The following are comments I received from internet groups regarding the ZipLabor Website. The comments where written about the prior release of the WebSite (not the pages you are currently viewing). We used these comments to improve the WebSite. The respond below each comment, summaries what improvements where made.
The Las Vegas Review Journal announced the Website as follows: "James Bryan Menke launched ziplabor.com, a Web site matching people with tasks that need doing with businesses and people that can do them."
pcasstle wrote: "I looked at your website and it´s kind of boring. I´m sorry to be honest, but I think nowadays you should have a website that is really attractive."
ZipLabor: I agree, the site did look boring. I have increased the content and changed the navigation system and added an index. With you listed in the Index, the site is anything but boring. Thanks for your honesty.
f8tball wrote: "James Bryan Menke you should work on the UI of your site, whatever you have created behind it will not be seen since nobody will probably want to invest any time on a site which has such a basic look. Craigslist being a major exception."
"UI stands for user interface, the more visual aspect of a website, which may include pictures, but that is not really of necessity. Have a look at the following link (http://webstyleguide.com/interface/user-centered.html). But the key factor for your is get a web designer and get rude of the 1990s look and feel."
ZipLabor: I have added many visual affects to the WebSite by using images and CSS (Cascading Style Sheets), which changed the basic look and feel of the site. The new WebSite is anything but from the 90's. Thanks for recommending the UI website.
treetopsranch wrote: "Found one annoying thing. After clicking on your menu items I found too many open windows. Don't open new windows for each menu item. Redesign your menu and put it on the Home page also. (You have separated menu words which will confuse your visitors.)", Show visitors what country you plan to supply workers for. (Unless you intend to supply workers for all of the world. ) Your website is not accessible if javascript is turned off."
ZipLabor: I was originally using JavaScript to control the users experience of the website instead of letting the user control the experience. I have abandoned opening and closing numerous windows and have redesigned the site in a more traditional manner. I have created a new, more user friendly navigation system which uses images placed off the xhtml pages. Your suggestion of where I operate was completely overlooked by me. The US Flag is because of your comment, which links to the ZipLabor home page. I have also limited my use of JavaScript and increased accessibility to disabled users.
jcwilde1 wrote: "I don't want to be rude, but I am an Art director and I would seriously look into making the site both friendly and more modern looking which could only help when it comes to trying to get new customers."
ZipLabor: I definitely understand what you are saying. I increased the use of images, and used cascade style sheets to emulate image like content. I have also made the WebSite more user friendly by rearranging the navigation and adding an Index. I made the Website more modern looking by using a variety of fonts and increasing the page size to hold more content. Thanks for your rudeness.
Tailslide wrote: "I'm afraid that no-one will take your business seriously with this website it looks so unprofessional and frankly just dodgy. If this is your sole business then either buy a nice shiny template and use that OR hire a professional."
ZipLabor: When redesigning the Website, making it look Professional was one of my top priorities. I believe the new design is both professional and user friendly.
womble wrote: "Um, well what can I say except the graphic at the top of your gateway page (gateway pages are rarely a good idea btw) is extremely fuzzy and doesn't look professional. Putting myself in the shoes of someone who might want to use your site, I'm afraid I got no further than that gateway page as I got a big popup warning about the validity of your security certificate, something which I'm sure would put many people off even entering the site, let alone using it. Looking at the site's certificate, the problem is that you're issuing your own certificate, which few businesses can get away with. For people to be able to trust your site you really do need a certificate issued by one of the big and trusted Certificate Authorities."
ZipLabor: I have made series changes to the gateway page (index.html) and added some new images. I have access to a shared certificate but originally used a self signed certificate which creates a security warning on most modern browsers. I hope that I have eliminated the Security Warnings.
Donkey wrote: "It looks so amateurish I would never use it. For something like this where the customer could be employing people at your recomendation the user needs confidence in the site. It should look professional. Also the weird terminology you have invented is so wrong i.e. "Demander". It is a joke. If you don't use the right words nobody will understand you. Nowhere do you state which country you are operating in (this is pretty crucial if you are trying to recruit short term labour) at a guess from the poor English used I would expect it's India or somewhere in Eastern Europe. You need a major re-think."
