The internet is always moving at a fast pace and we have to make sure we keep up with it. In earlier articles I mentioned how important design, semantic code and a correct blend of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is. One of the things that can get overlooked is search engine optimization (SEO). This is a critical part of your website and MixxCreative bundles SEO into every project. We make sure your site receives a delicious dose of proper meta data, keyword-rich folder structure (URLs) and proper image optimization. Continue reading
Behind the Facade
When you visit a website and it’s filled with awesome graphics and has an intense layout, have you ever right-clicked and viewed the source of that page? The site may look good, but under the hood it may be a mess. Unless you’re a developer, you probably will not be able to tell what is “good code” and what is “bad code”. Let me fill you in a bit. Continue reading
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Why Use HTML5
HTML5 is the latest language used for structuring and presenting content on the Internet. The number 5 came to be because it’s the 5th revision of this standard. HTML4 was standardized in 1997. So why bother using HTML5? I am going to outline the major advantages of why you should. All of our projects at MixxCreative use the latest in technology including HTML5. Continue reading
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When and How to Use Custom Fonts in Your Design
We have reached a point in design where we no longer have to use a certain set of fonts like Arial, Verdana and Tahoma. It’s time to dress up our designs and use the limitless power of the tools we have today. With the availability of HTML5 and CSS3 and newer browsers like Firefox and Chrome, designers and developers have more freedom to venture out.
As little as 2 years ago, if you wanted to use a non-system web font you had to use an image. This was not a good solution since it was not search engine friendly nor web accessible. Continue reading
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Make Animated Web Content Easy with Adobe Edge
The web is always changing and bringing new, dynamic functionality to immerse us into the ever-expanding world of online interaction. I’ve been advocating that Flash will no longer be used within the next two years and HTML5 will take over. Without the need of a plugin and with using a modern browser, users can view video, listen to audio and create animations. Continue reading
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