Psychologists studying the functioning of the human brain found out a long time ago that it has a tendency to take shortcuts and simplify tasks. By nature, our brain just doesn’t want to fatigue itself. This is especially true today when many of us experience cognitive overload. A brain overwhelmed with too much information it can’t process effectively tries to find a way to make things easier. The result? Cognitive biases.
We’ll take a look at some of the jobs that web developers need to do and the experience of doing them. These jobs tend to be somewhat complex tasks involving many steps and plenty that can go wrong. This is both a challenge and an opportunity to make good tools. Done poorly, developers are losing time, getting frustrated, and potentially making worse products. Done well, great tools make developers faster,…
From the big names like Netflix, HelloFresh, and Amazon Prime to the more niche ones, like car features unlocked by a monthly fee or olive oil delivered to your door — companies are leaning into subscriptions over single purchases, and it’s easy to see why. The model provides predictable revenue, fosters loyalty, and builds long-term relationships — all driving profitability.
It’s easy to default to what you know. When it comes to toggling content, that might be reaching for display: none or opacity: 0 with some JavaScript sprinkled in.
User scenarios are a key part of UX design, helping you map out how users interact with your product and guiding decisions to improve usability.
This innovative tool allows you to create beautiful animated 3D gradients that can be used for hero backgrounds or other design elements on your site. It’s incredibly easy to use and gives you endless creative possibilities
AI code generators empower freelance developers to boost income by automating tasks, increasing efficiency, and improving code quality. This allows for taking on more projects and focusing on higher-value work, leading to greater earning potential.
November has been a big month for connecting with Substance 3D users, live at LightBox Expo and online with the conclusion of the Meet Mat 4 contest, which celebrates the imaginative artistry of texturing. We’ve also launched new Parametric Filters in Adobe Photoshop (Beta), enabling designers to apply procedural effects to images using Substance 3D technology. And we’re showcasing how Substance helped bring the digital and physical design in the BVLGARI Aluminium…
Creating effective designs for tech-savvy audiences, such as data scientists and software engineers, requires a careful balance between visual clarity, functionality, and creativity. While the complexity of the product must be communicated clearly, the interface also needs to feel intuitive and engaging. Success in such projects doesn’t just come from creativity; it’s rooted in strategic collaboration.
Have you ever found yourself hooked on an app or website, wondering what keeps you coming back? Chances are, gamification—the art of incorporating game-like elements into non-game contexts—is playing a significant role. Whether it’s earning badges on a learning platform, competing on leaderboards in a fitness app, or unlocking rewards while shopping online, gamification strategies are subtly enhancing our digital experiences. Let’s dive into how you can harness these strategies…
