Web Design & Web Development Blog
Our web design & web development blog covers freebies, tutorials, theory & inspiration for those interested in learning how design & the web push progress.
Worlds Best Secure Email Providers
All businesses need to communicate, but how can they communicate securely? In this post we'll cover the best secure email providers available, so any user or business can begin communicating securely with absolutely minimal technical know-how.
Free Site Ranking Utilities
Optimizing SEO can be a complicated task. Free site ranking utilities provide experienced web developers and newcomers alike, a helpful way to track progress and identify potential shortfalls.
Mastering RSS - RSS Submission Sites & Tools
Content distribution is an overlooked aspect of blogging, so we created this quick guide to mastering RSS. By identifying leading RSS feed formats, top RSS submission sites, and a few of the best RSS reader apps, we can make your audience even larger.
The Best Wireframe Tools / Wireframe Apps
Bridging the gap between your vision and a clients idea usually takes a few tools. Use one of the best wireframe tools on the market and you'll go a long way in bridging that gap.
10 Responsive Frameworks You Need
Bootstrap vs UIKit vs Foundation - We take a look inside all the popular frameworks on the market and find the 10 Responsive Frameworks You Need.
ReCaptcha Basics - Using ReCaptcha
In this Google reCaptcha tutorial we cover the reCaptcha basics - What is reCaptcha, a start to using reCaptcha with PHP, code for a reCaptcha example, and how to fix a recaptcha not working properly.
Important Designers to Follow in Top Design Disciplines
One great aspect of Twitter is that you can always be in the loop of what you're favorite designers are up to. We've compiled a few very talented folks in major design disciplines that we believe should be on your list.
The Source Code Resources for Web Pros
We've compiled the source code resources for web development's top web professionals. All house fantastic snippets of various languages that make it easy to view, sort, and download website source code.
Top 10 Favorite Inspirational Websites
Inspiration comes in many forms - When it comes to graphic and web design, these are our top 10 favorite inspirational websites.
Jessica Hische - Typographer
Effective typography is halfway between art and science. As it's appreciation in the design community reaches new heights, Jessica Hische is one name that should be piquing your interest.
Organic SEO - Improving Natural SEO Results
With the rise of paid ads and social traffic, Organic SEO has taken a back seat to many digital marketing companies. Although trends may be pushing against organic search, growing companies should see this opportunity for what it is.
Effective Social Media Automation
Paying attention to social media is important, but it can be time consuming. In this post we'll show you how strategically utilizing social media automation tools can save you that effort and give both you and your followers a better experience.
What is Schema? - A Schema Microdata Tutorial
Answering "What is Schema?" for clients can be tricky since it's hidden in code, but that doesn't make it any less important. This Schema Microdata tutorial will answer that question for you and get you started on implementing it on your own website.
Debugging Basics - A Guide to Web Design Debugging
To properly debug a website you need the right web debugging tools and an understanding of debugging basics. We\u2019ll show you how to get started in web design debugging so you can have a beautiful site in no time.
How Do QR Codes Work? All About QR Codes
Have you ever wondered exactly how do QR codes work? We'll explain all about QR Codes, where they originated from, and how to find a good QR code generator / barcode generator.
Learning Kerning - Effective Web Typography
The right word is worth a thousand pictures and that's why quality web typography is a field every designer should be familiar with. We'll teach you typography basics, css tactics, & enough typography terminology to get you rolling.
Latest Design & Development News
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Heliodon Circle - Generative Art WallpaperPlaying with generative art programs inspired us to build our own generative art wallpaper. The Heliodon Circle desktop wallpaper is a beautiful minimal design inspired by an amazing programmatic artist and a free download for our loyal visitors.
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Raleigh Food Bank Charities and Local FarmsGive the triangle community a hand by supporting Raleigh food bank charities and local farms.
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The Absolute Best Lazy Load JavascriptsIn a field dominated by imagery, using the best lazy load javascripts possible can help you deliver amazing impact without becoming an absolute drag on your pageload times.
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ReCaptcha Basics - Using ReCaptcha
In this Google reCaptcha tutorial we cover the reCaptcha basics - What is reCaptcha, a start to using reCaptcha with PHP, code for a reCaptcha example, and how to fix a recaptcha not working properly.
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Save Ferris WallpaperWe've titled this minimalist 80s wallpaper the Save Ferris Wallpaper. Rendering a timeless Bueller moment makes for one classic Ferris Bueller background any fan would love.
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The V FoundationThe legacy Jim Valvano leaves with The V Foundation has proven to provide as much impact as the way he lived his life.