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We’re passionate about every aspect of the Internet: from beautiful typography to explosive social media, enabling technologies to emerging business models. We created this space so that we could collect, share and discuss our thoughts with you.
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Ever have days where you can't concentrate? Where you feel sluggish, lethargic, disinterested? This could be a result of poor nutrition.
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APR 08
Posted by Dan Zambonini on 8th Apr 2010
People evaluate the overall quality of items by their minutiae. The discernible quality of something affects our trust in it, its perceived value and our willingness to pay for it. So why not test the documents we create? -
APR 01
Posted by Dan Zambonini on 1st Apr 2010
Two short related essays on sincerity and reputation on the web, and why both matter. -
What's the best platform for customer service? Does Twitter provide any benefits that email, telephone, chat and posted mail don't?
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How we can address the trust issues relevant to an E-commerce environment, which can also be applied to other different types of website environment.
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FEB 16
Posted by Dan Zambonini on 16th Feb 2010
A simple software idea, that uses the integrated video camera or an external webcam to help improve posture. -
The web offers so much choice that it is vital to gain the user's trust if you stand any chance of seeing them through the intended user journey.
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In software development, we are often faced with things that can seem intimidating. How can we, as software developers, overcome the instinct to cower when projects seem daunting?
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JAN 05
Posted by Dan Zambonini on 5th Jan 2010
To help your web app business model, this article discusses the main needs that consumers are willing to pay for, together with a guide for how much you can charge for each. -
A high-level look at PHP's role in the development of Enterprise Web Applications.
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A developer not utilising the best tools for their task, or who does not take time to learn to use those tools properly, is not likely to be a great developer.
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We often hear the term "Enterprise" thrown around, and as web developers many of the applications we build are considered enterprise applications, but what does the term really mean?
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NOV 10
Posted by Dan Zambonini on 10th Nov 2009
Museums are popular in the physical world, but not as much online. As all sectors undergo the change initiated by the Internet, how do museums adapt to stay relevant in a digital age? -
OCT 13
Posted by Dan Zambonini on 13th Oct 2009
A social experiment suggests that Twitter users of both sex are more likely to follow white women, and least likely to follow black women. -
SEP 16
Posted by Gavin Davies on 16th Sep 2009
As software becomes more sophisticated it is increasingly critical that it is well structured and sensibly managed. Let's find out how not to do exactly that using antipatterns. -
During July and August 2009, we gathered data for a random selection of 83,628 twitter users. The following is an analysis of the data.
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SEP 07
Posted by Gavin Davies on 7th Sep 2009
In this blog post, four criteria of a good progress bar are defined, the difficulties in implementing progress bars are examined, and we take a look at when they should and should not be used. -
The Magic Whiteboard can be used on more than just walls.
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JUL 24
Posted by Dan Zambonini on 24th Jul 2009
We have created incredible platforms for interaction. Now, let's build the tools that help us communicate. -
A suggested checklist for web design, to ensure that common mistakes are avoided.
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Box UK was recently involved in a project that highlighted for us a need to capture mobile device capabilities. Detecting the device is not sufficient due to the high number of disparate devices in common use. WURFL can be used to serve device-appropriate content.
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JUN 11
Posted by Dan Zambonini on 11th Jun 2009
Design is subjective, and design is an art, but can we automatically calculate any metrics for a webpage that could indicate how 'good' the design is? -
One of the hardest things to do in software development is to keep technical staff happy and motivated. Day to-day-work can feel like a grind if innovation and growth are stifled. One way to counteract this is to encourage developer-led initiatives.
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A picture is worth a thousand words, so I've collated and created graphs that demonstrate - whether you create software, sell services, or provide content - why mobile should be taken seriously.
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APR 27
Posted by Dan Zambonini on 27th Apr 2009
In your quest to build a successful web application, your exciting new ideas are almost certainly nothing but a distraction. Instead, concentrate on the boring same-old stuff, but do it brilliantly. -
What is reputation, why does it matter, and how can we measure it online? Includes a comparison for major UK newspapers.
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MAR 18
Posted by Dan Zambonini on 18th Mar 2009
Are museums capable of making a significant impact on the web? It is a difficult question, with a potentially difficult-to-swallow answer. -
Building or thinking about building a Twitter app? Check out some of the most useful APIs around right now.
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I have spent the last week experimenting with the Twitter API, creating various prototype feeds. In this blog entry, I discuss how the API was used, including code samples.
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Built or building a web site/application? Check out the choices below on how to generate money from your hard work.
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About to launch a new website? Make sure all your bases are covered with a comprehensive launch checklist.
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Iteratively improve your website user experience using the oldest scientific process in nature.
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- Congratulations to @ecrimewales! They've been shortlisted in two categories for the Nominet Internet Awards 2010: http://bit.ly/asrRIs Posted on 11th Jun by Box UK
