江美琪 - 黑色的翅膀

Wednesday, August 25, 2010 0 回應 標籤：
 
  blak_wings
 
黑色的翅膀
作詞：姚謙　作曲：黃馨蜂　編曲：劉志遠
我的寂寞感想　在你走後擴張
忽然天地變大　大的讓人會害怕
我像迷路的孩子　總找不到自己的家
就連美麗晚霞　淹沒我像是一種懲罰
我只能用黑色的翅膀　飛翔在黑夜的天涯

因為回憶它最怕見到陽光　現實會把破碎的心都溶化
想念是我黑色的翅膀　帶我回去我們的時光
最後你還給我殘忍的回答
我只能夠用眼淚　重複的重複洗刷　啊~啊~

nonsense / 成龍 - 壯志在我胸

Friday, August 13, 2010 0 回應 標籤： ,
掐指一算，似乎我也要跟著進去了

其實緊張了一陣子之後，開始也對這種一生一次的體驗感到好奇。

也只能 just do it 了。

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一年之後的日子實在是無法預測，想了一下以後要找的方向，似乎很有趣。
有種悲觀與樂觀交雜的感覺。

但是我還是認為，如果沒有 try 一下，永遠都不會知道自己會是誰。


這首歌很適合入伍前來個自我提示，退伍出社會的時候更可以激勵一下

nonsense

Thursday, August 12, 2010 0 回應 標籤：
「你可以成為你想成為的人」

半對半錯。





Photography and post-processing Tutorials

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The Ultimate Beginner’s Introduction to Exposure

Today we’ll be walking through the concept of exposure, right from the beginning. This article won’t befuddle you with complicated numbers and jargon, but it will help you feel more confident with your photography and understand a core concept that’s a vital piece of the photography jigsaw.

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Paths of a Web Designer

Friday, August 06, 2010 0 回應 標籤：
Paths of a Web Designer
By , About.com Guide




From Beginning to Advanced and Everything in Between:
There is so much within the realm of Web Design.
  • HTML
  • Design
  • Layout
  • Programming
  • Administration
  • XML
  • Graphics
  • and much, much more...
No matter where you are along the path of Web design, there is sure to be something more for you to learn and grow. But how do you decide where to go next? Luckily, there are many different paths you can take and review, whether you are brand new to HTML and Web design or have been writing programs and DHTML for years.
Beginning HTML:
If you're just starting out on the Web design path, this is your stop. The beginning HTML resources cover the basics of HTML and building a Web page. The classes and tutorials will help you get started. The glossary will explain new terms. Plus you can learn more about the basic software you need to create a Web page.
Advanced HTML:
Once you've got the basics of HTML down, you can move down the path to Advanced HTML. Advanced HTML includes tables and frames, DHTML, and Cacacading Style Sheets. There are more advanced scripting tools available to the advanced HTML programmer. Plus, you might want to learn more about cookies and updating your site with mutimedia.
Once you're an expert of basic HTML and advanced HTML, you'll have a lot of the skills you need to move into Web development as a career. But there the path forks. You can choose design or programming. It's also possible to do both.
Professional Web Designers:
Professional Web Designers focus a lot on the look and feel of Web pages. Many, if not most Web designers work as contractors or for contract design firms. This means that a lot of their focus needs to be on contracts, legal issues, and what to charge. But in order to get contracts, designers need to know how to create good layouts, write or manage excellent content, and then promote and market both themselves and the sites they create.
Professional Web Programemrs:
Professional Web Programmers focus on the unseen part of Web pages. Things like the CGI, scripts, and programs that make Web sites work. Plus programmers work on the servers and keep them up and running. They manage the security of Web sites and Web pages. Web programmers often implement and manage content management systems and e-commerce portals. Being a Web programmer is often less glamourous than a Designer, but it is just as important a role.
XML Developers:
XML is the next step in Web design and development. Many Web programmers move from standard Web programming into XML programming, and there are a lot of directions you can take within XML. Whether you want to focus more on multimedia and SMIL or you want to post documents for wireless devices with WML or XHTML Basic, XML is where that programming starts.
Know Where You Are on the Path:
Knowing where you are on the path of Web design is the first step to getting the information and resources you need to keep learning and growing in your choice.

