Cool and inspiring code demos we’ve featured in our newsletter over the past few weeks. https://webdesignernews.com/creative-fun-coding-experiments/
CSS variables, often referred to as custom properties, offer a centralized way to manage values in your stylesheets. By using the var() function, you can insert these variable values directly into your CSS, making it more streamlined and manageable. Whether you’re applying global or local scope, CSS variables enhance readability and maintainability across your projects. https://webdesignernews.com/understanding-css-variables/
AI tools are software applications powered by machine learning algorithms that automate tasks, analyze data, and simulate human-like thinking. For designers and developers, AI tools have become essential for streamlining workflows, enhancing creativity, and delivering personalized user experiences. https://webdesignernews.com/15-ai-tools-for-designers-in-2024/
Go behind the scenes with Björn Ottosson, the Swedish engineer who created Oklab color space, and discover how he developed a simple yet effective model with good hue uniformity while also handling lightness and saturation well — and is “okay” to use https://webdesignernews.com/interview-with-bjorn-ottosson-creator-of-the-oklab-color-space/
Creativity has been described as transcending traditional ways of thinking — and for the next generation of digital artists and innovators, that definition is taking on new dimensions armed with generative AI. https://webdesignernews.com/meet-the-next-generation-creators-using-technology-in-unprecedented-ways/
When starting to use a new CSS feature it’s important to understand its impact on the performance of your websites, whether positive or negative. With @property now in Baseline this post explores its performance impact, and things you can do to help prevent negative impact. https://webdesignernews.com/benchmarking-the-performance-of-css-property/
Hey everyone 👋, this week I dive into design system primitive components. They are extremely beneficial to help adopters of your system rapidly iterate experiences using design tokens. Excited to chat about this topic and would love to hear what you all think of it. https://webdesignernews.com/design-system-primitives/
Whether you’re a freelance designer, illustrator, or an aspiring art director, navigating your career alone can be daunting. A mentor provides guidance, support, and insights that can help accelerate both your professional and personal growth. https://webdesignernews.com/why-every-creative-needs-a-mentor/