This 2B Studio class goes beyond basic knowledge of Adobe Dreamweaver, XHTML, and CSS to help experienced and budding web designers create websites that are structurally sound and search engine friendly.
Learn to build standards-compliant sites that maintain design integrity and overcome the challenges of cross platform and cross browser compatibility. Strengthen your CSS skills and learn techniques to ensure your site reaches your audience through potent search engine optimisation techniques. A solid foundation in Dreamweaver CS3, CSS and HTML is required for this class, Intro to Dreamweaver CS3 or equivalent.
Below is an outline of the course curriculum: Designing for maximum performance Browser and platform compatibility Web standards- why they are important Balancing great design with future-proof standards Designing with browser compatibility in mind Addressing browser quirks through CSS When to use and avoid using CSS hacks Web design efficiency
Organising CSS CSS tips and tricks Reusing code Forms - user feedback
Scrambling addresses Adding controls Improving accessibility Advanced form layout with CSS Microformats for enhancing contact information SEO (Search Engine Optimisation)
Search engine fundamentals
Techniques to maximise your site's visibility Keyword creation tips Crafting effective summary descriptions Measuring word relevancy Using titles to your advantage Leveraging alt tags Organizing body text effectively Tricks to avoid Submitting to top guides, lists, and directories
Site analytics
Using web stats to understand your site's visitors Site resource popularity User platforms and browsers Setting up and signing up for Google Analytics Other web stat tools
Venue
Date: 19 May 2008 to 20 May 2008 Location: Please contact us, Johannesburg Cost: Please contact us