Author Sasha Vodnik Released 10/11/2017 JavaScript libraries like jQuery and frameworks like React have a lot of benefits to offer, but performance can be a tradeoff. Removing jQuery and React can improve site speed without impacting user experience. But many developers have never learned the equivalent code in JavaScript. This course teaches you how to […]
Author Engin Arslan Released 6/30/2017 3D graphics are a core part of data visualization, virtual reality, augmented reality, and gaming—all fields that are growing fast! Learn to use the three.js JavaScript library to create 3D graphics for the web. Discover how to create 3D objects and customize their properties, work with different types of lights, […]
Author Adam Wilbert Released 8/30/2016 SQL Server can be intimidating, especially for people who have never worked with databases before. A quick overview can go a long way to making you feel more comfortable digging into its powerful capabilities. This course introduces the most important features of SQL Server 2016, and is designed to act […]
Author Tom Green Updated 11/29/2017 Released 4/24/2017 Adobe Experience Design (XD) CC is an innovative new tool used for UI and UX design and prototyping. In this course, instructor Tom Green provides a brief overview of the features and functionality in this design and prototyping tool. Tom gives a tour of its capabilities and features, […]
Author Morten Rand-Hendriksen Released 5/15/2017 JavaScript is a scripting language of the web. As the web evolves from a static to a dynamic environment, technology focus is shifting from static markup and styling—frequently handled by content management systems or automated scripts—to dynamic interfaces and advanced interaction. Once seen as optional, JavaScript is now becoming an […]
Author Bernard Pineda Released 8/24/2017 Frameworks allow you to do more with less code. Laravel is the most popular MVC framework for PHP. This course covers the basics you need to know to build elegant applications of any scale with Laravel. Learn how to work with the MVC architecture, bootstrap components with service providers, and […]
Author Sue Jenkins Released 9/26/2016 A basic understanding of the principles of good design (such as contrast, unity, and balance) is the foundation for creating beautiful websites. In this course, Sue Jenkins explains design aesthetics in simple terms, and shows how to incorporate the principles and elements of design in specific ways that improve your […]
Author Daniel Khan Released 12/12/2017 Node.js developers often consider MongoDB to be their main choice when building a data-driven application—but many alternatives may provide better solutions. In this course, learn about the various database options available for Node.js applications, so that you can select the right database for your app. Daniel Khan reviews the basics […]
Author Scott Peterson Released 5/19/2017 Microsoft Bot Framework provides the resources you need to build intelligent bots that interact naturally wherever your users are talking—from text and SMS to Skype, Slack, Office 365 mail, and other popular services. Get started building bots of your own with this introductory video from Scott J. Peterson. This is […]
How to Master Color & Tone in Photoshop Medium 5.5 hours Add to favorites 100 out of 5 13 Reviews Description The creative use – and sometimes absence – of color often defines the artwork that we create. In this tutorial, we cover over a dozen different methods to color correct and color […]
How to Master Blending Modes in Photoshop Easy 3.5 hours Add to favorites 100 out of 5 24 Reviews Description Once you have a thorough understanding of blending modes in Photoshop, you’ll have access to all of the most powerful ways that layers can interact with one another. This means that color toning, […]
How to Select and Change Any Color in Photoshop Medium 4.25 hours Add to favorites 100 out of 5 23 Reviews Description Manipulating colors in Photoshop can be as much a creative endeavor as it is a necessary professional skill. With over 4 hours of step-by-step instruction, we cover the tools and methodology […]
How to Remove Anything in Photoshop Medium 6.5 hours Add to favorites 100 out of 5 15 Reviews Description While it may seem like magic, the ability to make anything disappear in Photoshop isn’t a trick – it’s a skill that anyone can learn. In this tutorial, we break down the tools and […]
Webpack is a wonderful tool for bundling front-end assets. Having said that, it can sometimes be a bit confusing to newcomers who switch over from a more traditional “concatenate these scripts and libraries in this exact order” setup. However, considering the recent release of Webpack 2, there has never been a better time to dive in. […]
Here we go again! Currently scheduled for an August release date, we’re on the verge of Laravel 5.5. With that in mind, let’s get a head start on the new features and additions to the framework. As always, there’s quite a few! Size: 385.98M
Laravel 5.1 includes a variety of welcomed new features. Everything from broadcasting events, to massively improved testing facilities, to LTS support. As always, Laravel is setting the curve with this new release. Let’s breeze through the new features that you’ll be enjoying. Size: 717.31M
Does the thought of a confusing regular expression send chills down your back? Don’t worry; you’re in the majority. But, luckily, the truth is that the trick to understanding regular expressions simply boils down to basic memorization. It’s not that tough, once you know what you’re looking for. Size: 152.41M
If you intend to dedicate a career to web development, shouldn’t you, in the process, harness every ounce of your code editor? In this series, I’ll show you everything I know about Sublime Text. Size: 369.47M
Services like DigitalOcean and Linode are incredibly cheap and scalable, however, they do assume a certain level of server administration knowledge. Even with these skills, performing common tasks can prove to be a burden. Thankfully, Laravel Forge, built by the creator of Laravel (Taylor Otwell), is here to save the day. Size: 204.01M
Popularized in the Rails world, Russian Doll caching is an interesting approach, where you create nested fragment caches for your view logic. If you then link the keys for each of these cached items to the model’s “updated at” timestamp, what you get is easy caching for your view logic, and automatic cachebusting whenever the […]
Given the number of testing tools and resources available to PHP developers, it’s no wonder why so many developers feel overwhelmed. In this series, we’ll learn the ins and outs of PHPUnit testing, while working within your familiar Laravel application structure. Size: 1012.75M
This series is exclusively for the working developer who, though familiar with Sublime Text, needs to tweak and optimize their editor particularly for PHP development. Come along, as we review everything from error detection, to project management, to automatic PSR-2 fixing. Size: 216.70M
While Laravel offers a robust, traditional authentication setup out of the box, you may find that you require unique setups for certain projects. Perhaps one application should leverage GitHub for its sign in functionality. Maybe another app only requires password-less authentication. In this series, we’ll review a number of techniques for authenticating your users. Size: […]
You’ve probably known for a while now that Redis is a thing. But, like so many others, maybe you’ve had trouble understanding exactly when you would reach for a key-value database like this. What’s wrong with just using MySQL for everything, right? Well, as you’ll find, there are a number of situations when Redis emerges […]
