Web design is an ever-evolving field. Those of us that have been in the industry a long time (i.e., six months plus) have seen the launch of more products, the establishment of more ideas, and the promise of more growth than most industries see over a whole career. While the tools we use, the terminology… Continue reading 7 Skills You Need To Thrive As A Web Designer In 2021
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Understanding Variable Scope in PHP
Variables are an important part of any programming language. You can use them to store all kinds of information like integers, floats, strings, arrays, the contents of a file, etc. The data stored in variables can then be manipulated by adding or removing information. Using variables also allows us to create loops and perform some… Continue reading Understanding Variable Scope in PHP
15 Psychology Principles Every Designer Should Know
So, really, you’re in the business of designing websites for your clients’ audiences. But how do you ensure you get it right? You could take what your client tells you at face value, but that’s only going to scrape the surface of who their audience is. What you need to do is figure out how… Continue reading 15 Psychology Principles Every Designer Should Know
6 Ways to Optimize Your Home Orchard
If you have the luxury of owning a large piece of land in your home, it makes sense that you create a home orchard. There are many advantages to having a home orchard of your own: you will not only have a steady supply of fruits and vegetables, but you will also have a chance… Continue reading 6 Ways to Optimize Your Home Orchard
Applying white space in UI design
[unable to retrieve full-text content] 8 practical tips, with examples. Good UI design is the thoughtful application of whitespace at all scales of an interface, from component to page, micro to macro. When whitespace is used well, the result is an interface that is harmonious, legible, and, above all, effective and easy to use. 1 /… Continue reading Applying white space in UI design
The ‘what’ and ‘why’ of design debt
[unable to retrieve full-text content] The first part of the ‘Design Debt 101’ series. The ‘what’ and ‘why’ of design debt Monday afternoon. Kick-off meeting. This new project looks very promising, you may have discovered a niche no one knew about. It turns out, you need notifications. “Great! We have a notification system. It shouldn’t be an… Continue reading The ‘what’ and ‘why’ of design debt
7 Bad Tips for a Newbie Designer
3 Shares It’s funny that some people look for write-ups on examples of bad web design online instead of directly learning from articles that show the good practices. It’s the reverse approach to learning the best practices, and it is even funnier to learn that other people even ask about popular websites with bad designs.… Continue reading 7 Bad Tips for a Newbie Designer
8 Easy Ways to Improve Your Website Typography in Under 30 Minutes
Typography is one of the most important elements of any site, having a measurably large impact on brand and experience. So fundamental is it that making wholesale changes to your typography — opting for a new font, changing the measure, increasing leading — is complex and fraught with potential time-sinks. But there are some simple… Continue reading 8 Easy Ways to Improve Your Website Typography in Under 30 Minutes
Working With Tables in React, Part One
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One of the most common user interface elements for presenting your data is a table. It turns out that there are many aspects to control when working with tables, such as: defining columns and headers various cell formats (text, numbers, check boxes) resizing filtering dynamic growing styling In this two-part series, you will learn about… Continue reading Working With Tables in React, Part One
The Potential of AR in Web Design
Over the years, experts have repeatedly discussed the possible impact of mixed realities on web design. Concepts like AR and VR are expected to have the potential to change the way that we interact with websites on a fundamental level. Now that we’re in the year 2021, however, discussions about AR aren’t just observational anymore.… Continue reading The Potential of AR in Web Design
Pros and Cons of Photography and Videography in Visual Marketing
Do you remember a time when there was only text on the internet? Or when the first images popped up in their glorious blocky low resolution? It seems like a lifetime ago. Streaming services, social media, shops… Images and videos are all around the web today. It’s no wonder we see more and more… Continue reading Pros and Cons of Photography and Videography in Visual Marketing
34 Best Modern Didone Typefaces (Fonts Similar to Bodoni & Didot)
Looking for new Didone typefaces to add to your font library? In this article, we’ll look at what makes a Didone font, as well as a collection of fonts similar to Didot, fonts similar to Bodoni, and other Didone-inspired typefaces. This stylish fashion magazine design features Didone type and is available to download on Envato… Continue reading 34 Best Modern Didone Typefaces (Fonts Similar to Bodoni & Didot)
5 Ways to Boost Engagement With Animation
Animation is a fun and interesting way to bring life to a website. Used correctly, it can capture audience attention, make your website more engaging, and even improve your chances of delivering conversions for your clients. Unfortunately, like many things in the web design world, it’s also easy to get too carried away with animation.… Continue reading 5 Ways to Boost Engagement With Animation
Can product complexity be turned into an asset?
