What can be done to make the ubiquitous form element a little more usable and appealing? That was a question we asked ourselves on a recent project and one of our answers was to highlight the active row. It’s easy to change the appearance of the active input element with the focus pseudo-class in css, but a quick Google search didn’t reveal an easy way to highlight the containing tr element and so I ended up rolling my own implementation. Read the rest of this entry »

1. Choosing a firm (or freelancer):
   • Recommendations - When choosing a web designer, recommendations are your best guide. If you do not know anyone who can make a recommendation, you’ll need to find one on your own.
   • Local - If you do not have a computer or email, a local web developer may be your best bet. You can easily stop by to sign-off on conceptuals or progress. However, local shops—depending on where you live—may be more expensive than having the work done out of town. Read the rest of this entry »