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The importance of UX design

UX design stands for usability design. Usability is one of the most important factors for any website and, all else being equal, if a visitor finds your competitor’s site easier to use, they will prefer using it over yours. Slow loading times, confusing navigation, unusual design elements and badly planned content can all affect the usability of your site. Here is a guide to UX design and why it is so important. What UX (user experience) designers do UX designers essentially ensure that a site makes sense to the users. They do this through testing its ease of use and …

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7 Mistakes Designers Should Avoid Making

The only way a designer can truly grow is through trial and error. I’ve made a lot of mistakes throughout my career, but it’s the failures and mistakes that led to my current success. Having learnt from my blunders, I want to educate my fellow designers. That said, here is a list of 7 mistakes designers should avoid making. The mistakes on this list has helped me grow and I hope they will help you too. #7: Didn’t attend networking events Some believe networking events are a waste of time. This couldn’t be any more false. Attending networking events will …

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Overwhelming and Stylish Mac Workspace Setup

Having a very relaxing and amusing place to work in is an obvious indirect request from anyone who works in front of their computer all day. The workplace is always a very crucial factor whether a person can attain or exceed their desired production, especially if you are a Mac lover. It is always given that Mac is the sexiest of all. No other things can match its consistency, design and style. But even its stylish feature could be enough to inspire other people; you should always remember that the place you work is a big deal. If you are …

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6 Ways to Land your First Graphics Design Client

As a newbie in the graphics design business you probably already know that your business is going to be rather worthless without any sort of clients. If you’re just starting out, here are some ways that you can consider in order to land that first design client that will start your freelance business: Set up a portfolio of your best work The most important asset of a graphic designer or any freelancer is the portfolio. It is a sample of what you can do and what the client can expect from you. It identifies you as what kind of graphics …

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