ZipLabor: The new web design tries to eliminate any amateurish look and is more Professional looking. The concept of ZipLabor is unique and that's why I had to create unique terminology (i.e. Demander, Performer). I would be interested if you can suggest a better word to describe the person who Posts a Task on the WebSite. I am constantly working on my use of Proper English.
JPnyc wrote: "Now to the website itself. My best advice here, hire a designer. If money is an issue find a technical school and hire a student looking for his first job. I looked the page over and I don't even know where to begin. The site looks like it was thrown together in 15 minutes. On a scale of one to 10 it's a one. Things like design, cohesive color coordination, these things help instill confidence on the part of the user and should not be underestimated. Sorry if that sounded harsh, but I'm trying to help. A site needs to have a professional and slick.appearance to be successful and that one in no way does."
ZipLabor: The ZipLabor WebSite took more than 15 minutes to throw together. The current site uses color and images to make the visitors experience more enjoyable and productive. The site now looks very Professional and has a slick appearance.
roban wrote: "I don't consider it a web site per se. It's more like a list of links. You really need to establish an identity with color, images, navigation and well-formed content. My first instinct was to leave."
ZipLabor: The WebSite is Form driven in order to have the SQL database generated the requested responses. There was far too many basic style links and the new website eliminates the look of 'a list of links'. The WebSite now invites the users to stay around.
IncrediBILL wrote: "Using Firefox I saw the site, it's all behind the cheesy home page that will turn off most people. The site doesn't look business-like at all with the colors and fonts used, the navigation is bizarre with 2 windows, lot's of issues. I wouldn't even know where to start to comment."
ZipLabor: I have created a more professional and user friendly home page and eliminated the cheesy look. I have used colors and fonts that give the WebSite a business like feel. The navigation has been redesigned, eliminating the use of new windows, which resulted in a more Professional WebSite.
gimmster wrote: "IE says you have an invalid security certificate as well. I'd stop right there if I was interested in using the service (if I knew what that was) as the confidence level went from 'low' (look and feel) to zero with that single step. As for the spammy popup that appears after the 'timeout' period that loads the internal page in a full screen window - you really lost me with that. I have windows at a size I can use. Making them all suddenly pushed into the background by a full screen window (1920x1200) really just p*sses me off. No warning either."
ZipLabor: I am implementing a Shared Certificate which eliminates the Security Warning generated by IE and all other modern browsers. This will increase users Confidence level. I have eliminated the pop-up windows and currently using the more traditional, one window system.
Blue wrote: "I can see that you've put a LOT of work into your site, and I most certainly think the whole idea behind ziplabor is commendable. However, I agree with the others comments. It is lacking a "business" look and feel, and it has some important security issues. It also has a boatload of usability issues, including issues that pertain to those with disabilities (accessibility). Having read around in your site and therefore knowing your commitment to serving the ziplabor community by improving the site, I think it is time for you to take the next step by hiring a pro designer that has the ability to give your site a truly professional sheen and has the knowledge to address your particular needs, especially those that concern usability and accessibility. Please feel free to contact me to discuss this further."
ZipLabor: Getting a Business look and feel was a prime objective when we revised the WebSite. We have reduced the use of JavaScript and increased accessibility by using less tables for page layout.
francescadhenice wrote: "The site doesn't look business-like at all with the colors and fonts used, the navigation is bizarre with 2 windows, lot's of issues. I wouldn't even know where to start to comment."
ZipLabor: We have used consistent fonts and colors to give the WebSite a more uniformed and business-like feel. The navigation system has been re-engineered and no longer opens and closes separate windows.
ZipLabor: This was one of the pervasive reasons for our re-write, When your Dad speaks, you need to listen. Love You. After reworking, Dad said, "Better, nice & colorfull, but I still don't understand what you are trying to Do." Well, I have more work to do so it is understandable.
Self Signed Certificate: The website is currently be secured (i.e. https) with a 2048k SSL digital certificate. The Certificate has not been signed by a Certification Authority (CA) and thus the CN (company name) and the DN (distingushed name) are the same. This causes all modern browsers to give a warning when you enter the protected area of the Website. There is no Security Breach on the Website and the warning can be ignored. A Secure https connection using SSL (or TLS) protects sensitive data so that it cannot be intercepted or viewed by others. ZipLabor has a Shared Certificate that it will be installing which will elliminate this warning from happening.
