The hottest Infographics Substack posts right now

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OK Doomer 109 implied HN points 09 Dec 25
  1. Someone is building an illustrated survival guide that aims to cover everything it possibly can.
  2. The guide will rely heavily on detailed images and illustrations to explain skills and concepts visually.
  3. The project is asking for reader support through subscriptions or contributions to help fund and finish it.
Alberto Cairo's The Art of Insight 199 implied HN points 14 Apr 24
  1. Many Spanish infographic designers have moved to other countries since the 1990s, especially the USA, to find better opportunities. They often notice much better salaries and working conditions compared to Spain.
  2. Spanish designers are trained to be versatile, handling various tasks such as drawing, programming, and creating data visuals. This diverse skill set is attractive to employers abroad.
  3. Even though they face challenges when leaving their home country, many Spanish designers maintain a positive attitude and good humor about their work, making them well-liked in their new environments.
Alberto Cairo's The Art of Insight 99 implied HN points 29 May 24
  1. Nathan Yau is known for making data visualization fun and approachable, both in his blog and his book, 'Visualize This'.
  2. The second edition of 'Visualize This' offers updated examples and tools, making it more cohesive than the first edition.
  3. Reading Yau's work feels like getting hands-on help from an experienced designer, which makes learning enjoyable.
Jakob Nielsen on UX 46 implied HN points 28 Nov 25
  1. Nano Banana Pro makes creating professional visuals super easy for anyone. You can generate infographics, comic strips, and more just with a few prompts.
  2. Even though it's not perfect and sometimes has mistakes, this tool is way better than others out there. It helps people explain complex ideas more clearly now.
  3. With Nano Banana Pro's ability to combine information and visuals, it’s changing how we share information online. You'll see more engaging graphics everywhere as more people use this technology.
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Concoda 367 implied HN points 25 Jan 25
  1. The U.S. government is depleting its bank account during a debt limit issue. This means they have less money available to spend.
  2. There are flows and processes involved when the government runs out of money. Understanding these flows can help clarify the financial situation.
  3. The information is presented in both dark and light mode, which makes it easier for different people to read and understand.
Concoda 286 implied HN points 28 Feb 24
  1. Readers value infographics as much as articles; 90% of the time spent creating a Concoda article is on graphics
  2. Infographics will now be sent as separate posts for immediate access and subscriber interaction
  3. Light versions of infographics will be included for subscribers, and a merch store is in the works as well
Design Lobster 99 implied HN points 07 Jun 21
  1. Infographics can convey powerful emotional messages more effectively than just numbers.
  2. Design can communicate information without relying on visual elements.
  3. The beauty of a design can serve as a test for the correctness of the solution.