Archived Columns

In this section are columns by authors whose work has appeared on WebReference over the years. All of these authors have since moved on to other opportunities, but their work is available for your perusal. Be aware that in many cases, we no longer have contact information for the authors. Since much of this information is archived material, it may not be up to date with current web design methods. Check the dates at the bottom of the articles if you're uncertain.

Khalid Ali

Khalid Ali is a freelance developer who works out of Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Over the past several years he has participated in projects using various programming languages, including VB, C/C++ and Java. His web related experience includes projects using Java servlets/jsp XML/XSL and Javascript/DHTML/XSS/HTML.

Exploring XML

Michael Classen's work represents the most recently archived column on WebReference and was current up to June 2, 2003. His biweekly column (which began in Nov. 1999) is a how-to series on eXtensible Markup Language (XML) and XSL. Bio.

Doc JavaScript

Formerly a biweekly column on JavaScript (written by Dr. Yehuda Shiran and Tomer Shiran), Doc Javascript is now available as a daily series of tips, which feature different aspects of JavaScript, such as: style sheets, layers, and the new event handlers. The Shirans authored a book on JavaScript, "Learn Advanced JavaScript Programming" published by Wordware. Bio.

3D Animation Workshop

Perfect for artists and designers, this weekly 3D animation tutorial takes a straightforward, visual approach to teaching the principles behind animating 3D graphics for the Web. By Robert Polevoi. From Apr. 1997 - May 2001. Bio.

Dynamic HTML Lab

Every other week Dynamic HTML Lab will show how to add DHTML to your web site, with step by step tutorials, source code, working examples, plus full background materials. After reading the tutorials you'll be able to create your own sophisticated client-side, web-based applications while maintaining full backwards compatibility. As the new browsers evolve, so will the column. DHTML uses Cascading Style Sheets, positioning, and JavaScript as the "glue" that holds it all together. By Peter Belesis. From Jul. 1997 - Present.

Jacques Surveyor

Another one of our JavaScript contributors, Jacques Surveyer is a web developer.

Production Graphics

In this section, Wendy Peck gives us a practical production perspective to creating graphics for your site. Designed for professional designers, Production Graphics provides semiweekly how-tos you can use to spiff up your site. From Jan. 2000 - Mar. 2002. Bio.

HTML with Style

A biweekly HTML/CSS tutorial that will make sure you're up to code. Whether you're a beginning Web coder, or an advanced developer, Stephanos will give you the foundation you need to look and perform your best. By Stephanos Piperoglou. From May 1998 - Mar. 2001. Bio

Mother of Perl

Mother of Perl is a free semiweekly how-to devoted to all things Perl. This column will address the needs and concerns of Perl developers by providing practical, powerful, and elegant solutions to everyday problems. By Jonathan Eisenzopf. From Feb. 1999 - Apr. 2001. Bio

Dmitry's Design Lab

A monthly tutorial on professional web design by Dmitry Kirsanov. Trained and based in Russia, Dmitry boils down design into fundamental principles, and explores different topics in depth each month. Learn how to design a good company logo, use color effectively, and more. From Jan. 1997 - May 1999. Bio.

E-Commerce Watch

Mark Merkow is our new ecommerce expert columnist with biweekly high level analysis and explanation of the newest technologies related to e-commerce on the Internet. From SET, OBI, to Digital Certificates and security Mark codifies the complex. Bio. Mark has moved to E-Commerce Guide, please change your bookmarks to http://ecommerce.internet.com/outlook/. From May 1998 - Dec. 2002.

Giordan on Graphics

Spruce up your page with our new graphics how-to site from Daniel Giordan, author and teacher. Mr. Giordan's many publications, including "Web Design Essentials" to be published in January by Adobe Press, plus his long professional experience promise to make his new column, Giordan on Graphics, a primary resource for Web site designers and creators. From Sept. 1998 - Jun. 1999.

Internet Outlook

A semiweekly newsletter on the latest trends and happenings on the Internet by Richard Wiggins. Wiggins, a noted Internet expert who writes for publications such as New Media, Internet World, and Netguide, and who hosts a TV show about the Internet, views the Internet from a global perspective, and will share his insights into what works and what doesn't on the Net. Don't miss the Internet License Plate Gallery. From June 1997 - Oct. 1998. Bio

JavaScript Tip of the Week Archive

Still popular, Nick Heinle's weekly tips are archived here for your reference. The tips are still relevant, with over 30 tips including browser and plug-in detection, related/live menus, and more. (1996) Bio.

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