[unable to retrieve full-text content] Many times I’ve been asked by friends, mentees and design students: “What should I ask on the first kickoff meeting with my client?”. In this article, I will note all the questions that have made my design projects successful over the last few years, and hopefully, it will serve you… Continue reading Starting your project on the right foot
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How to deal with designers in 10 easy steps
[unable to retrieve full-text content] This is is a satire. Did you just hire a couple of designers, thinking they would sit quietly and create some visuals? I have bad news for you. They are already thinking about changing things, while blabbing about people, ethics, experiences, and a guy named Norman. Soon enough, they will audit… Continue reading How to deal with designers in 10 easy steps
How to Use Variable Fonts on the Web
Are you wondering, “What are variable fonts?” Variable fonts were developed as the joint effort of the four biggest tech companies involved in type design—Apple, Google, Microsoft, and Adobe. Download this and all the best variable fonts from Envato Elements As the name suggests, variable fonts allow designers to derive an unlimited number of font… Continue reading How to Use Variable Fonts on the Web
4 Strategies to Boost Your Website’s Conversion Rates
Picture this scenario. The top end of your marketing funnel is starting to run like a well-oiled machine. Each month, more and more visitors are streaming to your site via your increasingly effective email campaigns, Facebook ads, and content marketing strategy. Much to your consternation, though, this increase in traffic doesn’t translate to a proportionate… Continue reading 4 Strategies to Boost Your Website’s Conversion Rates
25+ Best Lawyer WordPress Themes: For (2020) Law Firm & Attorney Websites
No matter which area of the law you practice, it’s imperative that you have proper online representation. You need to provide your clients with a sense of trust and credibility, and as such, creating a law firm website that conveys that impression should be at the top of your list. Not only can you show… Continue reading 25+ Best Lawyer WordPress Themes: For (2020) Law Firm & Attorney Websites
Lessons from setting up an internal research participant panel at Atlassian
[unable to retrieve full-text content] Sign up page for the Atlassian Research Group My first UX Research role was at a small digital agency, where the discipline was still new. Sales teams would frequently sell clients research, without fully budgeting in participant recruitment. Shoestring budgets meant I often had to find my participants using creative, scrappy… Continue reading Lessons from setting up an internal research participant panel at Atlassian
28 Best WordPress Themes for Corporate Websites
23 Shares Best business WordPress themes designed specifically for startup, apps and corporate websites. The themes comes with a drag and drop page builder (Elementor) to ensure you can easily design your website just how you like it. The smart Best WordPress Themes with a modern design suited for eCommerce, shop, magazine, news, blog or… Continue reading 28 Best WordPress Themes for Corporate Websites
How to Install PHP on Windows
In this article, we’re going to discuss how to install PHP on Windows. There are three different ways to install and run PHP on Windows, and we’ll look at each one. PHP is a server-side scripting language which is mostly used to build web applications—these may range from a very simple blog website to a… Continue reading How to Install PHP on Windows
How to Create, Write, Read, and Delete Files in PHP
In this tutorial, we are going to learn file handling in PHP. I’ll show you how to create, read, write, and delete files in PHP by using the built-in file handling functions. File handling is something that you will need to do very often as a PHP developer. You could use PHP file handling functions… Continue reading How to Create, Write, Read, and Delete Files in PHP
The Best (Free) Website Mockup Tools In 2020
A website mockup is also known as a wireframe. Oxford defines a wireframe as “an image or set of images which displays the functional elements of a website or page, typically used for planning a site’s structure and functionality.” For UX designer Chris Newnham, a wireframe is “a crucial phase when designing a website, app,… Continue reading The Best (Free) Website Mockup Tools In 2020
How to Update PHP in WordPress
Do you want a faster, more secure WordPress website? It’s important to keep your themes, plugins and even your WordPress software up to date, but what about PHP? WordPress runs on PHP, so upgrading to the latest version is just as important as keeping your plugins, themes and WordPress itself up to date. By switching… Continue reading How to Update PHP in WordPress
Can Design Systems Work for Freelancers?
There’s a lot riding on your shoulders as a freelance designer. You have to play the part of salesperson, project manager, web designer, accountant, and more. That’s why it’s critical to develop more efficient ways to work while maximizing results. One way that agencies and even small teams of designers do this is through design… Continue reading Can Design Systems Work for Freelancers?
