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- Tips To Improve Coding And Web Development - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2012 from John k. TaylorThere are members of the web development industry who spend their days writing code that could be considered a work of art, then there are members who spend their days altering this code to meet their own demands. If you are a developer that falls into the latter category, the following tips ...
Views: 509 - Everything about Web Designing - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2012 from John k. TaylorEverything about Web Designing Web designing offers endless possibilities for the companies. Be it a big or a small firm, websites are widely being used all over the world. They are the fastest means of communication in today’s world and on the other hand also play a key role in various ...
Views: 524 - Tips For Building Your Brand Through Web Design - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2012 from John k. TaylorOne of the most important aspects of getting your name out there is brand building, which most people achieve with business cards, brochures, television advertisements, radio jingles and newspaper or magazine spreads. Did you know, however, that one of the best ways to build your brand is ...
Views: 552 - How To Make Your Office Fitout Client Friendly - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2012 from John k. TaylorAt the end of the day, clients are a vital part of any business or organization – after all, without them you wouldn’t be in operation. Many of our offices, however, are not very client friendly and instead focus on making things as efficient as possible for the big boss. If you work in an ...
Views: 1434 - Which Language Is The Best For Web Development? - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2012 from John k. TaylorIf you saw the title for this article and started wondering why an English speaking person would attempt doing web development in German or French it is clear that you are very new to the online sphere. When programming code to make the websites that we love so much function, the development ...
Views: 449 - Should You Share Your SEO Secrets With Your Clients? - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2012 from John k. TaylorThe search engine optimization (SEO) industry is shrouded in secrecy – the companies who are paid thousands of dollars for their services don’t want anyone else to steal their techniques or tricks. This often means, however, that these SEO companies are also keeping their clients in the dark ...
Views: 459 - How Web Developers Can ‘Turn Off’ - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2012 from John k. TaylorMany web developers are inflicted with a disease of sorts that can greatly hamper their ability to live both a productive and well-rounded life. This disease is known as being ‘always on’. These afflictions are made all the more worse by the fact that developers are constantly surrounded by ...
Views: 470 - A Guide To Using Feng Shui For Success In Your Office Fitout - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2012 from John k. TaylorFeng Shui is a Chinese system of geomancy that is practiced across most eastern cultures and is slowly working its way into many western ones. In terms of an office fitout, the system aims at optimizing and enhancing the flow of chi throughout a workplace, which is believed to have a very strong ...
Views: 892 - Frequently Asked Questions About SEO - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2012 from John k. TaylorWhen it comes to ranking well on Google and the other search engines, most people know that search engine optimisation (SEO) is the way to go in this day and age. For those who are unfamiliar with optimisation, however, it can seem like a veritable minefield of things that could go wrong. This ...
Views: 486 - How We Are Killing The Graphic Design Community - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2012 from John k. TaylorThere has been much debate surrounding whether some people’s actions are effectively killing the graphic design community or not, but lately it seems that those who are arguing that this is true are getting the upper hand. Unfortunately, there are some people out there who try to use the ...
Views: 587 - Important Lessons That We Can Learn From Web Design For Mobile Devices - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2012 from John k. TaylorThese days, more and more people are making their website more accessible to users by making it compatible with mobile devices. With the use of smart phones continuously on the rise (and, therefore, the number of people browsing the net whilst on the go), this is becoming increasingly important. ...
Views: 552 - Why Colour And Cultural Considerations Are Integral To Web Design (Part 3) - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2012 from John k. TaylorIn this final installment regarding the use of colour in our web designs and how other cultures will interpret it, we look at the final three colours of the wheel. In parts one and two of this article, we looked at why it is important to understand these different interpretations to avoid ...
Views: 567 - How Should A Client Draft A Web Development Project? - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2012 from John k. TaylorWhen it comes to web development , clients usually put the entire burden of perfecting their project on the shoulders of web development company and to its addition they hold them responsible too if anything goes wrong. While to the some extent it is obvious, as they are paying for the project, ...
