SitePoint » Articles » Web Site Basics: Stuff Beginners Need To Knowhttp://articles.sitepoint.com/2009-05-06T14:00:00+00:00/>SitePointWeb Site Basics: Stuff Beginners Need To KnowMatthew Magainhttp://articles.sitepoint.com/article/web-site-basics-beginnersBeginner web designers, especially those who come from a print background, often neglect to consider certain aspects of the Web that are unique to the medium. Matt spells out the stuff that every designer should know before they build their first site.2009-05-06T14:00:00+00:0010 Years On: SitePoint's Co-founder Spills the BeansChris Whitehttp://articles.sitepoint.com/article/sitepoint-cofounder-interview10 years ago, an enthusiastic Aussie entrepreneur and a young Canadian webmaster got together to launch the site that would become sitepoint.com. In this revealing interview, SitePoint's Co-founder Mark Harbottle reflects on the highlights since those early days, and hypothesizes on what the future holds.2008-04-15T14:00:00+00:00The Future of the Web: What to Expect in 2008Brian Sudahttp://articles.sitepoint.com/article/future-of-the-web-2008Wondering what lies ahead this year? Brian takes a long, hard look into his crystal ball and gives us predictions for mobile device developments, social networks, and ubiquitous connectivity, among other crucial technologies and concepts set to evolve in 2008.2008-01-01T13:00:00+00:00IE and Standards: Chris Wilson TalksKevin Yankhttp://articles.sitepoint.com/article/ie-standards-chris-wilsonWeb Directions South gave Kev a chance to meet with Chris Wilson. Here, he grills Chris on Microsoft's reputation among designers and developers, finds out what's in store for IE 8, and explores why backwards compatibility matters.2007-12-09T13:00:00+00:00Rebuilding Vogue.com.auDavid Lewishttp://articles.sitepoint.com/article/rebuilding-vogue-com-auAn old content site. Multiple systems. Table-based design. No content management facilities. And a 35-day project timeframe. Faced with these challenges, David and his team redevelop the Vogue Australia web site from the ground up in just over one month. Here, he reveals how they did it, explaining the finer details of the decisions that were made, and why.2006-05-18T14:00:00+00:00Blog Software Smackdown: The Big 3 ReviewedVinnie Garciahttp://articles.sitepoint.com/article/blog-software-smackdown-reviewLaunching a blog? Countless blog software providers compete for your patronage: how will you decide which to use? Vinnie assesses the performance of the most popular self-hosted options -- Movable Type, WordPress, and Textpattern -- as they go head to head in the battle to become *your* chosen blog software.2005-11-10T13:00:00+00:00Successful Web Development MethodologiesMartin Bauerhttp://articles.sitepoint.com/article/successful-developmentWeb development need not be a hit-and-miss proposition. Martin's colleagues created a unique development methodology, which allowed the Web team to deliver complex projects on-time and on-budget. Here, he shares the details, so you can try it for yourself!2005-05-12T14:00:00+00:00How To Stop Comment SpamAjit Monteirohttp://articles.sitepoint.com/article/stop-comment-spamIf your site allows users to make comments, you're probably a victim of comment spam. Forum, blog, and bulletin board owners around the Web have developed a range of tools to eradicate comment spam, as Ajit explains in this quick-and-dirty how-to.2005-03-30T14:00:00+00:00How to Hire a Web DesignerSusan Villecrozehttp://articles.sitepoint.com/article/how-to-hire-a-web-designerYou know you need a Website... but who will build it for you? Susan outlines the cold, hard facts you should consider when researching designers or developers to build your site, or the sites of your clients.2005-01-25T13:00:00+00:00Requirements Gathering EssentialsMartin Bauerhttp://articles.sitepoint.com/article/requirements-gatheringThere is no simple solution to the complex task of requirements gathering for technical projects. There are, however, a number of key issues you should consider before you gather requirements for any new project. Martin considers each, and explains how they impact on your project's success.2005-01-11T13:00:00+00:00