Cleveland Web Standards Association http://www.clevelandwebstandards.org/ en bridgestew@gmail.com Copyright 2009 2009-04-01T04:15:18+00:00 Arrested Web Development: HTML5 Video and You http://www.clevelandwebstandards.org/site/event-view/html5_video/?utm_source=Articles&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=ArticleTitle&utm_campaign=html5_video http://www.clevelandwebstandards.org/site/event-view/html5_video/#When:02:36:42Z?utm_source=Articles&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=ArticleTitle&utm_campaign=html5_video

August 10, 2010 at 6:30 PM

From system lockups and blue screens to diminished laptop battery life, the problems with a certain proprietary plugin are well known and widespread. The W3C is trying to alleviate these problems by allowing developers to embed video directly into the browser using the new video tag. This talk will explain the history behind HTML5 video, the pros and cons of different video encodings and the legal aspects of one encoding in particular that has received an unfair reputation. Joe will guide us through various code examples culminating with a demonstration of CSS and Javascript integration. If you have a website that delivers video or are interested in learning more about one of the most exciting features of HTML5 you won’t want to miss this.

Who

Joe FioriniJoe Fiorini http://joefiorini.com/

Joe Fiorini is an award winning web application developer with a passion for making software as easy to maintain as it is to use. He currently works as a software engineer for Within3 and runs his own design/development consultancy densitypop in his spare time. He has presented at numerous conferences and at companies like Harley-Davidson and Progressive. Hire him for your next Bar Mitzvah or wedding.

Where

Lean Dog

1151 North Marginal Road, Cleveland, OH 44114

Visit www.clevelandwebstandards.org for location directions and registration.

]]> 2010-08-04T02:36:42+00:00 iPhone and Android Apps: WebKit in your Pocket http://www.clevelandwebstandards.org/site/event-view/iphone_and_android_apps/?utm_source=Articles&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=ArticleTitle&utm_campaign=iphone_and_android_apps http://www.clevelandwebstandards.org/site/event-view/iphone_and_android_apps/#When:15:27:08Z?utm_source=Articles&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=ArticleTitle&utm_campaign=iphone_and_android_apps

July 13, 2010 at 6:30 PM

Did you know that you can build applications out of HTML and Javascript that run on iPhone and Android devices? Not just "mobile web apps", but apps that run just fine when offline, use some device features like geolocation, can mimic the look and feel of native apps, and even be installed by users on their home screen. We'll look at the rapidly changing landscape of WebKit app development and pick apart a fully functional, open source example app. Bring your iPhone or Android device along and you can see for yourself how this works across the platforms.

Who

Jonathan PennJonathan Penn http://navel-labs.com

Jonathan Penn is a mobile and web app developer with a long history of quality work sprinkled with mischief. He currently works as a software engineer for Within3 and is the mad scientist behind the mobile app company, Navel Labs, who’s flagship app, ReadMore, was recently featured on the front page of the Apple App Store.

Where

Progressive Insurance

6300 Wilson Mills Road, Cleveland, OH 44143

Visit www.clevelandwebstandards.org for location directions and registration.

]]> 2010-06-30T15:27:08+00:00 June Social Outing http://www.clevelandwebstandards.org/site/event-view/june_social_outing/?utm_source=Articles&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=ArticleTitle&utm_campaign=june_social_outing http://www.clevelandwebstandards.org/site/event-view/june_social_outing/#When:14:08:23Z?utm_source=Articles&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=ArticleTitle&utm_campaign=june_social_outing

June 9, 2010 at 6:30 PM

It's warm out. That means you need something to drink. If you are going to drink, you may as well eat something, too. Join us for a social gathering at:

Where

Vine & Bean Cafe

12706 Larchmere Blvd., Cleveland, OH 44120

Visit www.clevelandwebstandards.org for location directions and registration.

