I’m a little short on time today so this week’s edition of Wednesday Links is going to be a little brief.

Why You Shouldn’t Pay Any SEO You Can Afford at MicroISV on a Shoestring

MicroISV on a Shoestring is one of my favorite software developer blogs although, as of late, it’s been more about using SEO tactics to promote a website and product. His latest post called “Why You Shouldn’t Pay Any SEO You Can Afford” is worth a read. It’s a bit on the long side though so set aside some time to take it all in.

Coda Developer Videos from Panic

I’m big on using Coda for all of my web development and there are a lot of tips and tricks available at Panic’s new Coda Developer site. These videos are worth checking out even if you don’t own a copy of Coda right now. They might just push you over the edge.

The Untold Story: How the iPhone Blew Up the Wireless Industry at Wired

This article at Wired is probably one of the best looks at the behind-the-scenes events that helped shape the new Apple iPhone. It’s interesting to see how Steve Jobs’ vision came to be.

CSS Gradient Text Effect at Web Designer Wall

Everyone loves a good CSS tutorial, right? Check out this awesome walkthrough for adding a gradient effect to your web site’s text using CSS and a simple PNG image.