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About Me
Hi everyone, My name is Kelly Lucas, and I am the author, owner, and creator of all of the products available on this site.
It all started in 2008 withwww.Expression-Web-Tutorial.com For Beginners. I started this site in the early days of Expression Web, because so few resources catered especially to the Beginner. The tutorials on this site were created specifically for you, the beginner. To understand how my training products came into existence, continue reading My Story below.
My Story
When I first started learning EW in 2007, I found there was a huge lack of down to earth, simple, easy to follow tutorials and 'how to's" for learning Expression Web (abbreviated as EW). However, there were a few good ones.
One Forum and web site that helped me the most when I was new to Expression Web is http://www.expression-web-designer-help.com/forum/ which is managed by jimd, a Microsoft MVP. It was Jims video tutorials that taught me about the fundamentals of using Expression Web and CSS.
I remember how much I struggled as a Beginner. I use to get so frustrated with Expression Web! The first version was awful! Full of bugs and of course, I didn't know what I was doing. However, because of that struggle you now have a resource that is aimed at helping you...the Expresion Web beginner.
It has always been my goal to create the resources that I wish I had when I was getting started with Web Design and Expression Web. I believe I have achieved that goal. And today, I continually update and build upon what I created a few years ago. I am determined to continue to create the best Expression Web Training Resource available anywhere, and to do so in an affordable way.
I am reminded every day how difficult it was to learn a new software program such as Expression Web. This keeps me grounded. It keeps me focused on the special needs all beginners have. Those needs include step by step instructions that start at the beginning...and not somewhere in the middle. I try to never assume you know what I know. That is really hard sometimes.
I think those with experience forget what it was like at the beginning. It's easy to assume everyone knows what 'you' [the experienced EW user] know. Does that make sense? I hope so. Furthermore, most of this process of assuming is subconscious. The experienced person is not completely, if at all, aware that they are making these assumptions. Yet, it impacts the newcomer negatively.
I work very hard to make sure not to assume you, the beginner to intermediate viewer, know something when you really don't. So, when I make tutorials, written or video, I really have to make sure I include all the necessary steps. I mean all of them. This is a challenge, yet I know you appreciate this.
I am confident that you will find learning Expression Web a lot easier with these tutorials.But you don't have to take my word for it. The feedback I constantly receive from viewers and customers always makes my head swell. It amazes me how much my customers like the DVDs.
I guess it really comes down RESULTS. Customers are finding a lot of success because of the DVDs. This success varies from one person to another: my first student is now a programmer in Washington DC. He was the first person to ever purchase my 1 to 1 teaching. He quickly learned how to use Expression Web and before you know it, he was writing all of his code by hand: html, css, asp.net, and php. He gives me the credit for getting him started, yet, I give him the credit because of his ambition and desire to learn. I suppose it takes 2: you need to be willing to learn, and I need to be good at teaching! Fortunately, I've found something I love and kinda have a knack for...teaching.
About Me - My Personal Story
While I hesitate to reveal personal information, for one reason or the other, I do feel I need to tell you just a bit about me and what led me to where I am today. After all, much of my service is personalized in such a way to make you feel at home.
I am, or was, a Registered Nurse prior to becoming a Freelance Designer and Teacher. I really like teaching and helping others. That's why I became a nurse (obviously!). I also loved a challenge, otherwise, I was so terribly bored.
I live in the US. I earned my BSN Nursing in 1997 and BA Psychology in 1991 from Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania. I worked on a cardiac step down unit, which I found to be rewarding, both personally and economically. The leader in me sought out a management position after one year of working at the same Hospital, and I remained in management for about 6-7 years.
Unfortunately, I had back surgery that left me disabled. This led to several other surgeries to repair the damage. Yet, I would never be the same. My life has been turned upside down, inside out, and has been the challenge of a life-time. I would not wish this upon my worst enemy. (Which is good because I don't have any enemies, that I can think of!!) I have good days and bad days.
My physical limitations prevent me from being on my feet for extended periods of time (like 15 minutes!). So it was easy for me to fall in love with the internet. I had the time and I needed the extra money. Physically limited or not, I still plug away at whatever I do. That includes helping others like yourself. I spend every day working on something web related. Some days it might be tutoring and consulting. Other days I am making videos, or working on web design projects. I also spend a lot of time writing. It might be articles for other web sites I own, but mainly right now I am writing my book, Expression Web 3 Tutorials, No Non-Sense Tutorials for Beginners. (haven't nailed down the final title) In the end,
I suppose you could say it was my tragedy that led me to where I am today. I have no idea what the future holds and I don't care. I have learned to live in the moment because the moment is all I have to be concerned with. No more futuristic thinking. Success is meant for today, not tomorrow.
Family: I have two fabulous children: one in college, the other in high school. (where has the time gone!!) They grew up way too fast. I also have a pug, Faith. She is the best dog ever! Such a loveable creature. She's always by my side while I work on web sites, etc.
Dislikes: I really don't like rude or mean people. The internet has made a way for people to think they can say whatever they want to other people. The lack of face-to-face contact brings out the worst in people. I hesitated when I set up my Forum.
Forums can be notorious for verbal abuse and rudeness. (I am also very limited on the amount of time I can spend on the forum! Since starting the forum, I have become very busy.) That's why I have a no tolerance policy. Everyone must treat others with respect, kindness, and humbleness. There is no room for egos or mean people. A forum is meant to help, not hurt. I will NOT hesitate to ban anyone who disrespects others in any way. Period.
I seek to create a safe and nurturing environment for newcomers to ask questions and get the help they need. If someone is a smart alec or downright mean, the beginner will likely not return and become disheartened. Now, if you are a veteran web developer reading this thinking 'awe, sissies', .....then you are someone that should not show up on my forum. Ever.
I am appalled at how the veteran can be so damn nasty. You are not welcomed here. (Ironically, in the field of Nursing it is quite common for nurses to "eat their young". In other words, the experienced nurse treats the new nurse with harshness and sometimes cruelty. That is what I have seen in the Forums on the internet!! That is what I will not tolerate on my forum. It's wrong, it's unprofessional and it's my biggest dislike ever.) Moving on.....
That said, I welcome everyone to my forum. If
you are an absolute beginner, fabulous. Ask your questions,
whatever they may be. We will give you the guidance you need.
Have no idea where to start? No problem. Just say so and we
will point you in the right direction.
And, no one, I mean no one on my forum will treat you with
disrespect and no one will be rough around the edges. You will
be treated with the up-most respect regardless of your question.
And you won't have to deal with "personalities". What I
mean, you won't find anyone even sounding like they are
disrespectful or has poor social skills. So come on over.
Experienced Designers are also welcomed to give a hand and answer
any questions you feel comfortable answering. I don't restrict
anyone from helping others. Just as long as you treat others
with decency, knock yourself out and contribute as you wish.
Everyone makes a difference!
To All Beginners, Welcome and Best Wishes for a Successful Adventure in Web Design with Expression Web! I'd also like to thank all the great people I have come to know through my web site, my forum, and my web services.
I seek to always provide high quality service in a personal, down-to-earth manner. Always feel free to contact me. Likewise, I encourage you to leave feedback about my web sites and make any suggestions or comments that you find necessary.
Sincerely,
Kelly Lucas
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