]]> Social 2010-05-23T14:08:23+00:00 Exploring Django: Part One http://www.clevelandwebstandards.org/site/event-view/exploring_django_part_one1/?utm_source=Articles&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=ArticleTitle&utm_campaign=exploring_django_part_one1 http://www.clevelandwebstandards.org/site/event-view/exploring_django_part_one1/#When:18:17:18Z?utm_source=Articles&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=ArticleTitle&utm_campaign=exploring_django_part_one1

May 12, 2010 at 6:30 PM

In this first part of a three-part talk, Chris Miller will you how to get started with the Python-based Django web application framework. Topics covered will include:

  1. URL Mapping for Fun and Profit,
  2. Templating Engines for the Faint of Heart
  3. The Power of Data Models

Seating is limited to 30 people for this event, so register early!

Who

Chris MillerChris Miller http://www.unquietdesperation.com/

Christopher T. Miller is a crafter of code and writer of sorts who believes that each discipline could stand to learn from the other. He’s a Co-Founder of Podiobooks.com and is the producer and Co-Host of From Python Import Podcast and The Secret Lair podcast.  Those who dare can find his personal ramblings at http://unquietdesperation.com.

Where

Progressive Insurance

6300 Wilson Mills Road, Cleveland, OH 44143

Visit www.clevelandwebstandards.org for location directions and registration.

]]> Development 2010-04-15T18:17:18+00:00 Is Flash Dead? http://www.clevelandwebstandards.org/site/event-view/is_flash_dead/?utm_source=Articles&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=ArticleTitle&utm_campaign=is_flash_dead http://www.clevelandwebstandards.org/site/event-view/is_flash_dead/#When:05:22:18Z?utm_source=Articles&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=ArticleTitle&utm_campaign=is_flash_dead

March 10, 2010 at 6:30 PM

There has been a lot of conversation lately about flash and it’s usefulness. With the HTML5 and CSS3 coming into it’s own and mobile devices forgoing it altogether do we still need flash on the web? Come join us in March for a spirited group discussion about the future of flash.

Where

Progressive Insurance

6300 Wilson Mills Road, Cleveland, OH 44143

Visit www.clevelandwebstandards.org for location directions and registration.

]]> Development 2010-03-01T05:22:18+00:00 An Evening with Jeff Finley http://www.clevelandwebstandards.org/site/event-view/an_evening_with_jeff_finley/?utm_source=Articles&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=ArticleTitle&utm_campaign=an_evening_with_jeff_finley http://www.clevelandwebstandards.org/site/event-view/an_evening_with_jeff_finley/#When:05:31:18Z?utm_source=Articles&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=ArticleTitle&utm_campaign=an_evening_with_jeff_finley

February 10, 2010 at 6:30 PM

Join the CWSA as we welcome local designer and entrepreneur, Jeff Finley as he discusses how to keep your work creative, how to attract clients who appreciate creativity, how to get the work you want, how nice people win and other topics. The presentation is in room 202. You can enter off Woodland side or underground. Map of Tri-C Metro Campus. We are in the Creative Arts Building, Room 202. There are fliers on the doors to help guide you on your way.

Who

Jeff FinleyJeff Finley http://www.jefffinley.org/

One of the partners of Go Media, Jeff Finley is an artist first and foremost, but has a passion for marketing and the internet. He wants his clients to be revered and admired by their peers and competition.

His skills and expertise lie in Illustration, 3D Modeling and Animation, Typography, XHTML, CSS, marketing, the Internet, blogging, promotion. In his spare time he likes to play drums and satisfy his addiction to Netflix by renting obscure films.

Where

Tri-C Metro Campus

2900 Community College Ave, Cleveland, OH 44115

Visit www.clevelandwebstandards.org for location directions and registration.

]]> Design 2010-02-01T05:31:18+00:00 Make IE6 Your Bitch (Instead of the other way around) http://www.clevelandwebstandards.org/site/event-view/make_ie6_your_bitch/?utm_source=Articles&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=ArticleTitle&utm_campaign=make_ie6_your_bitch http://www.clevelandwebstandards.org/site/event-view/make_ie6_your_bitch/#When:02:59:18Z?utm_source=Articles&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=ArticleTitle&utm_campaign=make_ie6_your_bitch

January 6, 2010 at 6:30 PM

You know the feeling: you kick ass on some really sweet HTML and CSS. Things are going really well. Your code is lean, and you've even used some cool new CSS to make things really awesome. Everything's done, except the last (and worst), step: crack it open in IE6 and prepare to cry. I'm here to tell you that it doesn't have to be like that. Yes, IE6 will always be IE6. But there are a great deal of tools, tricks, and resources out there to enable you to keep the integrity of your code, while still giving a nearly perfect experience to all of those lost souls on IE6. Come find out how.