Freezing of Screen: When some users are in the Forms section of the WebSite, the screen freezes. This can be immediately corrected by pressing the <F5> key. The cause of this problem is under investigation. We have verified that all scripts compile (parsing) and have no errors. We have renamed the files with shorter names but this did not correct the problem. Our next idea is to remove nested tables within the scripts hoping this solves the problem.
Loss of Connection to the Server: Three times we have lost communications with our server and where required to reboot the system. The reason for the lost communications is unknown and under investigation.
The following are comments I received from internet groups regarding the ZipLabor Website. The comments where written about the prior release of the WebSite (not the pages you are currently viewing). We used these comments to improve the WebSite. The respond below each comment, summaries what improvements where made.
The Las Vegas Review Journal announced the Website as follows: "James Bryan Menke launched ziplabor.com, a Web site matching people with tasks that need doing with businesses and people that can do them."
pcasstle wrote: "I looked at your website and it´s kind of boring. I´m sorry to be honest, but I think nowadays you should have a website that is really attractive."
ZipLabor: I agree, the site did look boring. I have increased the content and changed the navigation system and added an index. With you listed in the Index, the site is anything but boring. Thanks for your honesty.f8tball wrote: "James Bryan Menke you should work on the UI of your site, whatever you have created behind it will not be seen since nobody will probably want to invest any time on a site which has such a basic look. Craigslist being a major exception."
"UI stands for user interface, the more visual aspect of a website, which may include pictures, but that is not really of necessity. Have a look at the following link (http://webstyleguide.com/interface/user-centered.html). But the key factor for your is get a web designer and get rude of the 1990s look and feel."
ZipLabor: I have added many visual affects to the WebSite by using images and CSS (Cascading Style Sheets), which changed the basic look and feel of the site. The new WebSite is anything but from the 90's. Thanks for recommending the UI website.treetopsranch wrote: "Found one annoying thing. After clicking on your menu items I found too many open windows. Don't open new windows for each menu item. Redesign your menu and put it on the Home page also. (You have separated menu words which will confuse your visitors.)", Show visitors what country you plan to supply workers for. (Unless you intend to supply workers for all of the world. ) Your website is not accessible if javascript is turned off."
ZipLabor: I was originally using JavaScript to control the users experience of the website instead of letting the user control the experience. I have abandoned opening and closing numerous windows and have redesigned the site in a more traditional manner. I have created a new, more user friendly navigation system which uses images placed off the xhtml pages. Your suggestion of where I operate was completely overlooked by me. The US Flag is because of your comment, which links to the ZipLabor home page. I have also limited my use of JavaScript and increased accessibility to disabled users.jcwilde1 wrote: "I don't want to be rude, but I am an Art director and I would seriously look into making the site both friendly and more modern looking which could only help when it comes to trying to get new customers."
ZipLabor: I definitely understand what you are saying. I increased the use of images, and used cascade style sheets to emulate image like content. I have also made the WebSite more user friendly by rearranging the navigation and adding an Index. I made the Website more modern looking by using a variety of fonts and increasing the page size to hold more content. Thanks for your rudeness.Tailslide wrote: "I'm afraid that no-one will take your business seriously with this website it looks so unprofessional and frankly just dodgy. If this is your sole business then either buy a nice shiny template and use that OR hire a professional."
ZipLabor: When redesigning the Website, making it look Professional was one of my top priorities. I believe the new design is both professional and user friendly.womble wrote: "Um, well what can I say except the graphic at the top of your gateway page (gateway pages are rarely a good idea btw) is extremely fuzzy and doesn't look professional. Putting myself in the shoes of someone who might want to use your site, I'm afraid I got no further than that gateway page as I got a big popup warning about the validity of your security certificate, something which I'm sure would put many people off even entering the site, let alone using it. Looking at the site's certificate, the problem is that you're issuing your own certificate, which few businesses can get away with. For people to be able to trust your site you really do need a certificate issued by one of the big and trusted Certificate Authorities."
ZipLabor: I have made series changes to the gateway page (index.html) and added some new images. I have access to a shared certificate but originally used a self signed certificate which creates a security warning on most modern browsers. I hope that I have eliminated the Security Warnings.Donkey wrote: "It looks so amateurish I would never use it. For something like this where the customer could be employing people at your recomendation the user needs confidence in the site. It should look professional. Also the weird terminology you have invented is so wrong i.e. "Demander". It is a joke. If you don't use the right words nobody will understand you. Nowhere do you state which country you are operating in (this is pretty crucial if you are trying to recruit short term labour) at a guess from the poor English used I would expect it's India or somewhere in Eastern Europe. You need a major re-think."
