...developed and incorporated to manage digital music sales. - This system should enable direct downloads after purchasing tracks. - Allow customers to have lifelong access to their purchased files anytime. - It should have a secure downloads area to prevent unauthorised downloads. - Comprehensive sales analytics for artist and site owner use will also be needed. Sales must be done using stripe or paypal. Ideal skills/Special Requirements: Strong expertise in Web Development, UI/UX design, Database Management, E-commerce solutions, and Secure Digital Downloads Management is vital. Knowledge and interest in music, especially dance music genres, could be a great asset. You should be proactive, innovative and have a keen eye for detail, able to suggest features that will make this pl...
Looking for an experienced DevOps Engineer to set up & document a 3-node HA Vault cluster (Linux Ubuntu) using Docker Compose (not Swarm, not k8s) with Consul as the storage backend (plus ensuring SSL/TLS self-renewing certs & snapshotted backups to an S3 bucket (on ) every time a new policy or secret added). You'll get sudo-level account access on all nodes which are already up and running on Contabo. You'll need to use the latest versions of Docker & Docker Compose. Your Experience + Multiple Docker-based Vault cluster deployments + Proficiency in Linux shell scripting and Docker Compose + Ability to document setup process clearly disaster recovery Summary acceptance criteria + I follow docs & rebuild cluster & recover existing backup + I retrieve...
...nuestra plataforma. Necesitamos establecer tres tipos de perfiles de usuario: Miembro Full: Acceso ilimitado a todos los cursos disponibles en Tutor LMS. Miembro Básico: Acceso solo a categorías o etiquetas específicas de cursos. Cliente Independiente: Capacidad para comprar cursos de manera individual. Integrar y configurar el sistema de pago externo para las membresías, manteniendo la opción de PayPal para compras individuales. Revisar y mejorar la interfaz y experiencia de usuario de la plataforma, asegurando un diseño responsivo y adaptado a dispositivos móviles. Optimizar el flujo de usuario desde el registro hasta el acceso, garantizando que todas las interacciones sean intuitivas y sin errores, incluyendo la configuraci&oacu...
...skilled professional to design an Instagram bot that can perform a series of tasks on my behalf. The main functionalities I'm interested in include: - Auto-liking posts - Auto-following users - Auto-commenting on posts I'm not in search of basic or hyper-detailed, but I'm aiming for moderate customization. While I don't want a merely plug-and-play tool, I do want one which allows me to adjust some settings to suit my preferences. The bot should focus its engagement on two types of accounts: - The ones I manually specify - Accounts within particular niches I'm interested in Having knowledge in Instagram bot programming, web scraping and understanding of Instagram API will play a vital role in this project. A sense of culture around cybersecurity and I...
I am searching for a professional photographer to capture my wedding moments set in both indoor and outdoor locations. Key Requirements: - Must specialize in traditional wedding photography. - Availability for approximately 4-8 hours of work on the wedding day. Skills and Experience needed: - Have a good eye for capturing the most beautiful and heart-touchin...wedding photography. - Availability for approximately 4-8 hours of work on the wedding day. Skills and Experience needed: - Have a good eye for capturing the most beautiful and heart-touching moments. - Must have experience with both indoor and outdoor photography. - Prior experience in traditional wedding photography. Having a wide-ranging portfolio with examples of weddings shot in various settings will be a definitive ...
...rooms, and treatment rooms. Since I didn't supply the information, insight into your past work and detailed project proposals will greatly enhance your application. The total square footage for these designs would lead to significant consideration. Skills and Experience: -Ideal candidates will have experience in architectural design or interior design, specifically in healthcare or educational settings. -Understanding of dental clinic operations. -Excellent grasp of spatial planning and functionality. -Communicates effectively to understand project requirements and able to deliver design within budget. Kindly note, this project listing is only for those who can confidently meet the above criteria and the budget set at INR 2500. Any proposals exceeding this budget will ...
I am looking for a professional developer who can ensure the security of my payment information by integrating ReCAPTCHA into my website. This will aid in enhancing the overall security of the payment proce...seamlessly with the payment process - Ensuring user experience is not compromised while enhancing security. Ideal skills for this project include: - Experience with payment gateways and integrations - Proficiency in web security, particularly with implementing ReCAPTCHA - Strong understanding of user experience and ability to balance it with security measures. - Familiarity with Credit card, PayPal and other payment system integrations is highly desirable. If you're confident in your ability to deliver a secure payment system and have the necessary skills, I'd lo...
