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Archive for February, 2008

Optimize your Flex Application for Search Engines

Wednesday, February 20th, 2008

Here’s a great article that explains how to breakdown your RIA for the search engines. Here’s the article in a nutshell:
1. Transform the XML with XSL for the search engines
2. Pass the URL via FlashVars to your Flex Application
3. Let your users enjoy a Rich Internet Application with search friendly data.
Check out the example Flex Directory, and be […]

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Philadelphia High-tech companies

Monday, February 18th, 2008

http://www.phillytechhq.com/companies

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How much to charge (or pay) for blog design?

Monday, February 18th, 2008

Here’s  a good breakdown of how much you should charge (or expect to pay) for GOOD blog design and implementation -
http://www.pearsonified.com/2006/06/how_much_should_a_design_cost.php

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Getting your first web developer job

Monday, February 11th, 2008

Your website is finally live. Your best work is being showcased, and your resume is up to date. Your ready to take the next step. Now what?
Post your resume as many job boards as you can. You will most likely be flooded with calls and emails from recruiters. Utilize these contacts! They will become the […]

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Friday Freebie: 10 Wood Texture Downloads

Friday, February 8th, 2008

This week’s freebie features 10 woody texture downloads ranging from a clean bamboo collection to a corrogated rotting tree trunk in an all natural setting. Go to town, and share a link to your work if you end up using them. I’d love to see if these inspire you too. *Note: Previews below have been […]

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This is part I of a 4 part series on getting your first job as a web developer or designer.
Part I: The Portfolio Site
Part II: Finding the Jobs
Part III: The Interview
Part IV: Freelancing
The Portfolio Site
Your number one asset is your portfolio site. I’ve learned that the best way to BUILD a portfolio is really to […]

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