Front-end engineers play a crucial role in shaping the visual and interactive aspects of software applications, contributing to the overall success of the product. They are the ones who develop the user interface and user experience of websites and web applications, ensuring they are visually appealing, interactive, and optimized for performance across various devices and
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Engineering KPIs — Key Performance Indicators for Your Engineering Team
Key Performance Indicators, or KPIs, in engineering are essential metrics used to evaluate the performance and effectiveness of development processes, projects, and teams. By paying close attention to those indicators, engineering teams can assess their performance, identify areas for improvement, and deliver robust, scalable, and secure products that meet user needs and business objectives. Meet
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NextJS vs React — Which One is Better for Web Development?
Next.js and React are related but serve different purposes and have distinct features. React in the context of Next.js is the foundational library used to build the user interface components, while Next.js provides a framework with added features and conventions for building React-based web applications. Design interactive interfaces without pushing pixels. Bring your coded components
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Responsive Design vs. Adaptive Design: What’s the Best Choice for Designers?
Google has always recommended responsive web design (RWD), especially after rolling out a big update on 4/21/15 which ranked mobile-friendly sites higher. It doesn’t specify in the update that you must use responsive design though, just that a site be accessible on mobile, with good UX and performance. With that in mind, let’s examine the
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Figma to React — Best Plugins and Alternatives
The transition from design to code is a challenge for many product teams. Figma is the cornerstone of many design processes, but translating its visual elements into interactive React components is a complex and often tense task for designers and developers. Let’s explore the Figma-to-React conversion process, evaluate top plugins, and unveil an alternative to
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What Are Design Tokens?
The design system revolution of the last decade has brought with it all sorts of tools and strategies to enhance product development workflows. Design tokens are one of those tools many design systems, including Google’s Material Design 3 and MUI, have adopted to make UI elements easier to implement, manage, and update. Import your design
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Coding Languages to Know in 2024
In the constantly evolving, technology-driven world we live in, it’s vital to stay on top of the most updated programs and applications out there. In order to have your site, app, game, etc. on the forefront, you have to stay updated with the best coding for your needs. There are tons of new coding languages
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Which Programming Languages and Frameworks Will You Hear About as a UX Designer?
With hundreds of programming languages, it can be overwhelming for UX and product designers to comprehend or decide which one is worth learning. While learning code isn’t essential for a UX designer’s job, it can help them understand technical constraints and improve collaboration with development teams. This article explores six programming languages for UI/UX designers
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React Best Practices – A 10-Point Guide
React, the popular JavaScript library for building user interfaces, has revolutionized web development. Most of you are no stranger to its power and flexibility. But, how can you elevate your React game and ensure your projects are easy to maintain and scale? That’s where this article with React best practices comes into play. In this
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Top React Component Libraries
Modern websites and apps rely on front-end frameworks to develop, maintain, and scale user interfaces. React’s Javascript library is arguably the most popular front-end framework with many component libraries to build digital products. We’re going to explore the top React UI libraries and how to choose the right one for your next project. With UXPin
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What is React and why use it for your app?
Designing an app is complicated at the best of times, so anything that will make it simpler is always welcome. That’s where React comes in. What is React? It is a library of JavaScript code and components designed to make the creation of user interfaces easier. As an open-source framework, it has been used to
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Why Use React in 2024
React is a JavaScript library developed by Facebook, designed to create interactive user interfaces for web apps. In this article, we’re unpacking the magic of React, emphasizing its impact on user interface design, user experience (UX), and team collaboration. Key takeaways: Build prototypes of React apps fast. Use UXPin Merge and import React components to
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Responsive Images – The Definitive Guide
Web design isn’t always cheap. But of all web design costs to the designer, we should first consider the user’s costs. Mobile users often pay for every byte they download (and upload) away from wifi. HTML and CSS files, while getting larger every year, aren’t as large as hefty JPG, PNGs and animated GIFs. Conscientious
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Examples of Prototypes – From Low-Fidelity to High-Fidelity Prototypes
Mastering the art of prototyping is akin to wielding a powerful toolset that empowers designers and developers to iterate, refine, and ultimately deliver products that resonate deeply with their audience. In this article, we embark on a journey through the spectrum of prototype fidelity, from low-fi sketches to high-fi interactive simulations. Each step of the
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Software Engineer vs Web Developer – What is the Difference?
Comparing software engineers and web developers can provide valuable insights into the nuances of each role, helping you make informed decisions about your career path, skill development, and professional growth. Build user interfaces with the best user experience with UXPin Merge, a code-first UI builder. Drag and drop UI components from top open-source libraries and
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