I'm in need of a creative graphic designer who can create engaging and visually appealing social media posts for my Instagram account. I need 2 type of social media posts 1 for me sweets and restro shop And 2 nd i want politocal posts
I'm looking to hire a talented designer and developer with solid experience in Fintech for a digital bank project. Here's a brief overview: - The digital bank should have key functionalities such as account management, online payments - Online payments should support credit card payments, mobile wallet payments, and bank transfers. - The ideal user interface would be professional and corporate in design. Your main responsibilities will include the design and development of this digital bank. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in Fintech, and be able to create a professional and user-friendly digital bank that fulfills these specified requirements. If you're confident in your ability to deliver high-quality work in these areas, I'd love to hear f...
The website is an education marketplace. This project will require very good skills in: - Linode. Our project is hosted by Linode and will need you will need to upload the website onto Linode. - JavaScript, - Stripe, - PayPal Marketplace API - MEAN Stack - PayPal, - Angular version 10.0.11 (We are not going to upgrade that version) - MongoDB Do not apply if you are not skilled in all of the above , especially in Linode. 1) Part A: Homepage formatting and changes: a) Loading of website very slow. Fix this. b) Homepage: i) Logo: Alter log in the top left-hand side to Lernitt logo. Make logo, font and colours the same as the Lernitt logo the banner to 2x the current height. Make logo larger also. ii) Font style: alter the font for the heading on the homepage with font and...
...questions to answer each week - Users have the entire week to respond to the questions - All responses are compiled and statistics are posted in the app every Monday ●App Sections - Section 1: Current Week's Questions - Section 2: Previous Week's Statistics - Includes a "Share" button to post statistics to Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, and other social media platforms - Section 3: Settings (allow users to update Gender, Age, City) ●Admin Features - Admin can input new questions each week for the users ●Notifications - Users receive weekly reminders to answer the questions - Notification when new statistics are posted Users are presented with 7 questions each week, each with multiple-choice answers ranging from 2 to 10 options, prepare...
I need a comprehensive PowerPoint presentation that visually illustrates the workflow and process maps in three key areas of my business; sales process, customer service process, and account management process. Key tasks: - Create detailed slides that visualize each of these processes - Ensure each slide showcases a clear, easy-to-follow workflow map - The presentation should be in a professional format suitable for a business environment The ideal candidate should have: - A strong background in business, particularly in sales, customer service and account management - Exceptional skills in creating PowerPoint presentations, with a focus on clarity and professionalism - Experience in process mapping and workflow diagram creation.
...for both iOS and Android platforms. I drew the design of the application in figma, I will attach a link with the drawing to see everything that is needed for the application. The app's chief function is to provide a service, bolstered by several key features: - User account creation: The app should support an efficient and secure system for user registration and login. - Messaging system: An integral communication network that allows for direct messaging between users is required. - Ticket Scanning system: A robust ticket scanning algorithm implemented for service accessibility. Ideal skills for this project are Swift and Kotlin for iOS and Android respectively
I'm looking for an expert familiar with ...sales. The tasks required are: - Keyword Research: Identify high-performing keywords that could attract more potential customers to my products. - Product Listing Optimization: Improve current listings, ensuring that keywords are effectively incorporated for better searchability and appeal. - Marketing Strategy: Develop a sound marketing plan that can significantly boost sales, taking into account the optimized listings and identified keywords. The perfect candidate should have proven experience with Etsy store optimization, keyword research, and developing effective marketing strategies. Efficiency, attention to detail, and a clear understanding of the Etsy marketplace are essential skills. Help me increase my sales and make my Et...
at the lowest level of advancement, let's hope only 80% of the requirements are included in the application ;) Subject: Application for booking parking spaces. Design (in Android Studio) an adequate user i...Screen - Login Screen - Two-factor authentication screen - Error messages - Notifications (displayed in the top bar) - Browsing screen (discs, files or similar), also known as the gallery (the gallery can be freely adapted to the theme of the application) - Adding a new item to the gallery screen (non-functional) - Focus Screen (e.g. presenting a new application feature) - Personalization/change settings screen - Characteristic Screen (e.g. if we are creating an application similar to Spotify, it is a music playback screen, if a game or library, it is a gameplay or book d...
