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Behind the scenes with De La Foye, a Chicago studio inspiring businesses to thrive

Creative Boom

Way back in the '90s, just out of high school, I learned HTML coding. Then I got a degree in finance and became an IT manager for 20 years, so it never really turned into anything. When I was 36, I traveled and spent a month in Bali. At that time, my role included coordinating implementations for big web projects.

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The Design Conference 2024 (Review)

Just Creative

Live Panels + Q&A Discussions: Interactive Live Q&A Panel at The Design Conference 2024 After each block of speaker presentations there was a live interactive Q&A and the audience could submit questions via a convenient QR code which made for some interesting discussions.

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Essential Tools and Resources for Digital Nomads

Inkbot Design

Remote work and digital nomadism are growing trends, with more people working remotely and travelling the world than ever. We'll cover must-have laptops and devices , productivity and communication apps, collaboration platforms, security tools, travel resources, and more. Let's dive in! What Does it Mean to be a Digital Nomad?

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The 15 Best Educational Platforms to Level Up

Inkbot Design

With a Udemy course, you get on-demand video lectures, curriculum resources , coding exercises, quizzes, and certification of completion – usually for $10-20 per course. Whether it's coding wizardry, cloud architecture, or DevOps black magic – chances are they've logged some solid hours on Pluralsight.

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5 Security Tips For A Safe Freelance Design Career

Inkbot Design

Go beyond passwords by adding another step to log into accounts, such as entering a code from an authentication app or phone. This shift presents an exciting opportunity for freelance designers and other remote workers – you can now travel the world without compromising your ability to meet deadlines and maintain a consistent income.

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Designing Zenly: Part II

UX Collective

Cards During 2018, we wanted to provide a way to create and share an identity in Zenly but also externally — a way that wasn’t relying on a boring QR code basically. I guess we would, but with better project management and timeframes. We believe that it’s these extra lengths we go to that really make our features shine.

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So You Want to Become a Designer?

Inkbot Design

Coding Basics – While not full-fledged developers, understanding front-end languages like HTML/CSS is vital for executing interactive prototypes. Project Management – Coordinating contractors, ordering materials, billing clients, and running extensive renovations efficiently.