Category: Design
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25 Free Website Testing Resources Every Web Developer Should Know
Modern web development extends far beyond writing functional code. Developers must ensure their websites are secure, accessible, fast, and compliant with modern search and usability standards. Fortunately, there are many powerful free tools available that help identify issues, validate markup, test accessibility, analyze performance, and improve overall site quality. Below is a curated list of…
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How to add selectable font sizes in older WordPress block themes
For classic WordPress themes that do not use a theme.json file, the most effective way to add selectable font sizes to the editor is by using the functions.php file and a custom editor stylesheet or by using a plugin like Advanced Editor Tools. Method 1: Using Code (functions.php and CSS) This method involves adding custom…
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A clean and efficient workflow for creating WordPress websites
Here’s a typical, real-world workflow for building a new WordPress website, showing how a designer/developer and a content team work together. 1. Discovery & Strategy (Everyone involved) Goals Key Activities Outputs Common failure: Design starts before content structure is agreed on. 2. Content Planning (Content Team leads) Goals Key Activities Outputs Developer involvement 3. Wireframes…
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How to avoid Common Pitfalls of Art Direction
Being an art director is an exciting and dynamic role that requires both creative vision and strong leadership. However, even the most talented art directors can fall into certain traps that hinder both the team and the creative process. By being aware of these common pitfalls, you can foster a more productive, inspired, and collaborative…
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What is “mobile first design” and how does it help facilitate efficient web projects?
Mobile-first design is a web design strategy that prioritizes designing for mobile devices before scaling up to larger screens like tablets and desktops. It follows a progressive enhancement approach, meaning that the core functionality and content are built for the smallest screen first, and then additional features and layout enhancements are added as the screen…
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Why you should look at alternatives to image sliders for your website’s hero area.
In the realm of web design, trends come and go, but some seem to linger longer than they should. One such trend is the use of image sliders as the hero section of a website. You know the ones – those large banners at the top of a homepage that cycle through different images or…