...inside our app until the song is finished. App is a new type of "collab dance app" where each user record dance on one small segment of any song (2-4sec) creating a new cool unpredictable music video. You need to try and test our app as well to understand it a bit. Key Responsibilities: 1. Check our Shopify Collabs Account and optimize it using our website, pictures, videos, reels, etc. You can create some pictures, reels as well. 2. Find Influencers using our Shopify Account or maybe you have some other source of influencers? 3. Negotiate with Influencer to bring their followers inside our app to dance with him in their song (influencer should use his channels to invite his followers - as youtube to describe app, instagram, facebook, let them be creative) 4. ...
Hi We are building one app...the namespace for the project-specific scripts Then, i have to check if games are fetching aseets from method because we will have no resources folder in project, since we are dwonloading the assets from server i have to fetch the assets from asset bundle. So if they are not downloaded, download them Different games uses different physics settings in project settings, so before each game starts, i set the physics settings according to the specific game (like layers, tags, Collision physics etc.) Games uses DoNotDestroyOnLoad for many objects, But i need to destroy them once user go back to home page. This creates a lot of errors, So i check for them and fix them And a lot of other stuffs Jakov if you need further more detail, please le...
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...leads. You must have Good English and most importantly manage the whole process from start to finish outside of us reply to leads generated. This will mean you need to be able to scrape websites in Ireland like directories/maps etc and Linkedln. Generate marketing lists of each niche and setup emails to contact relevant niche. You must have or recommend bulk sending platform (which we won't have account closed on easily for not hitting certain open rates/bounce rates etc) and ideally make sure emails active to reduce bounce rates prior to creating lists. General emails be sent ie one email for all hairdressers or one email for all plumbers etc. We are IT agency so be targeting all niches but of course will need opt out etc so we don't email clients that request remov...
...an e-commerce platform for my business. The website should be user-friendly, appealing, and optimized for search engines. Although I have skipped the functionally specific question, the website should generally feature the capability to list products, add items to a shopping cart, and facilitate online transactions. However, there's no need for integration with specific payment gateways such as PayPal or Stripe. Ideal Skills: - Proficiency in website design and development - Experience with e-commerce platforms - Understanding of SEO principles - Knowledge of user interface and experience design Main Responsibilities: - Designing an aesthetically pleasing e-commerce website - Ensuring the website is SEO optimized - Implementing general commerce functionalities - P...
I'm in need of a professional who can assist me in hosting a web domain on a European server, with a preference for Germany. The website itself will be used for domain forwarding, essentially functioning as a gateway to another site rather than hosting content itself. Key Requirements: ...rather than hosting content itself. Key Requirements: - Web Domain Hosting: Experience in setting up and hosting web domains is essential. - European Servers: Ideally, the freelancer should possess experience with European server hosting, with a preference for German servers. - Domain Forwarding: The primary purpose of this website will be to forward to another site, so an understanding of DNS settings and domain forwarding is crucial. Please ensure you have the above skills and experience ...
My Instagram, which I use for sharing personal moments, has been suspended and disabled. I've followed Instagram's help center guidance to no avail. I'm seeking someone with experience and direct contacts at Instagram to help me reinstate my account.
I need someone good at flutter to create a hotel booking app for me, the main functions are logging in, creating an account, booking functions, hold rooms, and displaying map locations of points on the map. Key Responsibilities: - Develop and maintain high-quality mobile applications using Flutter - Work closely with the design and cross-functional teams to ensure an effective, visually appealing, and intuitive application - Implement clean, modern, and reusable code Ideal Skills and Experience: - Proven experience as a Flutter developer, ideally at a mid-level capacity - Strong knowledge of Android app development - Familiarity with Agile methodologies - Excellent communication and team collaboration skills - Attention to detail and a passion for delivering high-quality products ...
...Canadian tax strategy - Maintain knowledge of Canadian tax laws - Assist with client communication as needed Other Responsibilities (could include): - Prepare and maintain financial records, including general ledger accounts, financial statements, and other reports - Assist with month-end and year-end close processes - Perform bank reconciliations and ensure accuracy of financial data - Conduct account analysis and reconciliation to identify discrepancies or errors - Assist with financial audits and provide necessary documentation and support - Utilize accounting software (such as Sage, Xero, QuickBooks) to record and track financial transactions - Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field mandat...
