Which web design book would you recommend to a complete beginner?

I’m looking to learn web design. Whilst researching the subject, I gathered that I should learn HTML, XHTML and CSS. Which book would you recommend to a complete beginner?

How successful would a boutique web design firm be in today’s economy?

I’m considering opening up a small web design shop as a side business within the next year or so, mainly focusing on small businesses and non-profits. I’m curious to know if there is a still a healthy market for site design, considering many small businesses are now using self-publishing platforms like WordPress and other tools. [...]

How would I go about starting a web design portfolio for future employers to see?

I am a recent college graduate, I am looking for a web design job, but how can I get a job and get professional experience if I don’t have any in the first place?

How much would it cost to design a medium/large web 2.0 site?

I’m doing research on building a medium to large web 2.0 site from the ground up (as an example think ehow.com but not quite as much emphasize on social networking). It would have about 9 ‘main’ areas and 5 sub areas under each, plus must be able to dynamically generate pages and parse/serve content [...]

What unit would be good for Mechanics and or Graphic Design jobs in the National Guard?

I’m going to be Active Guard Reserve. Don’t mind location as long as there are job prospects. Anyone have suggestions?
If I’m leaving out anything, ask me for more info.

What would I charge someone to train them on basic graphic design skills?

Like how to stretch words, draw circles, create simple graphics. I have a friend asking how much I would charge by the hour.

What would help me at this point to become a Graphic Designer?

I am getting a degree in Art Design with a Digital Graphics emphasis from California State University Dominguez Hills with the intentions of becoming a Graphic Designer. I am worried that without specific specialized training in Graphic Design finding work will be impossible. What could I do to increase my chances of becoming successful in [...]

What would be the best college to attend if you wanted to be a video game designer?

My brother just graduated high school and would really like to get into video game design. What would be the best degree and school for him to attend so that he can reach his goal?
Thanks

What degree would i need in school to be able to design launch and maintain video game servers for Playstation

I want to learn how to design launch and maintain video game servers for Playstation 2 games. What degree would i need in school to be able to do this/ be employed by server hosts?
Thanks for your help guys
I really appreciate it

A good web design tool for a beginner? I am designing a webstore, would like a simple, professional tool.?

I am using the Yahoo! automated design tool currently, but it seems to limit design control (adding images, text, etc.). Easily adding new products is important to me.

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