53 Steps to follow if you want to become Freelance Web Designer/Developer (60+ Resources)

Thursday, August 05, 2010 0 回應 標籤：
In recent months I have been setting myself up as a Freelance Web designer/Developer, if I told you it was a rocky road I wouldn’t be exaggerating . If I had followed the list I have written below it would have made my life so much easier and stress free. But, like most things, entering into a new chapter can make you feel blindfolded and you stumble about trying to find the answers. Hopefully following this list will help.
There are many pros and cons venturing into Freelance, don’t think of it as freelance, but as you setting up your own Design Studio. That to me is a lot cooler.
But the truth of the matter is I have completed my transition, I am a Freelance Web Designer/Developer. And couldn’t be happier.

53 Steps to becoming a Freelancer Web Designer/Developer

1. Set a realistic date for starting officially as a Freelance Designer.
(When I say realistic, I mean six months+, and not weeks). Stick to this date.
2. Write out a plan-of action for your new business.
(Always remember it is a business you are building).
Further Reading: Creating a Plan of Action.
3. Save as much money as you can in that six months.
(You’ll need money for stationery, lawyers, accountants, hardware, software…).
4. Make an appointment at your local bank to discuss a business account..
(If you can try to avoid asking for an overdraft, do that. Same with a Credit Card).
5. Familiarize yourself with what your and your clients legal obligations are, then speak to a lawyer about a Contract Draft.
(When it comes to legalities you can’t afford any mistakes,the expense is worth it).
Further Reading: Legalese for Freelancers: Creating a Contract.
6. Design a logo that can be easily identified. 
(This is who you are from now on).
Further Reading: Top 50 Logo Design Tutorials.
7. Design letterheads for your stationery, have them professionally printed. 
(Order about 200).
Further Reading: Create Letterhead Templates in MS Word.
8. Design a business card, again, have them professionally printed. 
(Something memorable that reflects your logo).
Further Reading: Art of the Business Card.
9. Build contacts with other designers in your local area.
(They may pass you work, and vice versa).
10. Build contacts online with other designers.
(As above).
11. Register your new Domain Name.
(Be quick with this, don’t allow the pirates to buy it first!).
Further Reading: Register Domain Name.
12. Get an excellent Web Host.
(Try to get a host with the best reputation and the most features. This is an expense that you should not spare.).
Further Reading: http://www.besthostratings.com/.
13. Plan your Online Presence, and plan the Marketing for it.
(Were will I feature my work? Will I have my portfolio on my own site or will I have it on a Social Site).
Further Reading: 3 Freelance Marketing Tips From The Company Behind Billion Dollar Brands.
14. Get a Gmail Account using your new domain name.
(Don’t you already have one?).
Visit: Google Mail.
15. Open a Pownce account.
(This to me is better than most Instant Messengers).
Visit: http://pownce.com/.
16. Open a Tumblr account.
(Its all about exposure).
Visit: http://tumblr.com/.
17. Make sure you have an Instant Message account.
(Some clients will like this).
Visit: Cspace.
18. If working from home, designate an area specifically for work.
(Attempt to keep your working life separate from everything else).
19. Check your hardware, do you need a new computer, printer…
(A laptop is a must).
20. Invest in a copy of Adobe Creative Studio.
(Having the best software won’t make you the best, it will just make you prepared).
Visit: Adobe Creative Studio Homepage.
21. Invest in acopy of the latest Microsoft Office. Build your contact list with Outlook.
(Expensive but worth it).
Visit: Microsoft Office Homepage.
22. Check your desk / workstation.
(Is it big enough? Is it adequate? Is it clutter free?).
Further Reading: 12 Ways to Pimp your Office.
23. Invest in a filing cabinet.
(Keep all the paperwork, from your clients, lawyers, banks and accountants).
Further Reading: Five Things To Do To (Or For) Your Accountant At Tax Time.
24. Is your chair comfortable?
(Lazy-boy Ecliner would be perfect, wouldn’t it?).
