Articles posted in March 2007

6 Mar 2007

Default Styles for CSS

Coding CSS can quickly run into difficulties with different browsers interpreting code in different ways. Designs will never look the same in every browser but you can help yourself by using a default style set when you start coding. Read more

8 Mar 2007

Quotations in CSS

Here's a short tutorial on how to style quotes with CSS whilst making sure you use the right XHTML tools for the job. Read more

12 Mar 2007

Typography for the Web

Until recently typography on the web has been overlooked. This article discusses issues to consider and some of the techniques available to create strong typography. Read more

15 Mar 2007

Learning Javascript - Keeping Markup Clean

Like many front end developers I've come to Javascript late. Of course I could go and grab one of the many Javascript libraries out there. But I'm making an effort to learn Javascript. Thankfully it isn't as hard as you might think. Read more

21 Mar 2007

Creating grunge effects in Photoshop

Designing with grids is commonplace in design but the danger is that everything looks a bit ordered. Using grunge effects you can keep your grid and mess up your hair to look a bit cooler. Read more

24 Mar 2007

Book Review : Eric Gill - Essay on Typography

First published in 1931 Eric Gill's short book is as much an essay on culture as it is Typography. A brilliant book this still influences modern design with interesting relevance to the web. Read more

25 Mar 2007

Using PHP to enhance CSS

With a bit of PHP you can add an additional layer of logic to your CSS. You might choose to add seasonality to your site or change the layout entirely. You are limited only by your imagination. Read more

26 Mar 2007

Learning Javascript - Creating Content

Using Javascript and the DOM you can create content on the fly. You can also make sure that if Javascript is turned off things won't go wrong. Read more

29 Mar 2007

Learning Javascript - Altering Content

Using unobtrusive Javascript you can simply change content and styles on your page without returning to the server. Done right you can also keep it accessible and maintainable. Read more