My name is William Malone and I am a software developer in the Denver, CO area. I created this site to provide a medium to test out the newest web technologies and give back to the design and developer community via open source articles.
Create a Drawing App with HTML5 Canvas and JavaScript
This tutorial will take you step by step through the development of a simple web drawing application using HTML5 canvas and its partner JavaScript.
HTML5 vs Flash Drawing
The same icon is drawn in JavaScript on an HTML5 canvas element and in ActionScript 3 in Flash. The differences in code is discussed after each step. The source code for each option is included for download.
HTML5 Canvas Example
Step by step tutorial drawing an icon of a warning symbol on an html5 canvas. Current html5 browser compatibility is discussed as well as downloadable source code.
Seven-Segment Display in Flash
This tutorial describes how to implement a seven-segment display in Adobe Flash ActionScript 3 (AS3).
Email Validation using RegEx
An introduction to Regular Expressions including simple examples including validating nicknames, phone numbers and email addresses in JavaScript using regEx. Validator and source code included.
Epoch Time (Unix Time)
Programming often requires representing the world in programming terms. How do we define 'now' in terms of time? We can define it with a date and time, but that becomes very combersome to handle in code. Fortunately there is a way to represent 'now' as an integer: Unix time.
3D Split-Flap Display in Flash
Sneak a preview of the article simulating a 3D split-flap displays in Adobe Flash ActionScript 3 (AS3). Completed article to include instructions and source code.
Create Glossy Photoshop Button
A popular interface design technique is adding a gloss effect to interface elements. This tutorial will show the step by step process of designing a glossy button in Adobe Photoshop.
Create Toilet Paper Origami
Step by step instructions on how to fold toilet paper like the profesionals. Start with a simple point and move on to the more advanced diamond fold. Sure to impress or at least confuse your friends.