I need an account on a website (contact me pls for details). The task involves: - Setting up one account on the specified website. - Account should have a unique email address. Ideal Candidate: - Experience with account creation and management.
I'm seeking a talent...- Quantity: I need more than 10 unique illustrations for the book. Each illustration will be a crucial part of the story-telling process, engaging the young audience. Ideal Candidate: - Previous Experience: Experience in illustrating for children's books - A strong portfolio, showcasing your skills and creativity in this style. - Creativity and Imagination: An ability to bring characters and settings to life in a way that captivates the youngest readers. - Timely and Professional: Ability to meet deadlines and communicate effectively throughout the project. If you're an illustrator with a passion for children's books and a knack for creating enchanting watercolor illustrations, I'd love to hear from you. Please provide samples of you...
I'm seeking a talent...- Quantity: I need more than 10 unique illustrations for the book. Each illustration will be a crucial part of the story-telling process, engaging the young audience. Ideal Candidate: - Previous Experience: Experience in illustrating for children's books - A strong portfolio, showcasing your skills and creativity in this style. - Creativity and Imagination: An ability to bring characters and settings to life in a way that captivates the youngest readers. - Timely and Professional: Ability to meet deadlines and communicate effectively throughout the project. If you're an illustrator with a passion for children's books and a knack for creating enchanting watercolor illustrations, I'd love to hear from you. Please provide samples of you...
Black And white Themed Account Details page with a side bar. Side bar includes: Account Details Security Billings Subscriptions Account Details Page allows to edit profile forname, lastname, contact No. without email verification code, contains dummy profile avatar and pic uploader. Security page allows to change password or email with email verification code Billings page shows payments done for past plans (dummy transactions) Subscriptions shows current running subscriptions (dummy plans) Sidebar when on mobile will not show but a small arrow shows which brings out the side bar in smooth animation.
I am looking for professionals to provide an acoustic report for my house which is currently in the construction phase. Primarily, your focus will be on assessing the potential for further acoustic requirements, particularly for the walls and ceilings. This is an opportunity to assist in long-term noise insulation plans. Key deli...deliverables should include; - Detailed report identifying soundproofing requirements. - Specific focus on walls and ceilings. - Suggestions for enhancing room acoustics. Potential bidders should have demonstrable experience in building acoustics with excellent knowledge in construction processes, materials, and soundproofing techniques. Practical experience of acoustic testing in residential settings and strong technical writing skills will be viewed ...
Hi there, I'm in need of a proficient WordPress developer who is experie...principles to ensure optimal viewing across various devices. - Optimize website performance for speed and SEO. - Conduct thorough testing to identify and fix any bugs or issues. - Provide up to 3 revisions and 3 days post each submission for reviewing. - Integrate plugins and third-party tools to enhance website functionality such as Calendly - Install the theme and test its working on our WordPress account. Terms and Conditions: - Be available in IST time zone 9 to 6 PM. - All shared resources and deliverables are confidential and may not be shared, reused or published anywhere else without prior consent. Looking forward to seeing your work and hopefully collaborating with you on this proje...
we are in the need of a simple multi image ( 28 square images on one 16/9 fullscreen ) slideshow, should be windows based, can also be mac based. The app will be used once to playout multiple pictures ( 800 ) taken at an event. App setup settings should be : select folder ( will be dropbox folder which has to be researched for new photos while running ) select image presentation time ( images show for 5-15 sec and then should fade to next image ). after setting up the app should be executed in full screen, exit via 'escape`. as soon as there are more than the 28 images in the folder it should be avoided to have double images shown.
I'm in need of an experienced web developer to create a Jewellery...browse products, add them to their cart, and securely check out. - Payment Gateway Integration: I want a reliable payment gateway integrated into the site for seamless transactions. The gateway should support major payment methods like PayPal and Stripe. - Real-time Shipping Rates Calculation: The website should be able to calculate real-time shipping rates and provide customers with accurate delivery costs. Skills and Experience: - Proficiency in e-commerce website development and design. - Extensive experience in integrating payment gateways, particularly PayPal and Stripe. - Knowledge of shipping integration and real-time rate calculations. - Prior experience with similar projects, showcasing a robus...
