"Large backgrounds make a very impressive visual impact on websites. A web designer has the possibility to play with different design variables that are usually used by photographers, such as depth of field or focus. The background does not have to be just photos, but also any other large illustration or even video."

Every designer wants to make something different and uses many methods and tools to achieve.You know that fonts are one of the most important part of web projects and we really do need them.As you see,this is my first font post and every week i want to collect amazing fonts and gonna share them with you by selecting from hundreds of fonts.

jQuery is not a new subject here on tripwire magazine but lets try something new. In this post I have listed some of the best "Mega Posts" I know showcasing hundreds of plugins just waiting for you to take advantage on them! Jump in and see if there's something you can use - I bet there is!

CSS has become the standard for building websites in today's industry. Whether you are a hardcore developer or designer, you should be familiar with it. CSS is the bridge between programming and design, and any Web professional must have some general knowledge of it. If you are getting your feet wet with CSS, this is the perfect time to fire up your favorite text editor and follow along in this tutorial as we cover the most common and practical uses of CSS.

This post presents an extensive collection of resources with textures from which you can choose the perfect background image for your next design. Please visit the linked sites to download the textures of your choice.

The appearance and usability of certain interface elements and functionality are crucial to the success any websites in today's market.

While in the process of redesigning 4wheelparts.com, I decided to explore new methods of working with our huge number of inventory and categories. I did some research and noticed a new trend for ecommerce sites in having what they call "mega drop down menus".

In this article we have selected of few useful tools for web designers hoping to come to your help. The selection includes color tools, css tools and editors. Feel free to add some more in our comment section and enjoy!

Web standards - more than just 'table-free sites' The term web standards can mean different things to different people. For some, it is 'table-free sites', for others it is 'using valid code'. However, web standards are much broader than that. A site built to web standards should adhere to standards (HTML, XHTML, XML, CSS, XSLT, DOM, MathML, SVG etc) and pursue best practices (valid code, accessible code, semantically correct code, user-friendly URLs etc). In other words, a site built to web standards should ideally be lean, clean, CSS-based, accessible, usable and search engine friendly.

Designing websites can be a long and complicated process. Dealing with clients, designing prototypes, coding, programming, and testing - there's a lot to keep track of and a lot to make sure gets done. That's where checklists can make your life a whole lot easier. With lists of points covering multiple areas from content to usability to accessibility to standards, you're a lot less likely to overlook important parts of a site. Below are 45 checklists to make your design process easier and more organized. Consider using these checklists as a jumping off point for creating your own customized list, based on your own needs.