14 Days of Bootstrap 4 – Introduction

October 22, 2018February 5, 2020 Cristina Conacel 6 Comments

Introduction

This is a Bootstrap 4 Tutorial for beginners. The idea for it comes from “24 days of Rust” and “24 days of Hackage“. As the titles might suggest, this kind of article series features daily blog posts with tutorials on how to use a language or library.

14 Days of Bootstrap 4 consists of daily tutorials focusing on basic parts of Bootstrap 4. Each article has coded examples and extensive descriptions. We also recommend extra resources that you can use to dive deeper.

The purpose is for you to learn something new everyday. At the end of the series you will be a well-prepared Bootstrap 4 developer, ready to create any website that you desire.

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How to Become a Successful Freelance Web Developer

February 24, 2021February 24, 2021 admin Leave a comment

There is a lot of demand for people with the skills to develop apps and websites for the internet. Being a web developer also means you can work from wherever there is an electricity supply and Wi-Fi. It is, therefore, an excellent skill set to use to build your freelancing practice. The question becomes how easy it is to earn a living working for yourself.

Choosing to be a freelance web developer comes with some significant pros and some negatives. It is worth being realistic about these before you make the leap into working for yourself. On one level, you enjoy the freedom and flexibility to work when you want and wherever you like. However, the flipside of this is a lack of financial security. You may or may not earn enough money to pay your bills in a month, and when business is great, you will still have to deal with your clients’ demands.

If the idea of striking out alone as a freelance web developer still sounds appealing, then here are some tips to get you started.

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A short research on Web Development Trends in 2021: Top 5

February 17, 2021February 17, 2021 admin Leave a comment

Technology is evolving continuously and people raise their expectations. Now, because most activities have shifted online, there is a greater pressure for developers and businesses to come up with new features and functionalities. Web design is an industry that will develop continuously along with technology. The more technological resources we have as humans, the more we will use them.

Every year is marked by different innovations and improvements. However, some trends just emerge in a year and then continue to develop in the next one, as is the case with some of the web development trends for 2021.

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The Impact of Web Design and SEO Conversion Rates

February 12, 2021February 12, 2021 admin Leave a comment

When you think about SEO conversions, what’s the first factor that comes to mind? Do you think keywords are the most important? Maybe it’s the content they’re embedded in. Actually, one of the greatest factors that influence how many website visitors become customers is your layout and design. In lieu of a physical store, business websites create the virtual space where their potential customers are invited, sold to, and hopefully turned into customers.

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7 Low-Cost, High-Impact Web Marketing Tactics to Consider in 2021

February 10, 2021February 11, 2021 John Hurley Leave a comment

The year 2020 was a tough one, no matter which way you look at it. With global health concerns, a volatile stock market, and consumers minimizing their spending, keeping a company afloat was extremely difficult.

There are plenty of statistics to support the claim. Yelp’s Local Economic Impact Report from September 2020 showed that more than 97,000 businesses closed permanently between March and September 2020. And that’s not all. Gartner’s annual CMO Spend Survey showed that 44% of respondents stated their marketing budgets had been cut due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

With this in mind, it’s not a bad idea to research 2021 marketing strategies that offer a more budget-friendly approach. Fortunately, there’s no shortage of low-cost, high-impact web marketing tactics.

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5 Best Online Web Development Courses That Are Killing It

January 29, 2021January 29, 2021 admin Leave a comment

Over the years, the cost of learning has reduced. You no longer have to attend the traditional in-class university courses. There are plenty of online web development courses that can assist in polishing up your computer skills. Whether you are a beginner or an expert looking to advance your technical skills, you can find the right online web development course. All you need is a strong internet connection and a tablet, laptop, or smartphone.

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Brand Development Strategy: a 7-Step Guide

January 27, 2021January 27, 2021 Dave Schneider Leave a comment

When it comes to developing a brand strategy, it’s not enough to have a rough idea of what you want to do. You need a detailed plan of what methods you will use, as well as a thorough understanding of why you are choosing those methods. The more detailed your branding strategy is, the easier it will be to implement it.

More than just a logo or a color scheme, a brand is about how you make your customers feel, built by taking a consistent approach across every interaction they have with you. Your brand is your company’s most valuable asset and for that reason, developing a stronger brand should be your top priority. To help you out, we have broken the brand development strategy into 7 steps.

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5 Proven Tips for Marketing Your E-commerce Website

January 12, 2021January 12, 2021 Dave Schneider Leave a comment

There is no surprise that all ambitious entrepreneurs that already have established brick-and-mortar businesses want to expand their operations online and start an e-commerce business.

The e-commerce industry has become huge during the previous year thanks to the unfortunate viral outbreak. However, the growth is still going strong and no one can really determine when it will stop.

With that in mind, business owners who are looking to grow and earn even more revenue find establishing an e-commerce business a natural thing to do.

However, a good product or service is useless if no one knows about it. Keep reading to learn more about proven marketing tactics that will work wonders for your growth once you decide to start your e-commerce business.

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10 Impactful Design Strategies For eCommerce Success

December 23, 2020February 11, 2021 Mathew Reeves Leave a comment

Global digital revenue in Q2 grew by an astonishing 71% from 2019 to 2020. This isn’t due to just one metric, but several. Multiple eCommerce verticals experienced growth – traffic grew by 37%, conversions by 35% and spend rate by 34%.

Pandemic-caused lockdowns across the globe in 2020 have had a huge impact on consumers’ online shopping behavior and many are wondering if this is the “new normal” that eCommerce websites will continue experience in the future.

If so, how can retailers uplift their online stores to fulfil such a growing demand?

Apart from product quality, trustworthiness and great customer service, website design is a crucial factor that helps convert potential clicks into transactions and encourage customers to come back.

Read on to learn the best design strategies that can help you make your eCommerce website live up to its potential and exceed customer expectations.

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6 Advantages of Pursuing Web Development as a College Degree

November 23, 2020November 23, 2020 Diana Sims Leave a comment

Attaining a web development degree qualifies a graduate for numerous professional roles. This qualification assists dedicated IT students to master all the tenets of developing a website. Most top IT colleges offer comprehensive programs that include the best practices. Here is why you should consider studying web development.

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Essential Customer Support Trends for 2021 for Your E-Commerce Project

November 19, 2020December 8, 2020 Daria Leshchenko

Customer service and support expectation trends have undergone extensive changes. Learn more about 2021’s trends and stay ahead of the pack.

The e-commerce space presents unique challenges for business owners. Without personal interaction in a brick and mortar store, companies must work harder at maintaining the client relationship.

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