To maintain a competitive edge in the field of web development and design, I’ve set a personal objective to acquire at least one valuable skill daily. To achieve this, I’ve curated a list of websites dedicated to providing the latest techniques, resources, and news in the industry. These sites are updated regularly, ensuring a continuous stream of fresh content to keep my Google Reader filled with insights.
The role of a web developer is continuously evolving, which is why I’ve expanded my list to include a diverse range of websites covering related fields such as information architecture, user interaction, and web/graphics design.
– **NETTUTS** offers a wealth of tutorials, from offloading static content to Amazon S3 to creating engaging tabbed content areas with jQuery. Ideal for beginners, these comprehensive, step-by-step guides are also a treasure trove of inspiration for more experienced developers.
– **Woork** by Antonio Lupetti, an Italian developer, features concise, easy-to-digest tutorials on PHP, Cold Fusion, JavaScript, and CSS. The attention to detail in his tutorials, illustrated with custom images, showcases the meticulous work he invests in each post.
– **Web Designer Wall** by Nick La provides design ideas and in-depth tutorials, including creating CSS gradient text effects and jQuery tutorials for designers. It’s a go-to resource for designers seeking innovative techniques.
– **Smashing Magazine** is a well-known resource for web designers and developers looking for inspiration. With detailed and thorough articles published almost daily, it’s a must-follow for anyone in the industry.
– **Vitamin** was a comprehensive source of information on web development and design, covering topics like Ajax, CSS, and best practices. Although it has merged into the Treehouse Blog, its legacy continues to offer valuable insights.
– **Wake Up Later** by Samuel Ryan, a freelance web developer/designer, offers general advice on web development, productivity, and common design mistakes.
– **Snook.ca** run by Jonathan Snook, a prominent figure in web development and design, provides tutorials, articles, and resources on PHP, JavaScript, and more. His blog also discusses aspects of being a web developer, such as project management and personal branding.
– **Signal vs. Noise** by 37 Signals, known for developing Basecamp and Ruby On Rails, offers insights into productive web application development and the importance of simplicity.
– **adaptive path** focuses on user interface design, offering a variety of useful posts on creating user-friendly designs.
– **Tutorial Blog** and **WebAppers** were once valuable resources for tutorials, resources, and lists on web development and design topics, though they are no longer active.
– **Web Resources Depot** and **Ajaxian** are excellent sources for staying up-to-date with new web resources and modern Ajax techniques, respectively.
– **DZone** is a social news site for developers, allowing users to share and vote on links related to development. It offers subscriptions to various sections tailored to specific interests.
– **Design Float** and **developerWorks** are social media sites and a comprehensive resource for development articles and tutorials, covering a wide range of topics beyond web development.
– **del.icio.us** and **Sharebrain** are social bookmarking and resource-sharing sites for web workers, offering tutorials and resources on various web development and design topics.
– **Style Grind** and **PSDTUTS** were once valuable resources for web technologies and design news, though they are no longer active.
– **Design Reviver** provides useful information for web designers, including Flash tutorials, free downloads, and design inspiration.
– **Blog.SpoonGraphics** by Chris Spooner offers tutorials on Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, free resources, and design news.
– **John Resig’s Blog** shares insights into JavaScript development and web applications, including his creation of jQuery and thoughts on Google Doctype.
– **Boxes and Arrows** focuses on best practices, innovations, and trends in design, including information architecture, graphics design, and user interaction design.
– **PHPDeveloper** brings together news and resources about PHP from various blogs and sites.
– **Coding Horror** by Jeff Atwood discusses web development, posing questions and sharing information on various topics.
– **The O’Reilly Network** features articles and blogs on web development and open technologies, including WindowsDevCenter.com, ONJava.com, and ONLamp.com.
– **Google Doctype** is a new project by Google that will include entries by web developers for web developers.
– **Web Monkey** is a resource for web developers, offering articles and resources on web development and design.
– **Digital Web Magazine** is an online magazine for web professionals, covering topics like PHP, Web Standards, and Programming.
If you have a favorite site not listed here, check out my previous article, “20 Websites That Made Me A Better Web Developer,” which discusses popular sites like A List Apart and 456 Berea Street. Due to the vast number of great websites available, I encourage you to share your own favorites in the comments section, including the name, link, and a short description. I will update this post with your suggestions in about a week. Thank you!
