Design

Introduction

The following is a collection of design tips, tricks, resources, etc.

Tools

• Kuler - A handy tool to have for those that need a little help when it comes to picking color schemes in web design.

Testing

• DebugBar (a.k.a. IE Tester) - An IE plug-in that allows you to debug JavaScript, view the DOM, etc. It also allows you to test various versions of IE from one instance of IE.

Resources

• Wikipedia Commons - A general source of freely available media. Make sure to read the disclaimer though.
• Yahoo! Stenci Kit - As the name implies, a collection of stencils to help get you jump started in your design.
• FlashDen - A resource for buying and selling flash components as well as audio tracks, fonts, and much more.
• Flipping Book - A nice flash-based page flip widget that can be tied into any web app.
• Icon Finder - Find well designed icons.
• Crystal Clear - A collection of symbolic graphics.
• 100 Free Circular Icons
• Simplicio - Another set of free icons.
• Practika - A free set of 11 fairly useful icons in various sizes.
• Calendar Icons - 12 icons that can easily be used to represent months of the year.
• iStockphoto - A treasure trove of media that can be bought and sold. When buying the media for use in other uses, it comes royalty free.
• Soundsnap - A collection of sound effects.