SpeckyBoy

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

If you’re running your own design business and want long-term success, following a code of ethics is the best way to go (and the right thing to do). In my view, an ethical designer: Charges a Fair Price for Services. What makes web design a bit different is that there aren’t any established norms in pricing.

Web Design 131

Web Design Web Design Freelance Freelance 131

Noupe

MARCH 6, 2024

Welcome to the digital era, where web design is not just a skill but an ever-evolving art form. To guide you through the labyrinth of trends, techniques, and innovations, we have listed some of the best web design blogs on the internet. In 2024, staying ahead of the curve in this dynamic field is more crucial than ever.

Web Design 62

Web Design Web Design Internet and Software Development Arts and Crafts 62

Graphic Design Junction

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Super user-friendly, multi-purpose blog magazine WordPress themes for personal blogging websites and magazine blog. Best collection of WordPress themes can give a new look to your corporate magazine website, vlog or blog web. 2023 UI Design Trends: 10 Best Practices For Web Design. 6,131 items.

Theme 126

Theme Magazine Consulting Coding 126

Speckyboy Design Magazine

DECEMBER 2, 2019

So often, I write about the details and observations I’ve had while running a freelance web design business. It seems like so many web designers have taken this path that I tend to forget about those who haven’t. The truth is that being a freelancer isn’t all rainbows and unicorns. MiniMag Magazine Theme.

Freelance 99

Freelance Freelance Web Design Web Design 99

SpeckyBoy

AUGUST 9, 2021

Among the many wonders of modern web design is the emergence of codeless design tools. Whether it’s a WordPress page builder plugin (or the Gutenberg block editor), a drag-and-drop UI app, or even a ready-to-use framework, writing code has become optional. Even for the simplest of websites, code is still worth knowing.

Coding 133

Coding Web Design Web Design Client 133

SpeckyBoy

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

It was to become a fantastic web designer. From there, I would launch a freelance business and find immediate success. I became a freelancer, alright. It turns out that running a freelance web design business is an incredible learning experience. Ah, the joys of being young and naïve!

Freelance 119

Freelance Freelance Web Design Web Design 119

SpeckyBoy

APRIL 2, 2024

The technology is already changing how web designers do their jobs. We’re using it to help us debug code and generate content. We’re also seeing prompt-based tools that promise to “design” for us. Here are some ideas for repositioning web designers in the age of AI.

Web Design 101

Web Design Web Design Client Education 101

SpeckyBoy

MARCH 1, 2022

Solo freelancers are generally comfortable working alone. Still, there may be projects where you’ll need to collaborate with other web designers. Unlike those who routinely work as part of a team, the process of freelancers coming together might not be so seamless. Freelancing is often an individualistic pursuit.

Web Design 101

Web Design Web Design Freelance Freelance 101

Creative Boom

MARCH 20, 2023

James Olstein chats to us about his love of zines, how web design led to his career as a freelance illustrator, and how his love of screen printing has shaped his work as a digital artist. Once he was a little older, magazines and zines became his obsession. "My I still work on websites, but rarely code as I used to."

Print 305

Print Digital Illustration Illustrator 305

SpeckyBoy

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Not so long ago, web design was a brand-new industry. I studied the source code of different websites and figured out how things worked. With that in mind, let’s explore the good, bad, and ugly of being a self-taught web designer. That provides a market for both formally and self-educated web designers.

Web Design 96

Web Design Web Design Education Coding 96

Speckyboy Design Magazine

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

If you’ve worked as a web designer for any length of time, one thing you might have figured out by now is that learning never ends. Many professionals do this by listening to web design podcasts regularly. This collection is a compilation of some of the best web design podcasts currently out there.

Web Design 96

Web Design Web Design Templates Coding 96

Just Creative

JANUARY 3, 2021

Whether you have just started freelancing or have been doing it for years, you’re most likely aiming to secure consistent work and progressively make more money over time. After all, the nature of freelancing means you compete with other candidates across the globe — not just those in your city, state, region or country.

Freelance 224

Freelance Freelance Client Portfolio 224

SpeckyBoy

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Monospaced Fonts for Coding We share the best free fonts for coding and programming and also offer some pointers for selecting your perfect monospaced font. Design Trends 2024 Discover the potential design trends of this year, like surrealism in 3D, AI-generated art, holographic design, and minimalism and brutalism.

