Web Development

Modifying K2 Gravatar AJAX Code21 Oct

I was testing the built in Gravatar support for the K2 platform today when I noticed that the URL structure was getting broken up when attempting to output the PHP code required in the comments-ajax.php file. The end result were no Gravatars showing up properly with the exception of Wordpress default avatars. I was not able to test fully, but realized there was a problem with the way K2 was linking out to retrieve the Grvatar. Read More…

Web Design

Creating Proper Sidebars19 Oct

I was browsing around the net, random surfing mostly, and came accross this particular post over at skelliewag.org on creating sidebars that actually work! After revamping this side and actually putting some serious thought into the sidebars effectiveness in the site, I am happy to see that there are others out there preaching the importantance of having a coherent sidebar with actual information people will use. Read More…

Web Design, Web Development

Google Analytics; An Invaluable Resource13 Oct

I wanted to touch base with folks regarding Google’s highly useful Analytics tool which is free to use. When performing a statistical analysis of the people visiting your website, you want to make sure each and every aspect of the site is accounted for. This will drive your needs for content placement much further than simply “asking around.” Google has simplified the process of getting started, and I wanted to share some of my thoughts on the implementation of this free service. Read More…

Web Development

Did I Miss The Boat With Twitter?05 Oct

I don’t think so! I just signed up as a way to basically have something to text about on my phone. I seem to text so infrequently, and I have unlimited texting! So the most obvious way to spend waste my time effectively, is with Twitter! So now I have yet another reason to burn my thumbs out with my phone. Read More…