Category Archives: Web design

A Look at HTML Tidy

Posted on February 20, 2010 by Joe Brockmeier

One thing I love about the UNIX philosophy is the idea that each program should do one job and do it really well. There are zillions of small tools for UNIX-type OSes that make life much easier and are hugely … Continue reading →

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Arguments for “view source”

Posted on January 8, 2010 by Joe Brockmeier

Alex Russell poses the question that few probably ever think to ask: Is View Source good? Rob Campbell replies “of course.” Sounds like a simple question/discussion, but actually some interesting thinking in those posts. If you’re into Web publishing or … Continue reading →

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Major Web pet peeve

Posted on April 22, 2007 by Joe Brockmeier

Look, just because I followed a link to a Web page does not mean I’ve given consent to have audio or video content inflicted on me automatically. This may come as a shock, Mr. and Ms. Web Designers, but I … Continue reading →

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Download redirects…

Posted on November 27, 2006 by Joe Brockmeier

I’d consider it a kindness if people would stop using crappy download redirects that basically require you to use a browser to download files instead of being able to save a URL and use wget to grab a download. Urgh. … Continue reading →

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Tags, elements, attributes, I’m so confused!

Posted on November 7, 2005 by Joe Brockmeier

One surefire way to annoy a geek is to misuse jargon. It drives them bonkers, like poking a caged animal. So, before you drive any HTML geeks into a tizzy, be sure to check out the rant on 456 Berea … Continue reading →

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Little Boxes

Posted on January 29, 2004 by Joe Brockmeier

Little Boxes is a page with some very nifty CSS tutorial-type information. Wunnerful. Give it a look if you’re interested in Web design. Found it on the WP help forums.

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