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Update, June 21, 2024: We released version 2.22 of Design Upgrade Pro, and version 2.22.1 3 days later. Version 2.22.1 fixes the issues with LearnDash 4.15’s new styles. If you’re using LearnDash 4.15 or higher, please update our plugin to 2.22.1 and all of your design issues should be fixed.

Design Upgrade Pro’s styles will now override all of LearnDash’s Customizer styles.

Hi LearnDash Friends,

If you’re reading this, you’ve heard about LearnDash 4.15 and the new “LearnDash Styles” design options they added to the Customizer. You found out about them at the same time I did.

If you didn’t know, I’m the owner of the popular Design Upgrade for LearnDash plugin (~20,000 active users). I’ve heard from some customers via email, and I’m being told there are many more asking questions in the LearnDash Facebook Group (unfortunately, I’m unable to respond in the group).

NOTE: I am a member of the Unofficial LearnDash Group here. Consider joining that if you’d like to ask questions about the plugin and these new LearnDash options. Tag me to be sure I see your questions.

BuddyBoss vs. BuddyPress: What’s the Difference?

By Dave Warfel

On May 1, 2024

In Plugins

If you’re looking to build a social networking site for WordPress, you’ve probably heard of both BuddyBoss & BuddyPress.

In this article, I’ll explore the similarities & differences between BuddyBoss vs. BuddyPress, and tell you which one you should use for your next project.

13 LearnDash Alternatives: LMS Plugins & Platforms with Similar Features

By Dave Warfel

On May 1, 2024

In Plugins

LearnDash is the most popular LMS platform for WordPress, by far. And one of the more popular LMS options in general.

However, others are gaining in popularity. This article will explore LearnDash alternatives in the WordPress space, as well as hosted/SaaS LMS platforms outside of WordPress.

Since LearnDash is a WordPress LMS plugin, we’ll first look at the other LMS plugins you can use with WordPress. If you’re already using WordPress and/or committed to the platform, you’ll want to choose a LearnDash alternative WordPress plugin.

There are some free WordPress LMS plugins, but none of them offer the features that LearnDash provides. You’ll want to go with a premium solution.

However, if you’re open to non-WordPress LMS solutions, jump down to the section on other SaaS/hosted LMS platforms.

10 BuddyBoss Alternatives to Build a Community Platform in 2024

By Dave Warfel

On April 16, 2024

In Plugins

When it comes to building community sites with WordPress, BuddyBoss has long been regarded as a go-to plugin, powering large online communities and membership sites with ease.

While BuddyBoss stands out for its comprehensive feature set and seamless integration with popular WordPress LMS plugins (LearnDash, Tutor LMS, LifterLMS), there are a handful of viable BuddyBoss alternatives I’ll cover in this piece.

I’ll explore free alternatives, discuss the differences between WordPress & SaaS solutions, look at a few mobile app alternatives to the BuddyBoss App, and provide pricing for each alternative solution to the BuddyBoss Platform & Theme.

BuddyBoss is a great option… but it’s not the only option. Let’s dive into the BuddyBoss alternatives you can use with and without WordPress, to build the ultimate online community platform.

LearnDash + BuddyBoss: The Ultimate Online Course Community Platform

By Dave Warfel

On April 11, 2024

In LearnDash Setup, Plugins, Themes

Are you looking to build an online course community with WordPress?

If so, there’s no better combination than LearnDash & BuddyBoss. Using these two products, you can create and sell online courses, create groups and discussions, and provide an entire social network for your students, all without leaving your website.

I’ve built dozens of LearnDash sites, and consulted with over 100 online course creators, and BuddyBoss is hands down the best tool for creating a community-based online learning platform. I’ll show you exactly what you get with this killer combination through screenshots, short videos, and tons of links to discover if LearnDash + BuddyBoss is the winning combination for your next project.

LearnDash ProPanel Review: What is it & how does it work?

By Dave Warfel

On February 7, 2024

In Plugins

LearnDash ProPanel is LearnDash’s own reporting plugin. It is a separate plugin that needs to be installed & activated just like any other WordPress plugin. Once activated, it displays 5 reporting widgets on your Dashboard in the WordPress admin area.

ProPanel is included if you purchase a subscription to LearnDash Cloud
Legacy customers of the LearnDash plugin (PLUS & PRO) plans also have access to ProPanel
With LearnDash’s new/current pricing, ProPanel is no longer included, and is a separate $49/yr. add-on

This article is part of our LearnDash reporting series.

Let’s break down each reporting widget, and explain exactly what type of LearnDash reports ProPanel provides.

Tin Canny Reporting Plugin for LearnDash (Features + Review)

By Dave Warfel

On February 6, 2024

In Plugins

Tin Canny Reporting for LearnDash is a premium plugin by Uncanny Owl. Uncanny Owl was one of the first companies to make third-party add-ons for LearnDash, and to this day, are one of the best. Their plugins are actively used on over 30,000 LearnDash sites. Many users say the Uncanny Toolkit for LearnDash is a necessity for any LearnDash site.

Tin Canny Reporting for LearnDash provides an easy, convenient way to upload, track, and report on all types of SCORM and xAPI/Tin Can data, as well as standard LearnDash records. While its initial purpose may have been to provide reporting on SCORM and xAPI data, it’s still a valuable LearnDash reporting tool for those who are not using SCORM or xAPI, and just rely on typical LearnDash reporting metrics for courses, lessons, topics, and quizzes.

This article is part of our LearnDash reporting series.

WISDM Reports for LearnDash Plugin Review (free + pro)

By Dave Warfel

On February 6, 2024

In Plugins

WISDM Reports for LearnDash is a free plugin (with a premium upgrade) that provides additional reporting for LearnDash sites. It was created by WisdmLabs, a company known for creating products and offering services related to LearnDash.

This article is part of our LearnDash reporting series.

Easy Dash Free LearnDash Reports Plugin

By Dave Warfel

On February 6, 2024

In Plugins

Easy Dash for LearnDash is a free LearnDash reporting plugin, with a few additional features available in a pro version. Most of the reporting features are contained in the free version.

Easy Dash for LearnDash basic stats — Example of Easy Dash for LearnDash stats

This article is part of our LearnDash reporting series.

The Complete List of BuddyBoss Shortcodes & How to Use Them

By Dave Warfel

On December 21, 2023

In Plugins, Tutorials

BuddyBoss is a powerful community platform that turns your WordPress site into a social network. Many features can be inserted in various places throughout your site using BuddyBoss shortcodes (as well as blocks).

Most of these blocks are available in the free BuddyBoss Platform plugin, but a few are only available in Platform Pro.

Let’s break down all BuddyBoss shortcodes & blocks, and discuss how to use each one.