If you’re a designer at heart, you might get nostalgic for the “old days.” It was that period in the early 2000s when web design was unique, eccentric, sometimes weird, and often outlandishly creative. Those were simpler times, when things seemed a little less unruly – well, maybe with the exception of Adobe Flash – and desktops and laptops were the only stages to play on. There... Read More →
In the wake of Gartner’s 2021 Magic Quadrant for Digital Experience Platforms, one thing is abundantly clear: the growth of DXP is undeniable. This shouldn’t come as a shock. Gartner sunset their Web Content Management MQ in 2020, reflecting market demand for platforms that enhance customer engagement across a widening range of digital channels and devices. But hang on – that’s not... Read More →
If you asked today’s web designers which wireframing or prototyping tool is best, you’re likely to get a few different answers. Well, maybe more than a few. As you might have guessed, there are plenty of choices out there: free tools, SaaS apps, and even some that aren’t purpose-built for the job (think PowerPoint). With so many options to choose from, it may prove challenging to find a... Read More →
Hackers love websites. Maybe that's overstating the obvious, but in today's hyperconnected digital world, it can't be understated. According to McAfee, hackers produce 300,000 new pieces of malware daily – and on average, 30,000 new websites are hacked every single day. The fact is, websites are easy targets. Not only are they abundant, but they're frequently built using open source... Read More →
“To code, or not to code, that is the question…” Indeed. And Shakespeare would have loved the drama that followed. This fiery debate around code versus no-code web design has led to some pretty heated arguments. Here’s a snarky Tweet from Jeffery Zeldman, a heavyweight design influencer, from way back in 2009: And another scathing transmission from Elliot Jay Stocks: That one... Read More →
