Creating the perfect website involves a number of different factors. Often these may well be unrelated. Reaching customers, if you are in business, or finding a readership if you are a blogger may not be as easy as you assume. It goes without saying that the quality of the content on your internet page must provide the visitor with added value. Do you sell products? Are they sold at the lowest price? Or is there a value plus service included? You must definte what it is you are trying to achieve so that you know when you are moving towards your goal.
A website is an extension of yourself or your business. If you have nothing to say in the real world, what makes you think you will be any different online. The internet is not an escape from reality - it is an extension of reality. While you are creating your webpages, you must always consider the user experience. Is your site easy to navigate? Does it cater for special needs. For instance, is it compliant with text to speech software?
My own main interests are in the layout of webpages and ensuring that sites look the part. Taking clients' visions and turning them into reality is very rewarding. Other things you must consider on top of the user experience are web hosting, SEO (Search Engine Optimization) and connecting with your customers or readers. Building websites and connecting with other individuals makes the WEB a wonderful place to spend time.
Some examples online of creative websites delivering value added client content.