ZipLabor: The new web design tries to eliminate any amateurish look and is more Professional looking. The concept of ZipLabor is unique and that's why I had to create unique terminology (i.e. Demander, Performer). I would be interested if you can suggest a better word to describe the person who Posts a Task on the WebSite. I am constantly working on my use of Proper English.JPnyc wrote: "Now to the website itself. My best advice here, hire a designer. If money is an issue find a technical school and hire a student looking for his first job. I looked the page over and I don't even know where to begin. The site looks like it was thrown together in 15 minutes. On a scale of one to 10 it's a one. Things like design, cohesive color coordination, these things help instill confidence on the part of the user and should not be underestimated. Sorry if that sounded harsh, but I'm trying to help. A site needs to have a professional and slick.appearance to be successful and that one in no way does."
ZipLabor: The ZipLabor WebSite took more than 15 minutes to throw together. The current site uses color and images to make the visitors experience more enjoyable and productive. The site now looks very Professional and has a slick appearance.roban wrote: "I don't consider it a web site per se. It's more like a list of links. You really need to establish an identity with color, images, navigation and well-formed content. My first instinct was to leave."
ZipLabor: The WebSite is Form driven in order to have the SQL database generated the requested responses. There was far too many basic style links and the new website eliminates the look of 'a list of links'. The WebSite now invites the users to stay around.IncrediBILL wrote: "Using Firefox I saw the site, it's all behind the cheesy home page that will turn off most people. The site doesn't look business-like at all with the colors and fonts used, the navigation is bizarre with 2 windows, lot's of issues. I wouldn't even know where to start to comment."
ZipLabor: I have created a more professional and user friendly home page and eliminated the cheesy look. I have used colors and fonts that give the WebSite a business like feel. The navigation has been redesigned, eliminating the use of new windows, which resulted in a more Professional WebSite.gimmster wrote: "IE says you have an invalid security certificate as well. I'd stop right there if I was interested in using the service (if I knew what that was) as the confidence level went from 'low' (look and feel) to zero with that single step. As for the spammy popup that appears after the 'timeout' period that loads the internal page in a full screen window - you really lost me with that. I have windows at a size I can use. Making them all suddenly pushed into the background by a full screen window (1920x1200) really just p*sses me off. No warning either."
ZipLabor: I am implementing a Shared Certificate which eliminates the Security Warning generated by IE and all other modern browsers. This will increase users Confidence level. I have eliminated the pop-up windows and currently using the more traditional, one window system.Blue wrote: "I can see that you've put a LOT of work into your site, and I most certainly think the whole idea behind ziplabor is commendable. However, I agree with the others comments. It is lacking a "business" look and feel, and it has some important security issues. It also has a boatload of usability issues, including issues that pertain to those with disabilities (accessibility). Having read around in your site and therefore knowing your commitment to serving the ziplabor community by improving the site, I think it is time for you to take the next step by hiring a pro designer that has the ability to give your site a truly professional sheen and has the knowledge to address your particular needs, especially those that concern usability and accessibility. Please feel free to contact me to discuss this further."
ZipLabor: Getting a Business look and feel was a prime objective when we revised the WebSite. We have reduced the use of JavaScript and increased accessibility by using less tables for page layout.francescadhenice wrote: "The site doesn't look business-like at all with the colors and fonts used, the navigation is bizarre with 2 windows, lot's of issues. I wouldn't even know where to start to comment."
ZipLabor: We have used consistent fonts and colors to give the WebSite a more uniformed and business-like feel. The navigation system has been re-engineered and no longer opens and closes separate windows.Robert O. Menke said: "I don't get it."
ZipLabor: This was one of the pervasive reasons for our re-write, When your Dad speaks, you need to listen. Love You. After reworking, Dad said, "Better, nice & colorfull, but I still don't understand what you are trying to Do." Well, I have more work to do so it is understandable.Know Problems With the ZipLabor WebSite. The Following Problems with the website are know and are in the process of being retrafied.