Seven Reasons to Avoid JavaScript Dynamic Navigation
| by Iain Row | December 12, 2007 |
|
I’ve been a web developer for over seven years, and in that time I’ve been fortunate enough to see several bad ideas go out of fashion, including splash screens and unnecessary framesets. |
Web 2.0 For The Uninitiated
| by Tim Priebe | December 03, 2007 | |
If you read anything on web design and website maintenance, you've likely heard the term Web 2.0 thrown around. Is the world wide web getting an upgrade? What's going on? |
Accessibility for Seniors on the Web
| by Karen Blundell | November 19, 2007 | |
One of the reasons accessibility in web design is so important is because a large percentage of seniors are surfing the web. The baby boomers are approaching or are in their sixties and about 75% of them are surfing the web to get information about health issues in particular and they are also shopping big time. How nice is it for them to shop at Christmas for their grandchildren without having to go out and brave the elements? I think it’s absolutely fantastic that the internet has made seniors’ lives so much easier. And the internet has also enabled them to keep their minds active, which, in my opinion, is an important key to longevity. |
Website Building Basics - Domain Names and Web Hosting
| by Julie McCoy | November 05, 2007 | |
Everyone wants a website, and every day it's becoming easier and cheaper to own one. Yet it can still be a daunting process for the beginner - what do all these terms mean? What's the difference between buying a domain name and hosting space? What do you do first? This guide will get you on your feet. |
AJAX - Combining Technologies to Increase Website Interactivity
| by Mikhail Tuknov | October 11, 2007 |
|
Since AJAX allows for asynchronous action, loading of new small amounts of data does not interfere with normal page loading. AJAX allows for a more responsive web experience as it allows your web page to exchange small amounts of data with the server as you view the page. |
JavaScript for Web Design - Advantages and Disadvantages
| by Stuart Mortimer | September 10, 2007 |
|
This article discusses the good and the bad points of using JavaScript in your website designs. It points out the areas where JavaScript excels as a web based programming language and also describes situations where its use can actually detract from the performance of a website. |
Pros and Cons of Flash-based Sites and Web Templates
The first obvious mistake you should be aware of is using a template that is very popular. If many people use the same template, your website will not appear unique at all and your credibility as a solid, different website will be tarnished. In other words, you will appear generic just like your next-door neighbours. |
Website Design: Improve your Navigation
| by Rich Goldman | August 15, 2007 |
|
Navigation remains the single most essential aspect of site construction, and the wonders of modern technology mean you can guide your visitors around your site in a range of innovative ways to make their online experiences all the richer and more rewarding. |
13 Tips to Maintaining an RSS Feed Subscriber Base
| by Sharon Housley | July 25, 2007 | |
You have an RSS feed and you have worked hard to get the word out. According to your logs you have subscribers! Now the hard part: how to retain the subscribers to your RSS feed. Follow these simple steps to insure that your subscriber base will grow. |
Good Design Practices and Important Rules in Website Design
| by Kanicen Nichathavan | July 23, 2007 | |
Your website is where your business resides -- it's like the headquarter of an offline company. Hence, it is important to practice good design principles to make sure your site reaches out to the maximum number of visitors and sells to as many people as possible. |