Who

Dan OttDan Ott http://www.dtott.com/

Dan is an independent contractor out of Bloomington, Indiana. He has worked for the past 5 years in the web development field, and full-time for the last year and a half. He has experience in back-end work like PHP and MySQL (and front-end javascript/AJAX), but his true passion is XHTML and CSS. He lives for the green bar on the W3C validator.

Where

Progressive Insurance

6300 Wilson Mills Road, Cleveland, OH 44143

Visit www.clevelandwebstandards.org for location directions and registration.

]]> Design, Development 2010-01-02T02:59:18+00:00 Holiday Social http://www.clevelandwebstandards.org/site/event-view/holiday_social/?utm_source=Articles&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=ArticleTitle&utm_campaign=holiday_social http://www.clevelandwebstandards.org/site/event-view/holiday_social/#When:02:59:18Z?utm_source=Articles&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=ArticleTitle&utm_campaign=holiday_social

December 10, 2009 at 7:00 PM

Holidays are busy, so let's relax and have some fun! The CWSA will be taking a break from presentation-style events until the new year. This will be a purely social geek get together over dinner and drinks. Attendees are welcome to bring a date/spouse/friend along. Holiday cheer is provided, but food and drinks are not.

Where

Larchmere Tavern

13051 Larchmere Blvd. , Cleveland, OH 44120

Visit www.clevelandwebstandards.org for location directions and registration.

]]> Social 2009-12-02T02:59:18+00:00 Form Design Roundtable Discussion http://www.clevelandwebstandards.org/site/event-view/form_design_roundtable_discussion/?utm_source=Articles&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=ArticleTitle&utm_campaign=form_design_roundtable_discussion http://www.clevelandwebstandards.org/site/event-view/form_design_roundtable_discussion/#When:03:50:18Z?utm_source=Articles&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=ArticleTitle&utm_campaign=form_design_roundtable_discussion

November 10, 2009 at 6:30 PM

Forms can make or break your site. Come to this sequel to last year's round table discussion and share your experiences, challenges and ideas. Some topics for consideration include:

  • Inline validation as a way to increase completion rates
  • Jared Spool's $300 million button
  • Common mistakes in sign-in and registration forms
  • Primary form controls, left or right?
  • Unexpected form behavior / browser quirks

Where

American Greetings

1 American Road , Cleveland, OH 44144

Visit www.clevelandwebstandards.org for location directions and registration.

]]> Design 2009-11-01T03:50:18+00:00 Hooked on Aesthetics http://www.clevelandwebstandards.org/site/event-view/hooked_on_aesthetics/?utm_source=Articles&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=ArticleTitle&utm_campaign=hooked_on_aesthetics http://www.clevelandwebstandards.org/site/event-view/hooked_on_aesthetics/#When:04:49:18Z?utm_source=Articles&utm_medium=RSS&utm_content=ArticleTitle&utm_campaign=hooked_on_aesthetics

October 6, 2009 at 6:30 PM

Visual design – it's more than just making things look pretty. Learn how emotions and feelings through visuals can enhance or hinder the experience. Join the CWSA as we welcome web designer Craig Minch of Minch Design as he helps us understand how the right visual design can make or break your project.

Who

Craig MinchCraig Minch http://www.minchdesign.com/

Craig has been honing his design and markup skills in the professional world since 1999. He got his start in the agency/consulting environment and worked his way up the chain before branching out on his own in 2006. Craig has been supporting, practicing and advocating web standards while building W3C compliant XHTML and CSS since its inception.

Where

Progressive Insurance

6300 Wilson Mills Road, Cleveland, OH 44143

Visit www.clevelandwebstandards.org for location directions and registration.

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