Archive for March, 2008

JavaScript: An Introduction

Mar 31, 2008 in FYI, JavaScript, tutorials

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JavaScript is a scripting language to enable user interactivity in every websites. It is based on the concepts of Object Oriented Programming. The syntax of JavaScript is very similar with that of Java, C and C++. However, though JavaScript is a vast language, it is still easy to learn and to implement.

JavaScript is useful in the following:

  • Validating forms from the client-side, saving server time and resources
  • Creating mouse over effects like changing colors and images
  • Displaying random content without involving server-side programs
  • Moving HTML elements on the pages
  • Dynamic changing of page contents
  • Loading content in a new browser frame or window
  • Making online games

World Wide Learn

Mar 30, 2008 in FYI

on1.jpgWorld WideLearn is the primary accredited online design school that offers a dozen of online courses on web design, web development, multimedia, digital design and new media marketing. All you need to do is fill-out the application form and instructions will be given after. The training is instructor based and is available whenever you need to learn. After each course your finished, they’ll be giving certifications that eventually will be your ticket for a web development profession. The courses offered at World Wide Learn is all about  integrate theory, practice and related software applications and run on a continual basis.  

Search Engine

Mar 20, 2008 in Information

on3.jpg Search engines are general and popular tools for locating web pages. Depends on what we are searching, they often gives us thousands of results within  seconds. As they say, winning searching involves two key steps. clear understanding of the subject and knowing the various tools on hand. Search engines varies  in size, accuracy, features, and flexibility. You must identify the main concepts of every search engine and determine which can help best with regard to the synonyms, alternate spellings, or variant word forms for the concepts. Of course, there are tutorial lessons that you could search in the World Wide Web.

Flash: An Introduction

Mar 15, 2008 in FYI, Flash, tutorials

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This vector-based revolutionary technology replaced Applet in developing websites with multimedia content easily. Graphical information created by Flash are stored as mathematical formulae instead of pixel tables, because information store in vector form consumes less space than pixel values. Flash is used to create animations and other complex content that requires sound and user interactivity. Example of multimedia content are animated cursors, animated buttons, scrolling menus and games – the most popular use of Flash.

Flash are made using the Macromedia Flash software that is developed by the same developer of Dreamweaver, Macromedia. It is proprietary but there is a trial version that you can download from the website of Macromedia.

Web Hosting

Mar 15, 2008 in FYI

on4.jpgThere are free web hosting sites readily available if you are just starting to do the job. Though this has limitations it can be a good start. The free space let you do the writing and uploading of  pictures. But if you are familiar with other program languages like CSS or HTML or even JAVA, you can even do more and your website is instantly beautiful and active. Also, there are free icons or logos that you can choose to post in your web page. You can even add a tracker to know how many visitors have visited your page. 

Web Development

Mar 10, 2008 in FYI

on5.jpgIf you want to completely understand web development, tutorials can be found within a snap. But first you need to test your skills, attitude towards learning while preparing for the task. Basically, questions like programming languages can test your ability and cleverness. If you are a curious person and wanting to know every detail about web development, there are advanced sites that can help you though they charge a minimum fee. Every learning online is like going on a regular school because as a person it enriches your knowledge and your personality. Also, you can encounter challenges along the way.

Tutorial Lessons

Mar 03, 2008 in FYI

on6.jpgThe internet aims to make a great significance with regard to ISPs, clients, servers, FTP, UseNet, and all those other terms you might have heard or have not even encountered. With the tools available, a step by step guide through those tasks will be found in the internet. Knowing on  how to navigate the internet will be an easy journey from time to time. Each lesson learned, oftentimes is being followed with some short quizzes to ensure that information is retained. The Q&A sections usually are activities that Internet users enjoy doing since scores can be retrieved immediately as proof of undertaking.