Website Design Links
Articles
- 10 Tools For Finding, Registering And Managing Domain Names
Having a good domain name is essential for high search engine ranking, user retaintion, and building customer trust. This article gives you ten tools to help with the process. - 7 Common Design Mistakes That Clients Love
Don’t get caught making the same mistakes your competitors make. These seven tips will help keep you focused on what’s really important: Creating a compelling website. - How to work with a professional designer
A guide to hlep you through the common preferred industry practices when it comes to working with and booking designers. - Smashing Magazine: How To Effectively Communicate With Developers
Aimed at designers, but good advice for anyone working with a Web developer - Web Design Industry Jargon: Glossary and Resources
Confused between AJAX and Anchors? Learn what they mean in Web speak through this helpful article published by the great people over at Smashing Magazine.
- 10 Tools For Finding, Registering And Managing Domain Names
Blogs
- Smashing Magazine
A great blog for developers, designers, and those interested in getting into the act. Posts are easy to skim and relevant.
- Smashing Magazine
Books
- Head First HTML with CSS & XHTML
This is the book I will be using to teach my Web students. Highly recommended if you hate dense, technical books. - Professional JavaScript for Web Developers
I’ve read several books on Javascript and this one is my favorite. The author creates an enjoyable tone and he goes into great detail with all his descriptions. A technical book, so stay away if you’re brand new to the web.
- Head First HTML with CSS & XHTML
Tutorials
- Video: HTML & CSS – The VERY Basics
Interested in gettings started in Web development. Learn to build your own website with this easy video tutorial.
- Video: HTML & CSS – The VERY Basics