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As an instrument for enriching user experience in website design, infographics have come into our life pretty much recently. But that’s not the first time that developers used stats in personal portfolios or corporate websites to win over visitors with …
Physics explains things around us. Whether it is a natural phenomenon or a device created by humankind, physics is the theory behind why it works. Despite being one of the oldest fundamental science disciplines, it is something that not everyone …
This year has been rich in web design and user experience trends. There have been animations of different kinds, experimentation with layouts, several delightful comebacks and extravagant mainstream concepts. Maybe surprisingly, typography has been in the spotlight. How you present …
Thanks to website builders, almost anyone can create a low- or no-cost website. They bridge the gap between regular users and the internet, making them a part of the web community. They can be lifesavers for those who want to …
Last year we saw a passion for using plain geometric shapes in interfaces: rectangles, triangles, lines and circles. They were everywhere: in hero areas, footers, main sections. More recently, circles have captured our attention; though not in its habitual flat …
First, brutal designs then, gradients and now there is another trend from the past that excites creatives. Geometric patterns are becoming a go-to design element. To start, let’s take a look at Trump’s Xmas Meltdown to refresh our memory on …
WordPress is expanding its sphere of influence annually. It powers almost 27 percent of all websites. Its popularity is not something far-fetched or created out of thin air; it is richly deserved. The CMS by Matt Mullenweg and Mike Little …
Many of Japan’s distinctive features can also be found in websites from that country, including unique vision, a high-tech vibe and a fondness for nature. These details are the root of the philosophy of Japanese website design. We’ve collected 10 …
The slide out menu came to life right with as a popular option for mobile applications. Not only was it a nifty solution to gracefully flow the main menu into the small interface, but it was the only valid, rational …
The wrapping sells. Behind any success stands a well-thought-out presentation. Minimalistic or overwhelming packaging, if it is done right it hits the targeted audience. The web design sphere is no exception. A decade ago no one was bothering with marketing …
Videos, images, illustrations, minimalistic canvases, WebGL-powered animations, panoramas and 3D scenes are popular choices for creating memorable hero sections. While the first four are standard methods that are getting a bit old, the last three are modern solutions that ooze …
Resume design matters. If you want to stand out from the competition, you need to take it seriously. It is not just a sheet of paper with your knowledge, skills and experience. It is a real presentation tool that should …
Many things make a good developer: education, experience, natural talent and persistence to name a few. However, there is one crucial thing that many developers usually overlook – cultural patterns. While at the beginning of a journey it seems to …
To be a good developer means not only produce good products but also to stay on top of changes in the field. Keeping up with the ever-changing world is a key to success. But, it does not mean that you …
Cryptocurrency, blockchain, ICO. Do these words sound familiar to you? If so, then you probably have some crypto cash in a digital wallet. It is safe to say that despite all the recent falls and bans, cryptocurrency is still popular. …
They are less powerful in terms of driving conversion, they are less attractive in comparison to its solid shapes, their effectiveness primarily depends on contrast and surroundings – there are so many cons that it seems that ghost buttons should …
A picture is worth a thousand words. We all know that an image can be very descriptive, but, like it or not, we can’t design without text. Only with words, can we be sure that readers get the exact message. …
There is no point in telling you why tools for web developers are a good thing, since everyone is aware of the advantages. In terms of dealing with mundane tasks, they are indispensable. Of course, not all instruments are of …
The modern and frantic pace of life encourages us to come up with the ways of fulfilling tasks briskly to keep up. Rapid wireframing is a product of our acclimatization. Maybe in the beginning, this seemed like cheating yet now …
There are certain things in user interfaces that are eternal. Whatever the trend is — skeuomorphic, minimal, flat — designers will adapt to the current situation. One of the integral bricks of any good design is icons. As a clear …
Images and videos are the most popular options when it comes to enhancing website homepages. But are they the only techniques that form strong first impressions and make websites stand out? No one can argue with the fact that these …
Color is a traditional design tool. Can you imagine a website without color? Despite its significance and importance in an era of animation, WebGL experiments and VR, it obediently stays in the shadow most of the time. Pantone picks a …
From left to right (or for such languages as Arabic or Persian from right to left), from top to bottom that is our accustomed path of exploring things in the books, documents, websites, advertisements, pamphlets, etc. In general, horizontal orientation …
For a long time, web interfaces were the places where balance, proportion and symmetry were considered to be the signs of good taste and attributes of great design. Everyone was struggling to achieve complete harmony and equilibrium of details. But …