Preface
We’re seeing better interaction design and more aesthetically pleasing
designs. And we’re seeing more personal, engaging and memorable sites,
too. But what exactly is making the difference? What new directions is Web
design heading in today? What new techniques, concepts and ideas are
becoming important?
This eBook contains 16 articles that cover current as well as upcoming Web
design trends. It also includes facts on responsive Web design, improving
Web security, useful coding tips and practices for HTML5 and CSS3, and
much more! This eBook on 'Modern Web Design and Development'
touches on what Web designers should be ready for to keep abreast of new
challenges and opportunities.
These articles have been published on Smashing Magazine in 2010 and
2011 and are known to be the best on professional Web design and
development. They have been carefully edited and prepared for this eBook.
We hope that you will find this eBook useful and valuable. We are looking
forward to your feedback.
— Thomas Burkert, Smashing eBook Editor