Web Resources
When designing websites it is important that you have a plethora of resources at your disposal. There are valuable websites that are very useful tools for tips on design, coding, scripting, compliancy, or whatever. Here are some of the resources I find the most useful:
Coding
W3.org - The guys that started
it all. Great resource for HTML and CSS validation and learning about
standards.
W3Schools - Useful and
comprehensive tutorials in for almost any coding or scripting language
you could ever need.
A List Apart - Detailed
articles for website builders. One of the most useful resources I've
come across.
Vitamin - More great
articles for web designers.
Boagworld.com - Practical
advice for those managing websites from one of the most well-renowned
standards/accessibility gurus.
Scripting
Php.net - Great resource once you've
learned the basics.
script.aculo.us - Open source
Javascript library. Tons of great Javascript effects.
moo.fx - A super lightweight
Javascript effects library.
Inspiration
CSS Zen Garden - Sweet CSS
website built from the Zen template.
Try it yourself, its fun.
CSS Beauty - More good design
examples.
CSS Remix - Good CSS-based design.
Other Resources
Lorem Ipsum - Generate filler text
for free for your design projects.
stock.xchng - Create an account and become
part of a large photo-sharing community. In other words, free stock photos.
Firefox - Download the best web
browser for web designers.
Web Developer Firefox Extension
- The ultimate tool for web designers packed right into your Firefox web
browser. Very useful.