Learn from the Experts LearnKey Newsletter
August 2008


Have a Winning Website: Certify Your Developers



“The company with the best developer wins.” You may have heard the phrase more than once, and it’s a reality that only becomes more obvious as businesses embrace technology in order to compete in the market. Those with the insight and ability to step ahead of competitors will be the same organizations securing the most qualified developers to create a Website that will help them achieve their objectives.

Any organization that has experienced their Website falling short of their vision would advise others to find a developer who possessed all the skills to create a site that could support their business; there’s no room for sub-standard sites. Smart organizations know they need to create the perfect beacon to attract traffic, share relevant content, display their brand, capture leads, build credibility and even conduct ecommerce business.

Whether you’re a developer or a business leader, understanding the benefits of validating Website Design skills is imperative. The most effective validation of these skills is an industry recognized certification that proves a developer’s ability to create a thoroughly planned site that with an easy-to-navigate interface, and layout that reflects the company’s branding elements and online tools and forms to simplify the business process.

A surefire validation of those skills is the CIW Certification, and those who have earned it will be in much higher demand than those who have not. This certification ensures that developers know industry standards, understand web best practices, understand the different coding and scripting languages and how to implement a business’s vision. Whether you’re a developer looking to create a more secure future, or a business leader looking for qualified developers, The CIW Certification offers benefits for both:

Benefits for CIW Certified Developers

Benefits for Employers

Preparing for the certification is where LearnKey steps in. With LearnKey’s Web Site Design course, developers learn important concepts about layout, color, and site planning. The course will guide you through using Photoshop, Flash, Dreamweaver and Expression Web to make Websites come alive. The course will also guide you on how to work with HTML, XHTML, CSS, and Div Tags as well as JavaScript and Java, so developers understand how to build highly interactive web pages and prepare to take the CIW Web Site Designer exam ID0-520.

By certifying yourself or your employees, you are making it clear that your business deserves to stand out and lead the market in your area of expertise. The fact is, the Internet has broken down so many barriers to entry that anyone can have a presence on the Web – which means that the competition is fierce; not only in the local market but on a global scale. Make sure you hit the ground running with an effective Website that helps you achieve business objectives and stay ahead of the competition. Make sure your site is built by a CIW Certified developer - because the company with the best developer wins.