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Book Review: Typographic Web Design by Laura Franz
There are many books on the core concepts of typography, but many of them focus only on the printed word. Typographic Web Design takes a look at the core concepts of typography with the web in mind. Read more
Adobe Introduces Shadow, a Browser Testing Tool
Browser testing is an essential part of website development. The new Adobe Shadow lets you tether as many devices as you have to a computer and then push out the web content you want to test to all of them. Read more
5 Great Examples of Simple Web Animations
Used in moderation, animation can work in just about any web design and really bring it to life. I’ve found five great examples of animation in web design that are subtle, classy and effective. Read more
One-Page Web Designs: The New Poster?
Single-page web designs, perfect for laser focus and fast communication, have evolved into an art form all their own. See how designers are putting twists on one-page sites. Read more
Web Trends: Wood in Web Design
Though I’ve observed the trend of wood in web design for years, somehow I never grow tired of it. I think the reason is simple: We connect with wood in an organic, tangible way that takes us outside the digital world. Read more
5 Tactics for Better Web Designs
Web developer and author Patrick McNeil regularly consults with designers who ask him to critique their web projects. And he finds that most designers focus on creative expression instead of business needs. Here, Patrick offers 5 tactics to improve the success of your web designs.
