25 Brand New iOS App Icons for Design Inspiration
The App Store has been growing at an exceptionally fast pace. Ever since we rolled into 2012 there have been more iPhone and iPad apps released from developers all around the world. And this isn’t mentioning the build-up of applications since the store originally launched in July 2008.
In this gallery I’ve put together some outstanding iOS app icons. Use these for inspiration on parts of your website, or even when designing your own iPhone app. There are so many creative ideas that it’s tough to nail down one particular designer. But going through some of these examples will surely offer a glimpse into professional icon design techniques.
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30 Custom Layouts Designed for vBulletin Forums
Web designers are moving forward with many of the different content management systems. WordPress is certainly a popular option – but when it comes to discussion boards I have to go with vBulletin. Their web software has been around for years and powers many of the infamous forums you can find through Google.
Although these are common place with some web communities, it can be difficult to find some of the really great designs. That’s why in this showcase I have put together a collection of vBulletin forums running their own custom themes. You can use these for inspiration on your own projects in the future. vBulletin is likely to be around for the long haul. Having this gallery of vB designs at your disposal makes templating all the more easier.
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35 Beautiful iPhone/iPad App Websites
In this post we have put together some beautiful iPhone/iPad application websites. If you like these designs you might also want to check out our previous posts below.
30 Beautiful iPhone Application Websites
26 fantastic iPhone & Android apps for managing your website
Build a Custom URL Structure with .htaccess Rewrites
On almost every Apache server you will find different plugins and tools you can work with. One of these modules is mod_rewrite which allows you to redirect URLs according to matched regular expressions. These can range from extremely simple commands to very complex lines of code. The URL rewriting scheme is perfect for web developers trying to customize their site.
In this tutorial I’ll introduce a few commands that beginners can start with right away. All you need is Apache, which you can install on your local machine or work off a remote server.
Seven Super Simple Social Media Tips
If you’re a freelance designer and you’re not currently using social media, you could be missing out on a lot.
Social media can be a great way to get the word out about your freelance design business for little or no cost (other than the time you spend). You can also connect with fellow designers, potential clients, and maybe even find a mentor or two.
While there’s an active community of designers who do use social media, there are also those designers who don’t yet have a social media presence. If you’re one of those, this post will help.
In this post, I’ll provides some simple tips for using social media effectively. Whether you’re just getting started on social media or have been on it for a while, you should find a tip you can use. If you like this post, you may also enjoy reading How to Devise the Perfect Social Media Strategy for You.
33 Minimal Print Advertisements
Minimalist print ads are always popular for there simplicity. In this collection we have compiled some simple advertisements to inspire you. Enjoy!!
If you like this post you might also enjoy our previous related posts below:
30 Creative Print Advertisements
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Important Features for Ramping Up your Web Presence
Any company can benefit from an improved marketing strategy on the Internet. There are so many outlets for connecting with customers from all around the world that it’s almost impossible to lose traction. But you need to be savvy at understanding trends and how users interact with social networking websites.
The importance of a strong web presence is almost immeasurable in comparison to a strong marketing strategy. You need to jump into uncharted territories and try out new methods for drawing attention to your business. In this guide I’ll present some marketing tips which have worked well for me and many entrepreneurs I know. It’s all about viral marketing and building word-of-mouth through the many digital mediums of communication which will bring about a powerful web presence.
44 Photographs Showcasing Areas around Japan
Japan is a beautiful slice of land across the Pacific with an extremely diverse culture. The Japanese people have been living on their island nation for centuries and have grown into one of the fastest adopters of new modern-day technology. However they are also a very spiritual people and connected with the natural order of things. Because of this you can find amazing architecture and landscapes all across the region.
In this gallery below I’ve put together a whole set of photographs taken around Japan. These include forests and other areas out in nature along with many cityscape views. Tokyo is the most populated and well-known city, but there are many others such as Osaka and Hiroshima. Check out some of these truly awe-inspiring photos and let us know your thoughts in the post discussion comments.
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Always Out of Work? Smart Ways to Find New Clients Fast
It’s no secret that some freelance designers struggle more than others to find new gigs.
If you’re one of them, if you’re one of those freelancers who is always struggling to find their next project, then you may wonder what other freelancers know that you don’t. Why is it that some freelance designers are always busy? Are they a better designer than you?
The answer is simple. Some freelancers have more work because they know where and how to look for work. That’s really all there is to it.
In this post, I’ll share some smart methods for finding clients that many freelance designers overlook. If you enjoyed this post you’ll probably also like Five Simple Tactics to Find New Clients.
Checking Form Validation Fields with jQuery
There are dozens of misconceptions around what you can build with jQuery. The library is extensible enough that you can target a whole range of HTML elements and perform some very complex data checks. Form validation is one such problem which jQuery can solve – and to be more specific e-mail contact form validation.
In the tutorial below I’ll demonstrate how you can build a jQuery-powered form validation script. We will hide the submit button until the user has entered a name, a valid e-mail address, and some message text. This approach on form validation is slightly different than the norm. But it works well enough to keep spam submissions to a minimal.
