Design

Not so long ago, web design was a brand-new industry. As such, there weren’t many opportunities to get a formal education on its fundamentals. Thus, the most direct path to becoming a professional was to teach yourself the necessary skills. That’s how my career started. I studied the source code of different websites and figured […]

In a competitive job market like the creative industry, it’s important to make your resume stand out from the crowd. One way to achieve this is through an eye-catching design that showcases your skills and work experience in a creative and professional way. Potential employers are busy people, after all. They have the time-consuming task

Can web design still be considered a “new” industry? Sure, it hasn’t been around for as long as tech stalwarts like software development or graphic design. But it’s no longer an emerging career opportunity, either. The industry has matured. And the job description has evolved as well. Web designers are expected to know much more

Certain skills are essential for web designers. First, you need an eye for good design, an understanding of the concepts involved, and the ability to use related tools. Beyond that, a working knowledge of code (CSS, JavaScript, PHP, etc.) will help you put your ideas into action. We often focus on these areas – and

I’ll admit it: I have an ego. I like to be praised when I do something well (and maybe even when I didn’t do so well). I’m quite certain that I’m not alone, however. It’s probably a safe bet that most of us have an ego – even if we don’t necessarily show outward signs

A website doesn’t stay relevant forever. Design trends change along with functionality needs. As such, a redesign is a healthy part of a site’s life cycle. The opportunity is about more than putting a fresh coat of paint on an old website, though. It’s also a chance to assess both success and strategy. Stakeholders can

In the initial stages of a project, when your ideas aren’t fully formed, it’s good practice to wireframe the layout of your mobile app or web design project by stripping away all design elements and flourishes to help define and better communicate the information hierarchy of the layout and plan for functionality and user flow.

One of the great aspects of the web is that it’s always there. Want to buy a pair of socks at 2 AM? Searching for the title of a song you haven’t heard in years? It’s all there, all the time. Indeed, if New York is the city that never sleeps, the web is the

Seamless and tileable patterns are a great way to enhance your projects. They add extra depth and richness to your designs, so having them in your library is a sensible choice. You can use them in both your web and print projects. For example, a seamless pattern is a great way to create an attractive