Views: 521 - How to Make Web Design More Strategic - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2012 from John k. TaylorAccording to many professionals, web design is all about creativity involving flashy graphics and catchy phrases. However, the matter of the fact is that web design is actually more about strategy and approach. Unfortunately, many professionals fail to understand this basic thing and end up ...
Views: 595 - Why Colour And Cultural Considerations Are Integral To Web Design (Part 1) - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2012 from John k. TaylorThese days, colour and the way it is viewed by different cultures is of huge significance for the web design industry; something that they were not concerned with in previous years. This is because the websites created here, in Australia, can be viewed by people living in the United States, or ...
Views: 849 - Tips For Using Data In Your Online Marketing Content - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2012 from John k. TaylorIn terms of the online marketing industry, most people are referring to how analytics can help them to make better decisions when they speak of data. Whilst this is a highly beneficial use of data, there are actually a number of ways that you can include it in your marketing content to help ...
Views: 526 - The Resolutions To Help Every Web Developer Improve - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2012 from John k. TaylorNo matter what time of year it is, everyone, even web developers, can make some resolutions that are designed to help them improve their skills and further their careers. As we near the end of winter (and the end of the year), now is the perfect time to begin thinking about what you would like ...
Views: 556 - A Closer Look At The ABC’s Of Web Development - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2012 from John k. TaylorThis ABC list is designed to assist those who are completely unfamiliar with the web development process to gain some inside knowledge about some of the programs, languages and other systems that workers frequently use. For more information about the areas you are most interested in, do not ...
Views: 449 - Handling With Myths In Seo - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2012 from John k. TaylorSearch engine optimization (SEO) is full of techniques, tactics and also myths. Believe it or not, but almost 5 out of 10 professionals rely on a myth without being sure whether the theory they are relying is true. The biggest problem with SEO is that there is not specific formula to succeed and ...
Views: 610 - How To Be Creative With ‘About Page’ - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2012 from John k. TaylorWhen designing a website, ‘About Page’ is probably the most neglected part. This is almost always left somewhere behind in terms of creativity - with never-ending company history, uninteresting background and banners just like home page. Unknowingly it becomes the most boring page that any site ...
Views: 450 - Common Social Media Faux Pas And How To Avoid Them In Your Online Marketing Strategy - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2012 from John k. TaylorWe’ve all seen it before – the girl who posted a less-than-flattering photo of herself on Facebook or the guy who offended every race under the sun with a simple Tweet. Now that social media has wormed its way into the online marketing strategies of many businesses, these faux pas are even being ...
Views: 490 - Alternatives To Using JavaScript During The Web Development Process - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2012 from John k. TaylorWhilst designers and developers alike love JavaScript for the attractive and functional websites that it helps them create, it is important to keep in mind that some internet users will actually have it disabled on their computers. Some people will use unobtrusive JavaScript (which presents this ...
Views: 476 - What Is Occam’s Razor Principle And How Can It Be Applied To Web Design? - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2012 from John k. TaylorOccam’s Razor is a philosophical principle named about William of Ockham, a 14th century logician and theologian. According to the principle, the simplest explanation is usually true. In terms of web design, Occam’s Razor implies that we should do something in the simplest manner possible ...
Views: 750 - What Are The Pros And Cons Of Outsourcing Web Development Work? - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2012 from John k. TaylorThere is a lot of hype and debate surrounding ‘outsourcing’, especially when it comes to the information technology sector. Many companies in the developed countries of Australia and the United States are finding it highly beneficial to outsource some of their work, especially web development, ...
Views: 579 - Tips To Make Working With Your Web Developer Easy - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2012 from John k. TaylorOne of the integral people involved with getting your company’s website off the ground is the web developer – this person is responsible for writing all of the code that makes the site look and act the way you want it to. Whilst working with a developer may not feel like an overly important ...
