Web Assignment - Web Page #2 (50 Points) Pu

Web Assignment-Web_Page.doc Web Assignment #2 (50 Points) Purpose: Create a website using DreamWeaver and publish it on your folder on the Penn State server.

The Penn State server is the web space you applied for at the beginning of this semester. Your home page should contain various features, characteristics, and suggestions, described below:

The website you create will be for a company called BoarDome owned by brothers Will and John Smith. This company sells snowboards and surfboards. The Smith guys want to showcase their company and begin to sell their boards and related products online. This site is meant to showcase the products and sell them to a broader market outside of Ohio.

1. The website should be at least three pages in length. Remember quality is better than quantity. The first page, the index page, will have information about BoarDome. It will say welcome and present a sale for a discount on all products especially the Boogie brand board which will be at 50% off for the month of December. There will be pictures of some of the products on this page.

2. The second page will be the About page. It will show pictures of the owners and contain the following content (you can just copy and paste the text): "Having trained in Hawaii, we appreciate the artistic freedom we have here in the US. Creativity is embraced by a fervent core of consumers, and we are happy to serve that audience with our experience in traditional methods, selection of choice, and the best processing that technology can offer us. We relish the opportunity to please both ourselves and our audience with our awesome board creations. We've invested more than our lives in this." - Will and John Smith, Owners. If you have any questions or comments about our company, this website, or our products, feel free to contact us.

3. The third page should be the products page, featuring images of the products and company locations, including pictures of the boards.

4. The following mandatory items must be included in your home page:

  • 3 links — one to another site, one to a page within your site, and one email link.
  • Include at least 2 images on your site (you can use the images provided or import your own).
  • You may link to a video if desired.
  • Maintain consistent navigation across pages.
  • Use a background image or color on your pages.
  • Incorporate color(s) in your pages.
  • Include a table in your page (for layout or to display content).
  • Ensure all images have alt tags (text descriptions).
  • Every page should have a title in the title bar and include keywords.
  • Display the logo on every page with a link back to the homepage.

Evaluation Criteria include overall quality, branding consistency, proper links, images with alt tags, background, table use, internet publishing, title and keywords, navigation consistency, and adherence to the requirements, totaling 50 points.

Plan your time accordingly, as developing the website may be time-consuming. Maintain good taste on your home page, avoiding profanity or inappropriate images/audio, as inappropriate content will result in zero points.

Paper For Above instruction

This paper outlines the comprehensive process of designing and developing a professional website for BoarDome, a company specializing in snowboards and surfboards owned by brothers Will and John Smith. The project aims to create an engaging, informative, and commercially effective website that showcases their products, provides company information, and facilitates online sales. This involves strategic planning, creative design, content development, technical implementation, and adherence to web standards.

Introduction

The primary objective of this project is to deliver a polished, user-friendly website that effectively markets BoarDome’s products beyond Ohio, targeting a broader audience through the internet. The site encompasses three main pages: the index (home page), the about page, and the products page. Each page is meticulously crafted to incorporate essential elements such as navigation, imagery, content, and technical features mandated by the assignment guidelines. A critical factor in successful web design is ensuring consistency across pages, maintaining brand identity, accessibility, and functionality.

Website Structure and Design

The website's structure emphasizes a clean, logical flow with intuitive navigation. The homepage introduces visitors to BoarDome with a welcoming message and a special December sale, prominently featuring product images and brand logos. The inclusion of a navigation menu with links to other pages, an external site, and an email contact facilitates user engagement and connectivity. Visual consistency is achieved through a cohesive color scheme, background images, and the company's logo displayed uniformly across all pages.

Content Development

For the homepage, engaging textual content highlights the brand’s identity and current promotional offers. It emphasizes the company’s commitment to quality and innovation. The about page provides detailed background about the owners, integrating their training in Hawaii and their passion for artistic expression in board design. Including personal stories and company philosophy helps establish trust and authenticity with visitors.

The products page showcases various boards with high-quality images, detailed descriptions, and location information, giving potential customers an immersive experience. All textual content is optimized with relevant keywords to enhance search engine visibility.

Technical Implementation

Development utilizes DreamWeaver, a robust tool for creating responsive and standards-compliant websites. Key technical features include:

  • Proper use of HTML elements (headers, paragraphs, images, links, tables).
  • Alt tags on all images for accessibility.
  • Consistent navigation menus on every page.
  • Use of CSS for styling backgrounds, colors, and layout.
  • Inclusion of functional links: one to an external site, one internal page, and one email, enhancing website interactivity and accessibility.
  • Embedding multimedia elements such as images and videos where appropriate.

Quality and Standards

Ensuring the website’s high quality involves meticulous attention to design principles, readability, and functionality. Color schemes and backgrounds are chosen to complement the brand’s identity, avoiding visual clutter. The navigation structure remains uniform across pages to improve user experience. The use of tables is applied either for layout purposes or to organize product information effectively.

All pages are tested for browser compatibility, responsiveness, and accessibility. Once finalized, the website is uploaded to the Penn State server, making it publicly accessible for grading and feedback.

Conclusion

Creating a professional website for BoarDome not only fulfills academic requirements but also lays a foundation for future e-commerce endeavors. By integrating branding, user experience design, and technical standards, the site can effectively promote and sell products while reflecting the company's values and spirit. This project exemplifies practical web development skills applicable to real-world business scenarios, from planning to deployment. The final product aims to be visually appealing, informative, and functional—a compelling digital storefront for BoarDome that extends its reach and influence.

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