Web Page Design Links

Web Style

Design is a critical, yet often neglected aspect of Web development. Learn strategies for structuring information in online environments and designing pages that are both aesthetic and usable.

• Web Page Design
  This short document is a must read if you are starting to plan your web page.
• Yale Style Manual-Table of Contents
  A "Classic," This is a thorough introduction to web site design. It explains how to structure information for the web, how to use graphics, etc.
• Bandwidth Conservation Society
  Tips for designing web pages that are attractive yet don't take an eternity to load.
• go2net | internet | The Useless Pages
  Examples of what not to do when designing web pages.

Graphics Development - Introductory Resources

• Lynda.com
  A site for web designers and publishers.

Software - Graphic Development & Conversion

• Webmonkey - Toolbox
• GIF Construction Set
• Paintshop Pro Tips and Techniques

Background Colors

• Background color chart
• Non-Dithering Colors by Hue
  Similar for the link above.
• HYPE's Color Specifier for Netscape v.3
• Background Colors and Files

Meta Resources & Online Mags

Sites that offer a range of resources on all aspects of Web design.

• Web Developer's Journal
• webreference.com (sm) - The Webmaster's Reference Library
• Quality Resources for Web Authors
  Well organized, focuses on select resources rather than a laundry list of everything that's available
• DevEdge Online - Netscape Resource for Building Web Applications
• The Intranet Journal(sm) -- Bringing the Web home . . . .
  Although the focus is on designing internal webs (called Intranets), this site has some good articles about web design.
• The Web Developer's Virtual Library
  Pretty comprehensive site. Includes info on authoring, multimedia, searching the web, promoting sites, etc.
• Web Designer's Paradise
  A little bit of everything. Designed for a more experienced audience. Includes resources on scripting/programming languages.

Course Resource Links

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