10 tips to make a difference at the Wapps Awards
The Wapps Awards jury looks at content, domain name, spelling, navigation, accessibility and security. Ten tips to stand out.
Building a good website is quite a challenge, but it’s also an opportunity to show creativity, talent and commitment. In the Awards, the jury evaluates many different aspects when choosing the winning websites: from the content and identity of the project to accessibility, security and the ability to provide real value.
To help you build a memorable, useful and well-structured website, here are 10 key tips to guide you throughout the creation process.
1. The topic of your website is up to you Choose a topic that genuinely interests you and that you have things to say about. When content comes from a real interest, the result tends to be more engaging for visitors.
2. Choose a good domain name that explains who you are The name of your website is your project’s calling card. Make sure it’s relevant to the topic, easy to remember and consistent with the project. A good domain name helps users know from the very first moment what they’ll find on your website.
3. Take care of your Catalan spelling The content must be in Catalan as a minimum, and it’s important that it has correct spelling, a clear style and good use of language. If you need help, you can use tools such as softcatalà.org or the DIEC2 to check your texts and make sure they are well written.
4. Organise your content so it’s easy to navigate Information must be well structured so that it’s easy to read and find. Use clearly defined sections and avoid overloading the website.
5. Make your website responsive Your website must work correctly on any device: computers, mobiles and tablets. Check that images adapt well, that texts are readable and that no elements are out of place.
6. Use quality multimedia resources Images, videos, audio and animations can make your website more attractive, as long as they are well chosen. They must be your own or have permission for use and respect Creative Commons licences. It’s also important that they are lightweight and load quickly so as not to hinder navigation. If you need help creating digital resources, you can visit this link.
7. Make it accessible for everyone A good website takes into account the needs of all users. Pay attention to colours, text size and add descriptive text to images. Accessibility makes your website more inclusive and easier to use for everyone.
8. Prioritise the security of your website Add HTTPS to your website and follow good security practices. This not only protects your project but also builds trust with the people who visit your website.
9. Make your website easy to find For your website to appear in search engines and be easy to find, you can use clear titles, keywords that explain what the website is about and well-structured content. This will help your project reach more people.
10. Give real value to your project Reflect on how your website can be useful or contribute something meaningful. It can address social issues, respond to real needs or incorporate elements that promote inclusion and participation.