Further Reading: 12 Ways to Pimp your Office.
25. Get a new phone line installed purely for business.
(You don’t want the kids answering the phone to potential clients, would you?).
26. Speak to an accountant, and familiarize yourself with tax laws.
(Anything to do with taxes, I would rather leave to someone else).
Further Reading: Out-Law Part 2.
27. Give at least a months leaving notice at work.
(And make sure you complete and leave no unfinished business at work.).
Further Reading: Leaving Notice Template.
28. And, for Gods sake, leave your job on good terms.
(You might need to go back).
29. Write a thank you letter to your previous employer and thank them for theexperience and knowledge they have given you.
(They may pass you work).
Further Reading: Thank You Letter Help.
30. Type out your contracts with Word, and print on your new letter headed paper.
(Reread it, and reread it again. Ensure you haven’t made any mistakes from your lawyers original).
31. Write out a proposal template for your potential clients.
(It will save you a lot of time later).
Further Reading: Design Proposal Template.
32. If your target is local business, have a look at the standard of web design in your area.
(Make sure you can match or super seed these standards).
Further Reading: The Monster List of Freelancing Job Sites.
33. If your target is Worldwide, register with as many Designer Listing sites as you can.
(Its all about exposure, making yourself available).
Further Reading: “>http://webdesignfinders.net/.
34. Design your portfolio/homepage and launch.
(Nothing to complicated, just appealing and accessible).
Further Reading:5 Tasks You Should Stop Putting Off.
35. List all the services that you offer on your portfolio/homepage.
(Be Honest.).
36. On your contact page insert a simple form, and all other means of contact ( instant messenger, tumblr, Pownce…)
(Better than an just an email link.).
37. Email all your contacts and let them know that you are intending launching in X amount of weeks.
38. Post a letter (stating who you are and your services), with your business card, to some prominent businesses in your area.
(Get your name out there).
39. Speak to some local Newspapers, and enquire about the price of advertising. 
(Cheaper isn’t always better).
40. Try advertising online.
(If you have the money, you could try this route).
41. Any enquiries you receive, be prompt with your replies. 
(Be professional).
Further Reading: Building Credibility: 11 Ways to Show You’re a Professional (Mason Hipp).
42. Decide wether you will charge hourly or by project. 
(Maybe both).
Further Reading: Nine Factors to Consider When Determining Your Price(Collis Ta’eed).
43. Work out how much money you need to make in a year to make ends meet. 
(Taking into account business expenses as well as living expenses).
44. Don’t set your prices too high nor too low. 
(Too low makes you look desperate).
Further Reading: Top Ten Signs You May Be Charging Too Little (Jack Knight).
45. Speak to your accountant about your yearly plans, and monthly funds you hope to have at your disposal.
(Its all about planning).
46. Speak to friends and family and warn them that you maybe going to work long hours.
(Make sure you always allocate time for them, all the same).
Further Reading: Balancing Work & Family (Allan Branch).
47. Advertise.
(This is the beginning).
48. Don’t take on too much work, too soon. 
(You may rush projects, lowering the quality, thus your reputation).
Further Reading: Top 5 Freelancing Mistakes.
49. Take regular breaks. 
(A breathe of fresh air and a coffee will do wonders for the mind).
10 Productivity Tips are Better Than 101 .
50. Remember your customer services skills. 
(Clients are always good for referrals and repeat business).
Further Reading: How to Deal With Upset Clients.
51. Most of your new work may not be a full Site Design.
(It maybe some small tweaking or developing for another design agency).
52. Don’t design too adventurously with conservative companies…
(They will probably just want something simple for there users).
53. …On the other hand try to enjoy your work and be CREATIVE.
(You will still have to work hard).
Further Reading:8 Web Design Mistakes That Developers Make.
So… anyone need the services of a Web Designer?

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