As the end of the year approaches, it's a time for reflection and looking back at what has been achieved. In 2013, I embarked on a personal challenge to blog every single day for 365 days straight, and I am proud to say that I have accomplished this goal.
One aspect of my blogging journey that stands out, in particular, is the role that Facebook advertising played in the growth of my Facebook page. I started the year with a modest number of…
Have you ever wondered where your website visitors are clicking on your pages? Knowing this information can help you make important design decisions, such as where to place ads for maximum impact. That's where the Click Heat Map for Drupal comes in!
To get started, you'll need to download both the ClickHeat module and library. Simply extract the module to the sites/all/modules directory and the library to the sites/all/libraries directory.…
An updated take on an article originally published in December 2013, with a note that unfortunately, most of the pictures from the original piece have been lost. However, new photos have been added to showcase the beauty of Tbilisi.
Experience the charm of Tbilisi on a leisurely bike ride, with perfect weather conditions of sunny and warm.
With only a couple of days left until the New Year's festivities, the picturesque scenes captured on this…
As a webmaster, it's important to constantly explore new ways to drive traffic to your website. While search engine optimization (SEO) is a key component in boosting your website's visibility, there are other ways to drive traffic and engagement as well. One such way is through social media, particularly Facebook.
There has been a lot of speculation about the relationship between Facebook and SEO, with some people believing that there is a…
Bakuriani is a popular winter resort located in the heart of the Georgian mountains. Known for its scenic beauty, serene environment, and world-class skiing facilities, Bakuriani has become a popular tourist destination for winter sports enthusiasts from all over the world.
Despite its popularity, Bakuriani remains relatively unknown to the wider world.
However, the resort once applied to host the 2014 Winter Olympics and is considered by many…
Lately, I've been pondering over the question of whether it's possible to monetize traffic driven from Facebook Boosted Posts.
I recently conducted an experiment where I used the Facebook Boosted Posts feature for the first time and was impressed with the results. The traffic generated was so promising that I decided to test the potential for monetization through Google AdSense.
In January 2014, I planned to use Facebook Boosted Posts multiple…
In today's world, social media plays a crucial role in promoting a business, increasing its visibility, and reaching a wider audience. One of the most popular and widely used social media platforms is Facebook, with over 2.8 billion active users. It is a great platform for business owners and marketers to showcase their products, services, and ideas to a massive audience.
However, with so many users and pages, it can be difficult to get your…
I recently went on my first mountain biking excursion of the year on December 23rd.Although it wasn't a true mountain biking experience, I rode my bike along the streets of Tbilisi, crossing over the Mtkvari river on the Queen Tamar Mephe bridge and back.Here are some candid photos from my ride that showcase the city's streets and scenery.Apartment blocks in TbilisiNew skyscrapers been built in TbilisiTraffic jam in TbilisiTbilisi, December…
If you're keeping an eye on the exchange rates, you might have noticed that the US dollar has been steadily gaining strength and by December 2013, it reached its peak. The exchange rate for 1 Georgian Lari on December 23, 2013 was set to 1.7168 according to the National Bank of Georgia, and in Tbilisi's money exchange points, the value went even higher to 1.7300 (SELL) and 1.7200 (BUY).
I've created a handy chart that shows the exchange rates…
Tbilisi, the capital city of Georgia, is known for its beautiful landscapes and diverse climate. One of the most notable aspects of the city's climate is the abundance of sunlight it receives throughout the year. In this article, we will explore the sun in Tbilisi, including its impact on the city's culture and lifestyle, as well as some tips on how to enjoy the sun during your stay in the city.
Tbilisi is located in the Eastern European Time…
When it comes to search engine optimization (SEO), one of the most important factors that can impact a website's ranking is the presence of do-follow links. A do-follow link is a hyperlink that allows search engine crawlers to follow the link to the destination website, which can help boost the site's ranking in search engine results pages (SERPs). In this article, we will explore the role of do-follow links in Google SEO.
First, it is…
Transnistria is a breakaway region located in Eastern Europe, sandwiched between Moldova and Ukraine. The region has been unrecognized by the international community since it declared independence in 1990, following the fall of the Soviet Union.
Transnistria has a complex history and cultural identity, with a significant population of ethnic Russians and Ukrainians. The region's language and culture are heavily influenced by Russian traditions…
The Olympic Games are a global event that brings together the world's top athletes in a spirit of international cooperation and friendly competition. However, the Sochi Olympic Games in 2014 were marred by controversy and political tension, as many political leaders chose not to attend the event.
The Sochi Olympics were hosted by Russia, and tensions between Russia and other countries were high at the time due to political and social issues. In…
Ukraine has long been at the center of a geopolitical tug-of-war between Russia and the West, and the country's energy sector has been a key battleground in this ongoing conflict. The latest chapter in this story revolves around Ukraine's gas supply, which has become a major point of contention between the country and its neighbors.
Ukraine is heavily reliant on gas imports, with more than half of its natural gas coming from Russia. This…
Adding a Facebook share button to your Drupal website can help improve your website's user experience. By making it easier for visitors to share your content, you can encourage more engagement and interaction with your website, which can lead to increased customer loyalty and better overall website performance.
A time ago, I created a tutorial showing how you can add a Facebook-like button to your Drupal-powered site. That tutorial was…
Drupal is a powerful content management system (CMS) that allows users to create and manage websites with ease. One of the features that make Drupal popular among users is its flexibility and extensibility. Drupal's module system allows users to add functionalities to their websites, including automatic watermarking of uploaded images.
If you are making photos and publicizing them to the internet - sooner or later you will find that you want to…
Facebook advertising is a powerful tool for promoting your Facebook page and reaching a wider audience. With more than 2 billion monthly active users, Facebook provides businesses and organizations with an unparalleled opportunity to connect with potential customers and promote their brand. In this article, we'll explore the basics of Facebook advertising and provide tips for how to use it to promote your page and reach a wider audience.…
First snow appeared today on Tbilisi streets. Made some random photography of it.
Update: I have created much better quality Tbilisi winter photos. Read more: Tbilisi - Fairyland in Winter
Snow in Tbilisi
Its snowing on Tamar Mephe street
Police patrol in Tbilisi streets
Tbilisi Railway Station
If you are running your site under Apache then most probably your server will be auto configured with mail send module.
But if you are running, lets say Ngnix without mail send function enabled, then you might consider some options to send e-mails from your site. And one of this options is to use Postmarkapp.com service.
Today I'll show how to configure your Drupal powered site to deliver e-mails using postmarkapp and few handy modules.…
After living in Georgia for almost 2 and a half years I still haven't found any reliable website traffic analyzer, except Alexa and local top.ge statistics.
Today I'll try to put both of them in one pot, and make some analysis.
According to Alexa:
Rank
Name
Alexa rank
1
forum.ge
9
2
ambebi.ge
12
3
myvideo.ge
14
4
myauto.ge
18
5
adjarabet.com
20…
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