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  1. I think your question is a larger one related to CSS - you have to learn basic CSS. In terms of pixels vs ems ... that is related to fonts and these days, all the browsers can resize pixel based font sizes, so use either or. PS:I know what you mean about updating old sites; we are currently in the middle of that process as we speak. The above site that I linked to (csstutorial.net) is just one example - the new version should be up any day. Stefan
  2. Hmmm ... It is hard for me to debug on my end since it works for us here. Have you tried uploading it to your another server to see what happens? Then you can compare install attributes. Stefan
  3. You can use a hidden form field with the parameter - for example:
  4. What version of PHP are you running on the local host? ... I know the code works because we use it as the basis for our store/shopping cart. Stefan
  5. Hi, I don't know if you know, but when structuring your page, you need to first target Firefox, Chrome and Safari and then adjust for IE. You can branch your code easily using IE conditional comments. Stef
  6. Hi, Use functions. Place repetitious code into functions and then call the functions where you need to. This by-the-way is a common programming strategy called 'composition'. ... This usually applies to object oriented programming, but it still works here. Stefan
  7. Hi, Related to this, I wrote an article about the whole iPhone, iPad thing: iPad and iPhone are BAD for the Web ... a nice battle is brewing. Nerd fight!!! Stefan
  8. Hi, I just wanted mention a quick article (... barely an article) I wrote on how to best use Flash in web design. The recent news about Apple who is basically declaring war on Flash, by not enabling the iPad and the iPhone to run Flash, prompted me to write this short piece. Stefan
  9. Hi, The key to making web pages printable is to use CSS. Click on the link to read an article I wrote on this. I hope that helps, Stefan
  10. Hi, They are different in many ways. CS3 and CS4 are designed to use modern web design techniques whereas Dreamweaver MX2004 is a little more old school. ... But, you can easily build modern websites with MX2004 nonetheless. I have a course on Dreamweaver 2004 that will teach you how. Stefan Stefan
  11. Flash does not stop anyone from developing anything ... heck, the player's specification is open and you can even create your own Flash creating program. My main point: Any device or piece of software that disables an ubiquitous technology that is used on millions of web pages (Flash in this case) should not be. Period. Stefan
  12. Your error was probably something trivial, like a missing quotation or something - I didn't have time to debug your code for you. Regardless, what you can learn from this is: - have solid error trapping and reporting in your code so you can track down errors more easily. - test your code in simple environments, again to to make it easier to track down code. - use open source libraries to save time and headaches. Stefan
  13. Hmm ... have you tested to see if you can select data from the database? Also, have you test the SQL statements in a simpler context .. like say in a php myAdmin. You need to first fix your code so you can get SQL error message - you are kinda driving blind otherwise. Stefan
  14. yea. then try echoing that to see what you get.
  15. In function newSchool(), use a try-catch block to get the results from the query. Or simply use a return and echo out the value of $sql. Does that make sense? Stefan
  16. Cool. I just haven't had time to post anything myself. Just stick them in a zip and upload them to the forum ... we have a business of web design forum to do that. Let me know when you've placed them. Thanks, Stefan
  17. Hi, What error message are you getting? PS: can you put your code in a code block - thanks! Stefan
  18. Hi, You are on the right track: the strategy of using the css 'display' property to show and hide elements is the way. But I would stop trying to reinvent the wheel, especially for widgets like this ... it always best to use pre-made components. That said, I would suggest jQuery. Stefan
  19. I would need more information to be able to really say much. That said, it sounds like a path issue - check you file names. Stefan
  20. Glad you found it! Let me know what you think and if you want more in this style. Stefan
  21. Hi, I just released a two part article that teaches you everything you need to know about using fonts in your web pages. ... Once you finish reading the two parts (about 17 pages) you will be a font-master! These articles, are just the first of a new series we are putting out on basic design principles. For our forum members, we have part one for you here ... for part two, you will have to pick it up in the University. ... You can find the articles in the Web Design section. Thanks! Stefan
  22. I've set up this forum as a place post news and announcements regarding Killersites University. You will hear about: New video tutorials. New podcasts. New articles. Changes and upgrades to the system. Just in case you haven't seen it, check out the University logo:
  23. When it comes to hosting, forget about whether it is $7.99 or $8.99 ... whatever. What count's is: Service Uptime You're not saving money if you are constantly having problems keeping your web site up. Stefan
  24. I will concede that having to parse/sniff for supported video players is easier .. but nonetheless, it is still more branching. Right now, we have to provide different css rules for IE users vs. the other browsers. And now, if we have rich media (video and audio) on our sites, we have to test for iPod and iPad and deliver a different player. Stef
  25. Nor did IE4 doing its' own thing, hurt MS ... but it hurt us developers. Stefan
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