Preloading images is often a final optimization step when writing a javascript heavy web app. I think its generally because its seen as a pita, so it keep getting pushed as the site is developed until you get to the very end, and something has to be re-engineered to make it look right. [...]
I’m working on a site for a client where a user needs to upload a logo for their newly created widget. The client wants the logo to be visible during the widget creation process (so the user can make sure the logo they’re uploading is correct). A user can add multiple widgets all at the [...]
Just wanted to give a shout-out to a little javascript tool that I include in pretty much every project. Protoload lets you mark an element as “waiting” while your AJAX is doing its bit. It works with prototype and extends Element to add startWaiting and stopWaiting methods.
Its as simple as:
$(’foo’).startWaiting();
or in a slightly bigger example:
var [...]
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Responsible for Ruby on Rails coding, highlighted by subdomain scoping, client signup interaction design, and custom look and feel per client.
Community validated names and taglines for your thingamajig. Top names are selected by virtual currency investment and the community shares revenue based on influence.
Responsible for Ruby on Rails and javascript coding, highlighted by countdown timers, ticker, and page caching.
A daily-oriented clothing line from Prada known for its clean and stylish designs, use of fine materials, Prêt-à-Porter.
Responsible for Ruby on Rails web store interfacing to backend warehousing and order fulfillment systems.
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