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PSD to HTML: Software Vs. Human Coder

The cutthroat competition between the man and machine for ‘superiority’ is never-ending. As the mankind progresses, more and more machines will be devised to make lives easier. Here this notion will be discussed in context to the ongoing debate over—which’s better option for PSD to html conversion—software or human coder? The question is somehow same to this one—you like computerized posters or manually painted drawings. Monalisa would not have been a great piece of art if it was a computerized poster…Coming back to the topic here’s a competitive overview of the two options…Read on

Software Conversion
Let’s begin with software html conversion. There are plenty of softwares available online for converting a PSD file into html format. And most of them can be downloaded for absolutely free. The software supposedly has revolutionized the entire designing technique including PSD conversion. The makers of the software claim that the PSD file is completely converted into the desired format. Here are some of the main advantages that are claimed by the software makers:

Advantages:
Convenience: Anyone regardless knowledge of designing and development can convert a PSD file into HTML. This means even a layman has an opportunity to do the conversion or integration.

Save on Time: It’s claimed that PSD conversion through software takes minimal time. This is one of the main things that attract people who want their designs in a hurry.

Save On Costs: The software conversion is very cost-effective. People with small or say restricted budget can use the software for the conversion process.
The aforementioned points sound very lucrative and almost persuade you to go for the software conversion. But wait. Check out what the critics have to add about the software integration:

Drawbacks:
Lack of Accuracy: According to the critics, the mechanical conversion does not yield exactly what you perceived through the Photoshop design. As per the observation, the critics’ opinions are somehow true. The conversions through software have not been very accurate.

Lack of Aesthetical Value: The mechanical conversion is way too mechanical to digest. The critics say that such designs lack creativity and ultimately fail to draw the attention of the customers.

Entails High Risks: The critics cite various examples when the software failed to yield clean, readable and errorless codes. It was learnt that the designs could get completely changed or ruined, provided the software failed.

Manual Coding
Having said that, let’s go through, why one should go for manual coding! Read on:
PSD integration is a meticulous task and requires lot of skills. The firms offering conversion services are backed by experts of this field. There are galore of benefits of using professional PSD to HTML conversion providers. Here are some of the benefits:

Advantages
Semantic Coding: The manual coding is based on the then search engine optimization criterion and has scopes for further modification. This actually benefits you in leaping ahead at the search engines.

Hand coded: The manual coding is mainly done via hand coded HTML/CSS markups. The method helps in slashing file size and increase readability.

Cross-browser Congruence: Handmade designs ensure you cross browser compatibility, including mobile compliance.

Long-term Benefits: In case you have some modifications or enhancements to make, professional PSD to HTML conversion providers are there to help you! Unlike software, you can carry out the revision as many times you want!

Assured Quality: Since you cannot talk to software, it’s better to communicate with a human who is executing your project. The human coders generally ensure good quality. And even if they fail to do so, you have a chance to revise that and get exactly what you want. Scopes of success are much higher here!

Drawbacks:
Candidly speaking, there’s not any drawback in manual coding. Manual coding allows you to keep your work updated with utmost convenience. Cynics will keep on saying whatever they, want…Manual coding is undoubtedly a better choice…

There may be plenty more advantages or restrictions, which this article has missed out. Ultimately the ball is in your i.e. customer’s court. It’s you who has to decide what to choose or what not to? However, as per the observation, manual integration services have still an edge in terms of quality and quantity over the software. Thus, go for human coders…

Psd into WordPress: How To Get It?

In view of the fact that ‘Blogging’ is now bigger and commercially crucial, the surge in demand of Wordpress themes is not very surprising. The Wordpress themes are simply amazing, as they cater to ever-ending needs of customers and blogging aspirants. The themes, in simpler words already framed templates, have wide range of features commencing from prominent header to auto scrolling side bar. Coming back to the topic this article mainly deals with is what you will do, if you wanted your own kind of (unique or say suiting to individual needs) Wordpress themes, assuming you’ve already designed the layout through Photoshop?

The very first thing, which will strike in your or anyone’s mind is convert the psd into wordpress themes. Of course that is the way to do it. But the challenge is how you will do it? The first option is to use the software that converts the psd to wordpress theme. This method does not involve any kind of extra development or coding efforts. It’s very cost efficient but entails certain limitations. One of the main drawbacks of this methodology is that it does not yield exactly what you conceived in psd format. Plus it restricts further customizations and modifications. Many experts believe that psd conversion through the software is very mechanical and lacks aesthetical value. (For more details on this, read our next article: PSD to HTML -  Software Vs. Human Coder).

Another way is to avail the psd to wordpress conversion service providers. Finding such service providers is very easy. Just you need to enter the right keywords into the search box and you are dished up with scores of companies offering the services. Find the right company that meets your needs and aspirations and strike the deal!

Having said that, one thing you must not forget— outsourcing psd to wordpress conversion services does not mean your suggestions will not be incorporated into the newly crafted design. The companies allocate dedicated professionals to execute your project and with whom you can discuss the website design. Many argue that outsourcing conversion is not great idea, as it involves dependency and deterioration in quality. In fact, psd into wordpress is really a difficult task, as it centers upon CSS and separate coding for separate themes. Of course, you would not like to take risk of doing the technical stuff on own. (For more details on this, read our next article: Psd to Wordpress  Conversion Companies - Do’s and Don’ts)

There are scores of other innovative ways to get the wordpress integration services. It may be seeking help from someone who has already done or following the tutorials available in text and online versions. Go for the one that truly suits you!

Christmas Discount: XHTMLMania offers 20% off on PSD to HTML services!

Just to make the festive season more special for you XHTML Mania , a specialized division of XMania Group and highly admired PSD to HTML Slicing Provider, is offering a lucrative Christmas discount to all prospective clients. The company has announced a discount of 15% on all its PSD to (x)HTML & CSS conversion services. The offer is valid till 31st December, 09. This 15% off on our slicing services is a token of our appreciation for their business, says a key official at XMania Group.

Now, how come is it 20% off???? Read on…..

The company is so excited to announce the discount scheme on it’s all the services and considers it a great time for online business houses to grasp this chance. Director, XMania Group, has this to say- The Jingle bells have turned into saving bells, and our existing clients have also started showing interest already. In a lighter mood, he adds, we are expecting a heavy traffic on this offer!

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Order now and save money; everyone needs it now more than ever.

The gala bonanza is still untouched…….

This offer just doesn’t close here!!! If you avail our services before Christmas Eve, you could win a life time opportunity of upto 15% discount on all the services of XMania Group which includes, Internet Marketing, PSD to HTML, Web Design and Development and much more for each of your order. So the more the merrier. The winner (random pick) will be decided on 31st December, 09 and the results will be announced on same day.

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XHTML Conversion – What’s The Fuss

Ever since the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) put out its recommendations on XHTML 1.0 in 2000 the IT industry has been jumping up and down extolling its virtues and values.

HTML, the grandfather of website design languages was good enough, in the early days of computing and the Internet, for sharing documents among a generation of not-so-smart computers. Things have moved along very, very rapidly since those days and HTML struggles to match the requirements of today’s websites. So what was the next step? Who was going to be new guy on the block?
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PSD To XHTML – For A Successful Website

“Staying ahead of the competition” has always been a strong motivating factor in business. It is just as true on the Internet as anywhere else. In fact, by its very nature, the Internet is global and therefore aggressive. You are not simply fighting off your neighborhood rivals.

As with any brick and mortar company your website is the store-front of your business. Your window dressing had better be good because the world is looking in. So how do you make sure that your website looks good; is accessible to as many visitors as possible and user friendly too?
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