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Twitter/X Is Doing Its Best to Chase Away Web Designers

Twitter/X Is Doing Its Best to Chase Away Web Designers

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Web Design

I’ve stuck with Twitter – even through the awkward rebrand. But what about the many niche web design communities? Will they survive?

How Social Media Uncertainty Reinforces the Importance of Websites

How Social Media Uncertainty Reinforces the Importance of Websites

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Web Design

In the early days of Facebook, I recall having a few conversations with people who wondered if the platform may one day serve as a website replacement. Facebook Pages, after…

15+ Free Procreate Color Schemes & Swatches for Digital Artists

15+ Free Procreate Color Schemes & Swatches for Digital Artists

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Digital Art

Collections of free palettes designed to inspire and simplify the process of selecting colors for your digital artwork in Procreate. Download them all!

The Grumpy Designer’s 2023 Preview

The Grumpy Designer’s 2023 Preview

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Web Design

As with years past, my focus will be on things that matter to web designers. It’s all about the notable tools, people, and technology that keep our industry interesting.

After Internet Explorer, Who Will Be the Web’s Next Nemesis?

After Internet Explorer, Who Will Be the Web’s Next Nemesis?

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Web Design

While no longer having to support IE is a reason to celebrate, what will we do without our favorite nemesis? Who or what could replace it?

How to Ensure that the Grumpy Designer Never Buys Your Product

How to Ensure that the Grumpy Designer Never Buys Your Product

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Web Design / WordPress

If you’re looking to win this grumpy designer over, you’d better avoid these shady sales tactics and practices.

What to Know Before Using Social Media APIs on Your Website

What to Know Before Using Social Media APIs on Your Website

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Web Design

Tapping into a social media API shouldn’t be taken lightly. There are some risks involved and scenarios where it’s overkill.

The Grumpy Designer’s 2022 Preview

The Grumpy Designer’s 2022 Preview

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Freelance Design / Web Design

These aren’t the play-it-safe web design predictions you’ll see elsewhere. They are the boldest of the boldest predictions for 2022.

How to Navigate Harsh Judgements and Self-Worth in Web Design

How to Navigate Harsh Judgements and Self-Worth in Web Design

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Freelance Design / Web Design

How can we deal with all of the noise in the web design community without taking it personally? Here’s some advice for tuning out the darkest parts.

How to Find the Real Value of Social Media for Web Designers

How to Find the Real Value of Social Media for Web Designers

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Freelance Design

A few years ago, social media was the apple of every marketer’s eye. It was supposed to boost our businesses and provide a whole new level of engagement with potential…

Social Mail: How To Use Email Marketing To Build You Social Following

Social Mail: How To Use Email Marketing To Build You Social Following

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Marketing

In modern day digital marketing, utilizing one or two communication channels won’t cut it anymore. You’ll need to make the different channels you’re in work together for you. So while…

Which Social Media Platform is The Best for Your Brand?

Which Social Media Platform is The Best for Your Brand?

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Marketing
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