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Originally posted by 4php
Javascript is evil - avoid it at all costs.
Cool javasript rarely enhances usability of a web site.
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Are you refering to javascript, or java? I'll agree with you on the second one for sure. Those nasty applets people use for simple rollovers that leave that <loading...> grey window forever, or that water ripple effect (which DID look mightly cool a few years ago but took forever to download)
Javascript however is a wonderful addition to a site and adds a lot of functionality without needing to go all PHP, cgi, ASP all over the place. It's also great as it's client-side which means you can dry run it in a local browser before putting it online *lol* - at least till I can save my pennies and get Dreamweaver UltraDEV *swoon*.
It's not too powerful of course and since I've been starting to look at server side programming (again, the PHP, ASP, CGI stuff) I'm starting to see greater possibilities than just from a design point of view.
Sadly the days of making a site to look good and stay dumb are almost over now as people want functionality as well. Must be why you see us guys creeping around webhosting, and programming sites these days *chuckle* Time to strap a few more strings on the bow!
Oh just for shock value... Picked up a Pantone 'solid to process' color guide today. It's nothing but a small booklet type thing full of color swatches (like in a paint store). Turns out it's set me back $297 (Aust)!!! At least it fits in my pocket *lol*
Greg Moore
http://www.akashik.net
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