...Implement functionality allowing users to link their LinkedIn profiles for easy import of professional achievements, experiences, and network endorsements. - **Cover Letter Builder:** Develop an AI-based cover letter builder that guides users in creating compelling cover letters tailored to specific jobs. **Additional Functionalities:** I am also looking for the platform to include: - User account creation and management. - Secure storage of personal information and documents. - A intuitive and engaging user interface across all platforms (web browsers, iOS, and Android devices). **Ideal Skills and Experience:** - Proficiency in AI and machine learning technologies. - Extensive experience in full-stack development, including responsive web development and mobile app develop...
...but are not limited to: - Building new features using React.js. - Utilizing specific libraries including Rest API, Ant Design and CSS3. The ideal candidate for this position will have the following skills and experience: - Comprehensive understanding and experience in React.js, with a senior level of proficiency. - Experience with Rest API, Ant Design and CSS3. - Capability to work in remote settings with a flexible schedule. I'm looking for someone who is well organized, has a keen eye for details, and can work independently while being a part of a collaborative, remote team. I would love someone who is proactive, and can bring unique perspectives in creating innovative solutions. While this position requires knowledge in aforementioned areas, I'm above all looki...
I'm looking for a capable freelancer to oversee my less than 10 healthcare clients' account. Key Responsibilities: - Manage customer inquiries and provide support - Process orders and handle shipping logistics - Create and schedule social media posts Ideal Candidate: - Experience in customer service, preferably in the healthcare industry - Knowledge of order processing and shipping logistics - Proficient in social media management and content creation Please let me know your previous experience working with healthcare clients and managing their accounts.
I'm looking for a talented 3D animator who can create a captivating, cartoonish animation for an adult au...visually engaging and entertaining, focusing on a playful, cartoonish style. - The animation length will require around 4-5 main lead characters and length around 90 min - The pace of the animation should be suitable for an adult audience, taking into consideration their attention span and humor. - It's important to have a strong understanding of 3D animation, and the ability to bring characters and settings to life in a fun, engaging way. Ideal Skills: - Proficiency in 3D animation software - Previous experience creating high-quality, entertaining 3D animations - A good understanding of pacing and humor in animation - Strong communication skills to understand and i...
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...developing without guidance on what main functionalities or features to implement. It's crucial for the developer to take initiative, as the exact project needs were not specified. Previous experience in creating complex projects from scratch is a bonus. Here are details. 1. Account Management - **1.1 Registration** - Users must register using their school email address. - Registration form includes fields for Name, Email Address, and Phone Number. - Email verification is required to activate the account. - **1.2 Login** - Users must log in using their registered school email address. - The system should provide password recovery options. #### 2. User Dashboard - **2.1 Access** - Upon successful login, users are directed to their dashboard. - **2.2 ...
I'm urgently seeking a Cloudflare expert to address and fix recurring downtime issues with my website, which has been experiencing downtime for the past 10 days. I have a Pro account with 2FA enabled for access through Apple. Requirements: - Proven expertise in Cloudflare - Demonstrable experience in web troubleshooting and resolving downtime issues. - Ability to start immediately and work competently under tight deadlines The candidate should deliver a more reliable, accessible website with reduced downtime. Please share your proposed method of approach and previous related work in your bids. I look forward to hearing from you!
...two points. - **Fare Estimation**: Users should be able to get an estimation of how much a trip would cost with each service. - **Real-time Price Comparison**: The site should be able to directly pull the current prices from both Uber and Lyft to allow for a real-time comparison. Other Functionalities: - **User Registration and Login**: Users should have the ability to register for an account and login to access additional features. - **Social Media Integration**: The site should be integrated with social media platforms to allow users to share their comparison results or posts from the blog. Design Style: - **Clean and Minimalist**: I prefer a clean and minimalist design style for the site. This is to ensure that the focus remains on the comparison feature and make the...