Views: 444 - The Questions That May Come Up During A Web Development Project - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2012 from John k. TaylorChoosing to have some web development work completed for your company is not a decision that should be made lightly – this can prove to be a highly expensive investment and, if something goes wrong, you could be out even more than time and money. This is why, during the process, a number of ...
Views: 429 - The Must Have Features For Any Mobile Website Design - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2012 from John k. TaylorThere are a number of differences between designing a website for a desktop computer and a mobile device – the web access between the two is completely different, the screen sizes are worlds apart, and even the situation of the user is unique (as in, the user of a mobile device is generally on ...
Views: 543 - How To Respond To Requests For Free Web Design Work - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2012 from John k. TaylorIf you work in the web design industry, or any creative field for that matter, it is likely that you have experienced a number of requests for free work. Whilst people want the highest quality work, they really don’t want to pay for it – this can be highly frustrating for all designers who are ...
Views: 624 - Tips For Choosing The Best Web Development Company For Your Needs - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2012 from John k. TaylorWhilst the look and feel of your website is an important part of its creation, the essential work that gets it off the ground occurs behind the scenes. This is known as web development, and it is imperative to ensure that you have the best possible team behind you if you are aiming to succeed in ...
Views: 448 - The Mistakes To Avoid When Applying For Your Next Web Design Job - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2012 from John k. TaylorWhen working in freelance web design, one of the primary ways that you will obtain work is through submitting applications to clients who have posted requests for work online. When you are next filling out an application for one of these jobs, however, you need to avoid making any of the below ...
Views: 482 - The Four “Ws” Of Effective Web Development Services - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2012 from John k. TaylorAny business that is hoping to get ahead in the online world needs to have some effective web development services backing them up. Not only will this ensure that your website is constantly up and running smoothly, it will also ensure that your visitors receive the best browsing experience ...
Views: 461 - What Effect Does Connection Speed Have On Web Design? - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2012 from John k. TaylorThe day will come when everyone in the world has access to the best possible internet connection speed but, until then, many people in even the most developed countries of the world (such as the United States) are forced to deal with dial-up speeds and outdated technology – both of which should ...
Views: 1238 - What Is The One-Hour-Block Technique And How Can It Help In Graphic Design? - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2012 from John k. TaylorFor many people, working in the graphic design industry is a dream come true – they get to spend all day being creative and artistically inspired, as well as playing around with colour and texture. But what happens when you’re having one of those days where inspiration simply will not come? You ...
Views: 592 - Understanding Saturation In Web Design - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2012 from John k. TaylorWhen it comes to understanding the complex nature of the web designs that are created today, it is important to first look at the variables that have caused this nature to come about – saturation and sensitisation. The term ‘saturation’ refers to the increasing use of tools, techniques and ...
Views: 567 - The Web Development Mistakes To Avoid - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2012 from John k. TaylorIf you want to ensure that your website constantly runs smoothly and is always available for use by your clients, you will need to ensure that you have some effective web development services behind you. No one is perfect, however, and even the best developers in the company are prone to making ...
Views: 737 - How To Keep Web Development Costs Down - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2012 from John k. TaylorOne of the biggest deterrents for anyone looking to get some web development work done is the cost – it can cost thousands of dollars to get a website off the ground, and you will pay more for special features and other aesthetic elements that makes your site stand out from the rest. If you want ...
Views: 596 - A Guide To Breaking The Web Design Cycle - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2012 from John k. TaylorFor an industry that is known for being creative, there doesn’t seem to be much creativity going on with web design these days – everyone is too concerned with what’s “hot” and what’s on trend to focus on trying to inject some sense of creativity into the work. But it’s time for a change – it’s ...
Views: 777 - What Is Mozilla Popcorn And What Does It Mean For Web Development? - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2012 from John k. TaylorIn 2011, the clever and creative guys at Mozilla (the ones who run that awesome search engine, Firefox) launched a project known as “Popcorn” that they believed would revolutionize the way that we use videos. Whilst the project has been in use for well over a year now, a lot of people are only ...