Freelance 78

Freelance Freelance Web Design Web Design 78

SpeckyBoy

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

If you spend a bit of time in the web design industry, you’ll undoubtedly run into someone who just doesn’t understand the value of what you do. As a young designer, I can remember a few co-workers (and even my boss) having no idea what I did. But in those days, web design was a fairly new concept in the mainstream.

Web Design 142

Web Design Web Design Client Coding 142

Speckyboy Design Magazine

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Where does that leave web designers? My take is that AI isn’t likely to have the negative impact on web design that some fear. The Web Designer Toolbox. Unlimited Downloads: 1,000,000+ Web Templates, Themes, Plugins, Design Assets, and much more! Web Templates. 2,000+ Templates.

Web Design 144

Web Design Web Design Templates Client 144

SpeckyBoy

JULY 25, 2023

There’s something unique about being a freelance web designer. But perhaps a freelancer’s greatest asset is time. Freelancers may even see it as a necessity. A struggle to design or write code means less efficiency. Web design and development change rapidly. It’s about Time.

Freelance 77

Freelance Freelance Web Design Web Design 77

SpeckyBoy

JULY 17, 2023

This thinking also applies to AI’s impact on web designers. Here are a few areas where I believe AI will frustrate web designers. Web designers are usually left to deal with the aftermath. Or they might add a problematic code snippet. But web designers could still take a direct hit.

Web Design 78

Web Design Web Design Presentation Client 78

SpeckyBoy

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Among the many misconceptions about running a freelance web design business is the idea that you should sign up for every project that comes your way. Here are four reasons why you may want to turn down a web design project. The web design industry has become very segmented. You See Red Flags.

Web Design 115

Web Design Web Design Client Freelance 115

SpeckyBoy

AUGUST 23, 2023

Web designers working with WordPress have always had options. Using one may mean writing fewer lines of code. But not all are ideal for web designers. A Minimalist Approach to Design Readymade WordPress themes are popular. They promise a faster start on web design projects.

Theme 72

Theme Web Design Web Design Patterns 72

SpeckyBoy

MAY 16, 2021

Among the many benefits of becoming a web designer is the chance to be part of a fantastic community. Designers and developers of all stripes take pride in sharing what they know. It’s also a great place to exchange ideas, code, and a meme or two. The Web Designer Toolbox. Web Templates. 550+ Plugins.

Web Design 104

Web Design Web Design Templates Coding 104

SpeckyBoy

OCTOBER 18, 2021

One of the great aspects of starting your own web design business is that you can tailor it to fit your vision. In my case, it took several years of freelancing before I realized the path I wanted to take. Let’s look at some ways to better understand who you are and what you want out of web design.

Web Design 126

Web Design Web Design Client Freelance 126

SpeckyBoy

JUNE 6, 2023

I’m convinced that web designers are underappreciated. Web designers? But perhaps web designers don’t receive enough recognition, either. Let’s examine what keeps web designers from getting their due. Design and code are detail-oriented jobs. Why is that?

Web Design 88

Web Design Web Design Client Publication 88

SpeckyBoy

AUGUST 11, 2022

Working from home has become a way of life for many web designers. Today we’ll offer some tips and techniques to help you thrive as a remote web designer. Web design is always challenging. As awesome as web designers are, we’re still only human. It changes the way we communicate.

Web Design 126

Web Design Web Design Internet and Software Development Client 126

SpeckyBoy

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

I make no secret of my love for the web design community. There’s something both unique and beautiful about sharing code, assets, and advice. So much so that even an experienced designer can feel them. Here’s some advice for tuning out the darkest parts of the web design community.

Web Design 117

Web Design Web Design Media Coding 117

SpeckyBoy

DECEMBER 23, 2022

8 Virtual Winter Wonderlands Created with CSS & JavaScript – See snow, ice, and cozy scenes created with code. The Many Ways Web Designers Give Away Their Time – You could be leaving quite a bit of money on the table. Design Takes Time – Take a behind-the-scenes look at an app’s identity design process.

