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PHP Download Script with Resume option

A while ago I wrote an article about the common pitfalls of handling file downloads in PHP. One thing I did not realize at that time is that in most cases developers don’t have the time to write such a script and they’ll use whatever they can find, even if it has flaws.

Because of this, I decided to write a download script and release it free for everyone with a BSD License.

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Cardboard Texture Effect On Business Card Designs

In this simple guide, we will teach you how you can achieve the cardboard paper effect in business cards. It is fairly easy to do, and one does not really have to be precise with the tools needed to achieve this memorable effect for business cards. For our tutorial, we will be using Adobe Photoshop as the primary tool in the design, but do not worry, you do not have to be a professional to follow along.

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Convert Your Text To Grass Using Illustrator

Add excitement to your magazine ads, postcard prints or posters by using this effect on your headlines with Adobe Illustrator. Simply follow the instructions below and you will be able to do this on your own styled text, titles and headlines.

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A review of Photoshop Touch for the iPad

The way the iPad is growing in its functionality, popularity and usability, it was about time that it provided a way to edit and work with photographs too.

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Photoshop CS6 – upcoming features

Adobe engineers have been busy adding features to the next version of Photoshop. While officially there’s no commitment (with good reason, since Photoshop CS6 is still in development and the features may change), it’s a pretty good bet that we’ll see all of these in action sooner rather than later.

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The free, easy way to backup your (WordPress) site

Here’s a free, automated method to backup your site, including any databases. What you need is either a VPS hosting service or at least one that gives you SSH access. Your local computer can be Windows, Mac or Linux. I’ll write about Windows, since Linux users probably already know how to do this.

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Photography on the iPad

A slew of photography and film apps have been developed for Apple’s iPad. Appealing to professional and amateur photographers alike, many photography apps have been developed for the iPad. The iPad’s large touchscreen and high resolution is extremely conducive to photo viewing and photo editing.

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The “right way” to handle file downloads in PHP

I’ve seen many download scripts written in PHP, from simple one-liners to dedicated classes. Yet, at least half of them share common errors; in many cases programmers simply copy the code from something that works, without even attempting to understand what it really does. What follows is not a complete working download script, but rather a set of issues you should be aware about and that will allow you to write better code.

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How to choose your first dSLR – a complete buyer’s guide

So you got fed up with your compact digital camera and its limitations. You’ve seen those breathtaking photos taken with big black cameras. You want to be regarded as a real photographer. You might even want to make some money. Only one question remains: what should you buy? How would you choose?

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The Definitive Lens Buyer’s Guide

So you bought a DSLR kit (body+lens) a while ago. You know that you can buy additional lenses for your camera but don’t know where to start and what to look for. This guide will get you up to speed in no time, from basic lens info to advanced topics and buying tips. Even if you’re a more advanced user, this guide will still help you make the best choice for your next lens.

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Advanced 3D Prop Replacement with Photoshop

There are many instances, especially in creative advertising, when you need to blend computer generated elements in a photo in a convincing manner. This tutorial will show you some techniques to achieve photorealistic results.

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Depth of Field – A Guide for Beginners

Depth of field is one of the fundamental “tools” for creative photography. If we know it well and use it efficiently we can create spectacular photographs and avoid a lot of mistakes.