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Don't trust the (design) process

The faintest idea • 2 HN points • 30 Jun 24
🪑 Design Graphic design User Experience Product Design
  1. Don't rely too much on the design process. It can make you follow rules that might not lead to the best outcomes.
  2. Focusing too much on user research and processes can distract from actual design work. It's important to make something people will enjoy using.
  3. Embrace a flexible approach to design. Sometimes skipping steps or being messy can lead to better results and creativity.

New Jobs for a New Age: Job One-DALL-E Driver

Perfecting Equilibrium • 19 implied HN points • 26 Feb 23
🕹 Technology AI Content creation Video Art Graphic design
  1. New technologies like artificial intelligence are changing job landscapes, but also creating new opportunities.
  2. Prompt-based artificial intelligences like DALL-E can assist with tasks like graphic design and writing.
  3. Experimenting with different prompts and styles can help generate unique and interesting results when using AI tools.

Finalizing design and eye gazing

Splattern • 19 implied HN points • 27 Sep 23
🪑 Design Graphic design User Experience Product Design Team Collaboration
  1. Clear communication and a concise agenda improve meeting efficiency. It helps keep discussions on track and reduces confusion among team members.
  2. Maintaining calm and focus is important when facing tight deadlines. Asking the right questions and taking a moment to breathe can lead to more productive conversations.
  3. Building personal connections, like participating in eye gazing, can foster a sense of unity and support, enhancing emotional well-being.

#3 - The benefits of white space

A Good Interface • 19 implied HN points • 23 Aug 23
🪑 Design UX Graphic design User Experience
  1. White space is crucial in design, existing between elements to enhance clarity and organization.
  2. White space is not wasted space; it guides users, showcases important information, and brings a sense of calmness to interfaces.
  3. Effective use of white space improves user experience, leads users through logical grouping, focuses attention on key elements, and reflects a game's branding and tone of voice.
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#24 Visualising racism, slipper adverts & relationships

Design Lobster • 39 implied HN points • 13 Jul 20
🎨 Art & Illustration Visual communication Graphic design Relationships Context Design process
  1. Design can challenge narratives and surface unheard voices through visual communication.
  2. Understanding the context in which a design will be seen is crucial for effective and impactful design.
  3. Designing a product is akin to designing a relationship, highlighting the importance of considering the connections a design creates.

9 Steps To Hire The Right Designer

VERY GOOD PRODUCTIZED GUIDES • 0 implied HN points • 18 Jun 24
🪑 Design Graphic design Hiring practices Work Culture Creative Process Team Management
  1. It's important to hire based on shared values and character, not just skills. People can learn skills, but their attitude and fit with your team are crucial.
  2. Ask candidates about their life goals and mindset. Understanding what drives them helps ensure they align with your company's vision and culture.
  3. Communication is key in a design role. Look for designers who listen well and empathize with clients, as it leads to better designs and relationships.

Designer and PM portfolios are all wrong

A Better Designed World • 0 implied HN points • 22 Oct 24
🪑 Design Graphic design Product Design User Experience Portfolio Management Marketing Strategies
  1. Portfolios should act like sales pitches, showing off your best work first. Starting with the end results captures attention, instead of leading with process details.
  2. Using the inverted pyramid approach means telling a clear story of who you worked with, what you accomplished, and why it matters. This way, people can easily understand your impact.
  3. Focus on marketing yourself effectively. It's about showing potential employers what makes you valuable, rather than getting lost in the details of your process.

The Creative Wisdom in The Art of Poster Design

Multimodal by Bakz T. Future • 0 implied HN points • 17 Feb 25
🎨 Art & Illustration Graphic design Creative Process Visual art Illustration
  1. Craft, style, and concept are the three key elements in poster design. A strong concept can make a design work even if the craft and style aren't perfect.
  2. It’s important to integrate fonts and lettering early in the design process for better composition. This helps to avoid fonts feeling like an afterthought in the final piece.
  3. Using colors other than black can create more interesting designs. Dark blues or purples can add depth, making the artwork stand out more.

The Shirt Site

Thomas’s Thoughts • 0 implied HN points • 01 May 23
🕹 Technology Web Development E-commerce Software Development Graphic design Entrepreneurship
  1. The author worked on a website called "Interactive Stitch", where users could design and purchase custom tee shirts.
  2. The project faced challenges like needing a business ID for taxes and printer malfunctions.
  3. Despite setbacks, the author sees potential in expanding the idea to other products and is open to collaborations or suggestions.

256 Colours are all you need

Tecnica • 0 implied HN points • 28 Jul 24
🕹 Technology Computing Graphic design Data processing
  1. Dithering is a technique used in digital images to make them look better with fewer colors. By mixing colors, it tricks our eyes into seeing more depth and detail.
  2. True-color images have over 16 million colors, but most images only need around 256 colors. Using a smaller palette can save space without losing too much quality.
  3. Old computer systems used 'dither' to improve calculations, and similar methods in image processing help create better images even with limited color choices. This shows how clever techniques can enhance user experiences with less.