Is HTML a Programming Language?
Is HTML a programming language? At first, the answer may seem like “yes” because this language is so important for coding. But really, HTML is not a programming language — it is a markup language. What this means is that HTML doesn’t allow you to “do” things with it in the code. So if you […]
The Future of Virtual Reality in Web Design
2016 saw an explosion of 360° content produced by companies such as PlayStation, Samsung, HTC and Google. Whether you are playing your favorite video game or watching a film, virtual reality (VR) has proven to be an exciting way to immerse yourself into any world. VR has snuck into so many different spaces, it is […]
How to Organize Your Website Visually
Knowing how to organize your website visually is a crucial element to its success. In fact, web usability expert Steve Krug devotes an entire chapter to billboard design in his concise and informative book, Don’t Make Me Think. On the Internet people scan rather than read closely. So making sure that visitors quickly understand what they’re […]
Why the Walmart and Shopify Merger Won’t Likely Happen
Walmart has been aggressive in its pursuit of e-commerce leader Amazon. While Walmart remains the largest retailer in the world, there is no question that it has a long way to go before it catches up with its rival. It has, however, partnered with several online firms as part of its efforts to close the […]
How to get started on your digital marketing
Have you started an online business? If so, then you should focus on your digital marketing. In the highly competitive world of e-commerce, businesses that are able to optimize their online marketing efforts are able to reach their target audiences, engage their clients, and consequently enjoy higher sales.
3D Printing: What you Need to Know
3D printing has really started to boom over the past few years; this new technology is already changing the world. It can be used to make shower heads, tools, phone cases, etc. Even more incredible, people are starting to develop 3D printed organs and limbs, as well as guns. The technology is being used in just about […]
Ecommerce firm Adroll partners with Magento
Ecommerce firm Adroll has agreed to integrate its ad targeting and attribution with the cloud management service of Magento Commerce. The partnership is seen to benefit more online merchants in the future. Bay Alarm Medical will be one of the first beneficiaries of the partnership between the two ecommerce firms. The Concord, California-based firm sells […]
White Space is not Wasted Space
White space, also known as negative space, is the space between paragraphs, titles, images, and other website content. There are many different views on how to use and optimize website space. There are some people who believe that websites should have as much information as possible for the visitors and customers to see. These people cram every […]
E-commerce jobs and the future
Will e-commerce Jobs be lost to robots? With the advancement in artificial technology, there is always the question of robots taking away human jobs. Some people have stated that the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence poses a threat to humanity itself. Robots with a much superior intellect have the ability to quickly take over humanity. […]