The Problem With WordPress Is Positioning, Not Plugins — Smashing Magazine
Geoff explores a divide between WordPress.org and WordPress.com, shedding light on the blurred lines between open-source…
WaterBear: Building A Free Platform For Impactful Documentaries (Part 2) — Smashing Magazine
In this second article of a two-part series, Adrian shares insights about building WaterBear — his…
Here’s What It Was like to Build a Website in the 90s
I’m still fascinated by all aspects of the 1990s. Coming of age during the decade is…
Dancing Leaves And Spooky Fellows (October 2023 Wallpapers Edition) — Smashing Magazine
How about a little inspiration boost? Well, we might have something for you: desktop wallpapers created…
Re-Creating The Pop-Out Hover Effect With Modern CSS (Part 1) — Smashing Magazine
This article is all about experimenting with modern CSS features. If you are wondering what the…
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A (More) Modern CSS Reset – Here’s a CSS reset that considers current browsers. Read moreThere’s…
Exploring Enhanced Patterns In WordPress 6.3 — Smashing Magazine
Reusable blocks and block patterns are two powerful WordPress editing features that came with the transition…
The Difference Between Cheap & Budget Clients
Web designers don’t always have the luxury of working on big projects. We usually start small….
50+ Best Branding Identity Mockup Templates in 2023
Branding isn’t just what you do. It’s also how you present yourself. So when you’re creating…
Getting Started With Neon Branching — Smashing Magazine
Branches are a really nice (and safe) way to configure or reconfigure your database without fear…
Smashing Podcast Episode 65 With Alex Older: How Do You Run A Grassroots Conference? — Smashing Magazine
We’re talking about running grassroots conferences and meet-ups. What does it take to organize a small…
Is the ‘Fast & Cheap’ Website Still Realistic?
Freelance web designers exist to serve clients. We build and maintain websites for a variety of…
WaterBear: Building A Free Platform For Impactful Documentaries (Part 1) — Smashing Magazine
Adrian’s kicking off a two-part series, sharing his journey as a lead developer. Join him as…
8 Essential Free & Premium WordPress Plugins for 2023
WordPress is a content management system built so that anyone from small business owners to professional…
20+ Best Free Lightroom Mobile Presets for Stunning Photo Effects
In the fast-paced world of mobile photography, capturing the perfect shot on your smartphone has become…
Weekly News for Designers № 713
Shader Gradient – Use this free tool to create beautiful, moving gradients. Available for Figma, Framer,…
The Path To Awesome CSS Easing With The linear() Function — Smashing Magazine
With the new CSS linear() easing function on the horizon, the possibilities of what we can…
What My Old Design Projects Have Taught Me
What do you see when reviewing your portfolio? Maybe it brings back memories of a challenge…
Facilitating Inclusive Online Workshops (Part 2) — Smashing Magazine
Running a workshop can be an effective alternative to traditional, long-standing meetings. However, if workshops aren’t…
Do All of the Projects in Your Portfolio Look the Same? That’s OK.
All creative professionals can benefit from having an online portfolio. They’re great for attracting new clients….
How Smashing Magazine Uses TinaCMS To Manage An Editorial Workflow
In 2019, Smashing Magazine adopted a static site architecture, resulting in a 6× improvement in page…