- Write Quality, Validated Code
Web design tools such as Front Page can help create web pages in "design" mode if you are unfamiliar with HTML, but be cautious as these tools can create unexpected results when viewed in different web browsers and platforms. When creating a web site, always check your code with a web page validator throughout the programming stages (http://validator.w3.org).
- Use CSS
Never use <!;font>!; tags. Those tags are years old, deprecated and can create unexpected results on different platforms and browsers. Always attach the same stylesheet to every page. Then, if you need to change the font on your web site, you only need to change it once on the stylesheet; all pages will be changed.
- Use Well-written Content
One of the best ways to get listed in search engines is to use well-written content. Content that is not-interesting or has spelling or grammar mistakes will not be noticed. If you want visitors, you may need to hire a professional to write or re-write your web site content.
- Make Your Site Easily Navigable
Don't use frames. Don't use iFrames. Use breadcrumbs. Always put secondary and tertiary navigation links in the same place on every page. Use rollovers when possible. Include a site map. Don't underline text (unless it's a link). Use alt tags.
- Update It Often
In order to keep customers coming back, it needs to be fresh. Update it often. Add a "News" section (as long as it doesn't get stale). Offer time-sensitive offers. Don't just set it and forget it.
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