[unable to retrieve full-text content] What trading software can teach us about harnessing ‘complicated’ design. Credit: Simon Dawson (https://simondawsonphotography.com/) Those that have read my previous several articles are probably seeing this headline and wondering when exactly between now and then I had gone crazy. Please, bear with me. I think we can all agree that it has… Continue reading Can product complexity be turned into an asset?
6 Web Design Tools to Help You Work Smarter
The web designing industry is proliferating year over year, with new records and technologies being introduced daily. As a result, many platforms and tools are available that allow us to easily create websites and design elements much faster than ever before. Before a few years, web designing was a somewhat complicated process that required professionals… Continue reading 6 Web Design Tools to Help You Work Smarter
Work Your Images With This AI-Powered Photo Editor Bundle ($1 Alert!)
November 25, 2020 by Noemi Being able to work with images is essential to designers. With this AI-Powered Photo Editor Bundle, you can take things to the next level. Artificial Intelligence is making a lot of things easier and giving creators more power, and this AI-Powered Photo Editor Bundle will do just that for you.… Continue reading Work Your Images With This AI-Powered Photo Editor Bundle ($1 Alert!)
How to Use Raygun to Identify and Diagnose Web Performance Problems
Web application development is difficult. There is no other type of application that is as involved, or requires you to understand multiple languages, frameworks, and platforms, as web applications. The most basic web application is comprised of two separate applications: The server-side application to manage data. The client-side application displays that data to the user.… Continue reading How to Use Raygun to Identify and Diagnose Web Performance Problems
Game Dev STEM Bundle from SoftWeir for Only $1!
October 30, 2020 by Noemi Game developers, or aspiring game developers, we’ve got a treat for you. No tricks. The Game Dev STEM bundle is the perfect opportunity to dive into the world of video game creation without breaking your budget. Humble Bundle, together with SoftWeir, is offering $344 worth of software and resources for… Continue reading Game Dev STEM Bundle from SoftWeir for Only $1!
5 Biggest Challenges Web Design Agencies Face
With billions of internet users worldwide spending several hours online each day, the online presence of brands is now a necessary avenue for building, boosting, and maintaining positive value and attracting and interacting with customers. This has created increasing pressure for web design agencies when creating and managing websites. This pressure is multiplied by all… Continue reading 5 Biggest Challenges Web Design Agencies Face
How to Get Dark Mode Design Right
Dark themes are everywhere these days. As human beings continue to spend more of their time interacting with technology, dark themes provide a more relaxing way to engage with the digital world. More often than not, these themes are easier on the eyes, more attractive, and perfect for the dedicated user. Throughout 2020, countless leading… Continue reading How to Get Dark Mode Design Right
Make Certification Easier – AWS, Azure, Google, and Cloud Security Books for $1
October 14, 2020 by Noemi Certifications may only be paper (or 1s and 0s), but they do increase your credibility with clients and employers. Plus, you actually learn something! If you’re looking to get certified on AWS, Azure, Google, and Cloud Security, this book bundle from Wiley has got your back. Get titles like Amazon… Continue reading Make Certification Easier – AWS, Azure, Google, and Cloud Security Books for $1
Learn to Code the Fun Way by No Starch Press (Book Bundle for $1)
October 10, 2020 by Noemi This one’s for beginners who would like to learn how to code without getting overwhelmed from the get-go. Or, if you’ve already got mad coding skills and you want to share your knowledge and love with someone else, this book bundle would be a perfect gift for the holidays: Learn… Continue reading Learn to Code the Fun Way by No Starch Press (Book Bundle for $1)
A Guide to HTML & CSS Forms (No Hacks!)
Historically, HTML forms have been quite tricky — firstly, because at least a little bit of JavaScript was required, and secondly, because no amount of CSS could ever make them behave. However, this isn’t necessarily true in the case of the modern web, so let’s learn how to mark up forms using only HTML and… Continue reading A Guide to HTML & CSS Forms (No Hacks!)
Get Inspired by These Clever Social Media Ads
Let’s all admit it, the ads is one of the most important parts of a website. The addition of an advertisement in any website creates a chain of benefits. First, advertisements are helpful for consumers. It helps them make decisions regarding their purchases. Second, advertisements are helpful for the brand or product. An ad creates… Continue reading Get Inspired by These Clever Social Media Ads