Is Thinking Outside the Box Still Possible in a Cancel Culture World?
In today’s world, where political correctness, cancel culture, and instant online feedback shape every conversation, one thing is clear: the…
10 Ways to Pretend You’re Not Just Copying Other Designers
As designers, we’re all guilty of it at some point… You’ve found that one perfect layout, that one stunning design…
Designers Are Being Exploited—Here’s How We’re Getting Screwed (And How To Fight Back)
If you’re a designer, you’ve probably felt it by now: the creeping, soul-crushing pressure of platforms like Fiverr, Upwork, and…
Ads vs. Paywalls: The Ongoing Tug-of-War for Website Money
Let’s face it: the internet is a chaotic place. You can find everything from cat videos to thought-provoking think pieces—sometimes…
Apple Releases New “Exhausted” Emoji – It’s All of Us, Always!
Apple just dropped a brand-new emoji in iOS 18.4 and—brace yourself—it’s a yellow face that looks like it hasn’t slept…
Do Ugly Websites Sell Better? A Contrarian Look at Web Design and Conversion Rates
When you think of high-converting websites, what comes to mind? Clean, minimal designs, aesthetically pleasing color palettes, and a well-thought-out…
The Death of Coding Jobs: How AI, No-Code, and Corporate Greed Are Killing the Industry
For the last two decades, the promise of a lucrative career in coding has been drilled into our heads. “Learn…
Zeroheight Releases Its Design Systems Report 2025
Zeroheight’s Design Systems Report 2025 is out, and let’s just say it’s a wild ride through the world of design…
The Death of Google Search: Is the Search Engine on Its Last Legs?
In the world of digital marketing and web development, few institutions have been as influential as Google Search. For years,…
Digg.com is Back: The Reboot We Didn’t Know We Needed
Digg, the iconic social and link-sharing platform that once held the title of “the homepage of the internet,” is making…
The Worst Branding Blunder: Meta’s Messenger Logo U-Turn
In a move that’s left the internet shaking its head, Meta has swapped its bold, colorful Facebook Messenger logo back…
The Figma Dilemma: Too Many Cooks, Too Few Decisions
You know what? Collaboration’s overrated. There, I said it. “Teamwork makes the dream work” is just something people say when…
Design Handoff Pitfalls: Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
When it comes to web design, the handoff process is where the magic (or more often, the chaos) happens. For…
Pixel Pressure: The Real Stress Behind Being a Freelance Web Designer
Let’s get real for a second: web design isn’t all sleek mockups and creative glory. Sure, the job can look…
Why Customers Hate Chatbots (And Why You Should Too)
For years, chatbots have been paraded as the future of customer service. Businesses embraced them with open arms, wooed by…
When DEI Fails: Is Diversity Just a Marketing Gimmick?
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is everywhere. From corporate mission statements to ad campaigns, it’s the rallying cry of modern…
Web Designer Salaries Around the World: A Comprehensive Guide
Salaries for web designers vary significantly across the globe, influenced by geographic location, experience, and the local cost of living….
10 New Year’s Resolutions Every Web Designer Will Definitely Break
It’s New Year and that special time when we vow to become better versions of ourselves—only to realize by January…