Views: 528 - A Guide To Using Large Backgrounds In Your Web Designs - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2012 from John k. TaylorOne of the main reasons that large backgrounds are used in web design is because they are known to make quite an impressive impact. Designers are able to play with the depth of field or focus that such backgrounds offer them, allowing them to create more interesting and engaging websites. And ...
Views: 451 - Breaking Myths Of Web Development - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2012 from John k. TaylorWeb development is severely crucial job that has to be carried out keeping all the possibilities of myths. You can’t really take the risk, if you are aware of the fact that it is the one that solely determines the success of a website. Whilst it becomes necessary to break all those myths, many ...
Views: 428 - Breaking Myths Of Web Development - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2012 from John k. TaylorWeb development is severely crucial job that has to be carried out keeping all the possibilities of myths. You can’t really take the risk, if you are aware of the fact that it is the one that solely determines the success of a website. Whilst it becomes necessary to break all those myths, many ...
Views: 398 - Online Marketing Tips For Boosting Your Website’s Conversion Rates - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2012 from John k. TaylorIf recent trends are to be taken as the norm, it seems that there is a focus on generating traffic to a website in the online marketing world, not in converting this traffic to sales. Whilst it is important to entice potential customers to look at your website, it should be of equal importance ...
Views: 436 - What Characteristics Should You Expect Your SEO Copywriter To Possess? - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2012 from John k. TaylorThere are a number of different people involved with the search engine optimisation (SEO) process and one of those is a copywriter. This person is charged with the task of writing content that has been optimised with keywords chosen by the client. This content is then either posted onto the ...
Views: 475 - Essential Seo Tips To Maximize The Possibility Of Webpage Ranking - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2012 from John k. TaylorSEO is the hottest topic in online marketing. Look at any business person and you will find him talking about their ranking on the site. Concern for webpage ranking is very obvious, but what matters is the technique used to grow in the online marketing. Whilst SEO professionals are using their ...
Views: 528 - Why Web Designers Should Focus On Emotion In Their Work - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2012 from John k. TaylorIn this day and age, it seems that web designers are too focused on the aesthetics of their work and not enough on the emotion of it. Whilst gradients, colours and contrast are all very important factors in a successful website, but all this will be done in vain if the web designer cannot embody ...
Views: 414 - The Tools That Should Be In Every Web Development Library - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2012 from John k. TaylorEveryone who works in the web development industry, from the professionals who have decades of experience under the belts to the students who are studying the craft part time, needs a set of tools in their library that are aimed at helping them keep up with the ever changing realm of the ...
Views: 438 - Drawing Web Design Inspiration From Other Cultures - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2012 from John k. TaylorAs anyone who works in the web design industry will be able to tell you, finding fresh and new inspiration can be challenging. One of the best sources of new inspiration, however, can be found by exploring other cultures that may be all but foreign to you. This will allow you, as a designer, to ...
Views: 663 - What You Shouldn’t Ignore In Web Design - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2012 from John k. TaylorWeb designing is far beyond matching color, choosing theme and loading images. This is a very vast subject that includes almost every aspect of a website. Probably this is the reason why often web designers find it difficult to concentrate on each part. Also, designers don’t find it uncommon to ...
Views: 455 - Top Tips For Choosing Caravans For Sale - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2012 from John k. TaylorWhen it comes to looking at caravans for sale, we are blessed with the substantial number that is on the market. Essentially, you can find whatever you are after in terms of size, colour, brand, and accessories. In some ways, however, having a large amount of choice can make the ultimate ...
Views: 473 - Suggestions To Help You Recover From One Of Google’s SEO Penalties - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2012 from John k. TaylorAs we all know, Google is an ever-changing entity that changes what it does and doesn’t like to see in our websites on what seems like almost a daily basis. And if you are unlucky enough to have used a search engine optimisation (SEO) strategy that Google now deems to be unethical, you may find ...
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