As a web designer, developer or business-owner (or all 3-in-one!), finding time to attend a tech event can be tough. You probably think that it is an unproductive way to spend a business day. However, we’d like to show you 6 reasons why you should attend events such as WordCamps, Developer Summits, Design conferences and other tech conferences and conventions. 1. Self-appraise – Evaluate your business and brand! Events like these often see your competition showcase…
Knowing how to build a professional website for your business plans and ventures is the beginning of your online presence. It simultaneously operates as your communication channel, branding tool, and a store platform. Your customers expect the best even before setting foot in your shop, and your website is a clear representation of your professionalism. Are Website Builders the answer to building a professional website? Yes, there are quite a few cost effective, builders that…
One of the first things I do when I open an email in my mailbox is to check the sender’s email ID for a mention of the company he / she works for. While I’d certainly like to believe it doesn’t change anything if I recieved a mail from a yourname@yourcompany.com or a name12345@ymail.com let’s be honest, it does. So what makes the difference? What’s so appealing about a professional email address? Why does it automatically…
WordPress is hugely popular today but hasn’t always had a clean track record when it comes to security. The widely reported instances of breaches in WordPress websites have made people think twice about opting for it for their business. In all fairness though, users of WordPress have either been using outdated WordPress software, have poor system administration or just lack necessary tech and security knowledge. You’ve probably read a bunch of articles on how to…
Web design and development is a challenging business. With an increase in the number of websites and new businesses coming online in the last decade, a whole new window of opportunities has opened for you, one of them being reselling web hosting. The entry to this business is open and requires almost no cost and can be setup at home. If you already have a web design and development business running, selling web hosting to…
Premium WordPress themes can give any website a professional outlook. These themes are of great help as they provide the framework so you can spend less time creating a website altogether. Some might think these themes are good alternatives to web design altogether. So, the question to ask is are Premium WordPress themes killing web design? I think not. There ought to be a difference between a layman, designing a website with a WordPress theme…
“It is the pervading law of all things organic and inorganic, of all things physical and metaphysical, of all things human and all things superhuman, of all true manifestations of the head, of the heart, of the soul, that the life is recognizable in its expression, that form ever follows function. This is the law.“ – Louis Sullivan on design, 1896 I remember when I joined the Android bandwagon 4 years ago when mobile devices…
ResellerClub has been keen to recognize the efforts of the vibrant WordPress community for their contribution to the growth of web presence, especially in India. To this effect we decided to support the community initiative of WordCamps late in 2016 and were present at Nasik’s first ever WordCamp. The WordCamp event series for 2017 in India kicked off on the 15th of January in the ‘Youth City of India’, Pune. The event was held at…
When designing websites, we tend to envision users with good eyesight, good hearing and the ability to use a mouse or touchpad. We may forget about users who are differently-abled. How do they access online business and content? Optimizing websites to be accessible and usable for every kind of user should be a key item in any design and development checklist. By meeting accessibility guidelines, you will not only be including a huge segment of…
I know it can be daunting to start your own business. If you’ve got the talent, you must. If you already have a web design business but just not sure how to get some visibility, we tell you how. It’s not enough to showcase your designs on social media and digital portfolios. As a designer, I know you might disagree about giving your work for “free” but if it only helps get the attention of…