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QR Code Demystified – Part 3
Now we'll cover how the data is encoded. There are several steps involved. First, the encoding method is chosen, then the raw data is converted to binary based on the encoding method, then the error correction algorithm is applied, and then the data is placed in the...
QR Code Demystified – Part 2
The next important thing we'll look at is the structure of a QR code. The below diagram shows names of the different sections of a QR symbol. Then I'll go over each one in more detail. Keep in mind that below if I mention one copy of something being the original and...
QR Code Demystified – Part 1
Recently I undertook a task to develop a QR Code generator. I was surprised to find how difficult it was to find complete information on the QR Code specification. Most of what I found only explained part of the puzzle. So my new endeavor is to completely explain the...
Simple jQuery Snippets to Spruce Up Your Website
Matcha Design - Tuesday, May 17, 2011 The purpose of these tricks is to take existing, perfectly valid code, and add little touches to it. They all use jQuery, though could potentially be adapted. They're meant to be called after the DOM has loaded, such as...
A New Way to Share – Facebook Send Button
Matcha Design - Tuesday, April 26, 2011 Yesterday, Facebook announced that they've added a new social gadget to their growing arsenal - the Send button. Clicking the Send button on a web page will open a dialog allowing the user to choose from their Facebook friends,...
Matcha Design Collects Six Communicator Awards for 2011
The winners of the 17th Annual Communicator Awards have been announced by the Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts, and Matcha Design is proud to receive awards for six projects. "This year’s awards program was highly competitive with many remarkable entries," said...
5 Traps to Avoid in Creating a Great Website (Part 2)
A couple weeks ago I detailed some things that can keep your website from living up to its potential. In part 2, I focus heavily on user interaction, highlighting some common problems that are usually a result of focusing priority on the wrong goals (i.e. anything...
5 Reference Resources for Developers
Every developer needs some reference now and then. Whether you're dealing with a new problem you've never encountered before, learning a new scripting language, or you just can't remember which function you need, these web sites will help you get the job done. 1....
5 Traps to Avoid in Creating a Great Website (Part 1)
Before you can break into the realm of having a great website, you have to make sure you have one that isn't annoying. Even a great design can be ruined by a simple blunder influenced by over enthusiasm. Here are a few things you'll want to avoid when designing and...
5 Common CSS Mistakes
As promised, this week I'm continuing my list of common mistakes, but moving from HTML to the realm of CSS. The rules are a little different with CSS, as you'll see, but I'm still not going to tell you that you shouldn't use perfectly valid practices just because of...
5 Common HTML Mistakes
Mostly I've been pointing out things that you can do with HTML, CSS, YouTube videos, jQuery, etc. But now I'd like to point out things you should NOT do. Some common mistakes in HTML, and next week I'll probably tackle CSS mistakes. In researching similar articles, I...
5 URL Parameters to Improve Your YouTube Embedding – Part 2
This is a continuation from last week's tutorial 5 URL Parameters to Improve Your YouTube Embedding – Part 1. Remember that I'm going to assume that you're using the embed URL format (http://www.youtube.com/v/Sla2VebjkQk), rather than the link format...
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