll inevitably hear the name “Uncanny Owl” dropped into the conversation. Not only has the Uncanny Owl team established themselves as an LMS industry leader, but they’ve also been pushing the whole WordPress community to new heights with their automation suite and their top-notch consulting and development services. But