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2 weeks ago | smashingmagazine.com | Joas Pambou

11 min readAnimation,Python,ToolsShare on Twitter, LinkedInAnimation makes things clearer, especially for designers and front-end developers working on UI, prototypes, or interactive visuals. Manim is a tool that lets you create smooth and dynamic animations, not just for the design field but also in math, coding, and beyond, to explain complex ideas or simply make everything a little bit more interactive.

3 weeks ago | smashingmagazine.com | Cosima Mielke

12 min readWallpapersShare on Twitter, LinkedInThe beginning of the new month is the perfect opportunity to give your desktop a makeover. If you’re looking for some beautiful and unique wallpapers to cater for a bit of inspiration this April, well, this post has got you covered. Starting the new month with a little inspiration boost — that’s the idea behind our monthly wallpapers series which has been going on for more than fourteen years already.

1 month ago | smashingmagazine.com | Vitaly Friedman

6 min readDesign,UXShare on Twitter, LinkedInUX initiatives are often seen as a disruption rather than a means to solving existing problems in an organization. In this post, we’ll explore how you can build trust for your UX work, gain support, and make a noticeable impact. Part of Smart Interface Design Patterns by yours truly. When I start any UX project, typically, there is very little confidence in the successful outcome of my UX initiatives.

1 month ago | smashingmagazine.com | Cosima Mielke

13 min readWallpapersShare on Twitter, LinkedInDo you need a little inspiration boost? Well, then our new batch of desktop wallpapers is for you. Designed by the community for the community, the wallpapers in this collection are the perfect opportunity to get your desktop ready for spring — and, who knows, maybe they’ll spark some new ideas, too. Enjoy!With the days getting noticeably longer in the northern hemisphere, the sun coming out, and the flowers blooming, March fuels us with fresh energy.

1 month ago | smashingmagazine.com | Victor Yocco |Angelica Lo Duca

23 min readUX,Design,StorytellingShare on Twitter, LinkedInEffective data storytelling isn’t a black box. By integrating UX research & psychology, you can craft more impactful and persuasive narratives. Victor Yocco and Angelica Lo Duca outline a five-step framework that provides a roadmap for creating data stories that resonate with audiences on both a cognitive and emotional level.