Newcomer Needing A New Challenge

[league]

Hi Everyone.

I have just joined this site and am about to undertake learning Web Design and looking forward to it.
any good pointers to get me started would be most welcome.

[JMCDesigner]

Start small at first, learn html and css to build static websites. Also learning some graphic design skills wouldn't go amiss.

[league]

Thanks for the advice.
I am still wondering whether to do a course or not,a bit costly I know but this may give me some structure to work to.
How can I pace myself and be disciplined teaching myself??

[Oranjelibertine]

I use w3 schools to teach myself bits and pieces. THey have quizzes and interactive elements, so it can be more useful than just reading out of a book. If you want to chat about it just give me a shout, would be interesting to see how much I know myself

[league]

I did have a quick look at w3 school and it looked a bit fague,maybe I should have a longer and better look at it.Did you find it easy to follow and would or did you ever consider a course or are they a waste of time & money??

[Katedesign]

I bought a book - easy to flick through/back/forward. Head First are good. HTML and CSS. When you have the basics you can use W3. lynda.com is good too - you may be able to get 30 days free.

[Boss Hog]

Welcome to the Graphic Design Forums. :icon_thumbup:

Cheers

Damon

[SparkCreative]

Learning some graphic design skills wouldn't go amiss.

I'd say it's crucial. Otherwise, you're not a designer but a coder.