A few decades ago, building a website was an impressive feat simply because you had to code everything from scratch. These days, it doesn’t make sense to do that, not with endless resources available to help you whip a professional looking one in no time at all. Website builders like WordPress, Squarespace, and Wix have seriously changed the game.
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The issue is that their theme-based designs tend to offer a limited array of options, so you’re stuck with what you get. Not the end of the world there, but if you do find yourself itching to customize them beyond existing design constraints, then you’re going to have to get down with CSS and JavaScript anyways.
One web design solution that transcends this issue is the RapidWeaver 8 app for Mac. RapidWeaver 8 is truly made for the everyman/woman, thanks to its friendly interface and seamless UI. It’s designed for you to build stunning, responsive websites without writing any code, period.
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You’ll start by choosing from over 50 built-in themes, which is a respectable selection there. But here’s the true value proposition of the app: you can then customize your site with 1,500 add-ons. The Add-ons manager makes navigating these plugins, themes, and stacks simple and easy, further going along with the theme of usability. Plus, you’ll have access to a responsive device simulator that ensures your site will look stunning whether it’s displayed on a phone, tablet, or desktop.
If you’re not familiar with how to use RapidWeaver, the Complete RapidWeaver 8 Bundleincludes not just the app itself, but also a slew of training courses designed to turn you into a pro. You’ll get four included courses that will have you mastering the Foundation framework, SEO best practices, the Total CMS blog platform, and the Pulse CMS online editing tool — all essential to designing a truly professional looking site.
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