But despite the universality of URLs, we often forget that they're not just a handy way to address network resources. They're also valuable communication tools.

Google is making a huge investment in developing the Ajax approach.

Building technical systems involves a lot of hard work and specialized knowledge: languages and protocols, coding and debugging, testing and refactoring.

At Adaptive Path, we've been doing our own work with Ajax over the last several months, and we're realizing we've only scratched the surface of the rich interaction and responsiveness that Ajax applications can provide.

But the best teams I've encountered have one important thing in common: their team structure and processes cover a full range of distinct competencies necessary for success.

Effective communication is a key factor in the success of your product.

Giving something your time isn't the same as giving it your attention.