How to Lint CSS Using Stylelint
Linters have been around for a good while; but if you’re new to CSS this might be the first you’ve heard about them. A CSS linter will keep your stylesheets in check and make you a better coder! What Are the Benefits of CSS Linters? As front end developers we hope that the code we… Continue reading How to Lint CSS Using Stylelint
How to Clear the WordPress Cache
Are you creating new pages, editing existing posts and generally improving your WordPress website, but those changes aren’t appearing on your actual website? Your web browser and plugins can all serve cached versions of your pages and posts, so what you’re currently seeing may not be what everyone else sees! In this article, I’ll show… Continue reading How to Clear the WordPress Cache
20 Best Android App Templates of 2020
Using app templates allows you to meet your client deadlines faster because all the programming work has been done for you. All you need is to build the app according to your clients needs. One of the many Android app templates available on CodeCanyon Top Selling Android App Templates for 2020 on CodeCanyon For a… Continue reading 20 Best Android App Templates of 2020
12 Best Android Photo App Templates
App templates are the perfect solution for inexperienced coders who want to create apps but don’t yet have the skill. And for the experienced developer pressed for time. They come with core functions already implemented for you, so you can customise the app easily and add the elements you think are most important to the… Continue reading 12 Best Android Photo App Templates
How to Add Plugins to WordPress
So you’ve just created your first WordPress website—now what? One of the best things about the WordPress platform is that you have access to thousands of free and premium plugins. Plugins allow you to enhance any out-of-the-box WordPress website with a wide range of advanced, powerful, and even niche features. With the right plugin, you… Continue reading How to Add Plugins to WordPress
How to Add Plugins to WordPress
So you’ve just created your first WordPress website—now what? One of the best things about the WordPress platform is that you have access to thousands of free and premium plugins. Plugins allow you to enhance any out-of-the-box WordPress website with a wide range of advanced, powerful, and even niche features. With the right plugin, you… Continue reading How to Add Plugins to WordPress
23+ Best HTML Resume Templates to Make Personal Profile CV Websites (2019)
A personal website is one of the greatest assets you can have in 2019. A personal resume website puts you in complete control over your name and your personal brand. It also increases your visibility and makes it easier for employers, or even clients, to find you online. Example of professional resume (CV) website design… Continue reading 23+ Best HTML Resume Templates to Make Personal Profile CV Websites (2019)
Create Branded WooCommerce Emails With an Email Customizer Plugin
If you have ever placed an order online, then you have probably received a transactional email. Transactional emails are emails that are sent to you and your customers after a transaction has occurred on your website. These transactional emails are not to be confused with promotional emails that are sent to a list of recipients… Continue reading Create Branded WooCommerce Emails With an Email Customizer Plugin
26 Best InDesign Calendar Templates (New for 2020)
What You’ll Be Creating What do you have in store for 2020? Create a productive year with these InDesign calendar templates. 26 Best InDesign Calendar Templates (New for 2020) Add a little creativity and efficiency to your life with a stunning InDesign calendar template. Not only are they great for decor overall, but they also… Continue reading 26 Best InDesign Calendar Templates (New for 2020)
14 Best PHP Event Calendar and Booking Scripts
There are several reasons PHP calendar, booking and events scripts might be a great addition to your website. If you’re a service provider, then it makes sense to have an appointment booking system on your site that allows potential customers to see your availability and select an appointment time and date that is best for… Continue reading 14 Best PHP Event Calendar and Booking Scripts
How to Create a Web Booking Form With the Smart Forms Script
Booking forms can serve a lot of purposes on a website. You can use them to allow your visitors to book a hotel room or tickets to a popular event. They can also be used for other things like booking appointments with clients. They are a great way for people to simply give you all… Continue reading How to Create a Web Booking Form With the Smart Forms Script
20 Best Construction Company WordPress Themes for Building Websites
If you want to land more clients for your construction company, you need a website that can showcase the range of services you offer and convince potential clients that you have the skills and know-how to deliver on their expectations. One of the easiest ways to create a beautiful website is to use WordPress. More… Continue reading 20 Best Construction Company WordPress Themes for Building Websites