Coding 98

Coding Freelance Freelance Web Design 98

Speckyboy Design Magazine

OCTOBER 5, 2020

But freelancers can be particularly vulnerable to these shifts. Working as a solo web designer means that you’re always fending for yourself. Whether the economy has your business sputtering or not, it’s important to think about ways you can kickstart growth in your own little corner of the web. The Web Designer Toolbox.

Freelance 113

Freelance Freelance Templates Web Design 113

SpeckyBoy

OCTOBER 12, 2021

There are a massive number of products and tools aimed at the web design industry. Whether they’re writing superb code, promising can’t-fail functionality, or adding killer special effects, these solutions aim to do the dirty work for us. In many respects, web design seems to have become even more complex over time.

Web Design 127

Web Design Web Design Advertising Advertising 127

SpeckyBoy

DECEMBER 19, 2021

Web designers are always looking for ways to give their business a boost. It’s part of the natural evolution for freelancers and agencies alike. And adding the right ones to your web design business can make for a tasty combination. And there are several complementary services that web designers can choose from.

Web Design 102

Web Design Web Design Client Freelance 102

SpeckyBoy

NOVEMBER 23, 2021

For web designers, that means layouts that look great, code that works as intended, and clients who pay on time. Layouts aren’t always pixel-perfect, code breaks and clients – well, they’re human. Let’s look at a few difficult-to-control situations that typically impact web designers. How to Cope.

Web Design 106

Web Design Web Design Client Coding 106

SpeckyBoy

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Writing and web design go together quite well. With 20+ years in design and another 10+ writing, I feel that each has provided me with a foundation for growth. Over the long term, the act of writing about web design can make you a better designer. In itself, writing is a positive for your web design career.

Web Design 101

Web Design Web Design Client Coding 101

SpeckyBoy

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

” Failing to Comment Code or Document Changes. Have you ever written a piece of code and said to yourself, “I’ll remember it”? You could waste precious time searching around for a past change or attempting to figure out why you wrote a piece of code years before. It doesn’t have to be this way.

Web Design 118

Web Design Web Design Client Coding 118

SpeckyBoy

AUGUST 4, 2020

The web design community is great at sharing knowledge. You’d likely need to already be a web designer or developer to get something out of it. If you’re just starting your journey in web design, you may feel left out. Web design is a vast subject. But what about beginners? Be Kind to Yourself.

Web Design 110

Web Design Web Design Coding Sports 110

SpeckyBoy

JULY 12, 2021

Web designers are fortunate in that our work can be done from just about anywhere. Things that web designers either can’t or shouldn’t go without. Today, I’m going to recommend some things that every web designer should have in the office. But not just any old office setup will do. Here we go!

Web Design 135

Web Design Web Design Entertainment Production 135

SpeckyBoy

OCTOBER 1, 2023

And so did the World Wide Web. As such, I started toying with web design during this period. The web design industry was nascent – if it existed at all. Web designers had to adapt existing tools for this new medium. Web Design without a Map I first began experimenting with HTML in 1995.

Internet and Software Development 113

Internet and Software Development Web Design Web Design Coding 113

Speckyboy Design Magazine

JANUARY 20, 2020

Being a web designer is about more than just clean code and pretty graphics. The Freelance Designer Toolbox. Unlimited Downloads: 500,000+ Web Templates, Themes, Plugins, Design Assets, and much more! MiniMag Magazine Theme. Obviously, web designers are not legal experts.

Client 98

Client Web Design Web Design Templates 98

SpeckyBoy

OCTOBER 23, 2022

Many people choose a freelance career because of the freedom it affords. One of the more humbling aspects of being a freelancer is realizing that you don’t know how to do something. Web design is a challenge because there are so many competing technologies that seem to change daily. Learn as You Go.

Freelance 83

Freelance Freelance Web Design Web Design 83

SpeckyBoy

OCTOBER 11, 2020

For a freelancer, referrals can be an essential ingredient to a successful web design business. The Web Designer Toolbox. Unlimited Downloads: 1,000,000+ Web Templates, Themes, Plugins, Design Assets, and much more! Web Templates. It means a lot. However, it’s not all rainbows. 270+ Templates.

Client 122

Client Web Design Web Design Templates 122