When working on code for a website or piece of software it’s always important to track your changes. This is especially critical when collaborating on projects where multiple people will be updating the same code. Whether you’re working with one other developer, or contributing to an open source project with thousands, it’s crucial to keep…
Author: Tim Howe
Coding Conventions: Keep Your Code Clean and Stylish
When working on a project it is important to keep your code efficient in both execution and appearance. All projects, especially web projects, will need to be maintained on some level. One way to make this easier is by adhering to the code conventions, or style guide, set up within your development team or community. A good example of…
Choosing a Top-Level Domain
Your website’s domain name is an important factor in establishing a user base and ranking well in search. Choosing your website’s domain is just like choosing the right location for your business. It needs to fit your needs, allow your customers to find it, and be affordable to purchase and maintain. In this post we will…
Password Security
When running and managing a web site making sure user accounts are secure is one of the first lines of defense against hackers. This responsibility lies on both the site developer as well it’s the users. In this article we will cover what users can do to make a strong password and how developers can keep that password…