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Web Design

You will find articles, tutorials, and resources covering all areas of web design. Topics include CSS, HTML, Javascript & jQuery, responsive techniques, mobile-first resources, UI templates, HTML templates, web frameworks, and so much more.

Advice for Beginners That Are Starting in Web Design

Advice for Beginners That Are Starting in Web Design

Whether you are looking for a professional career or to pick up a new hobby, we will help to guide you towards becoming a web designer.

10+ Examples of the Parallax Scrolling in Web Design for Inspiration & Ideas

10+ Examples of the Parallax Scrolling in Web Design for Inspiration & Ideas

There is no better medium for telling a story on the web than using the parallax scrolling effect. Check out these inspiring examples.

What My Old Design Projects Have Taught Me

What My Old Design Projects Have Taught Me

I’ve felt embarrassed when looking through my old projects. But time brings perspective. Eventually, you start to see things in a different light.

How to Become a Greener Freelancer

How to Become a Greener Freelancer

Tips for freelancers on adopting eco-friendly practices, contributing to a greener and more sustainable industry.

The Good & Bad of Stock Photography

The Good & Bad of Stock Photography

We look at the impact stock photography has had on web design, covering both the good and the bad. Plus, tips for finding the best images.

8 Microinteractions to Help Improve User Experience

8 Microinteractions to Help Improve User Experience

Learn about eight microinteractions that can significantly improve the user experience on your website.

How Old-School Technologies Still Shape Web Development

How Old-School Technologies Still Shape Web Development

Many old-school technologies have evolved. Others have faded into the background. But we still rely on them. Perhaps more than we think.

How Writing Can Help Your Web Design Career

How Writing Can Help Your Web Design Career

I’ll fill you in on what writing has meant to me as a web designer. Along the way, I’ll share some tips for making the most out of the experience.

Common Misconceptions About Web Design & Development

Common Misconceptions About Web Design & Development

Businesses are more and more becoming more dependent on an online presence, so the pressure to have a successful website is very high. However, some entrepreneurs have misguided notions about…

Designers, Are You Selling Clients What They Want?

Designers, Are You Selling Clients What They Want?

Imagine this: You’re in the process of building a new website, so you need to write copy for the new homepage. It needs to be compelling, and it also needs…

How Empathy & Personalized Interfaces Can Help Improve UX

How Empathy & Personalized Interfaces Can Help Improve UX

Personalization and intuitiveness are integral parts of modern web design and are vital to crafting amazing user experiences.

Staying in Touch with What Users Want

Staying in Touch with What Users Want

Strategies for staying in tune with user desires and expectations to deliver relevant and satisfying experiences.

The Pros & Cons of Long-Scrolling in Web Design

The Pros & Cons of Long-Scrolling in Web Design

Understand the benefits and challenges of long-scrolling web design and how it impacts user behavior.

How to Use Whitespace in Web Design

How to Use Whitespace in Web Design

Creative removal of whitespace is at the very core of what we do in web design but it can be one of the more challenging aspects of design.

Learning to Appreciate Great Content

Learning to Appreciate Great Content

How can we learn to appreciate great content? How do we support those who create it? Here are a few ideas we would like to share.

Has Web Design Become Too Complex for Freelancers?

Has Web Design Become Too Complex for Freelancers?

Building websites is no longer straightforward. We analyze the increased complexity of web design for freelancers and its impact on their work.

Keeping Barriers Low for Clients Who Update Their Website

Keeping Barriers Low for Clients Who Update Their Website

Learn how to keep website update barriers low for clients while improving client relationships and website maintenance processes.

20 College & University Websites for Design Inspiration & Ideas

20 College & University Websites for Design Inspiration & Ideas