Augmented Reality Resources
Augmented Reality is all the buzz around the Internet. I have recently started researching this technology and have managed to create some working examples. It will be incorporated into our offerings in the upcoming year.
Here are some great examples of the technology:
- Mini Augmented Reality – one of the first to use it in marketing!
- Augmented Reality Magic
- GE SmartGrid
- AR Business Card
- 09 Greeting Card
A Few Resources:
Flash Resources
When consulting with clients or conducting training sessions pertaining to Flash, I regularly refer back to the following websites as excellent resources. I highly recommend these to anyone interested in Flash no matter what their experience level:
- www.gotoandlearn.com – Video tutorials of advanced Flash and related technologies by Lee Brimelow.
- www.flashden.net – A professional flash community where you can purchase flash files for use in your projects for dirt cheap. This site is a great way to save time in your projects and also allows you the unique opportunity to view working Flash files and ActionScript created by true flash professionals. It may cost you a couple dollars, but it is well worth it!
- www.theflashblog.com – Also by Lee Brimelow. Lee is currently a Platform Evangelist with Adobe and has been a recognized expert in flash for quite a few years. The information he posts on this blog is cutting edge and very valuable.
- www.flashkit.com – A open source flash community where you can grab movies, fx, sound loops, etc. The site is a little heavy on ads, but a great resource none the less.
- www.flashloaded.com – Another professional flash community with excellent flash files for use in your projects. Files here are top notch, even if some are overpriced.
Anti Spam Email Link Generator
Spam bots harvest email addresses from websites and cause general annoyance for website developers, hosts and website owners. There are many scripts available that try to hide your email address from spam bots while still making it easy for legitimate site visitors to contact you. The script included here is one of the better ones I have come across. It uses a random encryption key making it exceptionally difficult for spam bots to decipher.
Public MLS Search Sites
Here is a list to some of the public MLS search sites in Wisconsin and surrounding states. I use this info in some of my real estate websites and thought it would be a good resource to share:
- Greater Northwoods MLS Search: [ click here ]
(this has been changed, direct links are no longer allowed) - Central Wisconsin MLS Search: [ click here ]
- Upper Peninsula MLS Search: [ click here ]
How Much is a Website?
There are many factors that go into the mix for pricing a new website or a website redesign. The concept is very similar to what goes into determining the price of a new vehicle. The model, manufactures, accessories and place of purchase will significantly modify the price. And while a privately owned used compact might get you from point A to point B, that new sports car from the dealership will get you there in style.