...ATTACHMENTS FOR THIS TASK. Key Skills Required: - Image Design and optimization capabilities – Photoshop or similar - Experience in WordPress, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, (MySQL also helpful) - Experience with major WordPress themes and plugins - Strong understanding of SEO, website performance optimization, and security best practices - Familiar with WPEngine. Once confirmed we’ll create a WPEngine account - Strong English communication with ability to jump on Zoom calls if required Ideal Candidate: - The freelancer should have previous experience in creating minimalist corporate websites and integrating a product showcase with some animation. - Knowledge in visual design and UX will be highly valued in order to create an engaging and user-friendly interface. At...
I need to create a banner for my construction company's LinkedIn account according to size requirements. The company logo is attached, which needs to look nice with a creative banner banner. The Banner needs to have the following context: At Trendfix we pride ourselves on the following values Customer solutions Quality craftsmanship Timely delivery Exceptional customer service Get in touch for your enquiries email: TBC Phone: TBC
...simply not reaching the intended recipients. I received an initial verification on all three but my Dmarc reports are coming back as failed. I am a novice and realize I need help with this. Key Requirements: - Expertise in email deliverability: I need a professional who can accurately diagnose and rectify the problem. - Gmail/Outlook Knowledge: Familiarity with Outlook/Gmail interface and settings is helpful as it's used when sending from outside our CRM. Familiarity with Zoho CRM a plus but not required. Ideal Skills and Experience: - Proven track record in successfully improving email deliverability. - In-depth understanding of SPF, DKIM, DMARC implementation. - Specific experience with deliverability issues when sending from Gmail and outlook. - Strong trou...
I'm seeking a professional to design...to design and develop an Android app that will serve as a voting system similar to those used in congress. The app will be integrated with a web-based database to store voting information. Here's what I need: - App Platform: The app should be developed specifically for Android. - User Interaction: The app should allow for voting with user registration. This means users will have to create an account before they can vote. - Database Security: The database should be secured with two-factor authentication. This is important to ensure that votes are stored securely and can't be tampered with. I'm looking for someone with experience in Android app development, database integration, and cybersecurity. Please provide an estimate...
I'm looking for an experienced web designer to develop a standard website for my 'return and earn' initiative, specifically focused on the rec...create and issue gift vouchers on the site. - Charity vouchers: Similar to gift vouchers, but specifically for donations to chosen charities. - Deposit funds in bank: A secure system that allows users to deposit their earnings from recycling into their bank accounts. Ideal skills and experience: - Proficiency in modern web design, including e-commerce features. - Experience in developing user account systems and secure transaction processes. - Understanding of environmental initiatives and recycling concepts would be a plus. Please reach out if you have relevant experience and can deliver a modern, user-friendly web design...
I am currently facing a crucial issue where I am unable to send emails through Mailbaby. Every time I attempt to send an email, I receive a "General send failure" error message. This problem is not restricted to specific recipients; I am experiencing it with all. Ideally, I am looking for a fre...recipients; I am experiencing it with all. Ideally, I am looking for a freelancer with: - Precise knowledge and experience dealing with Mailbaby - Troubleshooting skills pertaining to email platforms - A good understanding of error messages and server responses Your task will involve diagnosing the issue and implementing a swift and effective solution to restore the email functionality of my Mailbaby account. Any recommendations for avoiding such problems in the future would ...
...executing trades quickly ("sniping") and duplicating the trading strategies of successful traders on the Solana blockchain. Project Objectives: Development of a Telegram Bot: Create a user-friendly Telegram bot that allows users to execute and manage trades on the Solana blockchain. Design a set of Telegram bot commands that let users engage in trading, monitor market trends, and adjust their settings conveniently. Integration with the Solana Blockchain: Connect the bot with the Solana blockchain to monitor, execute, and manage trades efficiently. Implement sniping functionality to identify and act on profitable trading opportunities swiftly. Equip the bot with the ability to mimic the trades of proven successful traders on the network. Security and Legal Compliance...
...directional cues – to help visitors navigate their way through the complex The ideal candidate for this project should possess: - A strong portfolio of classic, elegant design work - Expertise in wayfinder signage and/or information design - Proficiency in creating clear, readable typography - A good understanding of user experience and visitor navigation - Knowledge of signage design in commercial settings is a plus As the primary purpose of these designs is to assist visitors in navigating the complex, clarity and ease of understanding are of utmost importance. The design should be timeless and classic, while also being practical and user-friendly....
