How to Blend Text Over Image? http://blog.templatemonster.com/2014/08/12/how-to-blend-text-over-image-in-web-design/ If you’re fond of typographic collages that you need to know the basics of this design technique. In today’s blog post we’re going to highlight the basics of blending text and images.
Interesting post on why WordPress is perceived as a hindrance to developers and their salary. I think he makes a good point that there are too many amateurs “implementing” rather than actually coding and developing, and they tend to give legit WordPress developers a bad name. “1. The industry isn’t yet aware of what can […]
Basically, don’t use lines if you don’t need to, and stop center-aligning everything. http://www.visualmess.com
http://conversionxl.com/8-universal-web-design-principles-you-should-to-know/#. The design of your website is more important for conversions than you think. You can implement any conversion boosting tactic in the world, but if it looks like crap, it won’t do you much good. Design is not just something designers do. Design is marketing. Design is your product and how it works. The […]
How much should a custom WordPress website cost? http://www.poststat.us/wordpress-website-cost/ Here are real numbers and considerations for judging what a custom WordPress website should cost. I also give notes for consultants and clients to consider during the proposal and estimating process.
New Appointed LADOT GM Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti picked a San Francisco official known for her focus on innovation, bicycle use and traffic safety to run the city’s Department of Transportation on Friday. Assigned to the “Livable Streets” office of San Francisco’s transportation agency, Seleta Reynolds played a major role in carrying out that […]
We just finished another gorgeous site this week. If you are in SoCal, check out this food truck for some amazing grub. http://tritipman.com/ https://www.facebook.com/tritip.man
5 Ways to Effectively Market Your Blog5 Ways To Effectively Market Your Blog | Elegant Themes Blogwww.elegantthemes.comJun185 Ways To Effectively Market Your BlogPosted on June 18 by Andy Leverenz in Tips & Tricks | 0 commentsIn order to get noticed on the web you need quality dynamic content. The best way to keep users coming […]
How To Install WordPress Locally On A Windows Computer http://www.elegantthemes.com/blog/tips-tricks/how-to-install-wordpress-locally-on-a-windows-computerHow To Install WordPress Locally On A Windows Computer | Elegant Themes Blogwww.elegantthemes.comJun09How To Install WordPress Locally On A Windows ComputerPosted on June 9 by Kevin Muldoon in Tips & Tricks | 0 commentsI have spoke many times about the benefits of having a test WordPress […]
10 Mistakes You’re Probably Making as a Web Designer10 Mistakes You’re Probably Making as a Web Designerwww.elegantthemes.comAs web designers, we strive for perfection in our day to day processes. Although we are human, many of our daily tasks are to handle designing and developing projects down to the n…
“WordPress will be a tool in your overall tool kit. It should be something you master, but it should not be your main focus: …If you are a content creator your main focus should be content creation. You should also know how to do this using WordPress as one of your tools. …If you are […]
Did You Know It Is ‘L.A. River Day?’ Now You Do. The proclamation follows the announcement that the United States Army Corps of Engineers has selected a $1 billion plan to revitalize 11 miles of the L.A. River. http://northhollywood.patch.com/groups/politics-and-elections/p/did-you-know-it-is-la-river-day-now-you-doDid You Know It Is ‘L.A. River Day?’ Now You Donorthhollywood.patch.comThe proclamation follows the announcement that the […]
How to Clean up Your Photo Backgrounds in PhotoshopHow to Clean up Your Photo Backgrounds in Photoshop | PSDFanpsd.fanextra.comIn retouching you see this quite frequently, whether you’re using seamless paper, vinyl, a fabric hanging or a purpose built infinity cove, it’s going to get dirty. You have a couple of options, one is to check […]
We’re sorry to have to report the following about an organization that has done so much for so many for so long. The blaze that started at approximately 1 AM Saturday night destroyed the San Fernando Valley Rescue Mission. More than 155 firefighters took more than two hours to battle the blaze. The Mission lost […]
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PSA: buy nothing online today. Don’t bank online today. Https data is at risk today because info on a bug has been released. Folks are working on it. http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2456170,00.aspHeartbleed Bug Leaves OpenSSL Vulnerable to Attackwww.pcmag.comA fix has been released, but complicating matters is the fact that exploits are untraceable.
RIP, the server. It’s time to breathe the air of cloud connectionRIP, the server. It’s time to breathe the air of cloud connectiongigaom.comToday, running your business on private servers is on the same level of odd behavior as carrying scuba tanks to provide a private air supply.
We’re working on a WooCommerce issue — trying to figure out how to split items in an order with separate shipping methods and charges (for example, if one item in the order is bulky over 150 lbs and can’t be shipped via FedEx), and we’re so thankful for this bit of code: http://mikejolley.com/2013/12/manipulating-shipping-packages-woocommerce-2-1/Manipulating shipping packages […]
We love this blog. Here’s a fascinating and well-thought out article from it.8 things I’d drop from WordPress core to remove bloat – Mike Jolleymikejolley.comThis is post #16 of 31 in the series “Blogging for Benjamin” Taking part in #WTBFB Sensible script enqueuing for shortcodes Avoiding feature bloat in plugins Use WordPress’ URL manipulation functions […]
