A step-by-step breakdown of a wireframe and solid blend effect using Three.js render targets, along with a quick look at managing the WebGL lifecycle in Solid.js.

Finding free illustrations for Figma that don’t look like every other generic set online can be tricky. You want assets that feel fresh, match your brand, and don’t eat into your design time. This curated list uses strict criteria: modern style, SVG-first for easy edits, and licenses that won’t sting you later.

In the ever-evolving world of design, where innovation meets aesthetics, finding the perfect resources to fuel your creative journey can be a rewarding yet daunting task. As a designer myself I took the ambitious quest of trying over 100’s of design tools to unearth the true gems that are ready to stand out in 2024 in your design journey.

Before the logo, the website, or the color palette gets approved, there’s the mood board. It’s where early ideas start to take form. They’re not fully designed and not totally final, but close enough to spark conversations, shape direction, and get everyone on the same page.

As always, we’re keeping an eye on the latest tools making life easier for our fellow developers. In this post, we’ve picked some handy open-source tools made for developers like you, whether you’re working with AI, PHP, JavaScript, TypeScript, or Node.js.

Swedish design is world-renowned for its clean lines, minimalist approach, and functional beauty, and that same philosophy shines through in typography.

System design is often taught through solutions specific to particular domains, such as databases, operating systems, or computer architecture, each with its own methods and vocabulary. While this diversity is a strength, it can obscure cross-cutting principles that recur across domains. This paper proposes a preliminary taxonomy of system design principles distilled from several domains in computer systems. The goal is a shared, concise vocabulary that helps students, researchers, and…

I joined the company as the first full-time employee and, over five years, tried on multiple roles — from product design to strategic planning. I helped the product evolve from an idea to a market-ready service, went through one pivot, and gathered a lot of insights along the way. Here’s what I learned — I hope these lessons help you avoid common mistakes in your own journey.

This week, I found myself surprisingly invested in the great modal drawer debate. A perfect reminder that even the smallest UX choices spark strong feelings. In this issue, you’ll find smart takes on notifications, a neat CSS image grid trick, and a peek at design careers without the usual fluff.

Ever wondered where that bold, slab-serif “college look” comes from? It goes way back to mid‑19th century Ivy League sportswear. Harvard’s baseball team embroidered an “H” on their flannel jackets in 1865, making them the first varsity-style letter sweaters.